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November 28, 2009
It’s On Ebay: Gieves & Hawkes “Buckshot” Oxfords
Buckshot shoes are so-called because their seemingly random broguing is said to suggest leather that was put up on a…
November 27, 2009
It’s On Ebay!
Nettleton plain-toe bluchers. Made in the US of A. Suitable for stomping on just about anything. Starting at .99, ends…
November 17, 2009
A Brave Soul Has Taken On The Vital Issue Of SHOELACE SECURITY
Finally, a brave soul has taken on the vital issue of SHOELACE SECURITY. Tim wrote to us that he couldn’t…
November 17, 2009
Q And Answer: Recommendable Black Shoes?
Matt writes: I must thank your blog for filling a gap in my life I didn’t know existed. I am…
November 17, 2009
It’s On Sale!
We’ve recommended the Red Wing Gentleman’s Traveler before as an excellent casual boot to pair with jeans and chinos. A…
November 16, 2009
It’s On Ebay! Romano Martegani “Pisa” In Suede
When customers refuse or return custom orders, Ron Rider, the owner of Romano Martegani, posts them at a significant discount…
November 14, 2009
Q And Answer: What To Wear With Black Jeans?
Eric writes: My problem seems almost too basic. I am having a problem finding a good pair of shoes for…
November 12, 2009
Feiyue Shoes Are The People’s Sneaker Of China
Feiyue shoes are the people’s sneaker of China. They were originally designed for use in martial arts, particularly Wushu, the…
November 11, 2009
Q And Answer: Basic Shoe Care
Alvin writes: I keep having issues dealing with wear on my brown leather shoes. Specifically the toes. On the first…
November 10, 2009
My Arrow Moccasins
If you asked me what my favorite shoes were, I’d have to say my Arrow Moccasins. Arrow is a family…
November 5, 2009
Crocs Are The Free Plan Of Footwear
In the blog Archinect, Mark Faulkner writes that Crocs, the nightmarishly ugly boating and gardening shoe for children, are “the…
November 5, 2009
A Visit To The Horween Leather Factory On Archival Clothing
A visit to the Horween Leather factory on Archival Clothing.
November 4, 2009
Q & Answer: Matching Socks To Shoes
Chris S. writes: What considerations are necessary in the cuff/sock/shoe colour/pattern decsisionmaking flowchart? A good question, Chris. We can start…