From the lively streets of Chennai to Tokyo's detailed workshops.
"It's not just about making shoes. Today, we're on a mission to put Indian shoemaking on the world stage."
From the lively streets of Chennai to Tokyo's detailed workshops.
"It's not just about making shoes. Today, we're on a mission to put Indian shoemaking on the world stage."
At Bridlen, all our Goodyear welted shoes are made using the 360 Channeling Insole method. Instead of using standard gemming, we opt for a thicker insole with a carved holdfast, resulting in a more compact, higher quality shoe with a direct welt stitch, eliminating the need for a cotton rib.
Learn MoreAll our uppers are attached to the last, which introduces the initial shape of a lasted shoe even before lasting. During the lasting process, we do not use an unusually high level of pressure to pull the leather over the last, nor do we apply excessive heat to get the shoe upper to sit tightly over the last.
At Bridlen, all our Goodyear welted shoes are made using the 360 Channeling Insole method. Instead of using standard gemming, we opt for a thicker insole with a carved holdfast, resulting in a more compact, higher quality shoe with a direct welt stitch, eliminating the need for a cotton rib.
Learn MoreAll our uppers are attached to the last, which introduces the initial shape of a lasted shoe even before lasting. During the lasting process, we do not use an unusually high level of pressure to pull the leather over the last, nor do we apply excessive heat to get the shoe upper to sit tightly over the last.
"An interesting Indian brand, whose shoes are made the old school way with Goodyear welt stitched directly to the insole. Classic styles, solid make" - Shoegazing Blog
"Bridlen is perhaps the only Indian made-to-order shoe brand with a clear, serious intent. Its shoes are retailed in London and Singapore as well as in Delhi and Kolkata" - Hindustan Times
Phenomenal work here with beautiful details in terms of quality versus price you really can't go wrong - ShoeSnobBlog
"Bridlen is another brand that I've been hearing about for the past couple years. I got to meet the team in NewYork and they're really really nice. " - Vladimir Riché
"They use leather from some of the most reputable tanneries in the world which by the way is insane, that is a crazy good value." - Dress Well
"We’ve had hands on experience with this company and the finishing is great, the patterns are on point, and they use leathers from world renowned tanneries." - Stridewise
"I'm really excited about the fact that India is now becoming a place known for the quality of its shoes rather than despite the quality of its shoes and that's thanks to Brands like Bridlen" - Welted Ware
Bridlen-Classic Styles, Modern Flairs, Made in India. - The Elegant Oxford
"Beautiful craftsmanship on these throughout. Sleek chiseled last and top quality full grain leather from Annonay...what's not to love!!??"- Mbshoedoc
"In India there is Bridlen, which makes a very solid, classic-looking shoe" - Permanent Style
Contemporary, classic is Bridlen’s goal in my book while offering the best materials they can for the price. - Misiu Academy
Their shoes are Goodyear welted. They have interesting styles, attractive lasts, and overall, very pleasant shoes. The leathers are good and the quality-to-price ratio is excellent. -Gentleman's gazette
Our latest creation, the Char Last, paying homage to the rich British Goodyear heritage. Crafted with a deep instep and distinguished by its captivating character around the vamp. Featuring a soft chisel toe, this classic design is a great addition to any wardrobe.
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