Loake Shoemakers - a film.

[@4002corbe]

Loakes are wonderful, I have several pairs that I simply love to wear, different styles for different occasions. Thank you, Loake !

[@LoakeShoemakers]

@Bigwave2003 Almost all of the footwear sold in the UK (around 98%) is now sourced from abroad, but there is currently no legal requirement to label goods with their country of origin. Loake are extremely proud of our manufacturing heritage and tradition and the fact that we still produce shoes in England. We believe that it is correct to mark them with their Country of origin. All of our 1880 and Evolution ranges of shoes are made in the UK, as are all the Goodyear welted 'Shoemaker' styles.

[@willypavius6783]

LoakeShoemakers I am a big fan of your shoes. I have in my LOAKE collection the 200, 771 and the ESPOM which is my favorite style. I wear the last one the most because it’s rugged and dressy at the same time and I really love the commando sole on it. Could you please do the EPSOM in different colours and in boot style as well. They are the perfect everyday shoes. I also have to say that your repair service is top notch! Kind regards, Willy

[@SirWilliamTambourine]

I bought my first pair of Loake shoes just yesterday. The 771 burgundy model, I wanna say. The polish actually turns chocolate-y under artificial light - Just amazing. Can't stop staring at the polish, at the stitching and smile. The perfect derby shoe if you ask me. I was born and bred in an Italian shoemaking district so don't tell anyone. I'm writing this cos my girlfriend told me to stop talking about my new shoes.

[@herb2078]

All uppers are made in India even on the 1880 range. Making most of the shoe in India, finishing them in the U.K. and saying they are English made is just misleading. Do your research people

[@m33cav]

I’ve several pairs of Loake shoes and I love them. The craftsmanship is second to none and I highly recommend them.

[@smiastofan6155]

Have 5 pairs , love them. Oldest from 1977 .

[@TonkaRIG]

Just got my first pair after watching this video. I purchased the 'Waterloo' in brown; the perfect dress shoe. Superb quality!

[@TheMASGOC]

Fantastic! I work in the shoe business and my family has a long history in shoe making (since 1935), so it's not new for me to see how it is done, but this film captures the essence of the love for the art. Congratulations! MAC

[@4002corbe]

You are quite right, it is an art. I love full-grained leather welted shoes and boots. The shoe maketh the man.

[@syd6325]

A beautifully made film by a master craftsman, showing other master craftsmen at work.

[@christianguenther1276]

ALL my shoes are Loakes, and I've been thoroughly impressed with their price, quality, style, and durability.❤️👍👍👍

[@Cheeseatingjunglista]

I have 10 pairs of Loakes brogues, 1 pair of Cricket and Jones, 1 pair Barkers - thats not counting simple oxfords, etc. I have ghad other brands over the years, but I find Loakes the best. I bought the first of those Loakes in the 80s, still have em, I love their shoes, they are without doubt amazing quality and stunning value. Thank you

[@Horizon301.]

How long before they need resoling?

[@Netgear1968]

I still own a pair, bought for boarding school 23 years ago, still in perfect condition.

[@illford]

you must be a short person, fitting in boarding school shoes from 23 years ago?

[@quietatse]

From Loake?

[@OriginalFinnish22]

Just got a new pair of 1880 Fleets in brown colour Awesome detail and Finishing

[@larry4789]

I have 3 pairs and they are absolutely beautiful and the best footwear I've ever had. Good luck for the future Loake. Unfortunately for Loake the shoes and boots are built to last forever and so won't need replacing.

[@lostinahaze4152]

Average cost of a ready to wear Loake = £180/£220 Average cost of a RTW Lobb = £700/£900 to £7000 to £9000 As with all things, you get what you pay for, Lobbs are stunning quality but no way on God's green earth are they 10,20 or 30 times better than any other brand, let alone Loake. Loakes made in England, GW, full grain 1880 series (and equiv' Loakes) are excellent value and will give decades of service if looked after as directed.

[@MaxxSeemov]

"no way on God's green earth are they 10,20 or 30 times better than any other brand" You obviously haven't been to Primark.

