Why Are Our Shoes Special?
At Late For Dinner, our shoes are more than just high-quality, comfortable, and practical footwear—they embody a deep commitment to craftsmanship, sustainability, and the cherished relationships that make our brand unique.
Handcrafted and hand-stitched in a family-run factory located in our older family hometown in the interior north of Portugal, our shoes reflect a tradition rooted in our best memories and the place where our children are creating new ones.
Crafted with Care and Conscience
We work closely with all our suppliers and partners, taking great care in maintaining these close relationships. Being strong believers in the concept of slow living, we aim to promote slow fashion by crafting shoes designed to last.
Our production is conscientiously controlled to minimize waste, ensuring that each pair is made with intention and respect for the environment. When you choose Late For Dinner, you’re embracing responsible shopping—supporting a brand that values quality, sustainability, and long-lasting products.
And when your Late For Dinner shoes eventually show signs of wear, they can be repaired at our partner factory, allowing you to hold onto them for years to come.
Natural Materials, Unique Personality
Our shoes are crafted from mostly natural components, including jute soles, cork, cotton fabric, and leather sourced as a by- product of the food sector.
Each pair is meticulously hand-stitched, ensuring durability and a unique, artisanal touch. These materials give our shoes a natural, earthy quality that sets them apart.
As a result of their handmade nature and natural materials, each pair may present slight irregularities what we like to call “imperfect perfection”—that give them a unique personality.
Timeless Design, Inside and Out
Our shoes are designed with a clean, elegant aesthetic.
We believe that quality craftsmanship speaks for itself, so our shoes feature branding only on the inside, with no external logos to disrupt their minimalist design.
This ensures that our footwear complements any outfit while allowing your personal style to shine.
Versatile and Durable
Whether you’re at the beach, in the countryside, or exploring the city, our shoes are versatile enough to fit any setting.
Built to last, they offer practical style and reliable performance, all while embodying the warmth and dedication of the community that creates them.
Meet Rita & Bruno,
the Heart and Soul of
Late For Dinner
Founders Rita and Bruno are both Portuguese and share a profound love for exploring the world. Having traveled independently and extensively, they sought out destinations where people live closer to the essence of life and its roots.
After many adventures, they consciously chose to return to Portugal and now live near the ocean, immersed in nature and its elements. Driven by their shared values of slow living, personal connection, and responsible shopping, Rita and Bruno ensure that every pair of shoes is crafted with care, embodying their love for their heritage and their vision for a more thoughtful approach to fashion.