***Pics in post have nothing to do with the post itself, except the last picture which is in reference to rule 50.**** 51. One rule in this long
The Saddle Derby by Edward Green
My idea of shoe design is to take existing classics and add a small detail on them that separates them from the masses. Most brands don't do this though, not
No Two Brown Shoes Are Equal
The beauty of brown shoes or shades of brown leather is that even the exact pair of shoes can look different, not only through polishing but also through
Baudoin & Lange Sagan Loafer Review
Allan Baudoin has come a long way since being just a young computer science student from Paris to launching his own bespoke shoe label 'Allan Baudoin' and now
Gaziano & Girling New ‘Savile’ Monkstrap
For those that may not know Gaziano & Girling have just recently celebrated their 10th anniversary and I couldn't be happier for them. I still remember the
Grain Leather Should Be Used More
I really like grain leather these days. I have really been appreciating it in other brands and have been trying it more and more in my own collection on shoes
The Cap Shine
There is one simple thing that can make nearly any shoe look better and that is a cap shine. Something about having a shiny toe does a lot of justice
Thomas Kalflo Patina Interview
For those that may have not ever heard of this name before, allow me to give you a brief intro on exactly who is Mr. Thomas Kalflo. First and foremost he is a
Savile Row Style Part 3 – Huntsman
This time we are going to dive into a little history with HUNTSMAN, one of the oldest firm on the Row that was established back in 1849. They are suit makers,
J.FitzPatrick – 3 for 2 Driving Loafers, New Sebastien, Re-Stock and Jodhpur Pre-Sale
There is a lot going on for the J.FitzPatrick Footwear brand this Spring/Summer 2016 season, hopefully much of which many of you will appreciate. Allow me to
Gaziano & Girling Ladies Collection
Ladies, beware, the best shoes that I have seen made for you but in classic men's styles have now hit the streets, courtesy of Gaziano & Girling.
Carreducker ‘Barkan’ Desert Boot Campaign
The Carreducker duo are back at it again with another campaign to get a new RTW product off of the ground and running. The latest model is a bit more mainstream
Green, Green, Green!!!
I have been wearing a lot of green shoes lately as I am really feeling the color dark green at the moment. I am even dyeing old shoes that I am bored of to
My Latest Visit to Edward Green on Jermyn St.
As I am now secluded to a lower ground level showroom that doesn't really see the light of day, I cherish my daily walks to the cobbler. That lovely 30 minute
Bowling Style Trainers by Crockett & Jones
I have a love/hate relationship with the bowling style smart trainer that many high end makers tend to make for the 'sneaker' like model. Usually you see it in
Blue Shoes Are Now The Norm
Maybe I am confused by what I see online and what is truly reality but from a perspective of how often I see blue shoes now versus how often I used to, say 3
Teal Suede Double Monks by John Lobb
I have always loved the color Teal, especially when it is on the darker side so that it is not overly ostentatious (at least in the matter of clothing). And
G&G x JF Shoes Sample Sale – Final Reminder
This is a final reminder to all of those in the UK or close enough to travel to it, that Gaziano & Girling and my shoe brand, J.FitzPatrick Footwear will be
G&G Astaire – Always my Favorite!
The Astaire was my original favorite model by Gaziano & Girling, ever since they first launched. And even though they have released many more
Barker’s New Brogues
Sometimes to break the norm, you don't actually need to create something new but just refresh the details. That is precisely what Barker has done with their new
Navy Shell Cordovan by Trickers
If you want boots that will last you not only the rest of your life but quite possibly that of your son and maybe even grandson's life, then what you want to
Edward Green – New Last, New Models
Another brand always visited at Pitti Uomo is Edward Green. And they always have something new and exciting being added to their mix of greatness. This season,
New Models by Gaziano & Girling
In the past few years Gaziano & Girling have been really busy with the new shop of theirs in London, growing the brand on a global scale and thus not having
Crockett & Jones at Pitti Uomo 89
Okay well I am about to commence my posts on what I saw at Pitti now that the sale is coming to a close and things are somewhat quieting down. So get ready for