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
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
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
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
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
My Move Back West: Fewer Posts For 2 Weeks
The last few weeks have been manic. Between winding down and wrapping up one of my businesses, attempting to grow another, packing up a three story house plus
Lies in the Shoe Industry – Handmade, Middlemen, Top leather etc.
The shoe industry has always been full of questionable marketing, but the language has become increasingly ridiculous. Every other shoe is apparently handmade,
Stitchdown Expo x The Super Trunk Show — Tickets Are Now Live
Tickets are officially live for Stitchdown Expo Chicago 2026 x Super Trunk Show, taking place this November 6th and 7th, 2026, at Artifact Events in
TLB Mallorca 3D Custom Tool: New Feature
TLB Mallorca's 3D Custom Tool feature is now live and available for immediate use. I just had a play with it and created a pretty cool Adelaide Oxford in a
Shoe Colors Online vs Real Life: Why Lighting Changes Everything
One of the biggest challenges in buying shoes online is understanding shoe colors online vs real life. And this is not just a customer issue. It is also one of
Crockett & Jones Summer Sale 2026
The Crockett & Jones Summer Sale 2026 has just launched, and this year, there are 72 models (for men - another 20 or so for ladies) on offer with discounts
How To Sell Used Shoes
The second-hand shoe market is stronger than ever. Between eBay, Vinted, Grailed, Facebook groups, Styleforum, Instagram, and specialist marketplaces, there are
Bridlen Clearance Sale on The Marketplace
The Bridlen Clearance Sale on The Shoe Snob Marketplace is live, and with discounts up to 60% off. The stock is exclusive to my website, The Shoe Snob
Calzoleria Carlino Exotic Promotion
What started off as a promotion to build brand awareness has become a yearly staple for the Italian bespoke outfit, Calzaleria Carlino. And that yearly staple
Twinkima.G Leather & Canvas Bags: Launch Promo + Review
The new Twinkima.G Leather & Canvas Bags have officially arrived at The Shoe Snob Shop, and while this might be a slight change from the usual shoe content,
Crockett & Jones Richmond II & Bowland: New Preorder’s
The new Crockett & Jones Richmond II and Bowland Preorder is now live and ready for you to secure your pair on this exclusive and time-limited production
Tommaso Melani, R.I.P. – Another Sad Day for the Industry
Unfortunately, very sad news struck the shoe industry yesterday when it was announced that the CEO of Stefano Bemer, Tommaso Melani, R.I.P., had passed away.
Why Shoe Size Guides Are Not Universal
The Myth of the Universal Shoe Size Guide There is no such thing as a universal shoe size guide. Let me repeat that because it is one of the biggest
Mario Bemer Chukka Boots
Mario Bemer's chukka boots are among my favorites in the industry. Mario has found a way to not only differentiate the design with a very unique heel counter
Why I Use Travel Shoe Trees (Especially for Sneakers)
For years, I have traveled with shoe trees. That might sound excessive to some, but if you care about maintaining the shape of your shoes—and especially if
Chicago Super Trunk Show 2026 at Stitchdown Expo
Yes, you read that right. The Chicago Super Trunk Show 2026 is officially happening—and not only are we moving our U.S. event from New York to Chicago, but
