Lodi
Lodi is a Spanish women's footwear brand from the province of Alicante, founded in 1978. It makes court shoes, sandals and boots in its own factory in Elda and sells in more than 30 countries.
| Founded | 1978 |
|---|---|
| Factory | Elda, Spain |
| Owner | Joaquín Abellán |
| First own store | Calle Claudio Coello, Madrid |
| Markets | More than 30 countries |
| Website | lodistore.com |
What is Lodi?
Lodi is a women's shoe brand from Alicante in eastern Spain. Its shoes are made in the company's own factory in Elda, one of Spain's best-known footwear towns. Joaquín Abellán is the owner of the business.
History
The brand was founded in 1978. After decades of selling through multi-brand retailers, Lodi opened its first own boutique in Madrid at the end of 2017, a store of around 200 square metres on Calle Claudio Coello in the Salamanca district.
Products and positioning
Lodi is known for wide lasts and a broad choice of heel heights, aiming to combine elegance with comfort. The range includes:
- Court shoes and dress shoes
- Sandals, boots and ankle boots
- Bridal and party shoes
- Everyday styles, including loafers
Its occasion and dress shoes have attracted wide media attention in Spain.
Distribution
Lodi is sold in multi-brand stores in more than 30 countries across three continents, through Spanish department stores, through its own shop and through its online store.
Why it matters
Lodi illustrates the strength of the Elda footwear cluster: a manufacturer-brand that controls production at home and has built international wholesale reach before moving into own retail.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lodi from?
Lodi is a Spanish footwear brand from the province of Alicante, with its factory in Elda.
What does Lodi sell?
Lodi sells women's shoes, including court shoes, sandals, boots, bridal and party shoes.