By Sirena Kuo
Church’s marked the 50th anniversary of its iconic Shannon derby with an evening that felt as timeless as its craftsmanship. Held at The Twenty Two, an exclusive haven in London’s Grosvenor Square, the event blended heritage and modernity in a way that only Church’s could pull off. The Edwardian manor, now a sanctuary for those who appreciate the art of lingering, became the stage for a celebration rooted in the past but looking confidently to the future.
The crowd was a mix of familiar faces from entertainment, fashion, and business, each there to celebrate an enduring classic. Vinyl spun, drinks flowed, and a shoemaking demonstration brought Church’s rich history to life. For the guests, the evening was as much about the craft as it was about the people who wear these pieces with purpose.
To mark the occasion, Church’s launched the Shannon Re-Edition, a faithful revival of the original 1974 silhouette, complete with the iconic last 224, rendered in rich black and dalmarnock polish binder leather. Alongside the reissue, Church’s introduced its latest brand ambassador, the British actor Harry Lawtey, who embodies the versatility and understated elegance that Shannon has come to represent.
Lawtey joined a stellar lineup of talents—William Abadie, David Harewood, Jacob Fortune-Lloyd, Lucrezia Guidone, Alessio Lapice, Poppy Corby-Tuech, Ed Speleers, Cyrill Ibrahim, and Marcelino Sambé—all dressed to celebrate the timeless craftsmanship and forward-thinking ethos that define Church’s. This isn’t just a shoe; it’s a statement, an homage to fifty years of doing things right.
