This time we are going to dive into a little history with HUNTSMAN, one of the oldest firm on the Row that was established back in 1849. They are suit makers,
Archives for 2016
World Politics – Brexit
As a shoe blog, I probably should not really talk about taboo subjects like politics but as the idea of Brexit will most likely have a direct impact not only on
Ramon Cuberta Swan Neck Oxford – True Beauty!
There are not too many saddle oxfords out there, but an even more underrepresented oxford is the swan neck oxford, which for me is among the most elegant of
How To Create The Perfect Polish Cloth – Video
Ever since doing my 'How to Polish Your Shoes Properly' video, I have had numerous people ask me how to wrap the cloth around my finger the way that I
Savile Row Style Part 2 – Stowers
On our Savile Row Style Part 2 I am going to introduce to you STOWERS BESPOKE. Stowers is a part of the so called "new generation" of bespoke tailors that
Norman Vilalta Colored Grain Loafers
The first time I saw these colored grain loafers, I knew that they were going to be successful and the fact that Norman Vilalta was presenting them at Pitti
Pitti Peacocks Video – By Aaron Christian
The Life Of Pitti Peacocks - Pitti Uomo Mockumentary from Aaron Christian on Vimeo. I have always had a love/hate relationship with what goes on at the
Septieme Largeur – New Shop in Paris & Summer Sale Begins
Septieme Largeur is back at it again with a 3rd shop opening in Paris and it only seems to be the beginning of their worldwide expansion as I have heard of
Savile Row Style Part 1 – Drakes
Since it is a DEDICATED TO SHOES blog I am mostly going to accent that, but what I thought could be potentially interesting for the reader is a little dash of
Alexander Nurulaeff of Dandy Shoe Care – Interview
In an effort to get the blog back to its roots of truly feeding the readers the knowledge that they are yearning for, I had the idea to get back into doing
Shoe Patterns by Atelier Kobayashi (Tokyo)
Out of all of the stages of shoemaking, I always found pattern making to be the most interesting and fascinating. Now don't get me wrong, while I personally
Father’s Day Deals from The Shoe Snob
Happy Wednesday everyone! It’s crazy to think that we are in early June� where has this year gone to? It’s also the time of year to celebrate your Fathe
The Shoe Snob Team is Growing
A few months ago we asked for donations to help support the growth of The Shoe Snob by attempting to find someone that could replace many of my duties. While we
Barbanera ‘Once upon a time in Italia’ collection – Sneak Peek
Barbanera has a new collection soon coming out titled 'Once Upon A Time In Italia.' While I won't divulge too much on what that means as the official launch of
New Japanese Brand Set to Stun! – Floriwonne by FG Trente
Floriwonne by FG Trente is yet another brand that I have found on Instragram courtesy of Bespoke-Makers account. I can't say that I am quite sure if
Cool Shoes From Instagram
Leffot Launches Chicago Shop This A/W
It is always nice to see good businesses expanding and it appears that one of the pioneers of multi-brand shoe shops of the upper calibre, Leffot, has finally
Meccariello Madness Part 2
What I love about shoe design in the classic realm of footwear, is when someone really pushes the boundaries and does something completely unique but does so in
J.FitzPatrick – 3 for 2 Driving Loafers, New Sebastien, Re-Stock and Jodhpur Pre-Sale
There is a lot going on for the J.FitzPatrick Footwear brand this Spring/Summer 2016 season, hopefully much of which many of you will appreciate. Allow me to
The Shoe’s Beginning – Ivan Crivellaro
It's quite interesting to see how the patina of an Ivan Crivellaro shoe will take form, especially on the ones that have so many pieces of leather to
Gaziano & Girling Ladies Collection
Ladies, beware, the best shoes that I have seen made for you but in classic men's styles have now hit the streets, courtesy of Gaziano & Girling.
Summertime Shoes by Awl & Sundry
It has been awhile since I have written about Awl & Sundry (you can see my review of them HERE) and it would appear that a lot has changed since
Septieme Largeur Patina Driving Loafers
While not being the originators of patina, for me Septieme Largeur are the ones keeping it relevant by always doing new things with it from giving patina to
J.FitzPatrick Jodhpur Boot (Genesee) Pre-Sale – Choice of Sole
The Genesee jodhpur boot has been in the repertoire of samples since day one but never released until now. I don't know why really but I always thought that I