The Hotter Company was set up in 1959 and had large success as a catalogue company diversifying online and in stores. The company was started by the parents of Stewart Houlgrave, who is now famous for the introduction of the comfort concept which is vital to each shoe and remains a family business even now, with a focus on meticulous design and quality. Enjoy Britain's favorite comfort shoes. With Comfort Concept ® features in every shoe - lightweight, flexible soles filled with millions of air bubbles, super soft, breathable leather uppers and varying width fittings - you can be sure of the most comfortable shoes you'll ever wear.We're proud to be Britain's largest shoe maker.