You have to respect dedication and loyalty. Two traits that are often lacking in today's society, most often searching for the best deal, no matter the
Pet Peeves in The Shoe Industry Part 7: People That Call All Oxfords ‘Wingtips’
In the world of shoes, there are many names given to all of the different types of oxfords. ONE of them is 'wingtip,' set to describe the W shaped cap that's
Sartorial Trips – Trunk Show Votes
In a world with a lot of sartorial companies from the different industries i.e. shoes, clothing, suiting etc., it can be very challenging keeping up with the
Understanding The Fit of a Shoe
I had a good question from a reader not too long ago and it was all about fit and how big the gap should be between your shoe laces on the facing. I
Best Crockett & Jones – Ever!
Sometimes a relatively simple shoe that might look good but be a bit flat in character can be uplifted a million times over with a bit of work in the polish and
Mario Bemer – Reinventing the Wheel and Doing it Well!
Mario Bemer has been really pushing the boundary of design with his young collection and it is quite refreshing to see. Nearly every model he does has something
The Black Cap Toe Oxford – Your Safe Bet
***Figures have changed since post was originally written*** In the safe world we live in, the black cap toe rules as the ultimate shoe for business wear.
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,
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
J.FitzPatrick ‘Magnolia’ on Massdrop
In the past I was against sites like Massdrop as I thought that the business model that they use would only cheapen/tarnish the brand image as they slash retail
Cap Shines – Uplift Your Shoes!
It is amazing what a cap shine can do to your shoes. I won't lie and say that all of my shoes have them but I always feel better about myself and my outfit when
Blue Stunners by Main D’or
I caught a glimpse of these incredible bespoke blue shoes by Main D'or (Eiji Murata) and I was blown away. I mean, I am not going to lie and say that they are
Scarpe di Bianco New Collection & Website
Scarpe di Bianco has just launched not only a new range of shoes but also a new, updated website. The new range is a typical North American trend in
Killer Boots by Ivan Crivellaro
These have to be one of the most craziest and beautiful boots that I have ever seen. Not only is the style immaculate, but the coloring is out of this
The Best Shade of Tan by Carmina
For me, tan is a hard color to get right. If it is way too bright, it is hard to wear with most suits that we have in our wardrobe. If it is
Septieme Largeur New Adelaide Oxford
Septieme Largeur has just released a new adelaide oxford that for me presents an ultimate option for those that need a basic dress shoe. Most people coming into
Patina By Niklas Nordin
Not everyone is born with the ability to become Michelangelo but I do believe that everyone is born with the ability to at least become proficient in most arts.
The Sharpest Chisel on the Block – Ramon Cuberta
Ramon Cuberta�(bespoke shoemaker out of Barcelona)�makes a sharp chisel toe. It just might be the sharpest that I have ever seen. There is
Hero Shots by Skoaktiebolaget
I have always emphasized the importance of the "hero shot" when it comes to representing footwear. The problem with shoes is that their
Norman Vilalta RTW and US Trunk Show Debut
After much anticipation Norman Vilalta is finally releasing his ready to wear brand at none other than Leffot of NYC, in the form of a trunk show. He will be
The Classic Adelaide
I what I love about the adelaide oxford is that in the grand scheme of shoe designs, it is relatively new for being such a classic look. I am quite
The Sale Continues….With Up To 33% Off Of Retail Price Now!
Dear Readers, I hope that everyone has had a nice week and that you are all ready for a pleasant and hopefully relaxing weekend. It's getting quite cold here
Rant: A Blogger’s Writing (Plus Some Shoe Porn)
It's not so often that I go on a rant but every now and then something sets me over the top and I feel that must let it out. That being, I received a few
Bestetti At His Best!
Riccardo Bestetti recently started a new Instagram acccount (@bestettishoes) and it is a great accumulation of amazing works of art. I
