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
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 Wear Dress Shoes?
When you are young, the thought of wearing dress shoes probably does not enter your mind too often, not at least in the sense that you will be actively doing so
Shoe Industry Secrets: Production Times
There are a lot of shoe industry secrets used to romanticize shoemaking. All of those videos you watch about the 300 steps to make a pair of shoes and shoes
Norman Vilalta On The Marketplace
Norman Vilalta is officially on The Shoe Snob Marketplace with eight models to choose from at discounts up to 60% off. If you are lucky enough to find your size
The Tarsal Brogue
I remember first discovering the tarsal brogue way back when on a pair of Riccardo Bestetti shoes, back when my good friend was still around making some of the
New Models On The Marketplace – June 2024
The Shoe Snob Marketplace is growing. We are getting more and more products and brands on board that want to sell their shoes there. Even more importantly,
Norman Vilalta Belts x J.Hopenstand
Norman Vilalta now has belts as part of his recent collaboration with Swiss beltmaker, J.Hopenstand. The Arroyo belt, as it is coined, is available as part of a
Norman Vilalta 1202 Heritage Collection
Norman Vilalta's 1202 Heritage collection is something to see. I was recently in Barcelona and had the pleasure of spending some time in Norman's atelier,
The Decon Chukka Boot – Redefining The Classic Model
Norman Vilalta's Decon Chukka Boot is easily the coolest pair of chukka boots that exist. I say this for two reasons. 1. It is not easy to reinvent the classic
Dark Teal Oxfords by Norman Vilalta
Norman Vilalta has recently put out a pair of teal oxfords that took my breath away when I first saw them. Not really, but you know what I mean! Now,
Up Close Details: Norman Vilalta ‘Decon Chelsea’
Here we take a closer look at Norman Vilalta's Decon Chelsea boot and all of the subtle details that make them great! A world-class boot with
Unboxing Series – Norman Vilalta
Here we unbox a pair of the famous Decon Chelsea boots by Norman Vilalta. Norman Vilalta, for me, is one of the most exciting makers in the industry. He is
London Super Trunk Show – 5 Days To Go & Special Announcement
The London Super Trunk Show is officially 5 days away now! Let's jump into the Special Announcement: FREE SHOE SHINES ON THE DAY Jesper, of Shoegazing,
Leffot x Norman Vilalta – New PreOrder Drop
For the last post of the year, I want to help support my friends by showing you all these amazing shoes that Norman Vilalta has made in collaboration
Norman Vilalta – Derby Tarsal Brogue GMTO
I am going to keep it short and sweet as it is a very busy Monday today, but I was floored when I saw these new Tarsal Brogue derbys by Norman Vilalta which are
Leffot x Norman Vilalta – PreOrder Exclusive
Leffot has some cool things in the works with one of his brands stocked, Norman Vilalta. Together, they made some exclusive models, found only at Leffot, in
Commando Soles – The Latest Trend
Commando Sole Shoes - A New Addition To The Welted Shoe Industry There is nothing new about Commando soles shoes. They have been around for the longest
An American Classic Revisited – The Dirty Buck
I have always appreciated the idea of the classic American nubuck derby but never found one I truly loved until Norman Vilalta put his artistic
New Models by Norman Vilalta
Norman Vilalta has been working hard on creating one of the most beautiful and unique collections around. His styles always have small 'twists by Norman', his
Norman Vilalta Crushing The Shoe Game
Norman has a great series of imagery for his latest collections of shoes. And these shots and shoes, more importantly, are mind-blowing. I particularly like
London Super Trunk Show 2020 Brand Showcase #2: Norman Vilalta
Our 2nd showcase is none other than my good friend, Norman Vilalta, one of the shoemakers I most respect in this industry. Norman is one of the only brands
London Super Trunk Show 2020
IMPORTANT NOTE NEW DATE! Postponed from April 25 to Saturday, October 10 due to the coronavirus situation. More info below. We are happy to once again invite
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
