Norman Vilalta's Decon Chukka Boot is easily the coolest pair of chukka boots that exist. I say this for two reasons. 1. It is not easy to reinvent the classic
The Delusion of the Uncreased Leather
Assuming leather doesn't and/or shouldn't crease is like believing in unicorns. It's incredible how many people believe in unicorns these days. The question is
Spier & Mackay – Welted Shoes Under $200
Spier & Mackay is looking to update their shoe offering which means the current stock has to go. But waiting for a clearance sale is a fool's game as this
Petru & Claymoor – Hippo Leather
There is something very appealing about Hippo leather. Its aged-looking yet fine detailing nature really makes it unique compared to most other exotics. It
Patina Your Chukka Boots
I think that most people wear suede chukka boots, as opposed to calfskin ones. I have 6 pairs myself and they all in suede but one, the green pair, shown below.
The Shoe Snob – Unboxing Series – George Lyon Shoes
My latest unboxing of new brand, George Lyon, who specializes in offering you the complete package of shoes, belt, accessories all with your purchase so that
A New Entry Level Welted Line – Just Launched
My original desire for starting a shoe company was ultimately for one basic reason: 'to see men wearing better shoes.' It was a simple idea. I saw bad
Herring Shoes – New Model + 40% off to NHS Workers
Some of you may know this shoe, some of you won't. But it was the shoe that made Brunello Cuccinelli more famous on a worldwide level as upper echelons of
Next Level Chukka Monkstrap Boots – Atelier Zakarian
Russian shoemaker Atelier Zakarian is creating some very unique designs. His entry to last years World Championship of Bespoke Shoemaking was one of the more
Fur Lined Boots by Carmina
Fur lined boots by Carmina is now easily achievable with their recently launched GMTO run of 4 Fur Lined boots for the Winter. Those of you who live in rough
Contrast Soles
Steven Taffel of Leffot recently received his new pair of Hiro Yanagimachi chukkas boots and was kind enough to share it with the world and I am glad that he
Yeossal’s MTO Program
Singaporean Brand, Yeossal, has come out causing a storm in the Menswear Industry. In a day that is saturated with far too many internet brands popping out of
Mario Bemer Firenze on The Shoe Snob Marketplace
Mario Bemer Firenze (not the actual Mario Bemer whose now set up Mario Bemer USA) has listed some shoes on The Marketplace. I have always loved the featured
Carmina’s Shell Cordovan Chukka Boot MTO in 8 Colors
Carmina has recently done a GMTO run that is apparently over but that went into regular production as you can still purchase the pairs at hand. The latest
What I am Wearing Video Series
I have always wanted to give inspiration to those that may not know how to wear bold shoes or have fears of shoes outside of what they are used
New GMTO / Crowdfund Offerings by J.FitzPatrick Footwear
I have decided to offer something new as a regular feature at J.FitzPatrick Footwear. And that is a different monthly offering of GMTO / Crowdfund models.As we
Anacortes Chukka Sneaker by J.FitzPatrick Footwear at 30% Off
We have decided to try out new models in our sneaker collection and in doing so means we have to get rid of something to make room for new ideas. We are working
Carpincho Boots by Enrile
The Capybara/Carpincho animal is probably one of the ugliest things known to animals. It looks like a giant rat and it's like the size of a dog. But their hide
Stormwelt Series by Lof & Tung
Löf & Tung's new stormwelt collection is looking pretty good and probably making a lot of sense for a lot of people this A/W as the weather is quite wet and
J.FitzPatrick Sneakers Round 1 – Now Available!
Dear Supporters, Many of you are probably thinking, 'what the heck happened with those sneakers?'. And that is a good question. These were supposed to be
Septieme Largeur – Spring/Summer 2018 Line Up!
Septieme Largeur has made a clear statement this Summer with their color scheme of Snuff suede, Bottle Green suede and what looks like Deep Red Suede. Quite the
J.FitzPatrick Sneaker Collection Pre-Order Now Live!!!
It’s been a long time coming, but the day has finally arrived for us to show our new sneaker line to the world. After working for a year and a half on the
Riccardo Bestetti – Crown Collection Launch – Paris & London!
For those of you in Paris and London, you shall be pleased to know that Riccardo Bestetti is set to launch their new Crown Collection this weekend. I haven't
Welted Sole – New Online Shoe Shop
There is a new shoe retailer based out of the US, called Welted Sole, that just recently launched their new online shop. They currently only stock J.FitzPatrick
