Venerable American shoemaker known for its handcrafted dress shoes, Goodyear-welted construction, and signature shell cordovan leather.
ORIGIN
USA
PRICE TIER
luxury
The Alden Shoe Company is the last original New England shoe manufacturer from a region once teeming with hundreds of shoemakers. Founded in 1884 by Charles H. Alden in Middleborough, Massachusetts, the family-owned company has built its legacy on an unwavering commitment to high-quality, handcrafted men's footwear. Alden specializes in classic dress shoes and boots like Oxfords, loafers, and chukkas, using traditional Goodyear welt construction that allows for repeated resoling and ensures longevity. The brand is particularly renowned for its use of top-grade leathers, especially shell cordovan from Chicago's Horween Leather Company, a partnership that has existed since 1930.