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July 23, 2015
How To Redesign A Classic: The Chuck II
Fast Co Design covers the recreation of the Converse All-Star, maybe the most iconic sneaker in the world. The goal…
July 20, 2015
How To Raise A Shine On Shell Cordovan
Want to know a dirty secret? Shell cordovan – that durable and robust leather known for its luster – doesn’t…
July 15, 2015
Repairing Alden’s Shell Cordovan Boots
Although we all know well-made shoes can last for decades with the occasional resoling, it’s always amazing to see the…
July 9, 2015
For True Water Protection
For fun, here’s a shot of Chris’ Outdoorsman boots. They’re heavier than his C&Js, and come up higher on the…
July 9, 2015
A Fisherman’s Approach To Shoe Care
Workwear has been en vogue now for over a decade, and its rise in popularity is deeply tied to our…
June 8, 2015
(More) Common Projects Alternatives
Since our roundup of alternative to Common Projects last year, a few more brands have popped up on our radars. Epaulet has…
June 1, 2015
What’s In A Shoe?
Given what shoes cost nowadays, it’s important to know whether you’re getting something of quality. Most of our readers will…
April 13, 2015
A Little Bull
Spit shines (otherwise known as bull polishing) can breathe new life into old shoes. The trick is to not overdo…
March 26, 2015
Ten Great Sneakers For Spring
I love hard bottom shoes, but spring is a great time to wear sneakers. You can pair them with most…
March 10, 2015
Update: After Inquiries To Campanile, These Ain’t Shell Cordovan.
Update: After inquiries to Campanile, these ain’t shell cordovan. What a bummer. Per Aliotsy: “Although they refer to this leather on…
March 6, 2015
The Rise Of Sneaker Culture Exhibit
The Brooklyn Museum will have an exhibit this summer on the rise of sneaker culture. The exhibit will look at look…
March 6, 2015
Q & Answer: Where Do I Find Wide Shoes?
Jason asks: I have wide feet. Flipper wide. My comfortable shoe size varies between makers, but my most comfortable dressy shoes…
March 5, 2015
Q & Answer: How To Clean Suede Shoes
Eric writes: I have an oil stain on some suede oxfords. Happened when I accidentally dropped some food on them….
February 20, 2015
Q & Answer: Dyeing Shoes
jonathangreen asks: I am wondering about dyeing leather shoes. Getting married this summer and wanted green leather shoes – not…
February 16, 2015
Dealing With Salt Stains
The end of winter can be a real nightmare for leather shoes. When the snow is half-melted and slushy, it’s…
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