Francis Waplinger

Creative Loafer Design by Francis Waplinger

October 19, 2020 January 8, 2021 / American, Bespoke Makers, News

I have always loved the look of the Belgian style loafer design, but was never …

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Brooklyn Bespoke Shoemaker – Francis Waplinger

May 20, 2020 May 20, 2020 / American, Bespoke Makers, News

Francis Waplinger recently moved his workshop from deep-end Long Island to Brooklyn. A very smart …

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Francis Waplinger Bespoke – Unique Design Like No Other!

October 2, 2019 October 2, 2019 / News

Young, American bespoke shoemaker, Francis Waplinger, recently came out with a new model that is …

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Francis Waplinger – The American Bespoke Shoemaker

May 1, 2018 May 1, 2018 / American, Bespoke Makers

While having no real proof of this next statement, I can confidently say that now …

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Check out the new Patina Project of @jfitzpatrickf

Check out the new Patina Project of @jfitzpatrickfootwear x @hancore . This model, 9 fixed patina options and one "pick your own" option. Next Level collaborations!
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It's all about the braided loafer. One of the best

It's all about the braided loafer. One of the best Summer choices for your feet. These beauties here by @carminashoemaker
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Next Level burgundy patina oxfords by @yoheifukuda

Next Level burgundy patina oxfords by @yoheifukudashoemaker . Quite possibly one of the most attractive oxfords ever made. Pure excellence.
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#handwelted #handmadeshoes #handweltedshoes #bespokeshoemakers #bepsokeshoes #yoheifukuda #japaneseshoemaker #japaneseshoes #balmorals

I love a contrast sole for Summer. @crockettandjon

I love a contrast sole for Summer. @crockettandjones_official has added this concept to several of their new S/S2021 collection, as shown here on their Seaton model.
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The small punched adelaide by @septiemelargeur : T

The small punched adelaide by @septiemelargeur : The Joffre, in a lobely chocolate crust calf.
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#brogues #dressshoes #mensshoes #frenchstyle #frenchshoemakers #richilieu #adelaides #septiemelargeur #joffre

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