Mohinders

Mohinders is a small shoe business based in San Francisco, Mumbai, and Athani, India.

The designs are deeply rooted in the shoemaking traditions of Northern Karnataka, a region in India. Mohinders work with families of 3rd-and 4th-generation shoemakers and leather tanners. The brand strives to uphold respectful design and sustainability from start to finish. This means heirloom, regional processes, intentional choices to reduce waste and use lower-impact materials, and creating shoes that last and age beautifully.

Mohinders reduce their footprint through: dedication to traditionally-tanned water buffalo leather; fewer synthetics and more biodegradable materials; naturally-dyed colors; organic and recycled packaging choices; creating shoes that last and age beautifully.

Mohinders shoes are designed to last for years, not just a season. This means: crepe rubber soles to protect footbed stitches and midsoles; lining leather and footbed cushion, for a custom fit that lasts; design choices that allow easily re-soling, extending your shoes’ life.