Clae
United States
Clae is a footwear brand founded in Los Angeles in 2001. It makes sneakers, runners and heritage styles for men.
| Founded | 2001, Los Angeles |
|---|---|
| Core category | Men's footwear |
| Product lines | Sneakers, Runners, Heritage |
| Original design | Slip-on, now the Garvey SP |
| Website | clae.com |
What is Clae?
Clae is a footwear brand that was founded in Los Angeles in 2001. Its original product was a slip-on shoe, and an updated version of that design, the Garvey SP, remains in the range.
Products and positioning
The brand describes its shoes as smart essentials fit for the modern man, with a focus on long-lasting style, high-quality materials and comfort. The collection is organised in three categories: Sneakers, Runners and Heritage.
Named styles include the Bradley sneaker, the Morgan boat shoe and the Lenard sneaker. The range also includes an Essentials line, a vegan collection and accessories.
The brand has also been presented to buyers at Pitti Uomo, the menswear trade fair in Florence, and it marked fifteen years in business with a new set of designs. Its sneakers are stocked by independent online fashion retailers in Europe, such as Fresh Labels.
Why it matters
Clae is a long-running independent footwear label that has kept a consistent, understated product focus since its founding, and it has shown at the Pitti Uomo trade fair in Florence.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Clae from?
Clae was founded in Los Angeles in 2001.
What does Clae sell?
Clae sells footwear, mainly sneakers, runners and heritage styles, plus accessories.