Bench shoes

Bench is a British-born brand that originated in 1989 in Manchester, England. It quickly became a staple of the urban streetwear scene, influenced by skateboarding and BMX culture. Originally a small t-shirt line, it expanded into a full range of apparel and accessories, eventually including its popular footwear line.

While the brand was founded in the UK, its production has shifted globally. Like many lifestyle apparel brands, Bench shoes are primarily manufactured in various countries across Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe to leverage specialized manufacturing hubs. The brand's ownership has transitioned through several hands following financial restructuring in the late 2010s, and it is currently managed and owned globally via investment groups specializing in brand revitalization and global licensing.