If you work with leather long enough, you start to realise that it behaves almost like a living thing. It stretches. It stiffens. It breathes. It ages in ways that tell stories about the hands that crafted it and the people who used it. I’ve spent years around hides, tools, shoemakers, saddle repairers, luggage craftsmen, … Read more
If you’ve been chasing good shoes for a while, you already know this truth: price tags can lie. I’ve seen expensive shoes fall apart after a few seasons because the makers cut corners where it mattered. I’ve also seen modestly priced pairs surprise me with their sturdiness and comfort. When you walk the path of … Read more
If you have ever stood in front of a mirror holding a pair of loafers in one hand and a suit jacket in the other, wondering whether the two truly belong together, trust me, you are not alone. I have worked with men’s footwear and tailoring long enough to see fashion opinions swing back and … Read more