Kaiger Fang, founder of Herman Shoeman, began his journey in shoemaking at the prestigious Cordwainers at London College of Fashion. After completing both his BA and MA in footwear, he continued refining his craft in Tokyo under traditional Japanese bespoke techniques. His approach combines academic precision, cultural depth, and an enduring reverence for hands-on craftsmanship.

So what, exactly, is Herman Shoeman?

Herman—drawn from the German for “army man”—speaks to disciplined construction and quiet resolve.

Shoeman, a term Kaiger coined, offers a modern, distinctive twist on “shoemaker,” its cadence echoing the Dutch surname Schoeman. Together, the two words form a name that embodies strength, individuality, and a fresh interpretation of bespoke shoemaking.