Diemme

Diemme makes sneakers and boots for men and women, and it is best known for readapting mountaineering boots. The label was founded in 1992 by Maico and Dennis Signor. Everything is made in Italy at the Calzaturificio Diemme factory in Onè di Fonte, Veneto, and the brand describes its goods as artisan, with an exceptional level of comfort as the aim.

The approach sits somewhere between old and new. There are progressive designs, and there are sharply executed takes on classic styles. If you want a hiking boot reworked for everyday wear, or a sneaker built by a factory that has been at it for decades, this is a good place to start looking.