Our Story

We’re everyday people who believe in something lasting.

It was one simple idea that started it all. A single belt, cut by hand in a bedroom, began what we’d one day call Clayton & Crume. And stitched into that first belt were all the values we live by today.

Raised in the heart of bourbon country, our founders Clay and Tyler learned early on that the finest things in life are honest, storied, and enduring. That to forge something with true, lasting character — you’ll probably need to use your own two hands. So, from the very beginning, we’ve finished our products by hand and stood by them. If something isn’t right, our team will make it right.

But it’s not just a dedication to integrity that makes our leather goods great. It’s time. Time our Makers spend iterating, polishing, perfecting — every single day. And since we only use the finest full-grain leather, it’s time that will tell the true character of your purchase.

We’ve always been proud of our Kentucky home. It’s taught us everything we know. And like a barrel of the finest Kentucky bourbon, we hope you’ll find your Clayton & Crume goods only get better with time.

Our Values

Tradition

We’re here to make heirloom-quality leather goods that last a lifetime. We believe in timeless designs and durable construction. We find inspiration in a heritage of craftsmanship, and we’re dedicated to making something exceptional, by hand, every day — just like those who came before us.

Community

We believe in the power of people. We surround ourselves with folks who believe in what they create, in a city we're proud to call home. And we’re dedicated to the people we call our neighbors. From on-site leather workshops to weddings and local events, we’re always thinking local.

Innovation

We have a relentless desire to find new and improved solutions for the existing products in all of our lives. With every stitch and every buckle, we strive to add quality, beauty, functionality, and longevity to the things you bring with you everywhere. It’s a constant, rewarding challenge. And we wouldn’t change it for the world.

Our History

Early Days

2012 - 2016

It was one simple idea that started it all. A single belt, cut by hand in a bedroom, began what we’d one day call Clayton & Crume. And stitched into that first belt were all the values we live by today.

Growing the Brand

2016 - 2019

We continued to develop new products that fulfill needs that we found in our own lives - products that enhance our quality of life while giving us a sense of pride in what we create and carry each and every day. As we grew, so did the need for more space. We officailly opened the doors to our Flagship retail store in November of 2019.

Today

2019 - 2023

We opened a bar in our Flagship store, complete with fine Kentucky bourbon and handcrafted cocktails. We officially opened the doors to our second retail location on the historic King Street in Charleston, South Carolina.