Hudson offer a selection of fashionable shoes and boots that look great even as they wear. The styles are considered fashion fit, slightly narrow on width so may not be suitable for everyone.
We have answered some of the more popular Hudson questions below but If you require any additional information, please contact us on 01622 752349 to speak to someone who knows the product you are interested in.
How do Hudson fit?
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Hudson shoes are an average width fitting, if a little on the narrower side. Their sizing lengthwise is true to size.
How would I look after my Hudson coloured suedes?
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We would recommend that you spray the style with Dasco Protector Spray, this will prevent stains and water marks. A suede brush would also help to brush off any surface dirt or dust.
How should I clean my Hudson leather shoes?
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We would recommend you use a good quality leather shoe cream rather than tin polish. We stock Dasco leather conditioner and it works really well, nourishing the leather to prolong the life of your shoe. If you are going to be storing your shoes for long periods of time it may also be worth buying a pair of Dasco wooden shoe trees. These will help to retain the original shape of the shoe and draw out any moisture.
What is raffia?
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Raffia is a textile produced using palm trees fund in Madagasca. It adds a rustic feel to shoes.
What is flax?
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Flax is a fiber which is stronger than cotton but less elastic.
What is a moccasin?
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A moccasin is a soft leather shoe that is stitched like a bag around the foot, the style is easily recognisable as it has a stitched lip around the top of the shoe. The style is popular as it is comfortable and deep fitting.
Are Hudson moccasins hand sewn?
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Hudson value the use of manual production techniques and do hand sew their moccassin styles.
What is Hudson's washed range?
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The Hudson washed range consists of shoes which have actually been washed before use. This process give the leather a vintage and already worn feel, The range is unique and the finish differs from pair to pair. Hudson say "If these shoes could talk, they would have a few tales to tell"
What is Hudson's dip dyed range?
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Shoes are dipped into the dye by hand. The Dip Dyed process is used by Hudson to give their shoes a unique and individual character. Dip Dying is a manual process and so the finish differs from pair to pair. Hudson are famous for innovative treatmens for their leathers to give a unique finish.
What is a brogue?
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Brogue shoes are famous for their perforated patterned leather pieces. Brogues were originally designed to be worn in the country while taking part in outdoor pursuits but are now considered a great everyday shoe. You can get both formal and casual brogues. Type of Brogues inclue Oxford toe cap and Wing Tips.
What is a chukka?
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A Chukka is an ankle boot usually with just three sets of eyelets. They are sometimes refererred to as Bucks.
When were Hudson established?
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Hudson was established in 1990
When were Hudson Women's shoes introduced?
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Hudson introduced their women's range of shoes in 2008.
What is H by Hudson?
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H by Hudson is their main range of shoes, there is a H Mens range and H Womens.
What is Hudson purified?
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The Huson Purified range is their main line collection inspired by post war writers such as Kerouac, the styles have famous literary quotes inscribed on the soles. Hudson Purified is going from strength to strength offering affordable, forward thinking footwear made from luxury leathers and suedes.
Hudson Home
The Golden Boot was founded in Maidstone in 1790 and has been serving the people of Kent for over 200 years. Today, seven generations on, it’s still in the hands of the same family and run by father and son team Lawrence Martin, Chairman and Edward Martin, Managing Director. 
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