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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Adelante cobbler Selvin Valle smiling in a navy shirt in Guatemala

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.

Meet The Craftspeople

Seasonal Favorites from the Workshop

The Havana — Men's Lace-Up Boot

$385.00
$385.00
Pair of men's 2E-wide light brown leather lace-up boots, shown from the front at an angle, made by hand in Guatemala – The Havana

The Rugged Havana — Men's Lug Sole Boot

$395.00
$395.00
Men's EEE wide light brown leather lug sole boots, shown from the front at an angle. Available in every half size – The Rugged Havana

The Mendoza — Men's Chelsea Boot

$395.00
$395.00
Men's 2E-wide dark brown leather Chelsea boots, shown at an angle, made to order in size 16.5 – The Mendoza

The Santiago — Men's Chukka Boot

$385.00
$385.00
Men's 2E-wide tan leather chukka boots, shown from the front at an angle – The Santiago

The Valparaíso — Men's Dress Boot

$385.00
$385.00
Pair of men's wide blue leather fashion boots, shown from the front at an angle – The Valparaíso

The Cozy Havana — Women's Winter Boot

$385.00
$385.00
Pair of women's narrow A-width shearling-lined light brown leather winter boots, shown from the front at an angle

The Carmen — Women's Buckle Bootie

$385.00
$385.00
Women's 3E-wide gray leather buckle booties, shown at an angle, handcrafted to fit size 12 – The Carmen

The Granada — Women's Ankle Boot

$385.00
$385.00
Women's 2E-wide light brown leather ankle boots, shown at an angle, built to order, even in size 6 – The Granada

The Condesa — Women's Riding Boot

$515.00
$515.00
Women's 2E-wide black leather riding boots, shown at an angle, made to order in size 14 – The Condesa

The Reina — Women's Equestrian Boot

$545.00
$545.00
Women's wide dark brown leather equestrian boots, shown from the front at an angle. Available in every half size – The Reina

The Elena — Women's Combat Boot

$385.00
$385.00
Women's narrow A-width black leather combat boots, shown at an angle, available to order in size 9.5 – The Elena

The Catalina — Women's Heeled Chelsea Boot

$385.00
$385.00
Women's narrow A-width red leather heeled Chelsea boots, shown at an angle – The Catalina
Our Collections
Woman in women's size 4 cream leather loafers on stone steps, made to order

Women's Shoes & Sandals

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Women's Shoes & Sandals

Men's size 16 EEEE tan and black leather loafers worn on a stone bench, made to order

Men's Leather Shoes

Discover handcrafted men's dress shoes, refined loafers, and relaxed weekend slip-ons in...

Men's Leather Shoes

Woman in cognac leather lace-up ankle boots on a cobblestone path, made to order in women's widths A to EEE

Women's Leather Boots

Discover handcrafted women's leather boots, ankle boots, and knee-high boots in any...

Women's Leather Boots

Man in men's size 14 wide blue leather chukka boots on stone steps, handcrafted to order

Men's Leather Boots

Discover handcrafted men's leather boots, rugged lace-ups, and refined Chelsea boots in...

Men's Leather Boots

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