I find it absolutely amazing how many Japanese shoemakers today, were once just a person with a dream of starting their own bespoke shoe shop. None of them just
Archives for July 2012
A Tribute To Stefano Bemer
While I normally reserve Sunday for family day, as I am sure that many of you do too, I couldn't help but feel compelled to write something today, a day that
Shoes Of The Week – Aubercy Tassel Loafers
Picture Courtesy Of: So Black TieTime and time again, I am constantly impressed by what the French shoemaking firms are coming up with. Never do they really
What I Am Wearing – E.G. Cappelli Tie
For those that don't know, I am almost as much as a tie addict as I am a shoe addict. I don't have an official count to how many I actually own, but it must be
Today’s Favorites – George Cleverley Bespoke
Picture Courtesy of: Leather SoulThis is shoe porn at it's finest. To be able to see so many different people's idea of what to go for when going bespoke is
Riccardo Bestetti RTW Line: Update
Dear Readers,A few months ago, I showed you a preview of things to come from Mr. Riccardo Bestetti's Ready To Wear line. Well, today I have a bit more to show
Gaining Inspiration For Shoe Design
As most of you may know I just recently came back from Spain, of which the factory that is making my shoes is located, specifically in the town of Almansa,
EG Sale in London – Last Day…..
So after work yesterday I finally got my chance to head over to the Edward Green pop up sale to see if there was anything that I could not live without. Just so
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 – Carmina Double Monks
Dear All,I have come back from Spain, to be completely snowed in with work, emails and disappointment from external factors within one aspect of my business.
Shoes Of The Week – Landry Lacour Patina
Thinking about patinas, the most common thing that I believe comes to mind is just having your shoes died to another color, and giving it that brush stroke
What I Am Wearing – The Italian Way
I know that I have touched on this before, but I will repeat that one of my favorite things about the way in which Italians dress themselves, is the constant
Today’s Favorites – Tassel Loafers
Premise: "Let's get as many colors as we can into this shot!" Outcome: Successful!To me, this is quite a cool picture. While I certainly wouldn't execute most
Today’s Favorites – Quoddy Boat Shoes
I haven't been a huge fan of Quoddy in the past. Not that I did not like the brand, more so, just wasn't crazy about the way in which they designed their soles.
When You Go Bespoke, The World Is For Your Taking
CorthayHaving been heavily involved for some time now within the bespoke world of both shoes and suits, I have seen my fair share of the end results to customer
Shoes Of The Week – Crockett & Jones MTO Spectator
In light of the old vintage Crockett & Jones shoes that I put up awhile back (HERE), a reader sent me a picture of one of his own MTO concoction put together by
Shoes Of The Week – Crockett & Jones MTO Spectator
In light of the old vintage Crockett & Jones shoes that I put up awhile back (HERE), a reader sent me a picture of one of his own MTO concoction put together by
What I Am Wearing – Going Bold!
Ever since I have come to England, I feel as though I have become a tad bit more conservative, which isn't a bad thing at all as I sometimes pushed the limits
Today’s Favorites – Albaladejo Inheritance Shoes
According to legend, before there was Carmina, there was just the Albaladejo family making shoes under their family name. I am not quite sure how far this stems
Today’s Favorites – Custom Boat Shoes
Many of you may know how much of a sucker I am for a nice boat shoe which probably stems from my lack of� enthusiasm for flip flops, and therefore needing
A Shoe For Every Color
Septieme Largeur - Light GrayThe best thing about the modern dress shoe industry is this ability to possess practically any color of shoe that you want. With