Duke + Dexter
Duke + Dexter is a British footwear label founded in 2014 by Archie Hewlett, then aged 19. It focuses on high-quality men's loafers designed and made in Sheffield.
| Founded | 2014 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Archie Hewlett |
| Made in | Sheffield, UK |
| First flagship | Seven Dials, London (2016) |
| Website | dukeanddexter.com |
What is Duke + Dexter?
Duke + Dexter is a British footwear label focused on high-quality men's loafers. Archie Hewlett founded it in 2014 when he was 19.
Products and positioning
The shoes are British designed, and they are produced in Sheffield. The brand also runs a bespoke service through its website.
Distribution
Duke + Dexter sells through its own website and through stockists including Fenwick and Liberty in London. In November 2016 it opened its first flagship store, a 500 square metre space on Earlham Street in the Seven Dials area near Covent Garden.
The store has in-store exclusives and a Bespoke Bar, where customers can design their own shoes, and a lounge and coffee bar. It was designed with Dreambox. A collaboration with shoe artist Daniel Cordas, who hand-paints shoes, was planned for the bar.
Why it matters
Duke + Dexter is an example of a young founder-led British label that built a loafer-led identity and moved quickly from online sales into a flagship store with a customisation offer.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Duke + Dexter?
Archie Hewlett founded Duke + Dexter in 2014 at the age of 19.
Where are Duke + Dexter shoes made?
The shoes are designed in Britain and produced in Sheffield.