John Lobb
Historic British shoemaking and bespoke craftsmanship.
Discover the story
The history of John Lobb began in 1849, when the young English shoemaker John Lobb settled in Australia during the gold rush and started making boots for prospectors and local clients.
In 1866, he opened his shop on Regent Street, where the brand built an international reputation for bespoke footwear. Individual lasts, curated leather selections, and artisanal processes carried out with traditional tools remain part of the house’s historic legacy.
John Lobb represents an idea of luxury rooted in longevity and fit. Beyond fashion trends, its name is associated with shoes designed to conform to the wearer and accompany them for years, upholding a family shoemaking tradition that spans well over a century and a half.