It's amazing the amount of shoe industry lies you read these days about 'handmade this', 'no middlemen that', 'the best leather in the world', etc. I feel that
Shoe Colors Online vs Real Life
Shoe colors online vs real life is one of the great difficulties in online purchasing, not only in achieving perfection as the brand but deciphering reality as
Dress Shoe Price vs Quality
The dress shoe price vs quality ratio is not always easily understood. You have cheap shoes that appear flawless and expensive shoes that appear flawed. Why is
Are Toe Taps Necessary?
Are toe taps necessary? This is a question many will ask themselves when entering the world of fine footwear. Prior to this, the idea of the toe tap probably
The Podcast, Ep. 13 – What Does Dressing Up Mean To You?
What does dressing up mean to you? What does dressing up mean to me is a question we should all evaluate and ask ourselves. For me, dressing up means
Why Wholecut Oxfords Are More Expensive
Have you ever wondered why wholecut oxfords are more expensive and often cost more than other models of the oxford family? You might think to yourself that it
The Expert Blogger – Why You Need Them
Lately, many individuals have shifted their 'search of knowledge' to forums instead of seeking it from trusted experts who have their own sites and usually a
Lasted Shoe Trees Are A Pain
Lasted shoe trees are a pain for those not truly experienced with them. If you got bothered by the title of the post, please read on to understand better. I
The Differences in Suede
Like most leathers, suede can be complex, inconsistent, and vary greatly from hide to hide. Let us take a look at a very simple example of this with two pairs
Why Does MTO Take So Long?
Most of us hate to wait for anything. We have been so spoiled with instant gratification that the idea of waiting for your special product to be made, no longer
How To Spot A Cheap Shoe
How to spot a cheap shoe is not always easy. There are a lot of posers in the industry that try to pass off as a good quality product but it is really just a
The Delusion of the Uncreased Leather
Believing in the delusion of the uncreased leather is akin to believing in unicorns. It's incredible how many people apparently believe in unicorns these days.
Recommended Shoe Cobblers
My Recommended Shoe Cobblers Shoe cobblers are having a revival thanks to social media. Their skills are finally being spread in real-time videos thanks to
Sneakers vs. Loafers: Finding the Perfect Style for Every Occasion
Knowing whether to buy and/or wear sneakers vs loafers is a conundrum that is gaining traction each day as we enter a more dress-relaxed business world. In the
The Podcast – Ep. 11 – Your Shoes Are Not Handmade
Your shoes are not handmade. This is sadly the reality for most people yet so many walk around thinking and telling others that they are. The misuse of words
UK to US Shoe Size
US to UK shoe size ratios are not always apparent when shopping online. But it is important to know what you are selecting before you end up with a purchase
The Podcast – Ep. 10 – The Pre Order Industry
The Pre Order is nothing new. It is as old as the retail industry. But the rise of the Pre Order Industry is something that I feel will be shown more and more
Spectators: Not Always A “Loud” Shoe
Spectators are unfairly written off as an exceptionally niche, Summer-only style. We believe they're actually a versatile year-round design! Read onwards to
Know Your Shoe Brushes
There is a world of shoe brushes most of us do not even think about. I won't even lie. Prior to trying these ones out earlier this year, I had never even
Balmorals vs Oxfords
In the US, you often hear people referring to oxfords as balmorals. This is completely wrong. Unless, of course, that specific oxford is a 'balmoral oxford.'
How To Avoid Getting Scammed By Fake Shoe Brands
The internet has done many great things for the shoe industry but also invited many bad people to the table. The worst for the shoe industry is the fake shoe
Cushion vs Support
The idea of comfort is subjective and it often boils down to the idea of cushion vs support. In America, we are trained to believe that what has the most
The Do’s and Don’ts of Dress Shoes
The Do's and Don'ts of dress shoes are not as easily realized as one might think. And it greatly depends on your idea of the rules. Rules from 100 years ago are
What Makes A Shoe Its Price?
Achieving a shoe's price is not a science. At the end of the day, you can price your footwear how you want. There are suggested markups and ideologies about a
