Bridlen is a goodyear welted men's shoe brand, striving to provide quality shoes competitively. Our expertise in shoemaking over 3 decades, along with a strong Japanese influence, pushes us to aim for precision and high standards of shoemaking. We are an online brand, shipping globally, with a range of goodyear welted classic Oxfords, Derbys, Loafers and Boots
From Chennai. Went to Ferragamo stores during my recent US trip and I don’t get EEE shoes. Getting a shoe is always a pain and was wondering if someone can make custom shoes with great care and quality. I hope to visit the store soon to check if I can get a custom shoe!
Just picked up my first pair and I love them. Beautiful shoes, excellent customer service and very knowledgeable staff. Looking forward to getting another pair soon.
So many people talking about using knifes to score new leather soles and other destructive things! Took me 3 minutes out on the driveway to "scuff" up the soles of my new shoes. So, very good advise!!
Such elegant shoes! I have been wearing a pair of black punch toe Oxfords for the last six months and it has certainly elevated my style. Some of these shoes do take some time to break in. In my experience it took about 4 months to completely adapt to my feet. I wear them 3 to 4 times a week. Time taken for the breaking in period is subjective. Once broken in, the comfort you feel is something one has to experience for themselves. Now I take every opportunity I can to wear mine. The only limitation now for me is the colour. A second pair in brown will be a nice addition to bring in the much needed rotation and can open up more trousers colour choices. Thank you, Bridlen!
Hello Manoj, Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your experience! Breaking in can be a personal journey, and we're pleased to hear it was worth the wait for you. Please do drop by our gallery when you're ready for your second pair and we look forward to continuing to be a part of your sartorial journey!
Hello Jeery, The Service Boot is made on the Rui Boot Last, which has an accommodating toe box and an EE width grading. Please email us at shoemaker@bridlen.com for more detailed information. Thank you.
Proud of you. Lovely to see an Indian brand in an arena where most British shoemakers say their top of the line shoes are made in the UK and the rest made in India! I hope to make a pair of bespoke shoes made to measure for my feet from you, just to support an Indian company, soon. Is that possible?
Thank you for your kind words and support. While we haven't ventured into the full bespoke area yet, we are more than happy to assist you with fit across our wide range of lasts. Please email us at shoemaker@bridlen.com when you are ready for a pair to be made. Thank you.
Amazing story and fantastic shoes. I own 2 pairs and have just ordered another one! I hope to build my own collection of high end amazing Bridlen shoes.
Had a folded penny loafer with button rubber sole for almost three years. You should not discontinue button rubber sole Afsan bhai. Other rubber sole designs were not that remarkable
Congratulations Affan on the exciting venues. Hope to see you back in NY again as well in the future . I always get complements on my black cap toe Oxfords and Russian calf hatchgrain split toe derbies. Always happy to tell friends and associates about Bridlen. Wishing you every success. Cheers, Jeff
Your videos demonstrate a passion for shoe design and construction! Also, i get the distinct impression that a drive for perfection is the end goal! With this in mind, i recently ordered a pair of your shoes to sample the workmanship! As soon as they arrive, i may order several more pairs! Thanks for enlightening us on shoe craftsmanship through your videos!
There are all types of rubber soles. I find some of them are much more comfortable than leather - almost like sneakers. Also working in NYC I have plenty of rain, snow and ice. Not to mention walking into the lobby of a building or airport with wet shoes - you want traction.
Hi Hill, yes, we used to offer JR Soles before they shut down and transferred ownership to the Kilger tannery in early 2021. We might restart them once we are certain of the quality standards of the new batch of JR-branded soles after a few years of use.
Amazing story. I guess Bridlen factory in Chennai also manufactures shoes for Loake, a British Kettering Northamptonshire brand. It is one of the prestigious brand in UK and also has a royal warrant.
Happy to see a bespoke shoe maker in my own country. I will order a Goodyear welted shoe asap. Looking for a classy black/brown brogue double monk strap shoe. hoping to see one on your website.
Hi @terminator, we are not suggesting the tanneries mentioned are not shell cordovan. We are merely stating that Shinki highlights this as a point of quality control that every piece of leather that comes from their tannery is certified as shell cordovan. We are happy to address any further queries or concerns you may have. Please write to us at shoemaker@bridlen.com for more
What i love the most is that they're BLACK.. I dyed my dark brown D.monk strap MEERMIN's Black... not many suede shoes sell in black. Probly cause Suede is mostly seen and used as semi casual ... so not many people sell it. But it's a Raf combo!!@
Hi Abdul Kaleem, please take a look at the link below for details of the Austere Adelaide from the Founders line. bridlen.com/collections/founders-line-goodyear-welted/products/austere-adelaide-black-deus-last-founders?variant=47482099401000