[@shakezmaybe3192]

@@MaxxSeemov bruh

[@killerczar]

Just ordered my first pair of loake boots. Hope those workers are happy and well paid

[@Hannah-Clarke-uk]

I am a very close descendent to Loake brothers. I am the granddaughter to Margaret Francis Loake. My grandmother married in their time “ beneath her” to my grandad A.Miller. Sadly she was written out of the family’s money and connections because of her choice in love. ( I do believe that her mom did help grandma financially when she married.) It’s so sad that we no longer have connection to the family I have met a few elder members at family funerals like my grandma and my dads. I am the daughter to Timothy Lance Miller. One of my grandmas (was Loake married as Mille) two sons that she had. I would have love to known more regarding my family ( only so much you can google) sadly we wouldn’t be welcomed to new generations now. How sad that people couldn’t marry for love back in the day if they were of wealth and encouraged to marry someone on par with their level. My dad was named after their gardener that my grandmother liked Timothy. So here is a little information about the unspoken side of The Loake brothers,

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

So sad to read this. I wish there was a way to find out more for you. 💔💔💔

[@qaiserhaider]

I love Loake shoes. Simply awesome.

[@LoakeShoemakers]

Loake source what we can in the UK, but many of the materials we use are not obtainable within the UK. For example, there are not any suitable tanneries to supply us with upper leather in England. Most of our upper leather is sourced from Italy. We exist in a global economy and have to get what we need from wherever it is commercially available, but whoever the supplier and whatever the country of origin, we do our best to ensure that materials and components are from ethically sound sources.

[@Skillhood]

There is a still a place for "timeless classics and enduring quality"

[@themonohub5455]

I LOVE Loakes. To work were this video was filmed would make me the happiest person alive.

[@jameshollyelsa]

I just purchased my first pair here in Australia from your 1880 line and l love them...

[@larry4789]

As a side note, my leather soled Burfords are ideal for Northern Soul. I can do my shuffling without twisting my arthritic knees.

[@shaun5944]

I just recently purchased a pair of Chatsworth brown leather boots by Loake, very nice.£245👍🇬🇧

[@ExecuteOrder.66]

Such an art... Love it.

[@throwingshading7225]

Bought my first pair after saving for a while, very very happy

[@b_altmann]

Really good brand film. Nicely directed

[@gbtalking]

What lovely shoes. Brill to see a britsh company doing this. Brilliantly made fil, looks fantastic! Clever chaps.

[@joelmspencer]

I've just purchased my first pair of Loakes, can't wait to receive them. Fantastic attention to detail making these shoes, the video shows how much craftsmanship and skill goes into them. The current shoes I wear are a pair of Suede boots from Matalan which cost me around £20 so this is going to be quite a step up I think! In fact I've never had a really decent pair of shoes before so I am quite excited :)

[@overwatch65]

All my work shoes are English made Loakes, Barkers and Churches. Always great value , reheeled over time and an antidote to our throwaway world.

[@WiiiRRRttyy]

I just love LOAKE'S Proud owner and fan of Loake shoes!

[@McElhinney65]

My grandfather came from a generation who liked to dress properly when they went out. He wasn't a wealthy man but he had a couple of made to measure suits, a couple of pairs of Loakes and a couple of pairs of Grensons. I got the bug and I've been buying Loakes for the past twenty or so years. They are amazing shoes.

[@tloake94]

Stevey!! Phil! Great to see you lads doing loads of good work at the factory! Big up to the northamptonshire mandems! brap

[@pauldarby8398]

They are still there.

[@robertmedeiros5618]

I worked in shoe factory for 8 years in 1980s in Massachusetts was a great era .

[@javiervega1065]

what factory?

[@Organa25]

À souhaiter que ce savoir-faire perdure !!! Les employés de boites comme celle-là sont de vrais artistes !

[@surinderjitsingh8954]

There will always be a demand for quality

[@SpeedTriple59]

Awesome shoes fantastic fit,so comfortable..well worth the money..

[@fdama]

Wow, I've just fallen in love. I have to get my hands on a pair of those brogues!

[@myownruin187]

Beautiful shoes and affordable.. thank you..

[@Pakhtoon40]

I love my Loake shoes. Loake one of the best....

[@markpritchard]

I've just brought myself a pair and I'm loving them. They might have been a bit more then I normally spend on shoes but now I've seen this video and read up on them I can see my money has been well spent, and I'll never have to buy a new pair of black shoes again as I can just have them repaired. Fancy some nice brown ones next.

[@rainandsnowandsunb9314]

Yes the 1880 line is the way to go by Loakes. It would be interesting to see a good craftsman break down shoes from Loake, C&J, Alden Edmond etc for a deeper examination of the quality behind the craftmanship rathen than saying what we should buy because of reputation and advertisement.

