The John Lobb brand is a legendary manufacturers in Northampton, a city that earned its reputation as a shoemaking capital in the 1600s. Although it became part of the Hermes Group in 1976, the factory remains committed to the traditional production process developed in the 19th century.

Although machinery exists, tradition dominates. For example, leather cutting is still performed by hand rather than with lasers. Instead, plastic templates are produced, which are handed to skilled cutters known as clickers. Their title comes from the clicking sound of the knife blade hitting the cutting table. With feather knives, they shape the leather in the old-fashioned way.

Production is carefully restricted, with only roughly 450 to 500 pairs made each week. This approach gives the sense of one-of-a-kind production. Employees often handle many designs in a single day, instead of repeating one routine step like in mass-production plants. Every shoe is built with the Goodyear method, allowing the soles to be replaced without damaging the upper.

As with Hermes, John Lobb chooses only the finest leather, particularly from young French calf hides. Only slightly more than half of the leather is appropriate for main shoe parts, while the remainder becomes smaller accessories.

The line combines timeless classics with contemporary tweaks. The classic City II model, for instance, now feature a sleeker silhouette. The Sennen double monks gained longer straps and a thicker sole. The Lopez model, introduced in 1950, now include a rubber sole and fresh shades. Newer icons include the Porth trainers and the Levah sneakers, which are produced yearly in different shades and textures.

Through its balance of heritage and innovation, John Lobb continues to be a defining name in world-class shoemaking.

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