Here we take a look at Japanese brand Raymar Shoes and their amazing collection of handwelted footwear priced around $300. Super clean, simply made,
CNES Shoemaker – New Hand Welted Line
In the world of rising smart technology, AI, and the like, the shoe world in fact is going the opposite direction with the rise or re-introduction of hand
Sons of Henrey x Oct. Tenth
For some, this post has been a long time coming. And truth be told, it's been a while since I needed to write about these two brands, that ultimately fall under
J.FitzPatrick Sample Sale – New Markdowns Now Live!
***Please note, J.FitzPatrick is my own brand, hence it is written in 1st person*** ***Pictures are only a partial representation of what is available. See
Good Leather Creases – A Lot!
"Good, quality leather doesn't crease" is probably the dumbest thing I have ever heard. On the contrary, as I am more and more involved in the shoe industry, I
Corthay’s New Loafer – ‘Charlie’
Most people attribute the 'slipper' look to either a house shoe or a formal style pump. But for me, this is an outdated mentality. I think that it very much
J.FitzPatrick Sample Sale Now Live!
***please note, J.FitzPatrick is my own brand, hence it is written in 1st person*** ***Pictures only a small representation of what is available.
Ascot Shoes – Shanghai Kiltie Single Monk II
I have always loved a shoe with a kilt on it, whether it was loafers, monkstraps, or any other type of shoe that works it into their pattern. Yet I feel like it
Up Close Details Series – Atelier du Tranchet ‘Dragon Fury’
Here we take a closer look at these super cool hi-top sneakers by French shoemaker Atelier du Tranchet. Based out of Paris and making some of
Huge Sale at Pediwear – Store Closure
It would appear that I spoke too soon. Just last week I wrote a post about how Covid has affected the welted shoe industry and that I was surprised at how few
J.FitzPatrick Sample Sale
Come down to our sample sale, in our NYC store from Thursday, July 14th through Saturday, July 16th, 11AM-7PM, to take a crack at 200+ sample pairs at
Up Close Details Series – Mattina
Here we take a closer look at Chinese Shoemaker, Mattina. Based out of Shanghai, Mattina is making some of the most reasonably-priced Goodyear welted
Up Close Details Series – Graziat Butterfly Loafers
Here we take a closer look at all of the beautiful details found in this exquisite butterfly loafer by up-and-coming shoemaker Graziat, of
Summer Sales Kicking Off!
It's that time again! As July 1st hit, a lot of Summer Sales went into effect. Here is a list of some of the more notable ones of brands that I keep on
Unboxing Series – Atelier du Tranchet
Here we unbox a pair of the Dragon Fury hi-tops by Parisian-based Bespoke Shoemaker Atelier du Tranchet. Atelier du Tranchet is a French bespoke dress
Yearn’s Natural Sole Collection
Chinese Shoemaker, Yearn, has been making some very cool pieces as of late. I am particularly fond of this 'Summery' look that they have been giving their
Shoes At The Gaziano & Girling Store
Being that I used to live in London and my shop was not too far away from Savile Row (a stone's throw away in Soho), one can imagine how many times I
Carmina Promotion – Free Belt With Shoe Purchase
Carmina is back at it with another long weekend promotion. This time it is for a complimentary belt with each shoe purchase* See the details
TLB’s New Cordovan Offering
***Warning, picture heavy**** The cordovan industry is growing and it just made a big leap and bound with its introduction into the shoe collection TLB
Back From Hiatus!
I am baaaaack! Sorry for disappearing on you like that without fair warning. It was unexpected, to be honest. But for the first time in years, I decided to
Yeossal Shoe Sale
Yeossal is currently going through some changes, structurally and physically. And when that happens, especially when you relocate premises, which they are, then
Up Close Details Series – Stefano Bemer ‘Tradizione’ Line
Here we take a closer look at Stefano Bemer's Tradizione line, their highest grade form of 'RTW' shoemaking, just below their bespoke program. Seeing
Crockett & Jones 25th Retail Anniversary Collection
Crockett & Jones have recently accomplished a feat of well-deserved recognition: 25 Years of Retail Shops, and still going strong. Some may not
Unboxing Series – Kalflo Shoes
Here we take a look at upcoming shoe designer Kalflo and his take on fashion-oriented classic shoes. With quite an impressive background in
