Butts and Shoulders

The brand operates on principles of slow fashion, prioritizing authenticity, craftsmanship, and durability over mass production. All products are made in small batches and individually numbered. The company exclusively uses vegetable-tanned leather processed without chemicals, allowing each product to develop a unique patina over time through wear.

The product line encompasses several footwear categories and leather accessories. Boot offerings include the Classic Boots, Worker Boots, Combat Boots, and Heritage Boots, all available in natural, brown, and black vegetable-tanned leather. The footwear range also includes sneakers and sandals. Beyond footwear, the company produces vegetable-tanned leather bags, aprons, and phone cases.

Production takes place at a small factory in Portugal, one of the few facilities still employing traditional Goodyear welted construction for boots. This construction method involves stitching the upper, insole, and welt together, then attaching the outsole to the welt, creating a durable and resoleable boot. The Goodyear welted construction allows the boots to be rebuilt multiple times, extending their lifespan significantly.

Each pair of boots includes two sets of laces: one matching the initial leather color and another darker set to complement the leather as it develops patina through wear. The vegetable tanning process uses only natural materials, resulting in leather that ages and develops character over time while remaining free from chemical treatments.