Here is how we choose and oversee the footwear that carries the Boulevard Shoes name.
Our Approach to Sourcing
Boulevard Shoes does not own its own factories. Instead, we work with a select group of specialist footwear producers who have a long track record in making shoes for the UK and European markets. These partners are chosen for their expertise in leather uppers, sole construction, and consistent sizing. We visit them regularly and set clear standards for materials, stitching, and finishing so that every pair that reaches you meets our expectations.
We believe that transparency matters. Our customers want to know that the shoes they buy are made under decent conditions and from materials that are fit for purpose. We do not claim to be a "craft" brand in the sense of hand-making every pair in Britain, but we do insist on reliable construction and honest value. The result is footwear that performs well day to day and lasts for years with basic care.
Materials and Construction
Leather is the main material in most of our styles. We use full-grain and corrected-grain leather depending on the product: full-grain where we want durability and character, corrected-grain where we need a more uniform look and a lower price point. Linings and insoles are chosen for breathability and comfort, and we specify robust sole units—whether leather, rubber, or a combination—so that the shoes hold up to British weather and daily use.
Construction methods include Goodyear welting where it adds value, and Blake stitching or cement construction where it keeps the shoe lighter and more flexible. We do not use construction as marketing fluff; we use it where it genuinely improves longevity or comfort. If a style is described as "premium construction," we mean it has been built to a higher standard and we stand behind that.
Quality Control and Standards
Before any style goes on sale, it goes through sample checks and production audits. We check fit, finish, and consistency across sizes. If a batch does not meet our standards, it does not ship. Once stock is in the UK, we carry out further checks so that the pair you receive is free from defects. We know that receiving a faulty or poorly finished pair is frustrating, so we take this seriously.
We also listen. Customer feedback from our Reviews page and from direct contact helps us improve fit and design over time. When we see repeated comments about a style—positive or negative—we feed that back into how we brief our makers and what we choose for future seasons. Your experience shapes what we do next.
Why It Matters to You
When you buy from Boulevard Shoes, you are buying into a chain of decisions: who makes the shoes, what they are made from, and how they are checked before they reach you. We do not hide behind vague "quality" claims; we explain our approach here so you can decide if we match what you are looking for. If you want the cheapest possible pair regardless of origin, we are probably not the right fit. If you want reliable, well-made shoes at a fair price, we are here for that.
Explore our homepage to see the current range, or head to clearance for discounted styles. Whatever you choose, you can be confident that we have thought about who makes it and how it is made.