British Goodyear Welted Footwear FOR EVERY WALK OF LIFE...

Introducing the new seal of excellence which stands for the best quality British made footwear incorporating the British Goodyear Welted construction. Goodyear welted shoes are made by sewing an extra layer of material (the welt) between the upper and the sole. Most shoes nowadays are glued or moulded together.

Benefits of British Goodyear Welted Footwear

Easy to repair As long as the uppers remain sound, it is easy to re-sole a pair of worn welted boots or shoes by sewing new ones to the existing welts, to give them a life expectancy of 20 years or more. Exceptional comfort The cavity created by the inseam between the inner and outer sole is filled with a flexible compound which quickly moulds to the shape of the wearer's feet. Insulation The sandwiched compound between inner and outer soles also provides thermal insulation and protection from uneven surfaces for added comfort. Flexibility The "welted construction" is highly adaptable to almost every style of shoe, for every walk of life, which enables shoe makers to quickly respond to trends in both classic and street fashions. Strength Comfort combines with durability in welted footwear to provide incomparable strength, outstanding performance and enhanced shape retention.

Only authorised companies offering quality British Goodyear Welted Footwear can use the Seal. For Trade, Press and Consumer enquiries contact the companies below, or contact Carole Chamberlain, or Nicholas Parry-Billings at BFA.

List of authorised British Goodyear Welted Footwear Seal users