J.M. Weston (1)

How well-known is J.M. Weston? How many people know about J.M. Weston? I cannot tell. It is not LV or Gucci or Ferragamo, but you know it when you see it... they are really good shoes. These are shoes to keep.

J.M. Weston Travel Book 2006

Since its origin, J.M. Weston has always been an independent family business.

The company has been producing its shoes and accessories in its own factory in Limoges since it was founded in 1891. J. M. Weston is the only shoemaker with a sole leather tannery, an oasis of tradition where the ancient art of vegetable tanning is practiced.

Since 2000, new stores have opened each year in major capitals including Brussels, London, Moscow, Tokyo and HK.

Craftsmanship

J.M. Weston shoes originate from a manufacturing tradition dating back over one hundred years. Since its origins, they have been made by hand, respecting high quality values.

The soles

In its tannery, J.M. Western works its soles using exclusively vegetable tanners and tree bark. The tanning of leather is refined for twelve months in pits dug in the ground. This procedure ensures the amterial's strength. The absence of chemical products is also a guarantee of well-being and comfort for the foot.

The skins

J.M. Weston comfirms the selection of its materials. Also, only 3% of the skins proposed are retained for the shoe's upper. The master cutter, in turn, keeps the finest parts of each skin.

The assembly

J.M. Weston manufactures its models respecting traditional Goodyear assembly. This type of assembly, entirely sewn, enables the maintenance of the shoe and facilitates the reassembly of the sole.

The comfort

With a unique choice in the world of three and seven widths for each half-size, .M. Weston offers a shoe fitting precision described as half-size. In the shops, measuring is always carried out by means of a pedimeter, in line with trade practices.

Spirit

Simple and sharp elegance is the common thread throughout J.M. Weston's designs.

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