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
How to Restore Worn Boots with Saphir Oiled Leather Cream
Every now and then, a pair of boots gets pushed well past the point where you realize they probably should have received some care a long time ago. That was the
Optimo Hat Factory Tour | Chicago Super Trunk Show
As we get closer to this year's Stitchdown Expo x Super Trunk Show in Chicago, I wanted to highlight one of the more special experiences taking place around the
Petru & Claymoor – Handmade Shoes From Transylvania
I have actually been to Transylvania (Romania). Many years ago, I flew into Bucharest and drove north to Brașov to visit a shoemaking factory. I remember that
What Is a Shoe Last?
If you have spent any amount of time reading about shoes, listening to shoemakers, or diving into the world of proper footwear, you have probably heard the word
CNES Shoemaker’s New Models – Crocodile Nubuck For The Win
CNES Shoemaker's new models have just landed—nine, to be exact—with four ready-to-wear styles and five made-to-order models. And while there are several
An Unboxing Experience from Mes Chaussettes Rouges
There are certain brands, shops, and retailers that simply understand presentation. Mes Chaussettes Rouges is one of them. I recently received a rather generous
BLKBRD vs Bridlen Loafers: Value vs Refinement
I get asked this kind of question quite often: “Which brand is better?” And in this case, we are looking at two of India’s most interesting shoemakers at the
Gaziano & Girling Celebrates 20 Years
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Gaziano & Girling, which is impressive, to say the least. Gaziano & Girling are among, if not my favorite,
Twinkima.G Launches A Very Cool New Spectator
Twinkima.G has just launched a new spectator model, which I dare say is among the coolest spectators I have seen in a long time. Spectators are one of those
World Championships of Shoemaking 2026 – Positions 11–20
Here we have Part 2 of the World Championships of Shoemaking 2026, covering positions 11 through 20. If you have not yet seen the Top 10, including the
Meermin’s Summer Sale – Up to 50% Off
It could be just me, but I never knew that Meermin did sales outside of one-off sample sales, so when a friend of mine showed me that Meermin's Summer Sale was
World Championships of Shoemaking 2026 – The Top 10
It is finally time to take a closer look at the shoes from the World Championships of Shoemaking 2026, held during the London Super Trunk Show this past
Why Are Wholecut Oxfords More Expensive?
Have you ever wondered why wholecut oxfords can be more expensive than many other styles within the Oxford family? At first glance, it almost seems backward. A
Mario Bemer Canvas Loafers – Fabric, Color & Individuality
I've always loved fabric in shoes, and I can't quite pinpoint the first time I experienced this fascination. I want to say it was during my Nordstrom days when
A Story About My Reluctant Conversion to On Sneakers
I bet a lot of you thought you'd never see the day that I'd be writing about On sneakers—or the like. In reality, I probably never thought I'd be writing about
Yearn Shoemaker Updates Amalfi Loafer Colors
Yearn Shoemaker, out of China, has updated their Amalfi loafer colors to include a new forest green suede and two more streamlined brown/sand suede options.
Peter Qu Shoes: Interview With a Cordovan Specialist
There is a new brand on the block, Peter Qu, who has also become a recent supporter of The Shoe Snob Blog. With an interesting concept and plans for expansion
The Shoe Snob’s Lightweight Shoe Trees: Now Available
Good shoe trees are one of the most important accessories you can own if you care about preserving the life of your shoes. They should be used whenever your
My Move Back West: Part 4 – Settling in Idaho
I am finally settling in Idaho, yet that process is taking longer than I expected. A lot of people say, 'unpacking is so much easier than packing,' although I
How Long Does It Really Take to Make a Pair of Shoes?
How long does it actually take to make a pair of shoes? If you listen to the marketing surrounding shoemaking, you might believe that every good pair requires
Carmina Shoemaker Opens Its First Store in Japan
Carmina Shoemaker has opened its first store in Japan, with the new boutique located in Tokyo’s prestigious Marunouchi district. The store officially opened on
My Move Back West: Part 3 – Now in Idaho & Setting Up New Life
After an amazing journey across the Great Plains of America, we are now in Idaho and finally in our new home. If you have ever moved cross-country, you will
My Move Back West: Part 2 – The Long Drive to Idaho
I thought I would give you all an update on my travels back West and the long drive to Idaho that I just embarked upon as well. You might be asking, didn't you
