British shoemakers, Gaziano & Girling receive the Royal Warrant by Appointment as shoemakers to His Majesty The King. In the UK, this is the most notable
New Model Alert: Yearn Shoemaker Amalfi Loafer
The new Yearn Shoemaker Amalfi loafer is exactly the kind of innovation and style that I love to see. Kudos to Yearn Shoemaker for taking the new trend of soft
What Makes a Good Shoe? Fit and Quality Explained
Figuring out what makes a good shoe isn’t always straightforward. It’s a highly personal question with subjective answers. But from years of experience in the
Why Brand History Shouldn’t Dictate Shoe Pricing
Brand History and Shoe Pricing: What You Should Know In recent years, I've been highlighting newer shoemakers from China — such as Yim Shoemaker, Yearn
The Red Bull Story – My First Foreword
The Red Bull Story is one many of us recognize in name, but few truly know in depth. We all know Red Bull—it’s practically everywhere—but how did it get there?
Hand Sewing the Upper: A True Craftsmanship Challenge
Hand sewing the upper is a demanding and meticulous process. At first glance, especially through pictures, it may appear straightforward—but don’t be fooled.
TLB Sneakers: New Collection
The new TLB Sneakers are now in and offering the dress shoe consumer something different than the rest! What is that you might ask? Let's break it down. What
Septieme Largeur SS2025 Collection
The new Septieme Largeur SS2025 collection is now live with some super summer favorites and unique models that you really do not find
The London Super Trunk Show 2025 – Report
The London Super Trunk Show 2025 once again proved its position as a central meeting point for the world of quality men’s footwear. Throughout the day, the
Are Cedar Shoe Trees the Best?
Are Cedar Shoe Trees the Best? Let’s Break Down the Myth. If you've ever shopped for shoe trees in the U.S., chances are someone has told you that cedar shoe
Mes Chaussettes Rouges Discount SS2025
The Mes Chaussettes Rouges Discount SS2025 is now live and ready to be used! This exclusive discount comes from The Shoe Snob Blog biannually to help you
The Top Three of the World Championships of Shoemaking 2025
Since it will take a while until we are finished with the article that covers all 25 of the contest shoes of the Shoemaking World Championship 2025, which were
Penny Loafers: Classic Round Toe vs. Modern Elongated Toe
The penny loafer is a timeless staple in men’s footwear, appreciated for its slip-on convenience, versatility, and enduring style. But when it comes to penny
New Shoes on The Marketplace 2025
Welcome to the New Shoes on The Marketplace 2025 Edition. Each year, we add new brands and new stock of exclusive discounts you won't find anywhere else. This
Brown Shoes with a Navy Suit: Style Guide
Back when I worked on Savile Row, wearing a suit and tie every day was second nature. And even though I was in London where the rules is 'No brown in town,' I
London Super Trunk 2025 – One Week To Go!
The London Super Trunk 2025 is one week away! Make sure to block off your Saturday for one of the greatest shoe events around! See below why you must not miss
Berwick’s Soft Sole Belgian Loafer | Unboxing Series
Here we take a look at Berwick's Soft Sole Belgian Loafer, their latest offering that we are stocking at The Shoe Snob Marketplace. Today, we look at the black
J.FitzPatrick Sample Sale 2025 – Pop Up Announcement
J.FitzPatrick Sample Sale 2025 Everyone's favorite event is finally here with a plan in motion and a date set! The J.FitzPatrick 2025 Sample Sale will be
Win Bridlen Shoes: The Founders 25 Austere Adelaides
Indian Shoemaker on the rise, Bridlen, is offering a pair of their beautiful and well-crafted Founders 25 Line shoes for our Super Trunk Sweepstakes. Simply by
New Product Launch: J.FitzPatrick Prosser Sneaker
For those that do not know, J.FitzPatrick is the brand that I started in 2013. I specialize in welted shoes with a twist. But I also love sneakers, as my
Win $500 Worth of Saphir Products
Earning something feels great. But to win Saphir products feels even better! Especially as you almost have nothing to do in order to win them. All jokes aside,
5 Clear Signs Your Expensive Shoes Aren’t Worth the Price
There’s never been more hype—and more lies—around footwear than there is today. Brands love to toss around terms like “handmade” and “heritage”, all while
Upgrade Any Bridlen Shoe
I recently discovered that you can upgrade any Bridlen shoe to their Founder's Line finishing, which is their top-tier offering from all of their collections.
Marcellino Shoemakers – Your Roman Bespoke Option
I have recently discovered Marcellino Shoemakers and have been very impressed with what I have seen. Discovering small brands like this is part of the 'love' in
