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The sixties are often credited as an important era for fashion, music and political movements, as the decade saw an evolution of youth culture and the emergence of influential subcultures.

As a generation of young adults came of age at time so far ruled by conservatism, materialism and social norms, groups began to break away in the late 1950s and early 1960s to challenge class systems, mainstream political views and gender roles. A wider sense of freedom and international influences meant that jazz clubs, dance clubs and coffee shops became the new normal social hangouts.

If you’re familiar with our history, you’ll know that our heritage is integral to us at G.H. Bass & Co. and continues to drive our design and innovation vision. From the very earliest days in 1876 to today, we have been producing quality, hard-service footwear that stands the test of time.

We’ve answered some of the burning questions around the Penny Loafer to provide you with a one stop shop of our history.

With spring just around the corner, we're saying hello to the new season with our new collection of statement Weejuns, transitional styles and casual staples.

Here at G.H. Bass & Co., we love to celebrate the heritage and craftsmanship of fellow long-standing brands in fashion and footwear, which is why we’re thrilled to announce our collaboration with the iconic fashion brand Fred Perry.

The collaboration was a natural meeting of minds, and an opportunity to explore our shared history in fashion and subcultures.

The Northern Soul movement emerged in the late sixties and early seventies as a subculture of Mod culture. Young people in the north of England and other parts of the South, which was by now fuelled by psychedelia and disco, were keen to rediscover places they could dance to black soul and Motown music, and so flocked to clubs in Manchester, Wigan, Blackpool and Stoke-on-Trent.

Tis the season to give, to receive and otherwise treat yourself in the spirit of glad tidings and festivity!

So, whether you’re compiling your own Christmas wishlist, looking to find the perfect gift or add a statement to your Christmas party or New Year’s Eve outfit,

Here’s our definitive 2019 holiday season footwear edit.

We are firm believers of suede as a wardrobe staple, no matter the season. Yet, with the unpredictable nature of the British elements, stepping out can be a risky endeavour if you don’t know how to look after it.

At G.H. Bass & Co., suede has been a fundamental material for so many of our iconic loafers over the years, so it’s only fitting that we share our best tips on how to keep yours looking tip top.

We’ve put together a short guide on suede care and how to keep your shoes clean.

When it comes to footwear, there can be some pretty strict rules in fashion. Can you wear brown leather to a formal event?

Should you match your belt leather to your shoes? Are white socks with loafers or slip-ons a complete no-no?