SOREL

Sorel: a brief biography

Sorel started life as a new addition to the well-established Canadian Kitchener footwear manufacturing business. Intended to be aimed at the sport boot and work boot markets, Sorel encapsulated notions of rugged outdoorsmanship, embracing the wild, and survival. Its iconic emblem of a polar bear speaks of a boot that is ready to take on the harshest terrains, earning Sorel a reputation for producing a range of formidable footwear that makes light work of snow and ice. In recent years, Sorel has branched out into a wider range of footwear, from beach-ready sandals to comfortable slippers, sneakers, liners, and socks.

The Boots

Traditional Sorel boots are easily recognisable by the combination of their tough, solid, black rubber base and their street-ready upper. The rubber provides unwavering grip whilst repelling water, whilst the upper offers the elegance and style that so many competitor boots lack. Many of the boots feature soft wool or down linings for added warmth and style, working within the philosophy that bad weather shouldn't mean that you have to sacrifice style. Situated at the top end of the market, Sorel boots are more of an investment than a casual purchase. With their lengthy pedigree, Sorel continues to be a much-respected name in the snow boot industry.

Classic styles with a twist

Sorel continues to produce its iconic classic designs, as well as throwing its creative energy into new interpretations. The best well known are the women's wedge boot range, which provides all of the protection of a traditional snow boot with the added boost of an enclosed high heel. This represents Sorel's commitment to ensuring that there is a waterproof boot ready for any sartorial demand, whether tramping through the mountains or attending an opening. Whether the boots are the classical style or feature a newer twist, all are manufactured to high ethical and sustainable standards. In this regard, Sorel is particularly known for its commitment to sourcing responsible down, and follows a global program to ensure that all of its leather and down promotes animal welfare.

Soft slippers

Sorely is increasingly known for its luxury slippers. The perfect evening counterpart after a long day in outdoor boots, Sorel slippers combine wool blend and synthetic fur linings with luxury leather and suede uppers. With removable rubber outer soles, Sorel's approach to indoor footwear flaunts their trademark combination of practicality and style.