There are some people who are not too happy with the new direction of John Lobb's design and ethos. Putting myself in the mind of the customer, I can
John Lobb Paris Bespoke – A Cut Above
I have always liked John Lobb Paris, but if I am going to be really really honest, none of their shoes have ever really WOWED me. They make a beautifully well
New Models Around the Globe
I don't know why I never did this before. I guess that I was just too busy thinking about finding the coolest shoes that I could, but obviously with the web at
The New Trend = Museum Calf
It's always interesting (and fascinating) to see what the latest trend in the shoe industry is. The last big one was the craze of double monks and the next one
Spring Time is Here – Get Your Good Shoes out!
The sun is out and I could not be happier. It was a long, cold, dark winter here in London and some consistent sun has been much needed. Although I am not
Monday Shoe Heaven
Dear Readers, I am quite pressed for time today so no time to create a whole lot of text here. But stayed tuned for tomorrow where I write my first
Beauty Is So Simple – John Lobb…
Picture Courtesy of Steps & StyleWhile I love uniqueness and eccentricity, sometimes I find that the cleanest and simplest things are the most beautiful. This
John Lobb x Paul Smith = Absolute Greatness!
I know that I have been on a roll with my 'How To Become A Shoe Designer' thread, but as many people may not want to become one, nor really care to read about
Shoes Of The Week – John Lobb Paris Bespoke
I have always been curious as to the making of a John Lobb Paris bespoke shoe and just recently my curiosity managed to get fulfilled as a customer just so
Today’s Favorites – John Lobb
This shoe, by John Lobb, called 'Abbey' just might be my all-time favorite shoe ever created by the illustrious maker. There are many things that draw me to it.
The eBay Experience
I have never been someone who has had a whole lot of patience, unfortunate as that may be. This downfall has prohibited me from taking part in many
Today’s Favorites – John Lobb Saddle Shoes
I never tire of seeing how many different ways a saddle shoe can be executed, especially when the color combinations are quite bold and unusual, such as this
5 Essential Shoes For Winter
Like in all seasons, there are certain shoes that you find yourself gravitating towards more so than others. As yesterday might have just marked one of the
Surprise Visit From Mr. Hugo Jacomet
Photo Courtesy Of: Mr Andy BarnhamNow some of you may or may not know who Mr. Hugo Jacomet is, but if you don't, please allow me to introduce to you the author
Shoes — Part 2: Style Names & Terminology — Boots
As you many very well know, boots come in all shapes, sizes and styles. And even today they are ever-evolving, as I shall share an example (of something new and
Today’s Favorites – Customer’s Shoes
While I feel like it has been forever since I have written, really it has only been almost exactly 48 hours, which is not that long, in fact, to go without a
Today’s Favorites – John Lobb Boots
The jodhpur boot is one of the most intriguing boots around. Not as plain as the chelsea boot, but by far more elegant. I love a shoe/boot that is clean looking
Shoe Pricing – From Cost of Production to Retail Price
The hardest thing about starting a shoe line, or really just starting your business plan to a shoe line, is coming up with the price that you want to sell your
The Whole-Cut Loafer
When you think about traditional English shoes styles, what usually comes to mind are brogues. But what I just noticed not too long ago is that the majority of
Today’s Favorites – Black Cap Toe’s
Shoe Above: a.Testoni Shoe Above: Anthony Delos Shoes Above: Gaziano & Girling Shoes Above: John Lobb Shoes Above: Stefano BemerConsidering that black cap toe's
Blue Suede Shoes
Shoes: Salvatore Ferragamo "Fausto" There is something about a blue suede shoe that just speaks to me. Maybe it's because my favorite color is blue, maybe it's
4 Shoe Essentials For Autumn
This summer has been quite interesting with it's record highs and record lows and yet while it is still only the beginning of September, I am ready for autumn
Shoe Of The Day
Trying to find a good looking "dress sneaker" is a tough thing to do. Although, the premium-leather sneaker idea is on the rise so now is the best time to find
Monk Straps
Why don't you ever see anyone wear monk strap shoes? I really can't figure it out. You hardly ever see them for sale at stores and even more rarely see them