I have a few predictions of things to watch out for for 2015 and button boots/shoes is one of them. They are not an easy thing to make nor are
Crockett & Jones MTO Boots!
A blog reader sent me a pair of his newly acquired Crockett & Jones MTO balmoral boots and I must say that I was thoroughly impressed as it reminded me of
Antonio de Torres Upcoming Brand
A while back I wrote about a brand by the name of Massimo Ferrari (see review here) who was headed up by shoe designer Luis Antonio Torres. It would appear that
Herring Spectators – Perfect for Christmas!
A good green suede can go a long way and this green suede just might be the best that I have yet to ever see. It's the perfect blend between dark green, blue
Aubercy’s New Models
So I am currently in Paris in preparation for my trunk show here at the Menswear Corner concept store, from tomorrow until Saturday at 12 Passage Choiseul
Septieme Largeur New Winter Stock
The apron toe is going strong around the globe this year and Septieme Largeur offers a boot version that feels ever so slightly different than the rest. I can't
Boot Season is Back!
I am not sure that anyone can deny that Edward Green is the current reigning champ when it comes to having an awesome boot selection. The Galway alone (as shown
J.FitzPatrick A/W Shoes Now In Stock!
The A/W stock to my footwear line, J.FitzPatrick Footwear, has finally arrived! For this season I have stepped out of the classic dress shoe type and
Saint Crispins Factory Visit
It's amazing how a brand can come onto the scene and explode within a matter of months, going from virtually being unknown (in the grand scheme of things) to
When Collaborations Go Wrong and Involve Good Companies
I was searching for some cool Santoni's to put up on the blog, in the hopes to find a new model from their goodyear welted range. Unfortunately I did not have
More Denim in Shoes – This time by Barbanera!
For me, it's always nice to see denim being used in shoes. Usually you find it paired with brown, but Barbanera decided to do something a bit different this
Del Toro Trek Sneaker – Great Minds Think Alike?
It's been awhile since I have written about Del Toro brand and what they are doing. They have always been on my radar since I first wore/reviewed their slippers
Button Boots at Leffot
We all know how much of a sucker for button boots I am, which is surprising that I still don't have a pair. In due time though, in due time! Steven at Leffot
Saint Crispins New Double Monk: Not Yet Released!
What's great about Saint Crispins is that they are always trying new things, on a regular basis. When I was in Romania looking at their model selection (post to
Shoes, Shoes and More Shoes!!
Varied Colors by Paolo Scafora
Putting multiple colors in one shoe is never easy. Doing it well is even harder, particularly when there is more than 2 colors involved. Of course, with patina
Hand Stitching by G&G
So I am here in the wee hours of the morning in Hong Kong, having spent half a day here and already seeing so many things and finally have spent my first bit of
SHOES!!!
The Cordovan Loafer by Crockett & Jones
I have never personally understood the huge, cult-like appeal to cordovan. I mean, it shines really nice, lasts really long and is durable, but I guess for the
Barbanera Blue!
We all know that blue is my favorite color, I can hardly keep it a secret anymore which is why it's obvious that I am attracted to such concoctions. What most
Green is Good!
I just stumbled upon this picture of the Gaziano & Girling 'Gable' model and could not help but be enamored with it. I was never that fond of the 'Gable'
Bontoni Magic As Per Usual
Don't really have a lot of time here, but could not help but show you all this amazing shoe by Bontoni. They never cease to amaze me and ever more so is that
Autumnal Feel feat. Crockett & Jones
I just arrived in my factory town and have a quick 20 minutes to spare, so thought that I would knock out a quick post and show you all this lovely shot of some
Jacques & Demeter – A Cool Take On The Winter Boot
For all of you Longwing lovers out there, I presume that something like these new Jacques & Demeter boots will be just up your alley for a potential winter