[@Mar202020mar]

These shoes are very nice and fits me perfectly

[@CamdenLeisurePirate]

Love handcrafted things , studied at cordwainers tech , doing leather goods design and manufacture , Jimmy Choo and Joseph Azagury made shoes for my then size 3 feet !

[@DavidParkinson]

Love a pair of Loake's, they run a little large for me (half a size) so bear in mind if ordering online...

[@mutjetjitrodimedjo]

just got Loake strand.. and all of my friends told me that I have fantastic shoes!!

[@versionfilm]

This is a really well made film, love it!

[@Tjarven]

Great passion for shoes.

[@NiclasGudmundsson]

I like shoes... And LOVE handcrafted things :)

[@altair1983]

I just bought a pair of Loake Tarantula. excellent and beautiful.

[@nekonotanuu]

Good job!

[@whateverrrrrr123]

i owned 14 pairs of Loakes, not a single disapointment

[@freddieng9358]

With such great history and craftsmanship. Loake shouldn't have outsource their production in India/Bangladesh. To everyone out there who wishes to own a pair of Loake. Please do make make sure you buy the higher end of Loake. Cheaper/Lower end of Loake products are not made in UK,

[@74Wingco]

All shoes in the '1880' ranges and the 'Shoemaker' range, and some others, are still made in England. Which shoes are made where is clearly shown on Loake's website.

[@SoumyadeepMukhopadhyay]

A large number of Loake shoes are made in India. However, that doesn't mean that they are of inferior quality. The shoes have same leather, Goodyear welt, superb finish, only costs less in the manufacturing compared to UK.

[@English-folker]

I own six pairs of Loakes but a little disappointed that they sub out some manufacturing to India. I'd be prepared to pay a little more if they were completely made within the UK.

[@VisvangFrikkie]

Beautiful shoes, I bought a pair of Ashby tan in south Arica, love them, but they are rather hard, how long do they generally take to walk in.

[@VisvangFrikkie]

Apologies. Chester's, not ashbys

[@BeifengDaoren]

Wonderful, keep the work up :)

[@Flatted357]

@ 4.12 clear SPRAY applied. Seems to resemble process of auto painting where a "Clear-coat" is used to obtain the gloss. Am I missing something? Would seem to suggest the re-color "patina" hand process is either a better process or compromising the original? Thoughts?

[@JimIBobIJones]

Great video & great shoes, but slightly deceptive no? There are quite a few stitching shots thrown in there and I understand that Loake has their uppers stitched outside the UK (India).

[@muffemod]

They have two separate lines. The in house (UK) and out sourced (INDIA) lines. It's fully disclosed on their website.

[@JimIBobIJones]

muffemod The UK line has part of the manufacturing done in India too.

[@muffemod]

JimIBobIJones then it's not UK line. Only 1880 line is full UK.

[@JimIBobIJones]

muffemod Even the 1880 uses Indian stitched uppers. The 1880 is distinguished from the "shoemakers" (the other made in England line) by better quality calfskin. Pretty much all their uppers are stitched in India nowadays, its why they are so much cheaper than the likes of Cheaney and Crocketts.

[@aliaazan9295]

I have seen your channel very dear

[@Amp1771]

In terms of your moneys worth Loake has all the same qualities as the other brands the only differences are in number of stitches and the type of leather you want. English shoes are still the best.

[@alphaTrader.oo1]

1880 is still made in UK?

[@McElhinney65]

Yes.

[@sturmabeislung]

I just bought a pair of Loake in Malaysia. I just wonder how do I get the sole replace here locally once it wears out.

[@muffemod]

Directions can be found on the Loake website.

[@freddiengyaohan]

Always purchase the higher range of Loake shoes. the lower range are made from India.

[@TheGconrad]

Are they sold in the USA and if so by whom? Also I wear a 12EEE do you make extra-wide shoes?

[@tomlock5484]

Can anyone tell me the difference between Wensum Monk Straps and Cannon Monk Straps?

[@azazelunforgiven6553]

Why hasn’t rose anvil or stride wise do a review on them

[@wung97]

Your site needs more pictures of each shoe.

[@w_m64]

#Loake Braemar brogues, excellent pair of shoe's.

