If you have missed the previous posts and wish to catch up, please CLICK HERE Being in England was surreal. I still remember the emotions I was feeling while
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Pet Peeves In The Shoe Industry Part 6 – Men Who Can’t Fathom Taking a Different Size
Pictures of random beautiful shoes that have nothing to do with the post It's been a little over a month since I have kept up with my rant on what bothers me
Best Shoe Instagram Account – Crockett & Jones
Most Instagram�accounts are simply a makeshift attempt at uploading random photos, quite hardly ever with a theme used to present the account. But Crocket
The Shoe Snob Spring Cleaning – My Shoes For Sale!!!
As many of you know, I moved to NYC last June and in doing so had to get rid of a lot of stuff as not to hoard my way over to the States. Shipping
World Championships in Shoemaking The Competition’s Shoe Entries Part 2
***All words by Jesper of Shoegazing Blog, who was my co-host to the London Super Trunk and the World Bespoke Shoemaking Competition*** This is part two of the
Francis Waplinger – The American Bespoke Shoemaker
While having no real proof of this next statement, I can confidently say that now more than ever is a time for aspiring shoemakers. And I believe that global
My Story — The 5 Year Plan — The Year of Transition — Part 2: Back to Italy
I flew back to Italy knowing my fate with Stefano. No shoes sold meant no placement for me. I could feel it, especially as it was obvious that Stefano’s
The Shoe Snob Hits Texas – Trunk Shows at Knot Standard
With our impending US launch in NYC of a showroom and stock set to be ready in June, we are beginning our US expansion with trunk shows in Texas,
World Championships in Shoemaking — The Competition’s Shoe Entries Part 1.
Post written by Jesper of Shoegazing Blog 30 black oxfords, made by shoemakers from all over the world. Here's a substantial review of all the competition
NYC Sample Sale – Drakes/The Armoury
Sharing is caring so thought that I would share with all of you what I found on Permanent Style Instagram story feed as there is nothing better than a
J.FitzPatrick Sneaker Collection Pre-Order Now Live!!!
It’s been a long time coming, but the day has finally arrived for us to show our new sneaker line to the world. After working for a year and a half on the
What’s In Your Shoe Closet vs. What Should Be In Your Shoe Closet?
For those of you who are just getting into dress shoes a question that you may ask yourself is 'What do I need to make a well-rounded wardrobe?' And it is a
London Super Trunk Show 2018 – A Final Report
Last weekend the second edition of the world's largest open event for classic men's shoe took place - the London Super Trunk Show 2018. An amazing day with more
Tōramally Shoes – Handwelted out of India!
The world is fast changing and it is quite impressive and scary at the same time to be honest. Thanks and to much demise to the industry (i.e. the brands), we
Löf & Tung – New Swedish Shoe Brand on the Block!
Many of you will be familiar with the Swedish shoe shop, Skoaktiebolaget. Few of you might, however, be familiar with the history of the owners and how they
My Story — The 5 Year Plan — The Year of Transition — Part 1: The US Tour
Previous post on 'My Story':�https://theshoesnobblog.com/2018/03/my-story-the-5-year-plan-italy-part-2.html Going home felt weird but I knew that it was
Bestetti Double Monk Done Differently
The double monk came on the scene a few years back and hit it hard in popularity. The problem is that everyone did the same model and every brand's
London Super Trunk Show 2018 — April 7th, The Music Room — INFO FOR THE DAY
This Saturday it’s time for the second edition of the London Super Trunk Show, held in the heart of London, gathering more than 10 superb exhibitors
LONDON SUPER TRUNK SHOW 2018 BRAND HIGHLIGHT #10 J.FITZPATRICK FOOTWEAR
The final brand to be showcasing at the London Super Trunk Show is none other than my own brand, J.FitzPatrick Footwear. Below you will find in italics what
LONDON SUPER TRUNK SHOW 2018 PARTNER: EXQUISITE TRIMMINGS
Founded by Shaya Green, Exquisite Trimmings is a London-based online store offers an impressive range of accessories and clothing, from many of the most
LONDON SUPER TRUNK SHOW 2018 BRAND HIGHLIGHT #9 SKOLYX/TLB
The Swedish retailer Skolyx has made a name for itself through excellent customer service and a wide range of shoes from Spanish brand Yanko which you can find
TAFT – Braided Boots
Braided shoes/boots/loafers etc are going to make a return, mark my word. More and more brands are bringing them out and for good reason too. A braided pair of
LONDON SUPER TRUNK SHOW 2018 BRAND HIGHLIGHT #8 NORMAN VILALTA
Norman Vilaltacomes from Argentina, originally as a lawyer, was trained in bespoke shoemaking by Stefano Bemer in Italy, and now works from a workshop studio in
MY STORY THE 5 YEAR PLAN – ITALY PART 2
Having started making shoes now, well into my apprenticeship and learning lots of Italian, I meet a girl that would become my girlfriend and now give me more