Espadrilles have long been the go-to summer shoe, but not all are created equal. Many are uncomfortable, wear out quickly, and feel more like beach slippers
New Model Alert: Yearn’s Capri Loafers
This Summer, it is all about thin soles, unlined leathers, and sleek profiles. Yearn's Capri loafers capture all of that, plus add a unique element not really
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
Yearn’s Heritage Museum Shoes: New Collection
Museum calf lovers will appreciate Yearn's Heritage Museum Shoes, a new collection that the upcoming Chinese Shoemaker recently added to their offering. There
Interview: Wilbur Tu of Graziat Taipei
In this Graziat Taipei Interview, we will talk with Wilbur Tu, the owner and founder of his great brand of striking footwear. His brand is relatively unknown in
Yearn Shoemaker’s Artisanal Line
Yearn Shoemaker has recently introduced their new Artisanal Line. The collection features some upgrades to the finishing that will come as a standard to the
Up Close Details – Oct. Tenth Double Monks
Here we take a closer look at these incredible double monkstraps by Chinese shoe brand, Oct. Tenth. Oct. Tenth is a relatively newer brand that came out a few
Yeossal Annual Sale + New Website
Yeossal's annual sale is live, with the majority of their products discounted. But to make things even more enticing, Yeossal is offering a further 10% discount
Yearn Shoemaker Review
Yearn Shoemaker has been making some waves in the industry and here we are with a review to back it up. I first got ahold of this pair a few years back as it
Boots Like You Have Never Seen
Xibao Shoemaker made some boots like you have never seen before. Most might think for good reason, but when I see these, I see art. Personally, I would never
China Shoe Trunk Show 2023
The China Shoe Trunk Show was created by a well-known Chinese shoe blogger who was inspired by the Super Trunk Show that Jesper and I put on and created his own
Unboxing Series – ACME Shoemaker MTO
Here we take a look at ACME Shoemaker's MTO collection to see what you can achieve when going custom on your order. Now the 3rd time on the channel, ACME
Up Close Details Series – Yearn Shoemaker
Here we take a closer look at the details of the handwelted lazyman brogue by Yearn shoemaker, an exciting new brand out of China. The shoes are
Unboxing Series – Yearn Shoemaker ‘New Last & Model’
Here we take a look at a pair Yearn shoemakers' new collection for the upcoming seasons. A new last, a new model, and a new look. Currently only
Sons of Henrey x Oct. Tenth
For some, this post has been a long time coming. And truth be told, it's been a while since I needed to write about these two brands, that ultimately fall under
Up Close Details Series – Mattina
Here we take a closer look at Chinese Shoemaker, Mattina. Based out of Shanghai, Mattina is making some of the most reasonably-priced Goodyear welted
Yearn’s Natural Sole Collection
Chinese Shoemaker, Yearn, has been making some very cool pieces as of late. I am particularly fond of this 'Summery' look that they have been giving their
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
The Side Zip Boot by Graziat Taipei
My own hypocrisy as of late has been quite entertaining as I sit and realize how different my tastes are from 5 years ago. It would appear that everything that
Video Series – Up Close Details – Acme Shoemaker Galaxy Patina
Here we take a closer look at the exquisite Galaxy Patina shoe/wallet combo that I commissioned with Acme Shoemaker, out of China. A pair that defies
Unboxing Series – Mattina Shoes
Here we take a look at a new brand in the industry, Mattina shoes, hailing out of China, near Shangai. Originally a factory that made
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
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
