For those that don't already know, I am a boot guy. So bad in fact that I recently had to drastically downscale my collection as prior to selling off a ton of
Norman Vilalta’s Latest Models
I had a nice, quick visit with my good friend Norman Vilalta the other day as he was showcasing at Leffot of NYC. Each time I see his collection, I am more and
Last Weekend of PreSale A/W18 Collection – J.FitzPatrick Footwear
My shoe brand, J.FitzPatrick Footwear, is in the final weekend of it's Autumn/Winter 2018 PreSale. If you happen to like any of the models coming and wish to
Happy New Year from The Shoe Snob!
2017 has been a tough year on many levels but probably the best year yet in reality, as I learned a lot about life, struggle, appreciation, the fact that life
Pet Peeves in The Shoe Industry – Part 2 – Scuffing
One thing that really baffles me is when people can't imagine how scuffs got on their shoes and then blame the manufacturer for this. It's incredible too that
J.FitzPatrick Footwear GMTO – Last Weekend!!
We are in the last days of our 2nd round of GMTO offering here�at J.FitzPatrick Footwear�. There are a couple that are near completion so don
The Idea of Great Photography
I have beat it into the head so many times but the more I am in this industry and the more that I use social media and modern ways to market and understand
Hiking Boot Style Goes Strong with Sperry
When I went to Pitti this time around, I saw a good amount of the classic alpine boot done in all kinds of variations. I even saw some really great ones by one
J.FitzPatrick A/W2015 Stock Now In – Round 2!
Well, it has been an interesting season as half of my A/W15 stock was released back in September and the rest of it just came in. This was due to a massive
Feit Wool Hiker
Okay, so I am now back in Mayfair of London and just going through all of the motions of moving and getting back up to simple organizational standards. But that
New Scarpe di Bianco at Pitti Uomo 87
Another brand that I always enjoy visiting while I am at Pitti Uomo is Scarpe di Bianco. Apart from enjoying a nice catch up with owner William White,
J.FitzPatrick A/W Shoes Now In Stock!
The A/W stock to my footwear line, J.FitzPatrick Footwear, has finally arrived! For this season I have stepped out of the classic dress shoe type and
Del Toro Trek Sneaker – Great Minds Think Alike?
It's been awhile since I have written about Del Toro brand and what they are doing. They have always been on my radar since I first wore/reviewed their slippers
J.FitzPatrick Update: Size UK6/6.5 — Winter Models — Stock Refill
Normally I don't like to write about my brand too close together (date wise) but I know that many of you have been waiting for my UK6 and UK6.5 size selection
More Blue Boots – By Meermin
Blue is going to be the new black, mark my words. Obviously it is not going to replace black in the business setting but I think that we are going to be seeing
Ronnie Fieg’s Fashion Hikers
I have always had an internal battle with winter and the attire. On one hand, I absolutely love the idea of getting bundled up and layering lovely
The Fashionable Hiking Boot
Merrell x Collette Collaboration (Picture from Shoe Buff)I saw a surge of this type of boot in last year's Autumn/Winter seasons but I have a feeling that this