The Shoe Snob Olympia collection is growing. After launching the White Calf Olympia a few months back, I have now added four new versions to The Shoe Snob
Over-the-Calf vs. Mid-Calf Socks – Which Is Actually Better?
There are few things in menswear that irritate me more than socks that fall down. It is probably one of my biggest pet peeves, and something that has bothered
Oxford vs Wingtip vs Brogue: What’s the Difference?
There are a lot of terms in the shoe world that get thrown around rather loosely. Oxford, wingtip, brogue, cap toe, balmoral, spectator—the list goes on. And
Shoe Care Guide – Why Is It Important?
A shoe care guide is the basic knowledge we all need to maintain our shoes. Higher-end shoes are an investment, and the more that you know how to look after
How to Repair a Damaged Closed-Channel Leather Sole
One of the downsides of closed-channel leather soles is that the thin leather flap covering the stitching can sometimes get damaged. A sharp rock, excess
Petru Claymoor Launches New Website & Shoe Collections
It's been quite interesting watching Petru Claymoor evolve over the years. Having first covered the Romanian shoemaker back in 2020, and more recently
Parisian Gentleman x Caulaincourt: Sartorial Sneakers
Hugo Jacomet of Parisian Gentleman and Sartorial Talks — and a good and dear friend of mine — has teamed up with Parisian shoe brand Caulaincourt to create an
How to Properly Store Your Shoes
We spend a lot of time talking about how to care for our shoes while wearing them. How to polish them. How often to condition the leather. Whether or not to use
Becoming The Shoe Snob, Ep. 3: The 5 Year Goal Part 1 – Nordstrom
In the last episode, I spoke about who I was before shoes became the real path: growing up in Seattle, chasing the soccer dream, being heavily into music, and
World Championships of Shoemaking 2027 – The Competition Is Now Open
The World Championships of Shoemaking returns in 2027, and the official call for competition is now open. For the eighth edition of the championship,
One Month to Go: Chicago Super Trunk Show x Stitchdown Expo 2026
Fellow Shoe Snobbers, we officially have one month to go until we descend upon Chicago for what is shaping up to be one of the greatest footwear gatherings we
Looking for Burgundy Shoes? Bridlen Has You Covered
Bridlen offers one of the most extensive selections of burgundy footwear I have seen from a shoe brand. And when I say burgundy, I mean true, reddish burgundy —
TLB Mallorca MTO Promotion – Autumn 2026
It’s that time of year again. TLB Mallorca has launched its annual Autumn Made-to-Order promotion, running from September 30th through October 11th, with 15%
My New Chapter: Life, Style & Slowing Down
Most of my podcasts tend to revolve around shoes, shoemaking, the shoe industry, or some specific topic within the world of style. This one is a little
Peter Qu Review: China’s Cordovan Specialist
Every now and again, a new maker appears on the scene with an ethos that feels different enough to pay attention to. Peter Qu is one of those makers. If you
The Olympia White Calf Sneaker Returns
Some shoes simply prove themselves over time. The Olympia was one of those shoes. The Olympia was one of the most successful sneaker designs I created during
The Harry by Aubercy – From Bespoke to Petite Mesure
Parisian shoe powerhouse Aubercy has recently included one of its bespoke models, Le Harry, in what they call their Petite Mesure line. Petite Mesure is not
Leather Shoe Scuffs: Why They Happen & How to Fix Them
Leather shoe scuffs are inevitable. If you wear your shoes, eventually you are going to scuff them. This compounds exponentially if you are the type of person
Black Suede Shoes — Are People Finally Getting It?
Back in 2018, I wrote an article called Why Are Black Suede Shoes Still So Underrated? At the time, I couldn’t understand why one of the most versatile
Carmina Bespoke Trunk Show Tour – USA 2026
Carmina Shoemaker is back at it, bringing its 3D bespoke service on tour across America this October. And this time, they are going bigger, with stops in New
Crockett & Jones A/W 2026 – The American Great Outdoors
We are finally back with a new season of footwear, and Crockett & Jones A/W 2026 is a good one! This year’s collection takes inspiration from the Great
How to Stretch Shoes Using Household Tools
One of the most common issues people have with new shoes is that they fit well almost everywhere, but there might be one particular area that feels just a
The Americas Shoe Shining Championships 2026: Meet the Finalists
The finalists have officially been selected for The Americas Shoe Shining Championships 2026, taking place live at the Chicago Super Trunk Show x Stitchdown
How to Lace and Tie Dress Shoes Properly
It might seem trivial, but knowing how to lace your dress shoes properly is something many people fail to accomplish. All aspects of clothing have a purpose and
