join us for a roadtrip to see how our shoes are made in Porto

FAMILY AFFAIR

When you visit our main factory outside Porto, you’ll meet Ismael. He’s been making shoes since he was 17 years old. That’s over 30 years of experience!

His father, uncle, wife, mother-in-law, and son Denis all work there, alongside 100 other skilled artisans.

Stay for lunch

The workday runs from 8 to 12 and then 2 to 5, with a proper two-hour lunch break in between. As Americans and Finns, we were surprised and slightly envious of this refreshingly human rhythm.

In Portugal, lunch is serious business. It’s not a rushed sandwich at your desk, but a full meal, often shared, often multi-course, and always unhurried. The long break is a tradition shaped by both culture and climate, and it's something we've learned to admire. We’ve also learned to pack stretchy pants.

It takes a village

While they’ve added some modern tech like laser cutting leather pieces, most of the work is still done by hand.

Each pair passes through many skilled hands in the process of cutting, stitching, shaping, gluing and finishing, with quality checks at every stage.

They are proud of their work, and so are we. As we grow, we continue to create more jobs, support local communities, and keep the appreciation for true artisanship alive for future generations.