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Submission declined on 12 March 2026 by Bobby Cohn (talk). This draft reads like an advertisement. Wikipedia is an encyclopedia, not a platform for promotion or marketing. Drafts that are exclusively promotional may be deleted without notice. Wikipedia articles must be written neutrally in a formal, impersonal, and dispassionate way. They should not read like a blog post, advertisement, or fan page. Rewrite the draft to remove: promotional language: see Words to watch; personal commentary: opinions or direct addresses to the reader; informal language. Instead, only summarize in your own words a range of independent, reliable, published sources that discuss the subject. If you have a conflict of interest (e.g. you are the subject, an employee, or a relative) or are being paid to edit, you must disclose this to comply with Wikipedia's Terms of Use. This draft's references do not show that the subject meets Wikipedia's criteria for inclusion for organizations and companies. The draft requires multiple published secondary sources that: provide significant coverage: discuss the subject in detail, excluding routine coverage like product launches, staff appointments, or financial reports and listings in databases or listicles; are reliable: from reputable outlets with editorial oversight; are independent: not connected to the subject, such as press releases, the subject's own website, or sponsored content. Please add references that meet all three of these criteria. If none exist, the subject is not yet suitable for Wikipedia. Declined by Bobby Cohn 5 months ago.

• Comment: Sourced entirely to coverage of routine business announcements. Helpful Raccoon (talk) 02:50, 6 June 2026 (UTC)

• Comment: This draft is written from the viewpoint of the company, focusing on what the company says about itself. Corporate notability is based on what independent reliable sources have written about the subject.
  Not every business corporation is notable, and this draft does not establish corporate notability. You may ask for advice about corporate notability at the Teahouse.Thank you. Bobby Cohn 🍁 (talk) 13:31, 12 March 2026 (UTC)

LANX is a British footwear company founded by Marco Vaghetti in 2016, with its first collection launching in 2018. The brand produces casual and smart-casual footwear and names many of its products after places and people associated with Lancashire.^[1] The company is based in the village of Whalley in the Ribble Valley.

LANX sells its products through e-commerce, physical retail locations, and events across the United Kingdom.^[2]

LANX was founded in 2016 by Marco Vaghetti. The company launched its first footwear collection in May 2018. In its early years, products were sold through market stalls, pop-up shops, and regional events across the North West of England.^[3]

The company subsequently expanded its product range to include women's footwear^[4] and opened retail stores. LANX has also been involved in initiatives promoting regional footwear manufacturing, including a programme called "Made in Lancashire" aimed at increasing local production in the county.^[5]

LANX produces casual and smart-casual footwear. Its range includes outdoor footwear, boots, trainers, brogues, and smart-casual shoes. Many products are named after towns, villages, and historical figures associated with Lancashire.^[6] The brand uses leather and other materials, combining traditional shoemaking techniques with contemporary design.^[7]

LANX has partnered with several sports organisations. In 2025, the company became the official footwear partner for English rugby union club Harlequins FC.^[8] The company has also supplied formal footwear to the Welsh Rugby Union for both the men's and women's national teams.^[9] An earlier collaboration with Burnley FC produced a limited-edition shoe drawing on the club's history.^[10]

LANX has been covered by regional and trade publications. Lancashire Business View reported on the company's partnerships and noted the appointment of former England rugby international Will Greenwood as a brand ambassador in 2025.^[11] FashionNetwork reported on the launch of the women's footwear range in 2021.^[12] Regional outlets, including the Blackpool Gazette and Lancashire Post, have covered the company's retail expansion and sports partnerships.^[13] LANX has also received local press coverage for community activities, including charitable initiatives in Lancashire.^[14]

LANX is headquartered in Whalley, Ribble Valley. The company operates retail stores, a warehouse, and online sales, serving customers in the United Kingdom and internationally.^[15]

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