Is European Shoemaking in Decline? A Hard Look at the Industry Over the last few years, I’ve found myself asking a question that honestly makes me
What was $300 is now $500 in Footwear
What was $300 is now $500: The Shifting Price of Quality Footwear In this episode of The Shoe Snob Podcast, I dive into a topic that’s been on everyone's
How New Tariffs Will Impact the Shoe Industry
Introduction The topic of tariffs on shoes has been on everyone’s mind lately — consumers, brands, and retailers alike. As both a consumer and a small
Goodyear Welted vs Hand Welted – What’s the Real Difference?
When it comes to welted shoes, few debates stir the pot more than Goodyear Welted vs Hand Welted construction. As someone who owns a shoe brand, has made shoes
The Podcast – Ep. 10 – The Pre Order Industry
The Pre Order is nothing new. It is as old as the retail industry. But the rise of the Pre Order Industry is something that I feel will be shown more and more
The Podcast – Episode 9 – Comparing Shoe Brands
Comparing shoe brands is often a waste of time when done theoretically. One can only know which brand they prefer when they personally try each brand. They can
The Podcast – Episode 4 – How Long Do Shoes Last?
How long do shoes last? Well, how long is a piece of string? There is no definite answer that anyone can give you. It can be 6 months, 2 years, 5 years, 10
The Podcast – Episode 1 – The Intro
Welcome to my new video podcast: A one-man show where I will speak on all of the various topics within the higher-end shoe industry, sharing all of the
