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INSIDE FCTRY LAB - WE BUILD DIFFERENT
FCTRY LAb is an end-to-end footwear studio that turns bold ideas into real, wearable shoes. Fashion models, pro athletes, indie founders and global brands all work with our LA team to take concepts from sketch to shelf under one roof.
3D designs go straight to fabric for fast sampling and precise paneling. Every sample is then hand-built and refined, pairing old-world craft with new-school speed. Lasts are modeled, graded and wear-tested for fit across every size, and every shoe passes lab and real-world testing before it ships.
Founder Omar Bailey spent two decades designing sneakers for the industry's biggest names. With FCTRY LAb, he flips the script, giving athletes and artists the tools to sketch, prototype and release their own pairs. The goal: open up sneaker creation, one pair at a time.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
01.
Does the OB-1 run true to size?
Yes. The OB-1 runs true to size, so order your usual.
02.
What materials is the OB-1 made of?
The OB-1 Low Black AF features premium materials with an elephant embossed leather toe as a signature detail. The OB-1 High Brown is crafted with a premium leather upper, a foam midsole, and a rubber outsole. Both are designed for durable everyday wear with a supportive fit and grippy traction.
03.
What is the story behind the OB-1?
The OB-1 traces back to Omar Bailey's origin story as a designer. After spending years designing for artists and athletes like Jay Z, Lady Gaga, Karim Benzema, and Jalen Ramsey, Omar decided to build a shoe for himself. The first version sold out. Last year the OB-1 debuted publicly and sold out before year end. Drop 06 is your chance to get in.
04.
Is the OB-1 designed by Omar Bailey?
Yes. The OB-1 is Omar Bailey's signature sneaker. The initials OB in the name are his, and the shoe is a direct expression of his personal design point of view built after two decades of designing for other artists and athletes.

