Here I unbox one of Septieme Largeur 's new A/W2020 boots, the Moissac. Septieme Larger is a brand I have respected for many, many years, and I am happy to
Cashmere Nubuck Alligator Loafers – Altan
I was never a huge fan of exotic leather, not at least when the entire shoe was made of exotic leather. I liked when little snippets of the pattern had exotic
Point de Paris – New French Shoemakers
There are some new shoemakers in town and their name is Point de Paris. They have been a while on Instagram, building up their presence as their ecommerce site
Exotic Chelseas by Altan Bottier
One of Altan Bottier's specialties would apparently be the short chelsea boots. More specifically, chelsea boots in exotic leathers ranging from alligator,
Altan Bespoke Sample Series – Archives Brought to Life
Altan Bottier, of Paris, France, just recently decided to use the current state of the world to introduce something new on their Instagram page. One positive
London Super Trunk Show 2020 – Brand Showcase #1: Altan Bottier
The 1stshoe brand that I am showcasing for ourLondon Super Trunk Show 2020is one that I have been most thoroughly impressed with as of late. Although they have
The New Double Monk – Atelier Du Tranchet
Atelier Du Tranchet has recently made several pairs of their version of a double-strap monk, one in black and one in brown. They are not the first to market to
Altan Bottier – Kubilaï Patina Now Available
In light of the grand popularity of the original Kubilaï winter hybrid boot by Altan Bottier, they have released a new, patina option version where you can now
The Shoe Snob – Unboxing Series – Altan Bottier
Here is the first of my video Unboxing Series, featuring Altan Bottier of Paris. I hope that you all enjoy it. Stay tuned for the write up on these boots
Altan Bottier – Reaching New Heights of Design
I have really been impressed with French shoemaker Altan as of late, but that admiration came to a whole new level when I saw their latest creation, the Kubilaï
Orban’s Side Zip ‘Beatle Boot’
I normally don't like things that have zippers on them but find the clean look of Orban's hidden side zip 'Beatle' style boot quite appealing, particularly in
Berluti Impresses on the Bespoke Side
Following yesterday's roast of Berluti's RTW atrocities, is the upside post about their Bespoke Program and the amazingness that comes out of that. I recently
Berluti Does It Again – Ruins Dress Shoes
It would appear that Berluti is ruining dress shoes more than creating great ones these days. And it pains me to write these types of posts against Berluti as
Going Green with Aubercy
Parisian shoemaker, Aubercy, makes a very awesome shade of green leather. One that they in fact, use a ton and that I love to see. It's a very deep, dark
Most Interesting Brands Today – The First 5
Altan Parisian shoemakers, Altan Bottier, have been coming out with some real interesting stuff lately. Their designs are uniquely bold. Their patinas are
LONDON SUPER TRUNK SHOW 2019 BRAND SHOWCASE #2 ALTAN BOTTIER
To read more about the London Super Trunk Show 2019, please clickHERE The 2nd shoe brand that I am showcasing for our London Super Trunk
Fusing Dress + Casual = Septieme Largeur
The traditional dress shoe is a harder and harder sell these days. People don't want leather soles, they 'want to be comfortable.' People can rock up to work in
Corthay NYC
I was visiting the recent Corthay trunk show at Leffot and saw lots of new things on the table and collection at Corthay which was nice as I felt that
Burgundy Wholecuts by Altan Bottier
I have been saying it for years. There needs to be more burgundy wholecuts�on the scene. Nice to see that someone has actually created a selection of them. Non
Septieme Largeur – Spring/Summer 2018 Line Up!
Septieme Largeur has made a clear statement this Summer with their color scheme of Snuff suede, Bottle Green suede and what looks like Deep Red Suede. Quite the
Aubercy Summer Sneakers – On Fire!
I am really loving Aubercy's dress sneakers range, particularly the new colorways for SS2018. It's not easy to make a dress sneaker, something sharp and elegant
Suede with Patina by Altan Bottier
Altan Bottier is not the first to give suede a patina but I do particularly like their style of giving patina to a suede wholecut�oxford. This kind of stainin
London Super Trunk Show 2018 – Partner: Mes Chaussettes Rouges
A new partner to this years London Super Trunk Show 2018 is the extraordinary sock retailers, Mes Chaussettes Rouges from Paris. About 8 years ago two young
Patina Croc Loafers via MTO by Septieme Largeur
As I get older, I start to like more and more crocodile/alligator�products but still mainly limited to loafers and small details. What I am not crazy about i