3 Basics about shoe wax and shoe polish.
When talking about shoe polishes, a wax polish that brings a mirror-like shine to your shoes is typically what comes into everyone’s mind. In order to take care of your shoes properly, you’ll need more than a wax polish to keep your shoes in great shape. You may have come across another type of polish […]
Unboxing Video – Meermin Shell Cordovan Boots – HOK Last – Burgundy – Shinki Hikaku leather
Shell Cordovan boots by Meermin Mallorca. Made with HOK last and with Shinki Hikaku shell cordovan leather. These Meermins were delivered as promised, in November. Quality: From the photos, you will see a tiny, tiny mark on the leather. But it doesn’t bother me at all. There is a tiny little hole in the back […]
Cheaney Tweed C Review
Cheaney Tweed Boots Tweed is a brogue boot from Joseph Cheaney and Sons. Cheaney is one of the fantastic shoemakers from Northhampton in the UK with a long, rich history. They are currently managed by the Church’s family who used to own Chuch’s shoes. I purchased these boots in 2016 brand new from Afarely’s country […]
The Basics Of Arch Support
Arch support in footwear is considered a necessity since the average person walks about 3000-5000 steps in a day. With all that walking, you need some comfort to aid and support your foot arch. Arch support stems from the idea that our feet have arches; three to be exact. Each of them has a specific […]
Red Wing shoes Korea – Korean shoe store tour
This month, I visited the Red Wing Korea store in Seoul to show you the amazing Korean shoe stores. Last time, I visited Berwick Korea and I learnt so much about the brand and about shoes. When I first contacted Red Wing Korea, I was worried that they wouldn’t accept my request. Thankfully, Red Wing Korea has allowed me […]
How to Identify Goodyear Welted Shoes: A Guide for Fashion Buyers
How to Identify Goodyear Welted Shoes: A Guide for Fashion Buyers When it comes to investing in quality footwear, Goodyear welt construction is a term you’ll encounter frequently. Renowned for its durability, comfort, and repairability, Goodyear welted shoes stand as a hallmark of premium craftsmanship. But for those new to the shoe world—or even seasoned […]
Crockett and Jones Oxford Review – Connaught
Crockett and Jones Oxford Connaught Crockett and Jones is a British Shoemaker founded in 1879 in Northampton, UK. The founders are brothers-in-law James Crockett and Charles Jones. Crockett and Jones have a great history, and I think it’s worth reading about. Crockett and Jones export to over 30 countries. For over five generations, Crockett and Jones […]
2 things to know when choosing shoes with Leather Soles: Pros and Cons
Are you contemplating whether or not if you should buy a pair of shoes because the soles are leather? Leather soles are neat and dandy addition to your shoes or boots. Read more below on why they will be a great addition to your wardrobe. Leather soles can provide comfort and formal style to most […]
Leather Tannery and different tanning methods
Have you ever wondered about the means that go into creating the leather for your shoes? In order to produce leather, the process includes a few stages, from drying and curing to tanning and dyeing. We’ll take a closer look at the tanning process and find precisely why the sort of tanning done on the […]
What is shell cordovan leather?
Cordovan leather is a staple material of men’s shoemaking and you may wonder what makes cordovan leather so unique that you need to pay a hefty price to buy a pair of shoes. At first glance, cordovan leather looks like any shoe leather – smooth, richly colored, and elegant in burgundy, black, and brown shades. […]