Carmina Summer Sale 2025 The Carmina Summer Sale 2025 is now live, and there are more models than ever! They have 121 options available in the men's
World Championships of Shoemaking 2025 – The Top Ten
We finally have the substantial review of all 25 competition shoes that entered this year’s World Championships of Shoemaking 2025. Here you will find all of
Septieme Largeur Summer Sale 2025
The Septieme Largeur Summer Sale 2025 is here! As expected, there’s a solid lineup of stylish shoes on offer—with discounts reaching up to 50% off. Most
Crockett & Jones Summer Sale 2025
The Crockett & Jones Summer Sale 2025 has officially begun—and it’s kicking off earlier than ever, arriving right at the start of July. If you’re a fan of
Meermin Giveaway
There is nothing better than winning something, especially when the only thing you have to do to be considered is provide your email address. And that is
Bridlen Founders 25 – Unboxing Series
Today, we look at the Bridlen Founders 25 collection. This is Bridlen's top tier range of shoes that come in just below $400 retail price. The offering is
Why A Shoe Size Guide Can Be Misleading
The Myth of the Universal Shoe Size Guide Let’s get this straight: there is no such thing as a universal shoe size guide. There’s no shoe size that fits
Why Men Refuse to Wear the Right Shoe Size
It’s been quite a while since I’ve added to my rant series on what drives me nuts in the shoe industry, so here we are again—another point to check off the
Where Has The Shoe Industry Gone?
Where Has The Shoe Industry Gone? This is a blog post that I wrote in 2018. It is amazing to see the foresight (not trying to pat my own back here) that I had
NY Super Trunk Show 2025 – Save The Date
The NY Super Trunk Show 2025 is set and scheduled for October 4th at the same location as the previous two years. Stay tuned as we announce an exciting
The Medallion King – Hiro Yanagimachi
Japanese shoemaker Hiro Yanagimachi is The Medallion King. Never before have I seen so many options from one shoemaker. When we think of customizations in
John Lobb Store Visit: London
During my last visit to London, in May, I actually dedicated some time to capturing the essence of Jermyn Street and what it offers in terms of shoes. Part of
J.FitzPatrick Online Sample Sale 2025: Now Live!
The J.FitzPatrick Online Sample Sale 2025 is now live! After a great in-person pop-up sale, we now leave all of the stock online for the world to get their
CNES Spring Sale 2025 – 25% Off + More!
The CNES Spring Sale 2025 has kicked off with a good selection of shoes at 25% off. Some of these shoes are already discounted, and the 25% off is a further
The Elegant Oxford Shoe Shine Masterclass
The Elegant Oxford Shoe Shine Masterclass We’re thrilled to announce two of the most exclusive MasterClasses in The Elegant Oxford’s history—featuring two
The Crocodile King
When it comes to alligator or crocodile, in virtually any color you want, The Crocodile King, aka Karl Chu, is the man you should be looking to contact.
Gaziano & Girling Receive The Royal Warrant
British shoemakers, Gaziano & Girling receive the Royal Warrant by Appointment as shoemakers to His Majesty The King. In the UK, this is the most notable
Crockett & Jones Factory Tour
The Crockett & Jones Factory Tour has been at least 10 years in the making. From 2010 until 2017, I lived in London, and during that time, while building my
New Model Alert: Yearn Shoemaker Amalfi Loafer
The new Yearn Shoemaker Amalfi loafer is exactly the kind of innovation and style that I love to see. Kudos to Yearn Shoemaker for taking the new trend of soft
What Makes a Good Shoe? Fit and Quality Explained
Figuring out what makes a good shoe isn’t always straightforward. It’s a highly personal question with subjective answers. But from years of experience in 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
The Red Bull Story – My First Foreword
The Red Bull Story is one many of us recognize in name, but few truly know in depth. We all know Red Bull—it’s practically everywhere—but how did it get there?
Trying Dress Shoes with Athletic Socks
I have sold a lot of shoes to a lot of guys throughout my career, not only to men purchasing shoes from my own brand but also selling all types of shoes at
Hand Sewing the Upper: A True Craftsmanship Challenge
Hand sewing the upper is a demanding and meticulous process. At first glance, especially through pictures, it may appear straightforward—but don’t be fooled.
