George Cleverley

the story

George Cleverley was born on the 10th of August 1898 into a shoemaking family in London. After finishing his apprenticeship at 15, he was called up to the Royal British Army for World War I.

After the war he joined Tuczec, a high society London shoemaker, leaving in 1958 to start his own business, producing bespoke shoes for everyone from Rudolph Valentino to Sir Winston Churchill.

His legacy continues in the skilled hands of George Glasgow and his son George Jnr., who are dedicated to producing the world's finest footwear.

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George Cleverley - Bespoke Shoemaker

George Cleverley was born in 1898 and became the most celebrated shoemaker in London, handcrafting bespoke footwear for world leaders, knights of the realm, and Hollywood movie stars.

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READY TO WEAR COLLECTIONS

anthony cleverley

The Anthony Cleverley collection is made in the finest tradition, producing a range of semi-bespoke shoes that come complete with lasted shoe trees.

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oxfords

Perhaps the most elegant of all English shoe designs, the lace eyelets are attached underneath the vamp - a feature termed "closed lacing".

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wholecut

These shoes are whole-cut from a single piece of calf for a clean-lined finish. They have smooth hide linings and are set on Goodyear-welted soles.

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brogues

With delicate pinking and perforation, Cleverley brogues offer a refined twist on a classic British design, available in both round and chisel-toe shapes.

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derbies

These robust shoes with derby facings can be worn throughout the year in all weathers - given their durable Goodyear welted Dainite soles.

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loafers

Cleverley loafers strike the perfect balance between classic styling and modernity, offering designs that are elegant and refined yet relaxed and comfortable.

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boots

Using the finest calf leathers and supple linings, George Cleverley boots are both rugged and refined, allowing them to be worn for a wide variety of occasions.

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monk straps

Monk strap shoes embody quintessential British style. The George Cleverley design is versatile and easy to pair with suits or smart casual attire

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