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Celebrating 10 Years of the Bradley
Born in Los Angeles in 2016, the Bradley quietly redefined what a minimalist sneaker could be. Designed not as a trend-driven statement, but as a timeless everyday essential, it has become one of CLAE’s most iconic silhouettes over the past decade.
To celebrate its 10th anniversary, CLAE partners with COMUNITYmade for a special made in Los Angeles edition.
LIMITED EDITION
Where craft meets community
Over the past decade, the best-selling Bradley has come to symbolize CLAE's commitment to quiet design and thoughtful craftsmanship. This commitment continues with a new special edition Bradley, handcrafted in Los Angeles by COMUNITYmade.
COMUNITYmade, based in Los Angeles, believes sneakers can drive community and positive change. Handcrafted in California in small batches by fairly paid local artisans, each pair reflects a commitment to quality, ethical transparency, and purposeful design. By putting community before profit in an industry focused on speed and volume, the brand embodies a quiet revolution in footwear.
"Just like CLAE, we share a commitment to reimagining classic silhouettes through innovative construction, this partnership reinforces a mutual dedication to creating premium footwear through sustainable manufacturing processes."
- Sean Scott, Co-Founder & CEO of COMUNITYmade
The Bradley X Limited Edition
The Bradley X reflects the evolution of a silhouette that has come to define CLAE’s approach to minimalist design.
Crafted from natural vegetable-tanned leather in an earthy tone, the sneaker features refined detailing including a debossed “CLAE EST. 2001 HANDCRAFTED IN LOS ANGELES” mark on the lateral heel. Sustainability remains central, with recycled laces and CLAE’s Standard Premium (SP) outsole made with 30% natural rubber.
“This partnership celebrates our Los Angeles roots and 25 years of thoughtful craftsmanship. Collaborating with COMUNITYmade allows us to honor the Bradley’s 10th anniversary while reinforcing our shared vision as two independent brands dedicated to high-quality footwear.”
- Sung Choi, Co-founder & Creative Director of CLAE.
More than a collaboration, the Bradley X represents a creative vision between two brands shaping the future of responsible design in Los Angeles.
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