The Asian Championships of Shoe Shining 2026 finalists have now been selected, and we are one step closer to the event taking form! And given that Asians have
The Double Fiddleback Sole – By Marcellino Shoemakers
I love to see shoe creativity. Even if it makes no sense or I wouldn't wear it. It shows that passion is being thrusted into the art form of shoemaking. For me,
Mes Chaussettes Rouges Discount A/W2025 Is Here
It’s that time again. The Mes Chaussettes Rouges Discount A/W2025 is here, and as always, this is something offered exclusively to readers of The Shoe Snob
Singapore Super Trunk Show 2026
We’re proud to announce the first-ever Singapore Super Trunk Show 2026 Edition — a new milestone for quality footwear and classic menswear in Asia. Nineteen
Link Flip Shoes – Next Generation Laziness (Rant Revisited 2025)
Back in 2019, I wrote about a shoe called the “Link Flip Shoe” — a hybrid between a flip-flop and a slip-on sneaker that was marketed as the next evolution in
Heel Stiffeners in Shoes: What Matters and What Doesn’t
The longer I work in footwear, the more I’ve realized that many of the things people obsess over simply don’t matter as much as the internet would have you
Black Friday 2025: Bridlen, Blkbrd & Exclusive Shoe Deals at TSS
Black Friday is always a busy time in the welted shoe world, let alone all of retail, but this year’s Black Friday 2025 shoe deals are shaping up to be some of
Carmina Black Friday 2025 – Now Live
The Carmina Black Friday 2025 sale is officially underway, and once again, the Mallorquin makers are offering an impressive spread of deals across nearly their
J.FitzPatrick Black Friday 2025 – Now Live
The J.FitzPatrick Black Friday 2025 event is officially live—and this year we’ve gone bigger than ever. For a very limited time, every in-stock, ready-to-wear
Black Friday Sock Promotion: High Quality Without the High Price
For everyone's favorite time of year, I have a special Black Friday Sock Promotion thanks to Twinkima.G, with whom I have partnered to offer something special.
TLB Mallorca Black Friday 2025 – Now Live!
The launch of the TLB Mallorca Black Friday 2025 event is now live on their site, with discounts up to 20% on select RTW stock and free goods on MTO. Let's dive
The Black Wholecut: The Only Dress Shoe You Need
Every so often, someone asks me a question that seems simple on the surface but reveals a lot about how little most men understand their footwear: “If I could
Yearn Corduroy Loafers: New Model Update
I swear the designer at Yearn thinks exactly as I do. I am not saying I was intending to make anything like this, and they beat me to it, but I absolutely love
Grant Stone Garrison Boots – First Wear Experience
I don't often wear the shoes (or boots) that brands send me for review on my YouTube channel (and this blog, of course). That is for two main reasons: 1. I have
Heddels & Crown Northampton Collab
When I lived in London, everything was about dress shoes. I was immersed in the world of classic style. Working on Savile Row and walking Jermyn St almost
Crockett & Jones 325 Last – 30th Anniversary PreOrder
The Crockett & Jones 325 Last celebrates its 30th Anniversary this year, and to commemorate the classic last, Crockett & Jones has created three new
Yeossal’s Annual Sale 2025
Yeossal's Annual Sale 2025 version is now live! But it is a little different than years past and actually turns out to be more than 11% off, which is great for
The 5 Essential Dress Shoes Every Man Should Own
Where to Start When Building Your Shoe Wardrobe For anyone just getting into classic footwear, the question always comes up: “What shoes do I actually need?”
How to Use the Sole Edge Iron – Complete Guide
Keeping your shoes’ sole edges neat and polished is one of those small details that makes a big difference. A clean edge instantly elevates your shoes, giving
How to Fix Your Shoe Shine (Fast, Safe Guide)
If your mirror shine looks cracked or patchy—don’t panic. Here’s how to fix your shoe shine on dark calfskin in minutes: even out the wax (melting it into the
CP Slippers Review – The Barefoot Slipper Experiment
Trying new things is part of the fun in this industry, and today’s topic is a bit left field — barefoot slippers. In this CP Slippers review, I dive into the
Old House Provisions – A True Menswear Shop
There is something special about a true menswear shop. And a menswear shop is not just any shop that carries men's clothing. There has to be a feel to it. The
Blkbrd Shoes on The Shoe Snob – Now Available
Blkbrd Shoes are now on The Shoe Snob Shop website, where you can find a curated collection of over 70 of their models. Blkbrd and I worked together to put
What was $300 is now $500 in Footwear
What was $300 is now $500: The Shifting Price of Quality Footwear In this episode of The Shoe Snob Podcast, I dive into a topic that’s been on everyone's
