Purpose: More Than Just a Pair of Boots

At Van Velze & Smith, purpose sits at the heart of everything we make. A purposeful product isn’t meant to stay perfect, it is meant to weather, adapt, and carry the marks of your journey. Each...

From Pitch to Startup: Lessons Rugby Taught Me About Business

I never grew up dreaming of owning a business , I dreamt of playing rugby. After 17 years on the pitch, I found the same lessons shaping Van Velze & Smith: consistency beats intensity, teamwork...

How to Travel Well: Boots, Bags, and the Miles Between

Travel tests everything. The wrong boots or bags make the miles heavier; the right ones make the journey lighter. Strong leather that adapts to your stride. Simple bags that carry more than weight ...