There is honesty in things made slowly.
In the past months we have been working quietly on something new, something that feels like the natural next step for Dolfie. A collection shaped by craftsmanship, patience and the kind of care that only comes from making things slowly.
Our new Heritage Collection is crafted in a small family workshop in Portugal, where shoemaking has been handed down for more than a century. We choose to work this way because we want to know the people behind our shoes, the hands that cut, stitch and shape every pair. It is the only way we can stand behind what we create.
We use premium Italian leather sourced from local suppliers we know and trust. Every hide comes as a certified by-product of the food industry, and every piece is fully traceable. We never support animal mistreatment, and it is essential for us to understand exactly where our materials come from.
We choose natural leather because it ages beautifully, is breathable, durable and, when treated traditionally, is more naturally biodegradable than many modern materials. At the same time, we continue exploring new natural alternatives that align with our values and long-term vision.
Our Way of Working
Dolfie has always followed its own path. We care deeply about design, but even more about the people and processes behind it. We choose materials for their origin and integrity, not for their cost, and we work only with local artisans and suppliers who share the same respect for the craft.
We are an independent company with no investors or external pressure. This allows us to work at our own pace, produce in small quantities and avoid overproduction, keeping every pair intentional. Sustainability is not a trend for us, it is simply the way we were raised to work, responsibly, close to home and always conscious of the impact we leave behind.
We are inspired by the ocean, by nature and by the calm rhythm of the outdoors, and that quiet way of moving through the world shapes the way we design.
This new collection brings barefoot into a very different space for us. It introduces a new language: moccasin-inspired silhouettes, reimagined boat shoes and winter-ready boots. They follow the natural shape of the foot and keep a true zero-drop foundation, with a thicker sole that offers more insulation and structure. They feel firmer at first and gradually soften with wear.
Pre-sale coming soon
We are now finalising the last details. Pre-sale opens later this month with an early-access10% off available only for the pre-sale, and pairs will begin shipping in December.
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