[@markleonardkaneko]

I just purchased a pair of your shoes made in India which I am very pleased with. It would be nice to see a video showing how the workers between UK and India share the same level of quality and craftsmanship. Do you still use the same materials and processes for your India made shoes?

[@Hutchinz1]

love my Oxfords. Next on my list are the Brighton Loafers. Just need to convince the wife.....

[@blackaristo]

Does Loake make the 1880 line for women? The brogues in the 1880 line?

[@myownruin187]

Beautiful shoes i'm defiantly going to buy a Pair.. thank you for the great video..

[@andrea22213]

I never wear anything else. Care for them, have them regularly maintained and they last me for about ten years. That's value for money. Remember, 'No man is well dressed wearing cheap shoes'. With jeans in the pub to the smartest occasion classic shoes will never let you down.

[@SoapClawtooth]

Are the materials ethically sourced? I always like to support home-grown craftsmanship, but I like to know that the materials are as high-quality as the craftsmanship.

[@ИгорьЗубарев-т3ф]

Очень красивая обувь просто шедевры

[@funfunyo7523]

love my loakes

[@josey414772]

I can't buy them. it says won't ship to the U.S. why?

[@TheSilverBlossom]

Do you ship to the US?

[@internetcomment4440]

Stefany no shit

[@RHBootmakers]

i been researching many many shoe companies from all over the world and i have yet to find one single man that can be classified as a single traditional shoemaker or bootmaker other than my father and i.

[@howyduinyall7653]

Where r u ?

[@chappoaus581]

Surprised more people haven't brought up the recent exposure of most of their lines being made in India including the 1880 line (which I believe only the uppers get made in India). Regardless of quality, I'm sure most consumers who care about the finer details would be disappointed and look elsewhere for a shoe that's genuinely made in England. Would anyone else be able to shed a light on this?

[@ivanboesky1520]

Most of their shoes are still made in Northampton liar. Try again. :-)

[@johnquinn2613]

My son came into the shop in London and was told they don’t make a narrow fitted boot but could make a pair for three grand

[@Robert10075]

Did it say “I hate people who buy out shoes” at the start?

[@Bigwave2003]

Buyer beware: Loake now outsources many shoes and they are made in India! I know, just bought a pair, promoted as British shoes from a great UK shoe company, shipped to me from England -- but stamped inside: Made in India.

[@brother0john]

If you visit the Loake website and look at the shoes you will see that some are described as Made in England and some are described as Made in India, so its not as if Loake are passing off one shoe as another. Buy Indian-made if you are not prepared or cannot afford to pay the extra for an English-made shoe.

[@physics77guy]

Almost all of the footwear sold in the UK (around 98%) is now sourced from abroad, but there is currently no legal requirement to label goods with their country of origin. Loake are extremely proud of our manufacturing heritage and tradition and the fact that we still produce shoes in England. We believe that it is correct to mark them with their Country of origin. All of our 1880 and Evolution ranges of shoes are made in the UK, as are all the Goodyear welted 'Shoemaker' styles.

[@DeepFriedDoom]

Look at all those tattooed arms. Loake's pretty gangsta.

[@aliaazan9295]

I want to work in your country and my heart's desire is to set up a company in Pakistan as well and every servant of Pakistan will like this thing

[@stillbashingmetal]

I found the same thing with some shoes I bought from a very well known American company that advertises as 'home grown, proud to be all American' etc etc. I emailed their head office to complain that they imply their product is USA made, but in my case actually wasn't. They didn't even give me the curteousy of a reply.

[@flawlessv1ctory234]

Made in India now, so dissapointed. Switch to Cheeney.... I used to love the 1880 line....

[@LoakeShoemakers]

Please note that all '1880' '1880 Legacy' and 'Shoemaker' line shoes continue to be made in our Kettering factory

[@nutyyyy]

Only the budget lines, the 1880s and up are still made in England.

[@adrianantipa6872]

@@LoakeShoemakers Don't move to India, you'll destroy your products ! I have Bostonian and Florsheim made now in India and they are real garbage, they destroy their business. If I see 'made in India' i'll pass immediately. My Loake Royal, Fearnley Brogue and Chester 2 are still my favourite, super quality. Thank you.

[@rachmiel18]

Sell in America!! Open some stores in the States please..preferably in New York City :) I don't think there is an American brand or English brand sold in America that matches Loake quality and price

[@914050]

You can have them shipped to the US using either Loake's website, Pediwear, or Herring Shoes.

