Our story

At Commune Wear, we are huge believers of building the right commun(e)ity, and surrounding ourselves with positive energy. We would like to showcase the journey of the founders behind CW&Co Brands.  Jacey was born in Seoul, raised by designer and boutique owner parents. Growing up she was exposed to drawing and painting and excelled in writing, she thought about going into journalism but later went on to study interior Architecture.  One fun trip down to Bangkok in the hot summer of 2005 she stumbled upon a store in Siam that sold little faux leather clutches and was inspired to start...

What is a Bunion?  A bony bump that is caused by the base joint of the big toe developing sideways. This pushes the bones of the big toe towards the smaller toes. How to choose the right shoes when you have bunions.  1. Stretchy Material Buy shoes that are made from a stretchy material, such as leather or canvas, so that there is some room for your bunions.   Avoid tight or narrow toed shoes - this can be especially painful because they squeeze against the bunion. 2. Memory Foam Choose shoes that allow a wider fit, so that there is some...

BEHIND THE SCENE  The footwear industry largely relies heavily on machinery to churn out low-cost shoes which has taken a toll on our environment and the artisanal shoe-making community.  At Commune Wear, we decided early on to take the road less travelled; To bring shoes that are mindfully and skilfully crafted by artisans who have been doing so for generations. As each shoe is lovingly made by hand, what may seem like imperfections are little notes and nuances of human artistry. The craftsmen take great care to ensure each sole made is of greatest comfort. From the stitching to the...