Koio
United States
Koio is a US footwear brand known for leather sneakers made in Italy and sold mainly online. Founders, headquarters and ownership were not stated in the sources available for this profile.
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Production | Italy (per brand) |
| Segment | Digital-native and DTC brands |
| Core product | Leather sneakers |
| Website | koio.co |
What is Koio?
Koio presents itself as a modern footwear brand known for timeless leather sneakers. Its website says each pair is handcrafted in Italy from premium calf leather and emphasises responsible materials and craftsmanship.
Products and positioning
The brand's core product is the leather sneaker, with models such as the Capri featured on the site. It has also run collaborations with brands including La Marzocco and Norm Architects. The site refers to ten years and hundreds of iterations of its design philosophy, which implies roughly a decade of operation, but gives no founding date.
Business model and distribution
The website is centred on online shopping and mentions no physical retail locations. Its footer shows a 2026 copyright to Koio.
Why it matters
Koio is part of a group of direct to consumer sneaker labels that moved premium craftsmanship and Italian production into an online first model. Further facts on its history and ownership could not be verified for this profile.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Koio sneakers made?
Koio says its sneakers are handcrafted in Italy from premium calf leather.
Is Koio a luxury brand?
Koio positions itself as a premium footwear brand rather than a luxury house. It sells mainly online.