Sorel
Sorel is a footwear brand known for its rugged, utilitarian aesthetic and focus on cold-weather performance. It represents a subculture of outdoor functionality blended with urban style. The brand's ethos emphasizes durability and protection against harsh elements through heavy-duty materials and waterproof construction.
Modegeschiedenis
Founded in 1962 in Kitchener, Ontario, by Kaufman Footwear, Sorel originally specialized in winter work boots. The brand gained cultural significance for introducing the first cold-weather boot with a removable felt liner. Following Kaufman Footwear's bankruptcy in 2000, Columbia Sportswear acquired the brand. This transition shifted Sorel from a purely functional industrial manufacturer to a global fashion label that integrates performance technology into contemporary, year-round footwear designs.
