Commonn is an independent footwear and denim store based in the world renowned boot and shoe making town of Northampton. We aim to stock an interesting and varied range of classic, progressive and heritage led brands and of course - Northampton shoes.

Footwear brands carried in store and online include : Asics, Keep, Lakai, Onitsuka Tiger, Supra, Superga, Grenson, Nicholas Deakins, Maians, Swear, Northampton shoes brands Dr Martens, Jeffery West, and Tricker's and denim brands Levi's Vintage, Lee and Wrangler. Other footwear brands coming very soon include Clae, Huf, New Balance, B Store and Ben Sherman with more planned for the future. For more brand information please see below:

Asics Footwear
Asics have been developing sports shoes for over 50 years. Working closely with athletes they are always looking to innovate. One important development was Asics GEL cushioning which helped create some of the most comfortable shoes on the market. The Asics Sportstyle range adds fashion to the mix with great colourways that are equally at home on the track or the street.

Clae Footwear
Clae footwear is the creation of designer Sung Choi. The perfect hybrid of trainer and shoe Clae offer something a little bit different to you everyday sneaker. All Clae footwear is extremely well thought out and put together. Clae's collection of original silhouettes breathes new life into traditional footwear. Once you try Clae footwear you'll be hooked - DUE IN FW10.

Fila Footwear
Italian brand Fila was founded back in 1911 but really burst on to the scene in 1973 when it was endorsed by Tennis legend Bjorn Borg. Fila also became a wardrobe staple for those involved with the Football casuals movement in the 80's. A brand that has truly stood the test of time, rooted in sports heritage. The Iconic Fila F13 boot looks as good today as when you used try and get away with them as school shoes.

Huf Footwear
Pro-skater Keith Hufnagel opened his first Huf store in 2002 so he could find all the brands he liked in one store. Huf's reputation has grown rapidly and is now a global brand. The next venture is to launch Huf shoes which will sit perfectly alongside the apparel. Huf shoes are all skate based and have a very classic understated feel. First season of Huf shoes - DUE IN FW10

Keep Footwear
LA based Keep shoes are definitely something different. Keep shoes can be worn as unisex and there are not many other brands out there that you can compare them to. Keep shoes are distinctive and can normally be spotted by an interesting flash of check or stripe. Super comfortable, Keep shoes are true originality.

Lakai Footwear
Lakai Footwear was started in 1999 by pro-skaters Mike Carroll and Rick Howard with the simple tag line 'The shoes we skate'. Everything that Lakai does is based on their beliefs and doesn't follow the crowd. Rooted in skate, Lakai's classic silhouettes effortlessly cross over in to main stream fashion.

New Balance Footwear
New Balance footwear started in 1906 when a waiter named William J. Riley decided to build arch supports that relieved the pain suffered by people who spent all day working on their feet. He then went on to design custom made running shoes and this is where New Balance found it's market. New balance are still making high quality running shoes that have crossed over into fashion and also produce a Made In England range that comes out of their Flimby factory - DUE IN FW10

Onitsuka Tiger Footwear
Onitsuka Tiger dates back to 1949 and their founder Kihachiro Onitsuka. Originally created for Basketball, Onitsuka Tiger have developed over the years and have strong links to running and the Olympic games where their reputation for quality and innovation was made. To this day Onitsuka Tiger are very much at the forefront of fashion and performance.

Supra Footwear
US based Supra footwear is relatively new on the scene having only been founded in 2006. Popularity has grown fast though, with their roots firmly planted in skate a number of pro skaters wear signature Supra footwear. Also big on the music scene, continually innovating and adding new models, Supra footwear normally sells out when it hits down and fast.

Superga Footwear
Superga footwear dates back to 1925 where the classic 2750 shoe was created in Italy. A firm favourite for years Superga is now seen as the definitive plimsoll/tennis shoe/casual sneaker etc.etc. Simple, functional and classic in design Superga's are here to stay for many more years.

Veja Footwear
Veja are a brand that produce fair trade sneakers made from Brazilian produce. Very simple in design but high in quality, Veja are a very classy low profile plimsoll that stands above your normal casual shoe. Their original style the Veja Taua is shining example of this.

b Store Footwear
The b store label launched in 2001 solely as a shoe line - devised by co-owners Jose Neves, Matthew Murphy and Kirk Beattie - with its home in Mayfair's Conduit Street, London. B-store footwear is now available in a number of top stores and the brand continues to grow and diversify. B Store footwear - DUE IN FW10

Birkenstock Footwear
The story began in Germany when Johan Birkenstock was registered as a 'subject & shoemaker in 1774. Since then Birkenstock sandals have been a family run business dedicated to making contoured arch supported footwear, medically tested and built for comfort. Nearly 200 years on, their most famous sandal the Birkenstock Arizona was launched in 1973 and since has become the benchmark for good sandals.

