SOLE PURPOSE
10 countries, 6 months, 1 sole purpose.
I SHOULDNT BE TELLING YOU THIS...
But as I am an honest lad... Back in 2016, I didn’t have a clue how to make a shoe. My name’s Marv, and I’m the founder of LANX. On the 26th of July that year, I received a letter that changed everything. It pushed me to pack a bag, roll up my sleeves, and set off on a six-month adventure. The goal? To have the time of my life and learn everything there was to know about making Proper Shoes.
I WRESTLED WITH...
Sumos in Japan, chatted with monks in Cambodia, and trekked the Great Wall of China. In all I visited 10 countries, met some fascinating people and picked up countless shoe industry secrets along the way. Most of the shoemakers I visited were still making by hand, a traditional skill I found inspiring and left a lasting impression on me.
I RETURNED HOME...
In March 2017, and after a swift half in the pub with my mates, I got straight to work. Inspired by what I’d learned, I set about creating my own shoes—ones that combined tradition with a modern edge, built to last, built with purpose.
THE EARLY LANX SHOES WERE...
Heavily inspired by the places and people I meet on my adventures. Our debut collection in 2018 took heavy inspiration from Japan, particularly Asakusa, a Tokyo suburb rich in shoemaking heritage. But the adventure didn’t stop there. Since then, I’ve traveled to New York, Berlin, Porto, and Stockholm, each city shaping the evolution of LANX footwear.
WE NOW MAKE SHOES...
That are designed with purpose, and worn with confidence. What started as a formal shoe brand has evolved into something bigger. Today, LANX offers footwear for every part of life, whether you're in the city, the countryside, or somewhere in between.
Our Lifestyle Footwear is smart, versatile, and effortlessly stylish—ideal for work, weekends, and everything in between. Our Performance Footwear is made for adventure, built tough to handle muddy trails, rainy streets, and festival fields. Every pair is designed with the same commitment to quality, comfort, and timeless style.
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