CAMPER

Camper's whole approach has always been about making shoes that are genuinely easy to wear, not just easy to look at. The brand's first 1975 shoe used recycled tire soles before sustainability became mainstream, and that practical material philosophy continues today across the full Camper collection.

A Fourth-Generation Family Shoemaker From Mallorca

Camper was founded in 1975 in Inca, Mallorca, by Lorenzo Fluxà, but the family's shoemaking roots go back even further, to his great-grandfather Antonio Fluxà, who introduced a mechanized approach to shoemaking on the island in 1877. The brand remains family owned nearly 150 years later, and that long, independent history is part of why Camper still feels distinct from mass-market fashion footwear, even as it has grown into a global name with stores across more than 40 countries.

A Distinctive Shape You Won't Mistake for Anything Else

Models like Norman and Don feature a slightly rounder toe than typical dress shoes, making Camper distinguishable in crowds through subtle design rather than flashiness. It's a shape that's stayed consistent across decades of Camper releases, which is part of why longtime fans can usually spot a Camper shoe before they see the logo.

Real Leather That's Built to Last

Most styles use full leather or nubuck uppers that improve with age instead of appearing worn, maintaining shape through years of regular wear. Styles such as Right Nina and Dana show that same material philosophy applied to more streamlined, everyday silhouettes.

Options for Trails and Everyday Walking Too

The Peu Path+ features tougher nubuck construction for rougher terrain, while Pelotas Soller blends sneaker comfort with structured dressier styling. Between the two, there's a Camper option whether you're headed somewhere unpaved or just want a shoe that looks more finished than a standard sneaker.

Sizing Tip

The rounder toe shape may feel different from standard oxfords initially, though most find their regular size works fine after a few wears. If you're between sizes or coming from a narrower dress shoe, it's worth trying on a pair from our men's footwear selection in person before committing to a size online.

A Few Things Worth Knowing

  • Leather and nubuck naturally develop character with wear as intended design

  • Sizing runs true despite the distinctive toe shape

  • Camper has been family owned since 1975, with shoemaking roots on Mallorca dating back to 1877

  • Free 2-3 day priority shipping applies across men's footwear collection

Related Collections: Men's Oxfords · Women's Oxfords · All Men's Footwear · Women's Footwear

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Camper a good shoe brand?
Yes. Camper has been family owned since 1975, with shoemaking roots on Mallorca dating back to 1877, and the brand has built a consistent reputation around genuinely comfortable, distinctively shaped shoes rather than following passing fashion trends. Shop the full range in our Camper collection.
Where is Camper from?
Camper is a Spanish brand, founded in 1975 in Inca, on the island of Mallorca, where the founding Fluxà family's shoemaking history goes back to 1877.
Is Camper an expensive brand?
Camper sits in the mid-to-premium range for casual and dress-casual footwear, generally priced for genuine leather construction and distinctive design rather than as a luxury label. Current pricing for each style is listed in our Camper collection.
Are Camper shoes true to size?
Camper's sizing generally runs true, though the brand's signature rounder toe shape can feel different from a standard oxford at first. Most shoppers find their usual size works well after a few wears as the leather breaks in.
Where are Camper shoes made?
Camper has deep manufacturing roots on the island of Mallorca, Spain, where the founding family's shoemaking history dates back to the 1870s, and the brand has since expanded production internationally as it's grown into a global name.