I have always been very intrigued by the Belgian loafer, yet have never really come across them in real life, only in pictures. And while that relationship
Maftei Interview/Post by Claymoor
Dear Readers, I have had the pleasure of being allowed to use a very very interesting post/interview conducted by the author of Romanian blog, Claymoor, in
Shoes Of The Week – Dimitri Bottier Seamless Whole Cut
It's amazing that the hardest shoe to make, is the shoe that has the least amount of detail to it. And while I can't really back that statement up with in-depth
Today’s Favorites – Sebago’s The Patriot
After having some pretty cold weather these last few weeks in London, the sun (and warmth) finally came out today, which almost gave the feeling of a Spring
Shoes Of The Week – Alfred Sargent
Picture Courtesy of Style SageI once did a post talking about how I felt that the brown full-brogue was the most versatile shoe there is and even though this
Today’s Favorites – Rider Boot Co.
As you can imagine, I have a collection of images that must range in the thousands and because of that, it can become quite difficult remembering what I have
Today’s Favorites – Edward Green Oundle
Have you ever wondered why the majority of cordovan leather comes in a burgundy color when in fact, it can be made in any color, such as this brown pair of
What I Am Wearing – Black & Blue
I used to be the black & blue hater #1, and even to this day, I would prefer to never pair them together. But as I get older, the climate changes, my culture
What I Am Wearing – Black & Blue
I used to be the black & blue hater #1, and even to this day, I would prefer to never pair them together. But as I get older, the climate changes, my culture
A Shoes Longevity
Bontoni shoes, Picture Courtesy of Style BuffThroughout my time in the shoe industry, I have always been plagued by the most subjective question in the world:
Shoes Of The Week – Septieme Larguer
What an absolutely beautiful color!! The complexity of it amazes me, with how many different shades of blue (my favorite color) there is. From navy, to teal, to
J. FitzPatrick Shoe Line Progression
Getting a company up and running may be just one of the most difficult things in the world, particularly when there are products involved that have to be
Today’s Favorites – Vass V Caps
When it comes to shortwings (wing-caps that don't extend to the mid section of the shoe), there is a very fine line between well-done and ugly. These shoes
Corthay Visit Part 2: London
Back in late July of 2011, I went to Paris for a quick business trip and happened to have enough time to pop into the Corthay shop in hopes to meet the legend
Shoes Of The Week – Alexandre Portejoie
As much as you don't see burgundy shoes as often as I would like to, I can tell you that burgundy boots are even far less common, yet to me are ever so more
What I Am Wearing
This Prince Albert loafer was the very first pair of shoes that I ever made by hand. It was just a rejected upper that was lying around and happened to be
Cool Shoes, Cool Clothes, Cool Ties….Cool Blog
These days, I unfortunately don't have a lot of time to peruse through blogs as much as I would like to, let alone read them, which is a shame really, as I
Unique Shoe Designs
Shoe Above: J.FitzPatrick When talking about designing shoes, I commonly hear the expression, "Everything under the sun has been done." And while I generally
What I Am Wearing
I have never really been a big fan of pairing sport coats with trousers, but since I have a few jackets, I try and force myself as much as I can. The reason
Shoes Of The Week – Bespoke by D.W. Frommer II
Hand-sewn shoemaking may not be as prevalent in the public eye as it was 60-80 years ago (when shoemaking machinery was not as readily available), but the more
Riccardo Bestetti Ready To Wear Collection
It's been a long time coming, but the day has finally arrived: Bestetti introduces his Ready-To-Wear collection at none other than the infamous Pitti Uomo.
Today’s Favorites – John Lobb Saddle Shoes
I never tire of seeing how many different ways a saddle shoe can be executed, especially when the color combinations are quite bold and unusual, such as this
First it was colors….Now it will be boots!
For those of you that have been long time readers of the blog, you will know that I have been a big advocate of seeing more abnormal coloring in footwear. Back
Shoes Of The Week – Saddle Monks by Saint Crispins
These are hands-down among the nicest shoes that I have truly ever seen in my entire life, and I mean it! Even though Saint Crispins shoes are incredibly
