Cheaney English Shoes

Artisan footwear from Northamptonshire since 1886

Cheaney English Shoes is a British footwear company that presents itself as an artisan manufacturer in Northamptonshire, England, since 1886. The company maintains its own production activity and a network of stores, as well as online sales with free UK delivery on orders over £150.

Men's footwear catalogue

The men's collection covers a wide variety of silhouettes: Oxfords, loafers, Derbys, brogues, semi-brogues, monk shoes, boat shoes, trainers and slippers, along with Chukka boots, Chelsea boots, military boots, brogue boots, hiking boots and Derby boots. The site organises models by collections —City, Classic, Contemporary, Country/Leisure, Imperial, Veldtschoen, Wedding, Kudu Leather, Shearling Lined and Resort— and by lasts identified with numbers such as 140, 500, 600, 125, 130, 142, 146, 200, 205, 207, 214, 4436, 5203, 6184, 11028, 12508 and 15216. Different widths are also offered: F (average), G (wide) and H (extra wide).

Among the standout models of the autumn-winter season are the Corinthian R Chelsea boot in rust waxy commander leather, the Winterfold R Derby boot in rust waxy leather, the Kailash C Derby boot in brown yak leather, the Hemis C Derby in brown yak leather and the Haston Derby with shearling lining in dark elm grain leather. The company describes this season as a rugged, relaxed take on its classic styles, with heavier soles and yak and waxy leathers.

Women's collection

The women's line includes loafers, brogues, semi-brogues, Oxfords, Derbys, monk shoes, boat shoes, Mary Janes, mules and Chelsea, Derby, brogue, Balmoral and Chukka boots. Collections are grouped into Classic, Country/Leisure, Kudu Leather, Shearling Lined and Resort, with lasts such as 25217, 601, 245, 251, 23234, 23921, 24262, 24309 and 24683. The autumn-winter offering for women is presented as a contemporary, relaxed vision of the house's classics, with soft leathers, waxy finishes, heavier soles and seasonal tones. Among the models cited are the Harriette D tassel loafer in black grain leather, the Mindy D Derby in merlot grain leather and the Waverly Derby boot in brown waxy commander leather combined with burgundy canvas-look suede.

Accessories and shoe care

The company sells accessories such as leather belts, socks, gloves, cashmere scarves, card holders, luggage and bags, umbrellas, aprons, shoe horns, shoe trees, drawstring fabric bags and laces. Belts are made with the same high-quality leathers used in the footwear. Gloves are leather with cashmere lining and incorporate touchscreen technology. Umbrellas are described as luxury items of classic design and traditional British craftsmanship, made by one of the oldest umbrella manufacturers in the UK.

The care section offers Saphir products —Creme 1925, Renovateur Cream, Creme Cuir Gras, Suede Multicleaner and intense sole cleaner— as well as brushes, valet boxes, travel care kits and guides on polishing and maintaining leather and suede.

Stores and retail presence

Cheaney has its own stores in London —New Bond Street, Jermyn Street, Covent Garden, Cheapside and Lime Street— and in other UK locations: Cambridge, Leeds and Edinburgh, plus a factory outlet. The website includes a store locator and allows online shopping.

Guides and repair service

The site publishes guides on the company's history, the manufacturing process, the anatomy of a shoe, leather types, styles, lasts, soles, fitting, step-by-step polishing, suede care and recommendations for creams and polishes, as well as a wedding shoe guide. It also offers a repair service.