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How many animals died in order to make shoes for a famous person?!!

I wonder why brands don't just do bespoke with machines. Measure the customer feet, make a last through molded plastic, and then make shoes based on that. It would tremendously cut down the cost but offer a true to size, bespoke feel.

Simon go back😅

Back then, this was the only way to make shoes. Nowadays, (wealthy) people needs comfortable customized high end shoes which can only be made by these shoemakers. I think their business will be just fine.

They have Paul Newman’s last. I want to cry.😢😢😢❤❤❤❤

Why doesn't the craftsman make a last that includes an impression of the arch etc?

It’s because they’re “ Bespoke” that’s why. I love seeing people craft things , I hope we never lose this type of artist to machines

Brilliant - Luved the passion and dedication especially from Simon. Such a wonderful profession - as your amazing work will be worn, maybe, every day by clients who will walk in comfort, style and the assurance they’ll “last” a lifetime 👏

I studied footwear design at the London College of Fashion, Cordwainers Footwear pathway, and the processes that go into making a basic court shoe are indeed numerous (51) as well as the cost of quality materials. Independent footwear designers rarely make a sustainable living from their work, often having second jobs just to be able to keep doing what they do. For that reason, a bespoke shoe at that cost, is worth it's valuation.

I like this video cuz she said, "Simon says"

No shoes worth it more than $300. After that you only paying for the name.

You should open up a school and train people from many countries to help us with what your doing,,I think everyone needs that even with cheaper material shoes

My father worked for a shoemaker for many years before becoming a mechanic. He made my first pair of shoes, he also made all my mums shoes and all his own shoes. Dad said when he was 18 years old before he got his first shoes. So the joke about having to walk 10 miles to school barefoot was real. Recently I have decided to go back to basics, spent three months slowly rebuilding muscle strength and starting to venture outside walking around barefoot. Now so hate the constriction of modern shoes I need to wear because of work. Wish I had spent the time learning this skill of making shoes from him. Way too old to make a career of it, at my age, but would be a great hobby

Wow, I never heard of that shoes.

FDR, a man who cannot walk, had bespoke shoes? 🤦

I respect the craftsmanship, but I feel this will be replaced by 3d scanning…

i wanted to do this but in my country it's impossible.

Cute video and everything, but the answer to your question is "Because stupid rich people will buy them"

Bunch of crap! Everyone's foot changes from month to month, hot months, cold months, and you may wear thin sox, thick sox, etc. So, making custom shoes is all BS and marketing period. Not to mention after you buy them, they will stretch - all shoes do - even if you pay $6,500 for them!

what a beautiful piece of art. but sadly i cant afford that kind of shoe's 😂😂😂

BESPOKE SHOES means CUSTOM SHOES. BESPOKE is a British word. Trust the Brits to confuse everyone with their archaic words.

well we know you and I aren't going to be buying a pair of these!

This should be PG rated. Shoe Porn at its finest.

because its overrated

Im glad this is still a thing

As much as I appreciate the craftmanship and skill level required to do this work, surely in the age of 3D scanning and printing, we can make custom shoes at a price point more accessible to more people.

Ahh yes, the last. But why is it the first thing to be made?

Damn, it's wild to use an entire skin for one single pair of shoes.

After watching this video, i can definitely say these shoes are worth every cent

i hav a cowboy pair of ostrich leather gifted by my cousin frm brisbane and its expensive than my whole wardrobe

Great piece , thank you for highlighting handcrafts.

What if my two feet are not exactly the same 😬

They must really enjoy their craft. Looks boring as hell to me.

"fir to an individual person" but they are not even shaped like a normal human foot

What is with the British accents?

Do they offer a scholarship please?
I really want to learn it.

Ok, high time for mushroom shoes. No joke.

Ur buying the name brand only.

As a cobbler, i truly believe its not a dying trade. Few and far between? Yes. But shoes will always be in demand. Including those who make them.

everything was fine until they mentioned using alligator/crocodile skin. Leather is not sustainable either. Vegan Leather is a prudent choice.

Is laser scanning and 3d printing disrupting this yet?

Absolutely beautiful 🌹🕊

I started making shoes a couple of years ago (I'm 41 now). My grandfather was a shoemaker and I remember him making his own shoes. I always kept those images in my mind like a photograph, waiting to do it someday. And that day came when I made the decision to start. It has been one of the best decisions I have made. I have found a different and fascinating world. Today it is my way of escaping from routine and stress. Greetings from Chile to whoever reads this message.

Not everybody can afford to buy that car, lol😊
Success comes to those who are too busy looking for it

over priced.. 😂

i wish i could afford this, my feet are wierdy formed and i walk down factory shoes so fast

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