I love a good success story—especially when it’s about someone who, despite all odds, chases their dream with relentless passion. That’s exactly what Emi Liao,
Norman Vilalta Velazquez – The Most Unique Jodhpur Boot
The Norman Vilalta Velazquez Boot Finally Joins the 1202 Heritage Line For years, I’ve admired the Norman Vilalta Velazquez boot—a truly unique take on the
Why Brand History Shouldn’t Dictate Shoe Pricing
Brand History and Shoe Pricing: What You Should Know In recent years, I've been highlighting newer shoemakers from China — such as Yim Shoemaker, Yearn
‘Handmade’ is no longer making shoes by hand
The word 'handmade' really means little these days. It is used so commonly by people/brands that its true value no longer exists. And that doesn't even take
Carmina 3D Bespoke – Unboxing
After long-awaited anticipation, I have finally unboxed my Carmina 3D Bespoke shoes, and here are my thoughts. I got measured up for these a little over a year
Upcycle Your Shoes
When you are resourceful you can turn something unused into something useful. Mr. Renworks of Instagram did just that in this very cool upcycle shoe project he
A New Style of Boot: The Balmoral Jodhpur
Filipino shoemaker, Sapatero, has introduced a new style of jodhpur with a recent custom boot he made for one of his clients. I call it: The Balmoral Jodhpur.
Castez Ermili Bespoke Boots – Next Level Artwork
These Castez Ermili Bespoke Boots are a pure work of art. And it comes as no surprise when you consider that two artists got together to make these boots. Those
Monkey Boots by Don’s Footwear
Historically, I have never been a fan of monkey boots. Until I saw this pair by Don's Footwear that placed all of the lines in the right spot and nailed that
Up Close Details Series – The Last Shoemaker’s ‘Berry Monkstrap’
Here we take a closer look at The Last Shoemaker's Berry Monkstrap that I recently unboxed. A completely handmade shoe at $440, there are a lot of
Winson Shoemaker – Spiral Cut Monkstrap Boot
Another crazy busy day has left me with little time to write the longer post that I had planned but that will come soon. Instead, I leave you with this
World Championships in Shoemaking 2022 – A Review Of All Competition Shoes Part 2 (the rest)
****Warning: Super Heavy Picture Post**** This post was put together and written entirely by Jesper Ingevaldsson of Shoegazing.com This is part
Acme Shoemaker – Black Panther Shoes
Acme Shoemaker has recently created a display piece for the upcoming London Super Trunk Show that shows what creativity and desire can get you in
Kenjiro Kawashima – Head of Bespoke for Norman Vilalta
When the explore page on Instagram is actually showing you 'like content' and not the latest 'influencer' garbage, you can sometimes discover some pretty cool
Acme Shoemaker Website Now Live
Happy Friday! So, here is some big news for all of the fans out there. The newly famous Chinese brand, Acme Shoemaker, which has taken the industry by storm
Boots On My Mind – Acme Shoemaker
I always appreciate two-tone combinations that come out better than expected or even more so, unique combinations that you might never think to put together yet
ACME Shoemaker – The Review
*** Warning: Picture heavy post. The pair was gifted with no strings attached. I was never asked to review these but I do so for all of you. Opinions are all my
Jim & Jun Shoemaker – Artist Series
Chinese shoemaker Gordon Wang aka Jim & Jun Shoemaker has recently launched a new series of shoes dubbed the 'Artist Series,' whereby he created 3 very
Up & Coming Shoemaker – Fumu SG
Following someone's journey in the shoe world, is always something that makes me happy. Especially when I know that I had a part in influencing that journey. I
Blue Sharkskin Boots – Castez Ermili
I love to see the brain being creative and coming up with ideas never before executed. These blue sharkskin boots by Argentinian shoemaker Castez Ermili (based
The Sharpest Derby I Have Seen
If you have read my blog for more than a year you probably know that I am not a huge fan of derby shoes. Something about them just doesn't really appeal to me
Acme Shoemaker – Most Anticipated Brand of 2020
A lot of shoe greatness has been coming out of China and despite what you might feel about that country right now, setting aside personal biases, no one can
Winson Shoemaker – Next Level Craftsmanship from Indonesia
Indonesian shoemaker, Winson Shoemaker, has recently blown my mind with one of his latest pairs made for a prominent IG shoe aficionado @thatguysshoes . I was
Acme Shoemaker – New Maker on the Block
There is a new Chinese shoemaker from Beijing that is coming out with some very elegant shoes. I just recently discovered them on Instagram and was blown away
