Bummel Shoes

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Bummel Shoes In our factory in George we manufacture comfortable 100% leather footwear for him and her. Find our shops in George, Sedgefield and Rosebank, Joburg.

We also sell online and at markets such as Kamers and HuntEx. International shipping. www.bummel.co.za Interesting facts about Bummel Shoes

A stunning leather Bummel Shoe is contemporary, yet classic - a must-have in any wardrobe. Wear it casually with jeans or dressed up for a smarter look. Our shoes are stylish and full of character. An original Bummel shoe means quality, individuality, comfort and durability. Not mass-produced but made with love in South Africa. Each pair is handmade from handpicked African leather, making each shoe a unique one of a kind. Handmade with attention to detail - no shortcuts. Leather all the way. 80% of your foot sweat is absorbed by the insole. If that sole was synthetic, where does the sweat go? Synthetic causes sweaty, wet and smelly shoes. We love the fact that we use the most expensive veg tanned leather insole that is odourless and moulds into the shape of your foot. You can even wear your shoes without socks. No bad smell. Full grain leather uppers are used that are breathable and heat-regulating, repel water and are easy to clean. We can’t make a shoe with a pure leather upper and leather insole and then put plastic inside. That is why we pride ourselves in using leather lining to complete the perfect all-leather shoe. Flexibility. Imagine a shoe to fit your foot like a glove. This is what a full-leather shoe will become. It takes the shape of your foot and becomes your most comfortable wear. Find more information and all our shoes online at www.bummel.co.za

28/10/2026

𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲.

Tired of gifting things that end up in the back of the closet?

Whether celebrating a milestone, a birthday, or a special accomplishment, a pair of handcrafted leather shoes is a practical, thoughtful gift that lasts for years of daily wear.

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐠𝐢𝐟𝐭 𝐯𝐨𝐮𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐥𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐭.

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥-𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫.Real full-grain leather is made for the long haul. Applying leather conditioner keeps the f...
26/10/2026

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥-𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫.

Real full-grain leather is made for the long haul.

Applying leather conditioner keeps the fibers strong and resilient season after season.

When you’ve finally walked off the tread, our local resoling service gives them a fresh bottom unit without losing that perfectly molded, custom fit you’ve broken in.

🥾 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐬, 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭.

22/10/2026

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬.

As the weather starts shifting, your footwear should adapt effortlessly.

Natural full-grain leather acts as a natural insulator—keeping your feet cool on warmer afternoons and warm when the evening breeze rolls in.

𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭.When you step out in Bummel shoes, you support a broader local ecosystem. From locally sourced h...
20/10/2026

𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭.

When you step out in Bummel shoes, you support a broader local ecosystem.

From locally sourced hides to supporting our dedicated team of artisans in the Garden Route, every purchase keeps skills, employment, and manufacturing right here in South Africa.

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲!

𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭.𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐭?Mass-produced shoes often rely on thick foam padding that compresses ...
16/10/2026

𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭.

𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐭?

Mass-produced shoes often rely on thick foam padding that compresses and breaks down over time.

At Bummel, we rely on dense leather layers that slowly conform to your foot’s natural contours, creating personalised support that lasts for years, not weeks.

And then there’s our latex sole — adding another layer of comfort and cushioning while working together with the natural feel of the leather.

Real support is built from the ground up.

Quick Leather Care Tip: Storage Matters.Taking a break from a favourite pair? How you store them makes all the differenc...
14/10/2026

Quick Leather Care Tip: Storage Matters.

Taking a break from a favourite pair?

How you store them makes all the difference!

Avoid leaving genuine leather shoes in direct sunlight or sealed plastic bags.

Store them in a cool, ventilated area.

13/10/2026

🌸 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐁𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐥! 🌸

Step into spring with the Bummel Akina Collection — timeless design, genuine leather and everyday comfort.

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞, 𝐞𝐧𝐣𝐨𝐲 𝐮𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝟑𝟎% 𝐎𝐅𝐅 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐀𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐚 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐞𝐬, 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐬 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝟏,𝟓𝟕𝟓!

No synthetic touches your feet.

Just quality leather, built to last.

🛍️ Available online & in-store
📍 Factory Shop: 46 York Street, George
📞 063 164 9574

𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐁𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐬.

12/10/2026

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐄𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥.

Packing for an upcoming trip?

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐮𝐥𝐤𝐲 𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐫𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝.

A versatile, neutral-toned leather shoe handles long walking tours, airports, and evening dinners all in one go.

Plus, the breathable leather lining keeps your feet comfortable across changing temperatures and climates.

𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐫, 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐤 𝐟𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫.

Understanding Vegetable-Tanned Leather.Why do we insist on vegetable-tanned leather for our insoles?Unlike chrome-tanned...
09/10/2026

Understanding Vegetable-Tanned Leather.

Why do we insist on vegetable-tanned leather for our insoles?

Unlike chrome-tanned leathers, vegetable tanning uses natural tree bark and plant extracts. It takes longer to process, but the result is a rich, natural leather that reacts beautifully to body heat and moisture.

And here’s where it really matters for your feet.

Your feet can produce a surprising amount of moisture throughout the day, and ideally, around 80% of that sweat should be absorbed and held by the insole rather than sitting against your feet.

Vegetable-tanned leather is highly moisture-absorbent and can handle this naturally, helping create a more comfortable environment inside your shoes.

Pure materials. Naturally made for your feet.

𝐁𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧!Rowen and his wife Melissa are showing us how they do Bummel style in Durban!From a relaxed day out to...
07/10/2026

𝐁𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐃𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐚𝐧!

Rowen and his wife Melissa are showing us how they do Bummel style in Durban!

From a relaxed day out to exploring the city, their Bummels are made for comfort, character and everyday adventures.

Melissa is wearing her Zuri button shoes, while Rowen steps out in his Savanna Bummels.

We love seeing our shoes being worn, enjoyed and made part of everyday life — wherever the journey takes you.

𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮, 𝐑𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐚, 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐥 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐮𝐬! ❤️

Address

46 York Street/Cnr Of York And Laing St, Central
George
6529

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 13:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00

Telephone

+27825119647

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