Crosby - Scottish brand, manufacturer of quality shoes for the whole family, a company with a worldwide reputation. It is quite recognizable, in demand from buyers and occupies a leading position in its segment.
Brand history
Even before the appearance of the brand, the Scottish family Crosby was engaged in leather craft, making horse harness and shoes for family members.
The history of the brand originates in the XIX century, when a small family business was focused on the development and production of footwear for hunting and sports. Translated from English, Crosby means “walk fast.” These were models designed for active use.
Over time, they became popular far beyond Scotland. The gradual development of family business has allowed to expand production and enter the international market. In many ways, the company's success was due to the development of athletics and sports.
In connection with the development of competing firms and not very skillful leadership of the brand, its popularity began to weaken. However, with the advent of new designer Jason Mark Harris, the company gained a second wind. She was bought by the famous American corporation Analpa. Inc., which not only returned her fame, but also secured a leading position in its segment.
Characteristics and advantages of footwear
Accents of each model of Scottish brand shoes are functionality and high level of execution. It is made of high-quality natural and artificial materials that meet hygienic requirements and international standards.
Products are made of pleasant to the body and "breathing" components, which provide the feet with a favorable microclimate, allow air to pass through and give off excess moisture.
A feature of the company's product range is the combination of high quality, modern technology and bright unique design in the production of each model. This is a formula for success and attracts potential buyers, as well as loyal fans of the brand.
Thanks to innovative technologies, the shoes are functional and premium class.
Each product is characterized by convenience and comfort while wearing. It does not rub feet, has enough freedom for fingers, excluding their deformation. In addition, the footwear has a shock-absorbing sole providing reliable coupling with any type of a surface. This allows maximum loads during movements and freedom without restriction.
All shoes are lightweight, the legs in it do not get tired for a long time.
Products are designed for a wide size range, allowing you to find the most accurate size when buying. The company offers products for different seasons of the year, presenting customers stylish new items in each new collection.
Thanks to the affordable price and different directions provided for men, women and children, everyone can join the world of quality shoes from Crosby. These factors increase the circle of buyers and firmly consolidate the position of the brand in the world market.
Technologies and materials
In product development, the company uses the following technologies:
- Air Flow is a special breathable mesh that promotes good air exchange and allows the feet to always remain dry, even under intense loads. Due to the elastic characteristics of the material, the shoes are comfortable to use, do not hinder movement, eliminates discomfort.
- Polymeric sole - providing ease of footwear and high level of coupling with a surface.This technology allows you to evenly distribute the load on the foot, to eliminate slipping during movement.
- Wear Protection - reinforcement of shoes in the toes, which protects the toes from unexpected shocks and prolongs the life of the product, making it resistant to abrasion.
- Functional lacing - insert from a special strong material with especially durable grommets. This technology is responsible for the reliability of the pinching system and allows you to firmly fix the product along the leg.
- Gel capsule - a system whose function is maximum depreciation during movement. Located in the heel part of the sole, it helps to soften the blow during movements.
- Zero + is an innovative technology, due to which the weight of the products can be minimal, without compromising the quality and functional characteristics of the model.
In product development, the company uses natural leather, nubuck, suede, waterproof textiles, which allows to increase the resistance of products to the negative effects of external factors (moisture, abrasion). The company's footwear is resistant to any weather conditions and climatic backgrounds.
Design
The design decision of each product takes into account not only modern fashion trends. It is thought out to the smallest detail and does not contain elements that can harm the wearer when wearing.
In models there are no elaborate applications, massive decor, rhinestones and sparkling crystals.
The accent of each product is the texture of the material, its premium grade, as well as the soft contrast of the base and the finish. In general, shoes can be called aristocratic classics, designed for connoisseurs of high-quality and stylish shoes. Design solution based on soft contrasting combinations of two, three or four shades, looks harmonious and allows you to combine shoes with different clothes.
Most of the color palette of models made in soft muted colors. Even in bright models there are no acidic, poisonous notes, so each product looks noble and expensive.
Collections
The company operates in a wide range, releasing shoes in three directions: Casual, Sport and Trekking. Each direction is distinguished by a high level of performance, it is done conscientiously and takes into account different degrees of load, providing the owner with convenience, reliability and comfort.
The sports line is a classic collection designed for different occasions. They are highly practical, have high breathability and are suitable for adherents of an active lifestyle. This line is developed for playing sports at a professional level, as well as running loads and exercises in the gym.
Outdoor is a trekking shoe perfectly suited for traveling contingent. It does not get wet in bad weather, is a reliable component of the ensemble for flights, trips and travels. The line includes products for outdoor activities, low styles for short walks, and running shoes for running on stony and uneven surfaces.
The Casual collection is a casual shoe for sports lovers. It has a lot of products for all seasons. Due to the anatomical sole, the load is distributed evenly, which helps reduce pressure on the spine and knees.
Products for men
Shoes for men are represented by a wide range of models from 40 to 45 sizes. These are sneakers, sneakers, slates and boots, made mostly in dark colors. Despite the dark colors, the products look bright and stylish. This is due to the masterful combination of different contrasting tones, one-color materials and elements with a print in one product.
The product can be made of suede, have leather amplifiers, mesh inserts, embroidered elements and plastic decor.
