Suede often gets a bad rap as a delicate material. The reality couldn't be further from the truth though and suede is often my go-to choice during our
Video Series – Up Close Details – Septieme Largeur A/W21 Tobar Boot
Here we take a look at one of Septieme Largeur's latest models for their A/W2021 line up: The Tobar, triple buckle monkstrap boot. One of
My Daily Wears – Nov 6th
As we have fully immersed into Autumn, my boots have been at the forefront of my wardrobe selection. Ironically, today it up into the high 60's, which is very
The Brown Suede Derby Boot
I like the Sun but I am not a Summer guy. Growing up in Seattle the most beautiful season there is easily Autumn and the weather all year round is most similar
A New Entry Level Welted Line – Just Launched
My original desire for starting a shoe company was ultimately for one basic reason: 'to see men wearing better shoes.' It was a simple idea. I saw bad
All Suede Lace Boots – Carmina
These suede boots by Carmina are the cream of the crop! I really love an all-suede oxford boot. Especially in snuff, polo or tobacco suede. Yet it is something
Crockett & Jones Cottesmore – A Suede Jodhpur Setting the Bar!
I have never believed that a boot needed to be worn only through the months of Autumn/Winter although this is how they are always marketed and sold. I can
Oro Los Angeles – Boots Done Differently
There is a new (relatively) boot company based in LA making some interesting pieces of footwear and their name is Oro. For those that do not know, that means
Rainy Day? Wear Suede
There is a reason why you should wear good suede. And that reason is that it handles rain better anything else. Now when I say this, I am talking about suedes
New Shoes on The Marketplace
Well, for some of you lucky enough to be around UK6 (US7) to UK7 (US8) you will be pleased to know that some of the best deals have recently been posted on The
New GMTO / Crowdfund Offerings by J.FitzPatrick Footwear
I have decided to offer something new as a regular feature at J.FitzPatrick Footwear. And that is a different monthly offering of GMTO / Crowdfund models.As we
The Consolidation Sale
Blog Readers,The last two years have been a good learning experience and a classic case of small business growing pains. Most of you won’t feel or know this but
Stormwelt Series by Lof & Tung
Löf & Tung's new stormwelt collection is looking pretty good and probably making a lot of sense for a lot of people this A/W as the weather is quite wet and
A/W Style by Edward Green
I love a good A/W stylized photo for shoes, especially a good shot that has leaves�in it just like this one does. It often reminds me of my Autumns in Seattle
Cowboy Boots by Barbanera — One’s That I Would Actually Wear!
It's quite funny how your tastes evolve as you get older and what you once hated, you look at in a new light and what you once loved, you start to dislike. I
Welted Sole – New Online Shoe Shop
There is a new shoe retailer based out of the US, called Welted Sole, that just recently launched their new online shop. They currently only stock J.FitzPatrick
New & Lingwood – Summer Chukkas in All Colors
The word 'boot' usually brings to mind Autumn/Winter feelings and thoughts of the corresponding attire but when thinking of a chukka boot, I tend to think of it
Christian Kimber Capri Boots – Now On Sale!
There are two things highly underrated with this featured boot: crepe soles and black suede. I have always loved black suede and been fascinated by pairing
Septieme Largeur New A/W16 Collection Now Available!
Septieme Largeur have been hitting the design books for creating something truly unique this A/W, which comes as no surprise. Here you have three boots done
Savile Row Style Part 3 – Huntsman
This time we are going to dive into a little history with HUNTSMAN, one of the oldest firm on the Row that was established back in 1849. They are suit makers,
Another Trip to España!
I just touched down in Madrid, heading to the factory that does the handstitching on our apron vamps and to see about creating some
Boot Season is Back!
I am not sure that anyone can deny that Edward Green is the current reigning champ when it comes to having an awesome boot selection. The Galway alone (as shown
Odds & Ends That Need To Go – J.FitzPatrick
Dear Readers, I hope that you all had a nice weekend! To those that have larger feet, you are in luck as I am trying to get rid of a few perfectly good
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
