Nathan Florsheim is a self-taught independent bootmaker based in Chicago, IL. In 2020 he started to experiment with cordwaining, and quickly fell in love with the process. After many iterations and failures, he started slowly opening up for client orders, and in 2022 made the jump to making full-time. Each pair is made entirely by Nathan in his home studio.
Each pattern and design is for all genders, and the made-to-measure process allows for all-inclusive sizing that current ready to wear options are unable to offer. Fit and comfort is a main focus, and Nathan works with each client to collect measurements and other data points to ensure the best fit possible.
Due to the slow nature of the process and each pair being made entirely by Nathan, his books only open up a handful of times each year. You can visit the ordering page for more information.
Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have more questions!