Kenjiro Kawashima is the third place in 2022 shoemaking championship and many shoe enthusiasts know his name long before this contest as he worked with famed bespoke shoemaker Norman Vilalta for some time. Not many know that a big portion of astonishing and breath taking shoes presented by NormanVilalta was designed by Mr. Kawashima. We
Category: Dress Shoes
Bowen shoes are not so well known outside of France while it offers great shoes as they are made by Alfred Sargent. I think this is very strange that French brand is actually made in England. Yes I know most French brands are not made in France as only the top level ones do, such
Meermin has great popularity globally as a Spanish brand made in China, everyone recognizes Meermin as one of the best value brands in the market. The shoes are actually made in Shanghai, China, the “HANDCRAFTED IN SHANGHAI” can be found on lining of tongue. In recent two years, Meermin have not been satisfied with being
This pair has been profiled in the unboxing, model Elgar is the best seller from Mattina, and the most conservative cap toe oxford. The N last is a square round toe which ages great. Ages? Yes. The first sight seems too blunt, but it gets more and more appreciation. Post Views: 2,768
The pinnacle in bespoke shoemaker even it is not so relevant as it was, not the only servant to Royal family or other powerful figures in the world, not the best or most beautiful shoes producer, John Lobb St. James occupies the highest position in this community with very little complain. When many people entered
Every time when the community talks about Church’s, the words are quite intense. Every time I glance at some forums especially made of very experienced connoisseur, Church’s are highly praised, but only for its shoes long time ago. It is so interesting that a same brand can have two extreme comments and both valid. I
The same as the most famous bespoke shoemakers in West end London, speaking of current popularity and exposure, George Cleverley wins for a hundred miles. John Lobb St. James is very low key but the undeniable king, never begs for orders. George Cleverley sharpens its head to cut into Hollywood, in the whole series of
Grant Stone is a US welted shoe brand which has gained great reputation in the community and been praised by US consumers. This reputation did not come easily as the shoes are made in China (the city Xiamen in Southeast China) and targeted US customers and the brand never hid this information and even promoted
I am not sure how many people have heard the name of Henry Maxwell as there is not too much information on the internet even it has a long history with very few peers. The reason is its mere existence does not attract many coverage of the media. It has a website, but with very
India is not normally mentioned when we are talking about classic dress shoes. The reason is manyfold such as the climate, the history and the economic condition. So it is amazing to see a great brand, Bridlen entering our radar. The shoes look very quality and promising and the price is also very competitive as