Here we take a look at Japanese brand Raymar Shoes and their amazing collection of handwelted footwear priced around $300. Super clean, simply made,
CNES Shoemaker – New Hand Welted Line
In the world of rising smart technology, AI, and the like, the shoe world in fact is going the opposite direction with the rise or re-introduction of hand
Sons of Henrey x Oct. Tenth
For some, this post has been a long time coming. And truth be told, it's been a while since I needed to write about these two brands, that ultimately fall under
Up Close Details Series – Graziat Butterfly Loafers
Here we take a closer look at all of the beautiful details found in this exquisite butterfly loafer by up-and-coming shoemaker Graziat, of
Yearn’s Natural Sole Collection
Chinese Shoemaker, Yearn, has been making some very cool pieces as of late. I am particularly fond of this 'Summery' look that they have been giving their
Yeossal Shoe Sale
Yeossal is currently going through some changes, structurally and physically. And when that happens, especially when you relocate premises, which they are, then
Next Level Butterfly Loafers by Caio Torres
There are a lot of Butterfly shoes coming out these days. As a huge lover of this design, I find most of them appealing. Some even more so than others. This
Handwelted Resoling With Fiddleback By Bedo’s Leatherworks
Dear Readers, Sorry that I was gone for so long without posting. I was away in London for the London Super Trunk Show 2022 and was busy from morning to night
Unboxing Series – Graziat
***Please set the video to watch in 720p if it automatically shows you in 360p (which will be blurry)*** Here we take a look at one of my favorite
New Brand Alert: Raymar Shoes (Japan)
I have just discovered a new brand on IG and after looking over some of their work think I hit the gold! The brand is Raymar and they are the house brand of
Up Close Details Series – Stefano Bemer ‘Clasica’ Collection
Here we look a bit more closely at a pair of Stefano Bemer's 'Classica' Collection, one of three of their shoe lines on offer, and what makes this line so
Stephane Jimenez Signature Oxford
French bespoke shoemaker, Stephane Jimenez, makes some of the most striking shoes you will see. A lot of what he does are oxfords. Not sure if this is his
CNES Shoemaker Hand Welted Line
They do not advertise this collection a great deal but CNES Shoemaker has a Handwelted Line that is pretty impressively priced and looks quite good too.
Impressive Balmoral Boots by Ace of Spades
A few months back, I highlighted a new brand on the scene, Ace of Spades, who have been making some very uniquely-niche pieces of footwear paying home to the
Impeccable Sole Detail by Graziat Taipei
The winner for best sole finishing, for me, goes to Graziat Taipei. While I have always liked their sole work, their very recent new style of
Acme Shoemaker Website Now Live
Happy Friday! So, here is some big news for all of the fans out there. The newly famous Chinese brand, Acme Shoemaker, which has taken the industry by storm
Norwegian Welted Cordovan Stompers for Skoaktiebolaget
If your goal is to have shoes that could potentially last you the rest of your and maybe even your children's too, then Norwegian welted cordovan shoes will be
Video Series – Up Close Details – Paolo Scafora
Here we take a look at Paolo Scafora's exquisite footwear and the details that make his footwear so unique. One of the kings of construction there is no
Video Series – Up Close Details – Acme Shoemaker Galaxy Patina
Here we take a closer look at the exquisite Galaxy Patina shoe/wallet combo that I commissioned with Acme Shoemaker, out of China. A pair that defies
The Shoe Snob – Unboxing Series – ACME Shoemaker 2021 Update
Here we are back again with one of China's most exciting makers, ACME Shoemaker, hailing out of Beijing. Having launched in the middle of the 2020 Pandemic,
Ace of Spades – Your Spade Sole Provider
I have never actually been a fan of the spade sole for my own personal use, but I have always appreciated the aggressive look and craftsmanship behind it. I
Nedelcu Marian Shoes – To Watch Out For
There is another Romanian shoemaker on the scene that is making some interesting things lately. His name is Nedelcu Marian and as you can see from the post,
Up Close Details – Video Series – Gaziano & Girling Optimum
So, in my quest to expand my ways of providing you all with knowledge, imagery, information etc on all things footwear, I realized that from my
Yeossal Shoe Sale – Lots of Great Prices To Be Had!
Singaporean Atelier, Yeossal, has been growing at a rapid pace lately. And I know more than most that with rapid growth comes space issues, and with space
