If there ever was a story about taking your passions and turning them into a menswear brand, that story would revolve around Barbanera as they have managed to
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
The Shoe Snob – Unboxing Series – Fratelli Borgioli for Jon Ian Shop
Here I unbox something very different from what I usually speak on. Blake Stitched Monkstraps loafers by Fratelli Borgioli for Jon Ian shop of Cardiff,
The Shoe Snob – Unboxing Series – Michael Darren Shoes
Here I unbox a very unique color of wholecut oxfords by the up-and-coming Michael Darren Shoes, known for their RTW patina options. Founded by @mbshoedoc of
Barbanera’s New Unlined Collection
Barbanera has recently dropped a new unlined collection of loafers that is surely set to leave most of you desiring to grab a pair, as not only do they look
Next Level Unique by Antonio Meccariello
Some shoes just stop you in your tracks. These bad boys by Meccariello did that for me. Naturally, being a suck for blue suede it is not hard for me to be
Barbanera New Models for A/W2020
Barbanera has some cool new shoes/boots for A/W2020 that have just launched on their site and are now available for purchase and shipment. I am always
Unique Chelsea Boots by Antonio Meccariello
Prior to being a chelsea boot lover, admittedly I was a chelsea boot hater. There were two issues that were blocking my train of thought in that time (about 6-8
Unique Adelaides by Antonio Meccariello
I love seeing adelaides reinvented. And it is occurring more and more as adelaides gain more and more popularity in the shoe industry. Now, if you are a shoe
Paul Parkman Launches Bit Loafers
Used to be that you only found Bit loafers from the top Italian designer brands, think Gucci, Ferragamo and Prada. But 2019 brought to you a whole wave of
Monkstrap Butterfly Loafers
You can always count on Italian creativity to come up with something no one else has. And Paolo Scafora's newest butterfly loafers with buckled straps prove
The Kudu Collection by Barbanera
During my trip to Lineapelle to source some cool, new things for my shoe brand I had a quick visit to see my friends at Barbanera, in Milan. While there I was
Suitsupply Final Sale – 3 Day’s To Get Low Prices!
Suitsupply has just shared with me their Final Sale Outlet stuff and there is a lot of great things to be had there. Of course, while I am highlighting shoes,
Suitsupply Shoes – The Review
I won't lie. I will proudly say that Suitsupply is one of my favorite clothing brands. I won't pretend that I really care where clothes are made from.
Get Any Shoe/Boot You Want with Enzo Bonafe
It has been a long time now that I see Enzo Bonafe making shoes that really don't come from any collection but that are made to the precise specifications that
Braided Loafers by Barbanera – Summer Wear Italian Style!
There are two things that I love: 1. Braided leather and 2. Unique Designs. The Schifano loafer by Barbanera gives us both of those things and is one of my
Floral Prints by Ducal Firenze
Warning: Not for the faint of heart! I have always had a soft spot for floral prints. When I was younger, I used to buy floral print (subtle ones) shirts
Salvatore Ferragamo Wholecut Oxfords – Gancini Line
We often forget that some of the brands that are now considered 'designer' brands started off as one of the greats and actually paved the way for many other
Ducal Firenze – Exciting Italian Creativity
While I am on the subject of impressive makers, one of my favorite Italian shoemakers that has gone under the radar for far too long, is Ducal Firenze.�
Edhen Milano – New Brand Doing Things Differently
There is new-ish, young Italian brand doing some very bold and interesting things. And their name is Edhen�Milano. What first caught my eye was thei
The Wholecut Single Monk by Paolo Scafora
Seeing new designs and patterns always makes me excited. My favorite part about being a shoe designer is making samples and seeing a design come to life. But of
Bontoni – Single Monkstrap Done Differently
I have never been a huge fan of the traditional single monkstrap that sweeps across the instep, having a huge buckle and thick strap leather. It always reminded
Cowboy Boots Done Differently – Barbanera’s Cormac Boot
I was never into cowboy boots. Like ever. In fact, I hated them. I hated the toe spring, the pointy toe, the high heel. They were pretty much
London Super Trunk Show 2018 — Brand Highlight #7 — Paolo Scafora
Paolo Scafora�is based in Naples, Italy, and was founded by Gennaro Scafora, who named the company after his son. Today, Paolo Scafora runs th
