Custom footware, known continentally as Bespoke footware, was formerly the norm.
What to Know
Fight the instinct to believe that bespoke footwear is simple.
The process is long and involved, taking time, patience, and money.
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There, they meet with clients, show them samples, give them options, and learn about them.
They also take measurements, but thats just a tiny portion of the bespoke footwear world.
The people with this vaunted ability are in demand, and the cost reflects the leanness of the supply.
You cant simply ask for Brown leather dress shoes.
Youre likely going to leave shoeless and ashamed.
Rush it, and youll suffer.
You must find the maker that best fits your feet.
When you choose a shoemaker, you will meet with them extensively.
Only then do they give you a pat and a lollipop and send you on your way.
Step 2: Built to Last
When a shoemaker builds something to last they arent making a pun.
They also begin adding any extra items you need or want.
Then, they use the last for final shaping and then decoration and ornamentation, per your designs.
Waitlists of 2 to 5 years before the process even starts are not uncommon.
We covered the bestbespoke (and semi-bespoke) makersstill in the game.