Ben Sherman Footwear
The Ben Sherman brand has a heritage that's intertwined with music and fashion. From the early days on Carnaby Street through to the mods, skinheads and on to more modern day Britpop, Ben Sherman has always been a British Icon at the forefront. Ben Sherman footwear draws on this wealth of history to create timeless classics across boots and shoes that will stand the test of time. Ben Sherman shoes - DUE IN FW10

Grenson Footwear
Established in 1886 Grenson still produce shoes from their original factory in Northampton using the same classic techniques. Now with the more contemporary Rushden range in place Grenson continue to make the same high quality, Goodyear welted shoes but with a modern twist. Grenson's craftsmanship is always evident.

Maians Footwear
Maians pride themselves on being the original Spanish plimsoll that's still 100% made in Spain. All Shoes are made using high quality regional materials and natural rubber. Maians are very comfortable, very original, very cool and very Spanish. These shoes have become very sought after just by using natural processes, regional materials and by drawing inspiration from Barcelona's urban beach culture - very Maians.

Nicholas Deakins Footwear
Established in 1991 Nicholas Deakins are a brand with true English spirit. Originally a favourite in clubs and on terraces Nicholas Deakins remains true to it's heritage and still creates original and well manufactured footwear. Smart and casual, Nicholas Deakins footwear still retains it's own trademark individual style.

Red Wing Footwear
The history of Red Wing boots can be traced back to 1905 to the town of Red Wing, Minnesota. Still made in the US to this day, Red Wings Boots and shoes are highly respected for their durability and comfort. Used for work wear, safety and casual, their classic styles are timeless and with their tag line 'Built to fit, built to last' when you buy a pair of Red Wing's, they're with you for a long time.

Swear Footwear
Swear shoes are instantly reconisable in their style and look. Now known around the globe Swear shoes remain true to their original roots but always look to draw on new inspiration. Swear shoes are truly original and always sought after on the fashion and music scene. Continually changing, Swear shoes have some exciting times ahead.

Dr Martens Footwear - NN Northampton
When you think about Northampton shoes, Dr Martens is right up there. The famous Dr Martens Air Wair sole was introduced when Dr Klaus Maertens from Munich, Germany and the Griggs family from Northampton, England met in 1960, the rest is history. With some production or their classic vintage range still being produced in Northampton, Commonn is a very proud stockist of Dr Martens shoes and boots.

Jeffery West Footwear - NN Northampton
While Jeffery West is traditional in it's shoe making techniques some of the their quirky designs are anything but. Jeffery West make classic Northampton Shoes but with a very distinctive Jeffery West twist. Drawing inspiration from hell raisers and eccentric icons Jeffery West continues to create unique styles that are instantly regonisable. Commonn is very proud to stock made to order Jeffery West made in Northampton shoes.

Tricker's Footwear - NN Northampton
Tricker's was founded in 1829 by Joseph Tricker and the business has remained in the family for five generations. Some of the highest quality Northampton shoes that you're likely to find, Tricker's use the highest grade materials and craftsmanship. All shoes and boots are produced in their St Michael's Road factory in Northampton. All Tricker's shoes bear a royal stamp of approval and Commonn is very proud to stock this historic Northampton brand.

Levi's Vintage Denim
With over 130 years of history Levi's aren't short of heritage. Levi's Vintage denim uses all of this history to reproduce original fits with the highest quality selvedge denim from decades gone by. All denim used to start in rigid form and Levi's rigid is what the miners, cowboys, early film stars, rock stars etc. used to wear. Shrink to fit Levi's rigid denim is the ideal way to gain your own custom finish that's 100% unique to you. Quality never goes out of style.

Lee Denim
Lee jeans date back to 1889 so you can safely say they know their denim. With great quality and fits they live up to their tag line, 'Fits 'em all'. With their Lazy S back pocket detailing leather back patch Lee denim is now instantly recognisable and so is the quality that comes with it. Lee Jeans - The clothes you need for the life you lead.

Wrangler Denim
Self proclaimed denim for 'The original American hero, working cowboy'. Wrangler denim still bears all the hallmarks and heritage of the originals with Wrangler leather back patch and 'W' pocket stitching. Wrangler have also now updated their fits with a vast array ranging from slim to straight to carrot. Made for tough service.