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November 17, 2014
J. M. Weston | Launching Collaboration Shoes with Kasley Hayford
J.M. Weston Invites Charlie Casely-Hayford
J.M. Weston Invites Charlie Casely-Hayford
Collaboration Shoes Reinterpreting Tradition with a Modern Touch
J.M. Weston, the shoemaker that has offered timeless French elegance since its founding in 1891, has collaborated with British designer Charlie Casely-Hayford to create a new line of shoes. The collection is set to launch in J.M. Weston boutiques worldwide at the end of May.
Text by KUROMIYA Yuzu
French Elegance Meets British Wit
Charlie Casely-Hayford (left) and J.M. Weston Artistic Director Michel Perry
Charlie Casely-Hayford, inspired from a young age by his father, the OBE-awarded designer Joe Casely-Hayford, found resonance with J.M. Weston's ethos of honoring heritage and the bond between father and son.
During a creative dinner, Casely-Hayford and J.M. Weston's Artistic Director Michel Perry discovered a shared philosophy in their approach to craftsmanship: respecting traditional expertise while embracing evolving styles to define timeless masculine elegance. This mutual understanding forged a deep connection, leading to this collaboration.
The collaborative models reimagine J.M. Weston's iconic styles from the 1930s, drawing inspiration from the sporty-chic aesthetic favored by British aristocrats for pursuits like hunting.
Casely-Hayford reinterpreted the Prince of Wales check, traditionally found on British绅士's three-piece suits, creating a unique pattern applied to kid leather. This design adorns the Double Sole Derby and the limited edition Triple Sole Derby, offered in two colorways: a striking black and white check, and a subtle black tone-on-tone check.
#180 Loafer
#588 Double sole derby
Limited edition #590 Triple sole derby
The brand's iconic loafer has also been updated with a modern twist, featuring a quilted silky calfskin. The tab and edging of the loafer are crafted from lustrous box calfskin, creating a striking contrast with the silky calfskin. Available in black and navy, with a special order option in red.
J.M. Weston Invites Charlie Casely-Hayford
Launching late May at J.M. Weston boutiques worldwide
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