(picture courtesy of Classic Shoes for Men Seeing vintage shoes is always a treat for me as it represents a time where our traditional oxford (the way in
Meermin Mallorca Greatness!!!
Dear Readers,So, today is another day that I simply don't have the capacity to think of witty or intelligent things to say, nor do I really have the time, so as
King Of The Spectator – Barbanera
There is a new Italian shoe company, Barbanera (which means 'black beard'), that has popped onto the scene (end of 2011) and seems to be making some headway
A Bit of Purple Action – Clarence Clifford….
For awhile there had been some rustling noises about the old Edward Green factory being occupied by a new and upcoming brand. That brand (at first) consisted of
Ed Et Al — Remastered
A good businessman should always do at least one of two things (if not both): treat their employees well and listen to the concerns of their customers in
Today’s Favorites – Spectators
Dear Readers,I am sorry but I won't have enough time today to bust out my usual long Monday post, but I promise that I will do my best to get it out by
Shoes Of The Week – Stefano Bemer Spectators MTO
Carrying on the subject of green in one's attire (from yesterday's post), are a pair of MTO Stefano Bemers that were originally made for a Japanese customer,
Today’s Favorites – Vass-tacular!
Picture Courtesy Of: Style ForumVass is one of those brands that I believe no proper shoe wardrobe should be without. This is why I always feel ashamed that I
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
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
What I Am Wearing – Le Noeud Papillon
Not long ago a reader of the blog, who also happens to be the owner of Le Noeud Papillon, sent me a bow tie in gratitude of the blog, which I found to be very
Today’s Favorites – The Circle Of Shoes
Photo Courtesy Of: Parisian GentlemanThe thing that I love about French gentleman, is that they are not afraid to push the envelope in regards to sartorial
Shoes Of The Week – Crockett & Jones Archives
For the shoes alone, sometimes I wished that I was alive back in the 1910's-30's. Seeing that Gatsby-esque model on the left makes me understand how truly far
Shoes Of The Week – Crockett & Jones Archives
For the shoes alone, sometimes I wished that I was alive back in the 1910's-30's. Seeing that Gatsby-esque model on the left makes me understand how truly far
Best Dressed Man In London
First note: I am not a professional photographer, hence the angle of this picture making his jacket look way too long and his torso very disproportionate. But
What I Am Wearing
The Astaire by Gaziano & Girling is hands-down my all-time favorite spectator (co-respondent). Every different part of it was designed perfectly, particularly
What I Am Wearing
Before coming to England, I can wholeheartedly admit that I did not have a clue about suits and good tailoring. I used to even work in a place that sold (what I
Shoes Of The Week – Laszlo Vass MTO Spectators
I absolutely love a nice spectator (co-respondent), and this my friends, is among the nicest that I have seen to this day. It doesn't surprise me either, as
What I Am Wearing – Spectators
It's not very often that I break out my pair of 1920's Chicago gangster-style spectators, but I always love the reactions that I get when I do. It's funny,
J.Fitzpatrick & Gaziano & Girling Collaboration
I don't know how many of you remember, but before I ever went to have my collection made up in Spain, I went to Tony Gaziano to learn how to make a pattern. He
J.Fitzpatrick & Gaziano & Girling Collaboration
I don't know how many of you remember, but before I ever went to have my collection made up in Spain, I went to Tony Gaziano to learn how to make a pattern. He
Shoes Of The Week – Saint Crispins
When I first saw this pair in one single color (posted here) I fell in love with them. But when I saw this pair, by Saint Crispins, in a multiple leather type
More Japanese Shoes: Otsuka M-5
While this might be sad to hear (for it shows just how much of a freak that I am), I do not think that there are many things more exciting than discovering new
Shoes — Part 2: Style Names & Terminology — Derby’s, Monk Straps & Others
With the second installment of 'Style Names & Terminology,' I will finish off laced shoes and monkstraps, before getting onto loafers and boots. As I mentioned