Meermin Shoes Review I have been hearing and reading about this brand called Meermin Mallorca a lot lately. It would have appeared that not long ago they had
Tadeusz Januszkiewicz Rendition of EG Brummel
Photo Courtesy of Style ForumHow cool would it be if someone created a competition whereby every shoemaker in the world was to take one pattern (say this
Anthony Delos Bespoke – Designed By A Blog Reader
Let me start off by saying, that I always appreciate it when any of you come to visit me and say hi. This always gives me great pleasure as I have said before
Yet Another Japanese Shoemaker – Kunai Atsushi
Lately, as you may know, I have been so busy that it's been hard to think, let alone keep up with everything that I need to do. And part of what I needed to do
Bocache e Salvucci – The Next Italian Greats?
It's really hard to keep up with every shoe brand out there, and more and more, I feel that even though I spend hours and hours researching, there are still so
Instagram + Shoes = The Future….
Vintage Boots from circa 1920'sIf you have a smartphone, you should probably get Instagram. Now, I am not one for tweeting my thoughts or updating every 5
J.FitzPatrick Footwear Update
Ladies & Gentleman,The time is almost near for the long anticipated launch of my footwear collection, J.FitzPatrick. Here you can see about two thirds of my
Saint Crispins In The Flesh!
Not too long ago The Armoury had a trunk show here in London with Saint Crispins as one of their attendees. As you know very well, I am quite a fan of them, so
J.M. Weston’s New Shop On Jermyn St.
For those that don't know, J.M. Weston is French. I feel that I must state this, as I, like many people at one point have thought that due to their Anglo-Saxon
Stamp Shoes….with GPS capabilities….
Dear All,So I am back from my quick trip to Paris, with lots of treats to share with all of you! So be on the lookout!! Until then, feast your eyes on these bad
Scarpe Di Bianco – An MTO Process….
A few years back a company named Scarpe Di Bianco came on to the scene, blowing the socks off of anyone who appreciated nice footwear. I remember the first time
The Butcher of Savile Row……
In staying true to what I actually wear each day, I thought that I would give you an accurate account of my daily attire, of which includes a beautifully made
How To Become A Shoe Designer Part 3.2: Shoe Lasts
Finalized product will have metal eyelets.....my round last shown belowA shoe?s last is very important, for more reasons than one. Firstly, it makes up the
The Side View Of A Shoe – Is It Deceiving?
My whole (dress shoe) life I have been judging last shapes and never really knew it. Whenever I was going to get a new pair of shoes (when I was back in
Saint Crispins + The Armoury – London Trunk Show
Legendary clothier, The Armoury, is back in London Town on Sept. 28th-29th, bringing with them this time, the famed Viennese shoemaking firm Saint Crispin's. I
John Lobb x Paul Smith = Absolute Greatness!
I know that I have been on a roll with my 'How To Become A Shoe Designer' thread, but as many people may not want to become one, nor really care to read about
Shoes Of The Week – The Unknown Gems
Photo Courtesy of: Style ForumDear Readers,I am sorry to say that I am not going to be able to write much today. I have been quite swamped under these last days
Christian Kimber Footwear – Mark Your Calenders
I remember the first time that I ever got recognized as The Shoe Snob. It was a surreal moment (and definitely took me by surprise) as I did not really think of
More Japanese Greatness – Clematis
What makes a shoe particular? THE DETAILS! That being, what can you spot on this shoe that is ever so subtly different??? Well, let's take a look.....see how
How To Become A Shoe Designer Part 3.1: The Creative Side — Shoe Designing
Let me first start of by saying that I have no credentials in shoe design and/or company branding. The closest that I have to design skills was drawing
The Adelaide by Septieme Largeur
I have never bothered to research the following, but it just occurred to me how curious I am about the person that invented all of the pattern pieces to a shoe.
Shoes Of The Week – Ivan Crivellaro Tassel Loafers Part 2
Sometimes, I feel like maybe I am tiring you all out with all of the two-toned shoes that I put up on the blog, but then again, I simply can't help but be drawn
Today’s Favorites – Monks To Die For by Aubercy
Being that Envy is one of the great 7 Sins, I must be one of the biggest sinners of all, as when I see shoes like this, I am completely envious of whoever owns
How To Become A Shoe Designer Part 2: The Retail Experience
When I graduated university I was working for Nordstrom, at the flagship store in Downtown Seattle, where all of the buyers and corporate offices were located.
