Andres Handcrafted Boots are small-batch handcrafted leather boots made in Leon, Mexico, the leather capital of the world. Andres is a combination of family legacy, timeless style, and sustainable craftsmanship.
Handcrafted Leather Boots that Tell a Story
Some boots hold more than style. They hold a story.
I grew up in the shoe trade, following my father Andres to tradeshows, learning how he built a life through craftsmanship after immigrating to the U.S. He taught me: support your family, give back, and never compromise on quality.
That’s why we launched Andres Handcrafted Boots. Every pair is made in León, Mexico (the leather capital of the world) using small-batch, sustainable methods. We keep the collection focused: lace-up, Chelsea, cap toe, and chukka boots designed for modern life. Boots that can carry you from office to evening, rain to sunshine, and still look right at home.
We’re not chasing trends or fast fashion. We’re creating handcrafted leather boots that last decades.
Some boots hold more than style. They hold a story. Andres Handcrafted Boots began not with a marketing plan but with a family legacy, a love for craftsmanship, and the belief that quality should be part of everyday life. Today, every pair of our handcrafted leather boots reflects that journey.
A Family Legacy in Every Stitch
Founder Eric Soto grew up surrounded by the shoe trade. His father, Andres, immigrated to the U.S. with little but determination. During decades of hard graft in the footwear industry, he followed in his father’s principled footsteps: quality and value should never be compromised.
During boyhood, Eric attended tradeshows with his father, flying to León, Mexico, observing an evolving industry. Eric would help provide footwear trends that Andres could take to build upon a line of gym shoots and footwear.
Andres’s lessons became Eric’s mantra: support your family, give back, and let the work speak for itself. Andres Handcrafted Boots is an homage to those lessons and to the man who lived them.
Handcrafted Leather Boots Built for a Modern Life
Eric’s own lifestyle shaped the brand’s direction. Living in Chicago means dealing with rain, snow, and sunshine—often in the same day, almost always in the same week.
He wanted men’s dress boots that would remain durable, breathable, and comfortable. Just as important, he craved a pair of quality leather boots stylish enough to transition from office to evening out.
The result is footwear designed for real life.
Why León, Mexico Matters
The brand’s roots stretch back to León, Mexico leather boots, crafted in the city known as the leather capital of the world.;
Forget the oversized mass-production factories of China or India. León's leather workshops are small, personal, and rooted in tradition. Because of this, we wanted every Andres boot to be hand-cut, stitched, and shaped by artisans whose craft has been passed down for generations.
While the quality of León's craftsmanship is undeniable, the choice to have shoes and boots made there was also shaped by heritage and the desire to embrace sustainability.
Andres Handcrafted Boots uses 100% vegetable-tanned leather and gold-rated suedes from tanneries recognized by the Leather Working Group for environmental standards and worker safety. The result is high-quality sustainable leather boots designed and crafted with intention.
Handcrafted Leather Boots: The Antithesis of Fast Fashion
In a world where boots are often treated like disposable fashion, Eric saw a yawning gap.
Many brands flood the market with dozens of styles, sacrificing quality to keep up with trends. Others overcharge for features that add little function.
Andres Handcrafted Boots takes a different approach: crafting fewer styles, each with a timeless design. Small batch boots that are made to last. These are boots meant to be worn, repaired, and lived in—not replaced every season.
The Craft of Making a Boot
Behind every pair is a process that blends artistry with intention:
It begins with the concept of boots designed for modern life.
Craftsmen choose the right construction method.
Leather is hand-cut into shape, matched with soles, stitched, and carefully assembled.
Finishing touches give each boot character and longevity.
Each pair is created in small batches, ensuring a human touch never cuts corners.
Fast Facts: Andres Handcrafted Boots
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Detail |
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Known For |
Handcrafted leather boots |
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Origin |
Leon, Mexico – the leather capital of the world |
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Materials |
100% veg-tanned leather, gold-rated suedes |
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Production |
Small batch, artisan-made |
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Style range |
Men’s dress boots: lace-up, Chelsea, cap toe, chukka |
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Values |
Family legacy, sustainability, craftsmanship |
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Durability |
Built to last decades, not seasons |
FAQ
What makes Andres Handcrafted Boots different?
They are small-batch, artisan-made in León, Mexico, with timeless design and lasting durability. We emphasize the importance of good year welt construction so our boots can be resoled and reheeled.
Are they sustainable leather boots?
Yes. They use vegetable-tanned leathers and gold-rated suedes that meet strict environmental and worker safety standards.
Why are León Mexico leather boots so renowned?
Leónis the global leather capital, where shoemaking has been perfected and passed down for generations.
How long do handcrafted leather boots from Andres last?
With proper care, they can last decades. Some family-made pairs are still worn after 30 years.
What styles are available?
The line includes lace-up boots, Chelsea boots, cap toe lace-ups, and chukka boots.
Pride in Every Step You Take
Eric’s sense of pride comes not simply from seeing a finished pair on the shelf but from knowing the wearer will enjoy them daily for a lifetime. As his father often said, there’s no greater joy than watching others find happiness in the result of your work.
That’s why Andres Handcrafted Boots is about more than footwear. It’s family, tradition, sustainability, and style in every pair. Built for the city, ready for all weather, and made to last. When you own a pair from Andres, you’re wearing a story worth walking in.
- Men’s Lace Up Boots
- Men’s Chelsea Boots
- Men’s Chukka Boots
- Men’s Cap Toe Boots