In the split toe world, there are 3 types of constructions. There is the basic machine stitch split toe where you just see a small seam down the town (stitch on
The New Double Monk
When something becomes a trend, I usually stay far from it. The reason that I do this is because I like unique things and the very idea of a trend means that it
Ferragamo Goes British
I am not going to lie, I used to really like Ferragamo and if I am going to be even more honest, I still kind of do. That being, I don't like everything that
Spring/Summer 2013 Scarpe di Bianco Goodness
What I really like about Scarpe di Bianco is the fact that they have new models to drool over each season. Most shoe companies of this level don't have such
Bestetti Back at it Again – Seamless Wholecuts and Such!
There is something magical about Riccardo Bestetti's shoes. It's hard to pinpoint it as there are so many factors that make them beautiful and maybe that is it.
The Shoes Have Eyes – Enrile
Creating a version of a penny loafer that has not been done before, can be quite challenging without making them too abnormal. What I am specifically referring
Today’s Favorites – Bontoni Loafer MTO
Whilst living in America, I had the ability to see Bontoni shoes anytime I wanted. I just had to exit my job, walk about 100 yards and boom, there I was in
The Beauty of a Custom Patina
It's my last day in Seattle and therefore I am trying to use my limited time to spend with all of my friends and family, which ultimately meanss that I don't
Shoe Photography – Capturing The Right Light
Picture Courtesy of The Style BuffThere is no light like natural light when it comes to shoe photography. But then again, even with that you will need the right
Hand-Stitching The Apron: By Enrile
Have you ever wondered why an apron-toe shoe might cost more than its cap-toe or wingtip counterpart? Well, more likely than not, it is because that 'apron' (as
Today’s Favorites – Paolo Scafora
I had always read about Neapolitan shoemaker Paolo Scafora (in a good light) but had never had the actual pleasure of knowing how his shoes truly were, until
Shoes Of The Day
Men's Shoes: I don't know why, but I have never been the biggest fan of the apron toe style. Maybe it's because so many company's make them in such a
