Church's was founded in 1873 by Thomas Church and his three sons, and immediately made a name for itself in the field of footwear thanks to the manufacturing tradition, timeless elegance and high quality that are still the foundations of this brand today. Purchased in 1999 by the Prada Foundation, the company continues to produce men's shoes in its first workshop in Northampton and women's shoes in Italy, remaining faithful to the combination of three primary elements: the finest leathers, a classic flavour and fine cultural craftsmanship that distinguish this fashionable brand.