Suitable for raising cattle that become shoe materials in grazing areas, and abundant in water necessary for leather tanning and oak used as tanning agents, it flourished as the "holy land of gentlemen's shoes," with renowned shoe manufacturers such as Tricker's, Church's, and Crockett & Jones lining the streets of "Northamptonshire, England."
SOLOVAIR is a shoe brand produced by NPS Shoes Ltd. (Northamptonshire Productive Society), established in 1881.
In 1959, the first sample boots with air-cushioned soles in the UK were manufactured. This became the prototype of SOLOVAIR, and "SOLE OF AIR" is said to be the origin of the brand name. For 35 years, they partnered with Dr. Marten under license, managing the UK line as Dr. Marten by SOLOVAIR. By combining traditional craftsmanship passed down for over 130 years with the latest technologies and materials, the world's highest quality shoes are created. Additionally, to maintain quality, they are committed to handmade production from leather cutting to polishing and finishing.
There are over 200 highly skilled processes involved in the manufacturing of SOLOVAIR. Almost all of these processes are carried out in six separate departments at the Goodyear welt shoe manufacturer and NPS. Please watch the video summarizing the manufacturing process.
The air-cushioned sole, which is its most distinctive feature, is constructed using the Goodyear welt method. It involves two sewing processes and complex procedures that require the high skill level of artisans.
The representative item of SOLOVAIR is the "3 EYELET GIBSON SHOE." The usual yellow stitching on the edge has been changed to black, matching the sole color. The tongue part has been modified to use enamel material.
The "TASSEL LOAFER" features a classic and elegant design typical of British shoes, adorned with a quilted fringe. It uses scotch grain leather with fine granular embossing on the surface.
Handmade shoes that embody the pride and dignity of "Made in Northampton" and the craftsmanship passed down for over 130 years. Please check them out at our store or online.
Check out SOLOVAIR / Exclusive for 2143 products here＞
SOLOVAIR is a shoe brand produced by NPS Shoes Ltd. (Northamptonshire Productive Society), established in 1881.
In 1959, the first sample boots with air-cushioned soles in the UK were manufactured. This became the prototype of SOLOVAIR, and "SOLE OF AIR" is said to be the origin of the brand name. For 35 years, they partnered with Dr. Marten under license, managing the UK line as Dr. Marten by SOLOVAIR. By combining traditional craftsmanship passed down for over 130 years with the latest technologies and materials, the world's highest quality shoes are created. Additionally, to maintain quality, they are committed to handmade production from leather cutting to polishing and finishing.
There are over 200 highly skilled processes involved in the manufacturing of SOLOVAIR. Almost all of these processes are carried out in six separate departments at the Goodyear welt shoe manufacturer and NPS. Please watch the video summarizing the manufacturing process.
The air-cushioned sole, which is its most distinctive feature, is constructed using the Goodyear welt method. It involves two sewing processes and complex procedures that require the high skill level of artisans.
The representative item of SOLOVAIR is the "3 EYELET GIBSON SHOE." The usual yellow stitching on the edge has been changed to black, matching the sole color. The tongue part has been modified to use enamel material.
The "TASSEL LOAFER" features a classic and elegant design typical of British shoes, adorned with a quilted fringe. It uses scotch grain leather with fine granular embossing on the surface.
Handmade shoes that embody the pride and dignity of "Made in Northampton" and the craftsmanship passed down for over 130 years. Please check them out at our store or online.
Check out SOLOVAIR / Exclusive for 2143 products here＞