The John Lobb brand is among the most renowned manufacturers in the British shoemaking hub of Northampton, a city that rose to prominence as a core of the shoe industry in the 1600s. Although Hermes Group has owned the company since 1976, the factory continues to uphold the methods developed in the 19th century.
Although machinery exists, tradition dominates. For example, lasers are not used to cut leather. Instead, plastic patterns are made, which are handed to clickers. Their title comes from the distinctive “click” of the knife touching the cutting table. With traditional knives, they shape the leather in the old-fashioned way.
Production is intentionally small, with only 450–500 pairs made each week. This approach gives the sense of one-of-a-kind production. Employees work on multiple models daily, instead of repeating one routine step like in mass-production plants. Every shoe is built with Goodyear welted technology, allowing the soles to be replaced without damaging the upper.
Similar to Hermes, John Lobb sources the best-quality hides, particularly from young French calf hides. Only about sixty percent is appropriate for main shoe parts, while the remainder becomes smaller accessories.
The collection combines iconic staples with contemporary tweaks. The classic City II model, for instance, were slightly reshaped. The Sennen shoes gained longer straps and a more robust foundation. The Lopez model, introduced in 1950, were updated with new colors and rubber soles. Newer icons include the Porth sneakers and the Levah trainers, which are produced yearly in a mix of colors and materials.
Through its balance of heritage and innovation, John Lobb continues to be a defining name in the British footwear industry.
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