The Magic of Made-to-order

We handcraft leather goods one at a time at our workshop in Pastores, Guatemala. No factories, no mass production – just expertly crafted shoes, made-to-order especially for you. Our inclusive size and width options mean you never have to compromise on fit or comfort.

  • Select Any Size, Any Width

    Made-to-order production unlocks sizes 4 - 17 (including half sizes), plus 7 widths and 9 calf size options in tall boots.

  • Cobbler-to-Customer

    100% artisan owned. The proceeds from every purchase go directly to our work community here in Pastores, Guatemala.

  • 6 Week Delivery

    Enjoy free shipping and delivery within 6 weeks of purchase.

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An Adelante Cobbler Smiling

A Person Behind Every Pair

With a salary of more than twice the local wage and additional benefits such as healthcare and savings accounts, Adelante craftsmen are able to plan for a better future. Our vision is for the artisans’ financial success to positively impact the community and further catalyze economic growth in the area.

Selvin is one of many talented artisans on the Adelante team.

LEARN MORE about, there is a person behind every pair

The Luca — Men's Penny Loafer Price: $355.00

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Brown men's penny loafers with classic penny bridges and stitched leather uppers, handcrafted by Adelante Made-To-Order

The Viento — Men's Leather Slip-On Price: $265.00

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Adelante men's dark brown leather slip-on loafers with stitched soles, handcrafted and made to order in wide widths

The Sofía — Women's Penny Loafer Price: $335.00

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Beige women's leather penny loafers with classic penny bridges and stacked heels

The Serena — Women's Heeled Sandal Price: $295.00

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Navy blue women's heeled sandals with two wide straps, square toes, adjustable ankle straps, and chunky block heels

The Lorenzo — Men's Dress Loafer Price: $355.00

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Men's black leather dress loafers with strap detail, handcrafted from full grain leather and available in wide widths

The Camila — Women's Heeled Mule Price: $295.00

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Brown full grain leather womens heeled mule with a two inch block heel from Adelante Shoes

The Córdoba — Women's Leather Sandal Price: $245.00

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Black leather women's sandal with wide straps, ankle buckle, cushioned footbed, and low stacked heel by Adelante Shoes

The Náutico — Men's Boat Shoe Price: $355.00

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Adelante men's brown full-grain leather boat shoes with moc toe, contrast stitching, and lace-up design, available in wide widths

The Sabina — Women's Dress Loafer Price: $335.00

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Women's brown leather dress loafers with apron toes and stacked heels, available in regular to extra wide widths

The Tomás — Men's Zero Drop Loafer Price: $295.00

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Brown men's leather slip on loafers by Adelante Made To Order

The Isabela — Women's Leather Sandal Price: $245.00

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Women's handcrafted leather sandal with burgundy crisscross straps, tan adjustable ankle strap, cushioned footbed, and gold buckle detail

The Marina — Women's Gladiator Sandal Price: $245.00

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Adelante women's black and gray gladiator sandal with wraparound ankle laces and handcrafted detailing available in wide widths