Dear Readers,Yet again, it is a day that not only am I swamped under with 10 trillion things to do, but I am also quite emotional (mainly frustrated), and
Archives for 2012
Saint Crispins In The Flesh!
Not too long ago The Armoury had a trunk show here in London with Saint Crispins as one of their attendees. As you know very well, I am quite a fan of them, so
My Trip To Aubercy Part 2: Bespoke/More MTO
The thing about Xavier was that he was probably the most passionate person I have ever met. We talked for over an hour and a half and it was so clear that his
J.M. Weston’s New Shop On Jermyn St.
For those that don't know, J.M. Weston is French. I feel that I must state this, as I, like many people at one point have thought that due to their Anglo-Saxon
Stamp Shoes….with GPS capabilities….
Dear All,So I am back from my quick trip to Paris, with lots of treats to share with all of you! So be on the lookout!! Until then, feast your eyes on these bad
Alfred Sargent Balmoral Boot
Dear Readers,This won't be too long as it's 6:45am, and I am about to leave for a short trip to Paris. While there I will snap some pictures of a shoemaker that
How to become shoe designer part 4 2
A rough draft of my collection - certain things will be changed...If you make it to the point in which you are ready to have your collection made but just need
How To Become A Shoe Designer � Part 4: The Manufacturing Side
A rough draft of my collection - certain things will be changed...If you make it to the point in which you are ready to have your collection made but just need
Scarpe Di Bianco – An MTO Process….
A few years back a company named Scarpe Di Bianco came on to the scene, blowing the socks off of anyone who appreciated nice footwear. I remember the first time
The Butcher of Savile Row……
In staying true to what I actually wear each day, I thought that I would give you an accurate account of my daily attire, of which includes a beautifully made
Carmina Greatness!!!!!!
The idea of the tassel on a loafer being in a contrast color is probably one of my favorite details in shoe design. The tassel, for me, is one of those things
Ed Et Al – Singaporean Shoemakers On The Rise
For a long time now, I have been hearing this name Ed Et Al, whether by chance or by blog readers writing me up to check them out. I figured that since I had
How To Become A Shoe Designer Part 3.2: Shoe Lasts
Finalized product will have metal eyelets.....my round last shown belowA shoe�s last is very important, for more reasons than one. Firstly, it makes up th
What I Am Wearing – Special Bored On Sunday Edition
Warning: I am about to go on a rant. For those not interested in my thoughts, refrain from continuing.So, it's Sunday (my only day off, EVER), it's the 3rd day
The Side View Of A Shoe – Is It Deceiving?
My whole (dress shoe) life I have been judging last shapes and never really knew it. Whenever I was going to get a new pair of shoes (when I was back in
Saint Crispins + The Armoury – London Trunk Show
Legendary clothier, The Armoury, is back in London Town on Sept. 28th-29th, bringing with them this time, the famed Viennese shoemaking firm Saint Crispin's. I
Pigskin Bestetti’s — Amazing As Always!!
What more is there to say??? Nothing that leaves Bestetti's factory seems to be short of spectacular. I guess what I can touch on that I don't believe I have
John Lobb x Paul Smith = Absolute Greatness!
I know that I have been on a roll with my 'How To Become A Shoe Designer' thread, but as many people may not want to become one, nor really care to read about
Hugs & Co. – The Affordable Driving Loafer
A few months back, a young Londoner emailed me introducing me to his new shoe company, Hugs & Co. He informed me that he had just graduated from University,
Shoes Of The Week – The Unknown Gems
Photo Courtesy of: Style ForumDear Readers,I am sorry to say that I am not going to be able to write much today. I have been quite swamped under these last days
Christian Kimber Footwear – Mark Your Calenders
I remember the first time that I ever got recognized as The Shoe Snob. It was a surreal moment (and definitely took me by surprise) as I did not really think of
More Japanese Greatness – Clematis
What makes a shoe particular? THE DETAILS! That being, what can you spot on this shoe that is ever so subtly different??? Well, let's take a look.....see how
How To Become A Shoe Designer Part 3.1: The Creative Side — Shoe Designing
Let me first start of by saying that I have no credentials in shoe design and/or company branding. The closest that I have to design skills was drawing
The Adelaide by Septieme Largeur
I have never bothered to research the following, but it just occurred to me how curious I am about the person that invented all of the pattern pieces to a shoe.