It is odd as I feel like I have known about Massaro for about 10 years, but when scouring my blog for their name could not come up with anything. I found that
Stephane Jimenez Signature Oxford
French bespoke shoemaker, Stephane Jimenez, makes some of the most striking shoes you will see. A lot of what he does are oxfords. Not sure if this is his
Corthay’s New E-Commerce Site
The one blessing the last 2 years has given the world of retail is the push for online accessibility for those that lacked it. Traditionally, Corthay was a
Francis Waplinger Strikes Again
Bespoke Shoemaker, Francis Waplinger, out of Brooklyn, NYC has once again come out with something that is truly unique and quite intriguing. And that is a pair
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
Video Series – Up Close Details – Paolo Scafora
Here we take a look at Paolo Scafora's exquisite footwear and the details that make his footwear so unique. One of the kings of construction there is no
Ichigo Ichie Shoemaker – Kai Loafer
There are loafers and then there are LOAFERS. This loafer is the latter. Made by Ichigo Ichie Shoemaker, aka Lee Trung, out of Japan, this loafer was
Corthay’s Rock Shoe – Something To Behold
Personally speaking, I am not one for extreme anything. I used to be, back when I wore purple velour Ferragamo bit loafers and banana yellow Prada loafers
Green Nubuck Alligator by Cleverley
It would appear that I am clearly becoming more of a fan of alligator leather as I find myself more and more drawn to shoes made in this unique hide,
Atelier Du Tranchet – Next Level Hi-Tops
French bespoke house, Atelier du Tranchet, has been coming out with some very curious shoes these days. On second thought, most of their shoes are curious and
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
Francis Waplinger – Better With Each Pair
Francis Waplinger has been really honing in on his skills pair after pair that I see of this. It is actually quite intriguing to really see the increasing
Ace of Spades – Your Spade Sole Provider
I have never actually been a fan of the spade sole for my own personal use, but I have always appreciated the aggressive look and craftsmanship behind it. I
Up Close Details – Video Series – Gaziano & Girling Optimum
So, in my quest to expand my ways of providing you all with knowledge, imagery, information etc on all things footwear, I realized that from my
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
The Shoe Snob – Unboxing Series – Gaziano & Girling Optimum Line
Here I unbox a pair of shoes by one of the most reputable shoe brands the world has ever known, Gaziano & Girling. Thie video highlights their new
Lasted Shoe Trees Are A Pain
Last shoe trees are a pain, for those not truly experienced with them. If you got triggered by the title of the post, calm down. I believe that if you could
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
Patrick Frei Strikes Again
What I love about Patrick Frei is that he does not do 'run of the mill' footwear. Even if the model is plain, he adds a design quirk that differentiates it
Next Level Sneakers – Masayuki Kaneko
I really think the hardest thing in shoemaking is combining sneaker elements with dress shoe design/style. And I tell you, these ones here by Japanese shoemaker
Elephant Boots by Alte Art – Next Level!
Well, there is a first for everything and this is the first elephant balmoral boot that I have ever seen. And man is it impressive! And it is no surprise from
Boot Progression by Hiro Yanagimachi
I have been a fan of Hiro Yanagimachi ever since they first came out on the scene of Instagram, way back when. And since then, it has been a pleasant stocking
Next Level Handstitching – Hiro Yanagimachi
What I always loved about Japanese Shoemaker Hiro Yanagimachi is their ability to maintain the most classic look while at the same time offering subtle details