In addition, each model has a contrasting lacing, which adds brightness to it.
The main part is performed in gray, black, brown and dark blue shades.The sole can be white, black, beige, with contrasting stripes, gray accents and a design pattern.
Sandals have a practical inside of gray and beige color and a clear fixation in three places. They fasten at the back (on the heel), in the front and in volume. Such a constructive technique allows you to fix the leg as tightly and accurately as possible, eliminating its slipping and excessive freedom that violates movement.
The manufacturer offers various design options for men's shoes, including using metal fittings to strengthen the fasteners of structural elements. In addition to the usual, models can have elastic laces. This adds convenience to products when putting on or taking off.
Due to the soft back in the upper part, it is convenient to wear sneakers, and this feature allows to exclude the appearance of corns.
The styles for the cold season have a higher leg length (up to 18 cm) and a deep relief of the sole. They have a fur lining, contributing to the preservation of heat and the removal of excess moisture. Unlike summer styles, such models often have a wide low heel on three-quarters of the sole.
It is stable in bad weather and does not slide on icy and wet surfaces.
Collections for women
The women's line includes a rich assortment designed for sizes from 36 to 41 sizes. In addition to sports products, including low shoes, sneakers, sneakers, sneakers and high boots, it includes more elegant models: slip-ons, sandals, shoes, ballet flats, espadrilles and moccasins.
Summer products of the company are made mainly in bright colors. In addition to the classic shades (white, light gray and beige), many products of this season are presented in dark blue, scarlet, coral and orange tones. This season, bright floral prints have been added to the palette. The company does not change its principles of work, using technology to protect the legs when walking, even in feminine models.
For example, in each model there is a reinforcement of the heel or toe. In ballet shoes reinforced heel provides reliable fixation of the foot in the correct position. The form of a hygienic insole contributes to the correct formulation of the foot, which is the prevention of flatfoot and eliminates the risk of its occurrence.
The sole of summer shoes has an optimal thickness (from 1 cm). A feature of the models is the lack of high and medium heels. These are products for comfortable walking and long stays in shoes.
The sole of each model has a different tread.
Materials for the summer line are suede, natural composite leather, textiles. One of the most delicate products of the female range are perforated leather ballet shoes. They can have openings or toe caps, a sole in a contrasting shade, and a hygienic leather insole.
The only decorative element of such products is a small leather lace bow located in the front.
Laconic models of natural textiles, made in the style of minimalism, designers decorate with contrasting trim the inside. If the base has a pattern, the inside is executed in the same tone, overlapping with the background of the pattern.
Sports shoes are a bit like ballet flats, however, their design is somewhat more complicated. It includes a composition of a thickened sole with a pattern on the side edges, a perforated top, leather inserts on the heel and along the entire pad at the bottom.
For the convenience of fixing products manufacturer has provided a wide strap with velcro. Some models have cutouts on the sides, providing additional air flow to the legs. Closed strict styles have a low wedge.
Moccasins and brand loafers are designed for those who love shoes without heels and active movement. Often, designers of the company decorate them with contrasting inserts, wide leather edgings on top of products, finishing lines to match contrasting inserts, and perforation elements.
Products for the cold season (dutik and high boots) are insulated with natural and artificial fur. They reliably warm the feet from cold and penetrating wind, and also have the optimum thickness of the sole and protector, eliminating the slip on the icy surface in the ice.
Children's shoes
Rulers for children include models for different seasons from 25 to 38 sizes. The range consists of shoes for different purposes: these are sandals, ballet flats, sneakers, sneakers, closed shoes, shoes, slipons, quilted boots and espadrilles.
A characteristic feature of the children's collection is a bright and colorful palette. In addition to monochromatic models, the line draws attention with colorful prints and unusual coloring of the material. These are matte leather textures, the effect of metal, gold, silver, stylized serpentine print, flower arrangements, geometric patterns, classic stripes.
The decor elements are securely fixed with finishing lines. Often, even sports shoes (sneakers and sneakers) are decorated with finishing lacquer edges, butterflies, plain inserts, thin and wide striped laces, as well as embroidery and rubber elements. On the sides, usually the manufacturer has a logo. Some models are decorated with a sole with a print and even drawings from animated films located on the sides of the shoes.
This adds a rating to the models and makes them popular among young buyers.
Light styles for children can have both an open heel and a sock, while at the same time being fixed on the leg with the help of wide straps with adhesive tape. Sneakers differ in brightness of a composition and a combination to five different paints. They can be fastened with Velcro or zippers on the sides, as well as laces. The shape and depth of the tread depends on the purpose of the shoe. In the walking and graceful styles, it is smoothed, in the products for training, sports activities the tread pattern is deeper and more prominent.
Reviews
Brand products receive a lot of positive feedback. Fans of the brand note the high strength and practicality of products from Crosby. A lot of attention is paid in the comments to the comfort and convenience of the brand's shoes, which is important for every customer.
This is really high-quality shoes, which are tested by time and many buyers. It does not fail, helps to achieve good sports results during training and is popular not only with adults, but also with children. The models are suitable not only for athletes, but also for those who have back problems. Brand products do not disturb the posture, leaving the gait natural and beautiful.