A new home in the cradle of British shoemaking
Hermès is restructuring the industrial operations of its luxury footwear brand with the development of a new manufacture in Northampton, the historic home of John Lobb in the Midlands, about a hundred kilometres northwest of London. By 2029, the brand, owned by Hermès since 1976, will leave its current workshops to move into a building located on a rehabilitated industrial site in the city centre.
A commitment to British savoir-faire
For the group, the project is about preserving a rare heritage. By securing the future of John Lobb at the heart of a region renowned for its artisanal excellence and expert craftsmen, the house demonstrates a long-term commitment to British savoir-faire. The new site will be designed with a sustainable and responsible approach to performance, energy efficiency, and the quality of the working environment.
Anchoring heritage in the contemporary world
The move reflects a wider Hermès philosophy of territorial roots and lasting craft. This new manufacture embodies John Lobb's ambition to anchor an exceptional heritage in the contemporary world, with the same standards and loyalty to the craft that have driven it for over 150 years. Most of its products continue to be made in the United Kingdom, and the house also produces bespoke shoes in its Paris workshop.
Source: journalduluxe.fr
