9 October 2026International edition
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9 October 2026
AI in Fashion
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Footwear

Brador

Italy

Brador is an Italian footwear brand founded in 2003 by the shoe manufacturer Eurotop & Brador Srl. It is mainly known for men's sandals.

Facts
OriginItaly
Founded2003
ProducerEurotop & Brador Srl
OwnerDaniele Polidori
Best known forMen's sandals
Websitebrador.it
Segment
Mid-market
Categories
Footwear
Sales channels
Wholesale

What is Brador?

Brador is an Italian footwear brand. According to its Pitti Immagine Uomo profile, it was founded in 2003 by the shoe manufacturer Eurotop & Brador Srl, which is owned by Daniele Polidori, who took over from the previous generation.

Products and positioning

The listed categories are sneakers, flip-flops and sandals, and the brand is mainly known for men's sandals. A women's line was added in recent years, including the spring/summer 2023 collection. The brand says its lines are recognisable by a garment-dyeing process that gives products a handmade, vintage look, and it emphasises leather processing and craftsmanship. It describes itself as a quality brand with Italian style and a focus on design research.

Distribution

Brador targets global markets and exhibits at Pitti Immagine Uomo, where it is listed for the January 2027 edition.

Why it matters

Brador shows a family-owned Italian manufacturer building its own brand around a single product type and a distinctive finishing method.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Brador from?

Brador is an Italian footwear brand run by the shoe manufacturer Eurotop & Brador Srl.

What does Brador sell?

Brador sells sandals, flip-flops and sneakers, and is mainly known for men's sandals.

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