Here we take a look at Ferragamo's answer to high-quality welted shoes, in their 'Tramezza' Line made by famous Napolitano Shoemaker Paolo Scafora. And
Norwegian Welted Cordovan Stompers for Skoaktiebolaget
If your goal is to have shoes that could potentially last you the rest of your and maybe even your children's too, then Norwegian welted cordovan shoes will be
Video Series – Up Close Details – Paolo Scafora
Here we take a look at Paolo Scafora's exquisite footwear and the details that make his footwear so unique. One of the kings of construction there is no
Commando Soles – The Latest Trend
Commando Sole Shoes - A New Addition To The Welted Shoe Industry There is nothing new about Commando soles shoes. They have been around for the longest
Enzo Bonafe Pre-Orders By Mehra
For the die-hard Enzo Bonafe fans out there, shop Mehra is having a Pre Order on some of their newer models for those of you wanting to secure your size for the
The Shoe Snob – Unboxing Series – Michael Darren Shoes
Here I unbox a very unique color of wholecut oxfords by the up-and-coming Michael Darren Shoes, known for their RTW patina options. Founded by @mbshoedoc of
Why Does MTO Take So Long?
Most of us hate to wait for anything. We have been so spoiled with instant gratification that the idea of waiting for your special product to be made, no longer
Barbanera’s New Unlined Collection
Barbanera has recently dropped a new unlined collection of loafers that is surely set to leave most of you desiring to grab a pair, as not only do they look
Next Level Unique by Antonio Meccariello
Some shoes just stop you in your tracks. These bad boys by Meccariello did that for me. Naturally, being a suck for blue suede it is not hard for me to be
New Shoes on the Marketplace – Oct. 2020
There a lot of new shoes on The Marketplace since I last posted about this. In fact, shoes are going up regularly and it is hard to keep up with them all. As
To Be Worn…or To Be Cherished?
I came across this picture of Hemingway loafers by Barbanera and was inspired to make a post about a subject I do not believe I have ever written about. The
Unique Chelsea Boots by Antonio Meccariello
Prior to being a chelsea boot lover, admittedly I was a chelsea boot hater. There were two issues that were blocking my train of thought in that time (about 6-8
Unique Adelaides by Antonio Meccariello
I love seeing adelaides reinvented. And it is occurring more and more as adelaides gain more and more popularity in the shoe industry. Now, if you are a shoe
New Bonafe’s, VASS and Carlos Santos on The Marketplace
There has been a lot of new shoes listed on The Marketplace. Some very cool ones as well, such as these Enzo Bonafe's in blue bison/calf. I know that
Monkstrap Butterfly Loafers
You can always count on Italian creativity to come up with something no one else has. And Paolo Scafora's newest butterfly loafers with buckled straps prove
LONDON SUPER TRUNK SHOW 2020 BRAND SHOWCASE #3: PAOLO SCAFORA
Paolo Scafora is one of the most well-known and trusted manufacturers of high-quality footwear in Italy. Many of you may not have heard of him because prior to
The Kudu Collection by Barbanera
During my trip to Lineapelle to source some cool, new things for my shoe brand I had a quick visit to see my friends at Barbanera, in Milan. While there I was
Santoni Double Monk Loafer in Blue Alligator – Stunners!
I have never known how to feel about these double monk loafers by Santoni. I am quite that on my foot I won't like them. But when I see them in pictures and on
Santoni’s Sneaker Monks in Black Suede
I like monkstraps as dress shoes, but after seeing this sneaker variation by Santoni, I am questioning if I actually like them better as a plim sole smart shoe.
Get Any Shoe/Boot You Want with Enzo Bonafe
It has been a long time now that I see Enzo Bonafe making shoes that really don't come from any collection but that are made to the precise specifications that
New Shoes Listed on The Marketplace – Carmina, Lobb, Alden etc
There are some great new shoes, listed on The Marketplace, in all different sizes, makes, conditions and prices! Hurry before some of these great ones go
A Breakdown of Shoe Pricing and What to Expect – Part 1
***Pics of shoes have nothing to do with the post, just for your eye candy*** There is a lot of confusion in the consumer's eyes on what you should expect
Braided Loafers by Barbanera – Summer Wear Italian Style!
There are two things that I love: 1. Braided leather and 2. Unique Designs. The Schifano loafer by Barbanera gives us both of those things and is one of my
Sartorial Talks – The Best Shoe Brands of 2019 (Part 1)
Hugo Jacomet, of Parisian Gentleman, does the world a great service here by listing some of the top shoe brands the world has to offer. In his