Why are Sorel boots called Sorel?

Why are Sorel boots called Sorel?

“The Sorel line of winter sport/work boots, introduced in 1959, became its most successful product line.”1 The name Sorel was used to invoke images of ruggedness and cold protection as Sorel was a big WWII and post war-time shipbuilder and steel town.

How do you spell Sorel boots?

Sorel is a subsidiary of Columbia Sportswear based in Portland, Oregon that manufactures and distributes shoes.

Is Sorel a Canadian company?

The History of Sorel Footwear Sorel is the brain child of the Kaufman Rubber Company, although Sorel did not begin until the early 60’s the Kaufman Rubber Company was founded in 1907 by Jacob Ratz Kaufman in Berlin, Ontario which was later renamed Kitchener for political reasons.

Is Sorel a designer brand?

Sorel shoes are created by expert craftsmen and innovative designers who blend the best of functionality, heritage and style.