It seems that every time I turn around, CNES Shoemaker is launching something new. And not just a few new models here and there, but entire collections,
Mes Chaussettes Rouges A/W 2026 – 10% Off Your Cart!
It's that time of year again, and our bi-annual Mes Chaussettes Rouges discount is back for Autumn/Winter 2026! As always, this is an exclusive offering for
Meermin Factory Seconds Sale – Up to 60% Off
Meermin has just kicked off its Factory Seconds Sale, offering discounts of up to 60% off, with some shoes going for less than $100! That's a pretty incredible
Oxford vs Wingtip vs Brogue: What’s the Difference?
There are a lot of terms in the shoe world that get thrown around rather loosely. Oxford, wingtip, brogue, cap toe, balmoral, spectator—the list goes on. And
Shoe Care Guide – Why Is It Important?
A shoe care guide is the basic knowledge we all need to maintain our shoes. Higher-end shoes are an investment, and the more that you know how to look after
Petru Claymoor Launches New Website & Shoe Collections
It's been quite interesting watching Petru Claymoor evolve over the years. Having first covered the Romanian shoemaker back in 2020, and more recently
Becoming The Shoe Snob, Ep. 3: The 5 Year Goal Part 1 – Nordstrom
In the last episode, I spoke about who I was before shoes became the real path: growing up in Seattle, chasing the soccer dream, being heavily into music, and
TLB Mallorca MTO Promotion – Autumn 2026
It’s that time of year again. TLB Mallorca has launched its annual Autumn Made-to-Order promotion, running from September 30th through October 11th, with 15%
The Olympia White Calf Sneaker Returns
Some shoes simply prove themselves over time. The Olympia was one of those shoes. The Olympia was one of the most successful sneaker designs I created during
The Harry by Aubercy – From Bespoke to Petite Mesure
Parisian shoe powerhouse Aubercy has recently included one of its bespoke models, Le Harry, in what they call their Petite Mesure line. Petite Mesure is not
Carmina Bespoke Trunk Show Tour – USA 2026
Carmina Shoemaker is back at it, bringing its 3D bespoke service on tour across America this October. And this time, they are going bigger, with stops in New
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
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
