I am not going to lie and say that I am a sole fanatic but there is something special about a well-crafted sole. I love to look at them and appreciate the skill
Fusion Cowboy Boots – The Modern Trend
Using the traditional Cowboy boot features but blending modern design details to the boots seems to be all of the rage these days as I am starting to see more
The Adelaide Oxford – By Hiro Yanagimachi
I am really loving adelaides?these days and I think that many others are too. I see them often on social media and find myself nearly always attracted to them.
Patrick Frei Bespoke Oxfords
In case you haven't yet heard of him, Patrick Frei is the most exciting thing in bespoke footwear at the present moment. I have yet to do a major post on him
Tony Gaziano Interview & Singapore Trunk Show
For those of you interested in reading the thoughts of master last and pattern maker and one of my mentors in the shoe industry, Kevin Seah has just done a nice
Simple is Beautiful – Stephane Jimenez
Sometimes the best pair of shoes is a simple pair of shoes. When I say simple, I mean a simple pattern, style, cut etc. But nothing is more boring than a flat
Hiro Yanagimachi Ghillie Boots
Hiro Yanagimachi never ceases to impress with his array of ghillie designs, most recently having come up with a ghillie brogued boot unlike ever seen before!
Castez Ermili – Mexican Shoemaker
Mexican Shoemaker Castez Ermili has created something that I have yet to see and find it very intriguing, even more so, very beautiful! A crossbreed between a
New Chinese Bespoke Shoemaker – Yim Shoemaker
I love an underdog story and all of these Chinese bespoke shoemakers for me represent just that. Due to the industry of cheap labor and products, China over the
Ricardo Bestetti’s Latest and Greatest!
We now live in a world with few words, thanks to the latest social media. So in honor of that, I will leave you with a bunch of pictures and little text. I
Shoes of the Month – Bespoke Balmoral Oxfords by Enrile
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
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
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 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
Maftei RTW for Shoes Fever
For those of you a fan of the Austro-Hungarian style of shoemaking you will be pleased to know that one shop in South Korea, named Shoes Fever, has started
London Super Trunk Show 2018 — Brand Highlight #6 — Mario Bemer
To read more about The London Super Trunk Show 2018, this April 7th, please CLICK HERE Mario Bemerstarted working for his brother Stefano’s company back in
Ramon Cuberta New 2018 RTW Collection
Ramon Cuberta has recently launched his new 2018 collection and although small, it packs a punch. With 4 shoes on offer to choose from, there is no room for
London Super Trunk Show 2018 – Brand Highlight #1 – Clematis Ginza
To preface this post with what is the London Super Trunk Show 2018, please CLICK HERE Clematis Ginzais the well-respected Japanese brand composed of
London Super Trunk Show 2018
London Super Trunk Show 2018 We are very happy to once again invite you to the world’s largest open event for classic shoes, the London Super
Norman Vilalta – New Handmade ‘1202 Heritage Collection’
It's always great to see creativity at work and to see what people are coming up with, in this ever-changing world of shoes. One of the latest and greatest
Riccardo Bestetti – Crown Collection Launch – Paris & London!
For those of you in Paris and London, you shall be pleased to know that Riccardo Bestetti is set to launch their new Crown Collection this weekend. I haven't
Aubercy Button Boots – Fresh to Death!
I never tire of Aubercy's creations and bold use of color. Their latest button boot offerings are simply sublime and I particularly love this new canvas one,
The Crompton by Gaziano & Girling
Simon Crompton has been honored with an MTO model by Gaziano & Girling, giving him the name of the model that he essentially created through the
