ABOUT

CLAFLIN, THAYER & CO. is an Oakland, CA. outerwear and leather goods company founded by Liz Thayer in 2009. Liz brings over 15 years of design experience in footwear, outerwear, and accessories along with a passion for crafting handmade products that blend quality materials, timeless design, and meaningful storytelling.

In 1830, AARON CLAFLIN & CO. was founded as a boot and shoe manufacturer in New York City. By the late 1800's, Liz's great-grandfather, Edward Claflin Thayer, was managing the family company, then known as CLAFLIN, THAYER & CO.  The business ran in downtown Manhattan until the 1930's, at which time it closed after almost 100 years of business. Various documents and memorabilia remain, including the original storefront sign that Liz proudly displays in her shop.