[@howyduinyall7653]

And also open a PNW (pacific northwest) USA boot store in the UK of all the brands, ie Truman, Wesco, Redwings, Franks, Nicks,JK, please.

[@TonyTheAzn]

Is it just me or does everyone have a tattoo?

[@herb2078]

Such a shame all uppers even on the “English made” ranges like the 1880 are all made in India. Very misleading

[@Toastrackman]

Better than the usual cobblers lol

[@xtra-oi9xb]

... that beautiful upper wasted by sewing it and the welt to the ribbing .. there is a machine that sews the welt through the upper, liner and insole just like a handmade shoe is constructed ( holdfast ) that results in higher quality production welted shoes and boots although to my knowledge the machine is no longer in use.... fabricating a welted shoe without ribbing lasts much longer thus reducing the need for more production and less profit for shoe making companies. The fabric side of ribbing is cemented to the insole edge while the hardened composite side of the ribbing is elevated vertically creating a wall in which to sew the welt, liner and upper to. Because the ribbing is cemented to the insole it loses its bond and breaks down over time compared to sewing the welt, upper and liner to the insole. In addition , the insole that the ribbing is affixed to is not high quality material and also breaks down and loses its resilience in a relatively short period of time. About four months ago I as resoling a good year welted oxford and noticed the ribbing was stitched to the insole and it was made in China. I commend the company for taking the extra time to secure the ribbing ( gemming ) to the insole. At least they understand the short comings of ribbing and try to improve upon its use. I am a shoe repairman and have been refurbishing leather goods, footwear and filling Orthopedic prescriptions for over 35 years. I work for Maselli Brothers Shoe and Leather Goods Repair in Pleasanton Ca. .

[@shanedraper240692]

these are so bloody uncomfortable, I've been wearing them 5 days now and they are killing my feet, they are so stiff, I hope they soften up soon I can't stand much more of this

[@g13flat]

Shane Draper Well they should be nicely broken in by now. ;)

[@MrWhiteisbetter]

Don't worry, they start falling apart after about a week anyway

[@peterbullock7162]

its me peter bullock good film

[@shanedraper240692]

the man talking on here sounds like David Camaron

[@ibrahimhalilatak118]

Pervrst

[@Pepegium]

I was here Pepega

[@XiaNingTian]

After Doc Marten decided to discontinue their Affleck like of brogue boots, I'm turning to Loake now. Why? Because of Peter Capaldi and Doctor Who and I'd like a pair of boots like that. Spending $300 US on boots is not something I wish to do nor find joy in doing so. However, good boots will cost a lot. DM's were the next best alternate, but why not go for the actual brand that the 12th Doctor wears? So with that said. Anyone have Loake coupons?

[@XiaNingTian]

Pun intended? Achilles heel... ba dum tss. Anyway, thanks for the information. The pair of boots I'm looking at have the same style as Doc Marten. Thick rubber sole, brogue wingtip design. Mostly because DM stopped making their brogue wingtip boots and I can't seem to find a pair of those in black. So Loake is the only other choice out there for that style. Thick rubber sole, 7 eye wingtip with brogue design in black.

[@steviesteve750]

Everybody uses "PR" to bump up prices, you really think an Audi is better than a Skoda? You really think Cheaney costs more because it's "better"? I don't on the basis I've owned several different makes and none last or wear better than the other, but I do know that a £50 pair of shoes from M&S or Next use inferior leather, and will never shine up properly. I'm a fan of Loakes as they're easily bought at significantly lower prices than the rest of the Northampton crowd.

[@Yorkshiremadmick]

I’ve 4 pairs of Loakes, a dress pair black monk shoe. A pair of black brogues, two pairs of Bedale boots, oxblood grained and light tan smooth. Very disappointed that the uppers are made not in England but worse than that there is chopped and regurgitated compressed leather in the heel stacks. Cheap and not quality. NO more Loakes for me.

[@FreakyScaryChannel]

The Best Leather comes from America...

[@shagouwong6130]

I need a pair of Loake shoes to celebrate my obtaining of British citizenship.

[@SuperKiko112]

I want to buy made in England. Not made in India. I would rather pick Barker over Loake

[@rful3981]

SuperKiko112 Tricker's ....Barker are in the same range.

[@adrianantipa6872]

Same for me.

[@laptopsid]

Not as good as trickers.

[@muffemod]

Not as expensive either :)~