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Humphrey is a native Brooklynite who loves to talk about personal styling! He has been a resident contributor at Stridewise for over 5 years now. On here, you will find his expertise on leather, shoe construction among other things related to menswear. Message him on Instagram!
A kiltie is a false tongue that protects the softest part of your boot, improves fit for certain feet (and certain boots), and helps to add a pop of style to
I've owned a good dozen pairs of Thursday boots over the years, all at different stages of the company's growth. Why does that last part matter? Because
When a man is looking for a pair of casual boots that are as stylish as they are durable, they typically land on Red Wing Heritage, the Minnesota outfit that's
In the world of footwear, quality isn't always determined by price alone. While the retail price can serve as a useful reference point, exclusively relying on
Buying leather sneakers can be a daunting task for various reasons — it's a financial step up from basic canvas kicks, and you want to get this right — but it
Minimalist, white-leather sneakers are like the black cap-toe oxfords of a casual wardrobe: it's a shoe that will never go out of style and it pairs seamlessly
Every artist has their preferred medium. For some, it's oil on canvas, for others, it's acrylic on wood. But for English artist Ian Berry, it's denim on
Thursday Boot Company is a brand that needs no introduction; their stellar marketing has put the brand's name firmly in the public consciousness. I see dozens
Dievier is a new boot company based in San Diego that's managing to bring something new to the table: resoleable moc toes that are even cheaper than Thursday
Whether you're a sneakerhead or not, there is no denying the enduring appeal of leather sneakers as staples in any wardrobe. They're easy to walk in, come in
For the longest time, newcomers to boots defaulted to the Red Wing Iron Ranger for their first boot. But since the arrival of Thursday Boot Company, there's a
With so many newer brands in the scene offering not much more than their own version of classic American boot patterns, there are few bootmakers that stand out
When the temperature drops, blood flows out of your extremities and back to your core. This is why you feel your fingers and toes getting cold before the rest
In retrospect, Indiana Jones's actions and reputation as an archeologist do not age well when you consider all the artifacts and ancient tombs he's destroyed,
If you take the classic Red Wing 875 and elevated every aspect of the boot, then you will get the Jakkrabbits Moc Toe Boot. Both models share a lot of
Famed Alden collector JD Sasso joined us for this journey through the best Alden boots on the market. New England was once home to numerous shoe
Huckberry is an online retailer that lives and breathes the heritage lifestyle. Founded by friends Andy Forch and Richard Greiner in 2010, the company has
In a world dominated by sneakers in an ever-growing casual workplace, many people, including yourself might not find the need to buy expensive leather boots or
People looking for their first pair of boots often likens the process to an odyssey. They are consumed by their goal of finding their dream pair, and hours —
Most people's introduction to well-made footwear is usually going to be a pair of boots from Red Wing's Heritage label. There isn't really a mystery as to
Situated in the West Village between Christopher St. and Gay St. is Leffot. Founded by Steven Taffel in 2008, for over a decade now Steven and his team offer an
Expert Verified By: Trenton Potter, Cobbler & Footwear Expert While extremely popular amongst dress shoe enthusiasts, suede is often not the first choice
If you know anything about the boot-collecting hobby, then you must be no stranger to Viberg. Founded in 1931 by Edwin Viberg, this Canadian boot company is
A good leather jacket can make any outfit — hell, any person — look cool. Even paired with dirty jogging shoes and a coffee-stained tee, if you've got a cool
Casual Durable™.
Yup, we even trademarked it. Just because you’re dressed down, doesn’t mean you have to dress bad.
This site started to help guys find the best boots for their dollar and has since expanded to cover the highest quality casual menswear, from leather jackets to selvedge jeans to canvas bags — the kind of simple, fashionproof classics that help you get dressed without overthinking your “style.” Read more
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