The region centers around The Fermo-Macerata Shoemaking District, where most factories are located. Shoe factories make up a lot of the manufacturing hub, but so does furniture making and clothing. One of the projects currently in progress is the certification and recognition of the production process. It aims to protect genuine Italian quality in the domestic and international markets so that production based on proper trade standards is given space and visibility. The companies of the footwear district work with passion, anticipate changes and create innovation, applying their craft skills to modern business culture.
Overall, gravitypope is proud to partner with businesses, family, and artisans in the Marche region, and we are lucky to be able to offer their increible product to our clientele around-the-world.
Starting in the early 2000s, Open Closed has worked to become a dominant player in the Italian footwear market, producing their own product and shoes for brands including Rick Owens, Ann Demeulemeester, and much more.
Building on a collection of sturdy boots, classy shoes, and stylish loafers they focus on providing popular and comfortable designs for any occasion.
Founded in 1979, Halmanera is crafted in the Marche region. Driven by the ambition to create and develop a designer shoe that not only conveys a careful attention to details, but also shows evidence of a distinctive identity.
Essential, minimalistic, progressive shoes passionately crafted by Italian artisans.
MOMA shoes first appeared in the international market in the 1990’s with a range of craftsmen-made footwear that was innovative and ran counter to the fashions of the day. MOMA’s “hand-made” style was based on destructured forms and “corrupted” hides, in stark contrast with the dictates of the world of fashion. Located in the Marche region of Italy, the workshop established by the brothers Gigio and Daniele Gironacci offers craftsmen, artists and designers a chance to share their creative experiences day after day. MOMA products are steeped in emotions and evoke a lifestyle rich in experience. Dyed, worn and crumpled, MOMA shoes have become a highly fashionable and technically advanced collection of footwear.
Climb is an 'in-house' project offering an elevated, fresh, and modern take on classic hiking boot styles. Presented through the eyes of gravitypope and longtime collaborator Masahiro Wakabayashi, who has helmed several projects at To & Co., Asics and United Arrows.
Manufactured in the Marche region of Italy, every style is designed to go the distances of wherever you choose, be it the mountains or the bustling city streets. Each pair is handcrafted by experts producing limited runs of highly comfortable and durable products.
