Expert Verified By: Justin FitzPatrick, Shoemaker & Men's Style Expert Socks and loafers can work all the way from casual to professional, but when done
Inside Tricker’s London: England’s Oldest Goodyear Welted Shoe Brand
Stridewise Editor-in-Chief, Nick, visits Tricker's fantastic boot store in London.
What does it take to create a brand so high quality that it has existed for nearly 200 years, survived the London Blitz, and earned a Royal Warrant from King
How the Leather Working Group Works | What Tanneries Do and Don’t Like About the LWG
We interview tanners from two of the top US tanneries to learn about the Leather working group and what makes leather sustainable.
If you make leather that lasts twenty years for a pair of boots versus one year for athletic sneakers, which one becomes more sustainable? Nick Horween, Horween
James Bond’s Boots: Visiting Crockett & Jones’ NYC Store
Today, we've got another look at the best places to buy boots and shoes in New York City. We headed to Spring Street in SoHo to visit the tippy top of English
Caswell x Stridewise Presents “The Feral Swine” — A Boot Born from Pure Hatred
Fellow patriots. I have identified, and created, the most patriotic leather boot you can buy. It is not buffalo leather. It is not bald eagle
The Beginner’s Guide to Engineer Boots: How to Wear Them & Best Brands
The engineer boot originated in the dirty world of Depression-era industrial job sites where workers needed tough boots for sometimes dangerous, sometimes
Acquired Again: Steve Madden Sells Greats to UCG
Has a brand ever improved post-acquisition? I ask because Unified Commerce Group (UCG) just bought Greats, the Brooklyn-born sneaker brand that made waves
8 Ways for Men to Style a Denim Shirt Any Time of Year
There are more denim shirt types, washes, and fits than you'd guess, from Western-yokes with snap buttons to two-pocket workwear styles, and some even wear them
What’s Saddle Soap? How to Not Ruin Your Leather Boots & Shoes
Expert Verified By: Weston Kay, Founder, Rose Anvil It's not just for saddles, and it won't ruin your boots — but if you use saddle soap incorrectly, it can
The Evolution of Carhartt’s Detroit Jacket
Carl Murawski takes us from the Motor City to deep space as he investigates the history of the iconic Carhartt Detroit Jacket. First launched in the 1950s
7 Types of Loafers for Men (Horsebit vs Tassel vs Beefroll vs Handsewn)
Whether you're looking for business casual shoes or something to slip on with shorts and a linen shirt, look no further than the loafer. But with so many types
Which Boots Can Be Resoled? Cemented, Blake Stitch, Goodyear Welted, & More
Expert Verified By: Trenton Potter, Cobbler & Footwear Expert They look cool, sure, but a massive draw for guys shopping for boots is their longevity.
6 Doc Marten Alternatives That Don’t Suck
Dr. Martens boots suck. Why? They’re expensive, poorly made, wear out fast, and you can’t resole them easily. They don't even make half sizes! (No one wants
How to Buy a Leather Briefcase: The Ultimate Guide
Learning how to buy a leather briefcase is tough. You need to consider the type of leather, components, lining, style, budget, and much more. There are so
The Best Leather for Jackets According to Experts
To find the best leather for jackets, Jason Schott from Schott NYC explains everything from thickness to the type of hide and leather drying.
In 1928, brothers Irving and Jack Schott designed history's most influential motorcycle jacket: the Perfecto. Becoming the rebel-without-a-cause jacket of
How to Wear a Denim Jacket: Uncomplicated Cool
Key Takeaways: How to Wear a Denim Jacket Pair a denim jacket with tops like a plain white tee, henleys, or flannels. Contrasting colors is key. I stick to
Can You Resole Doc Martens? Yes. But Should You?
Expert Verified By: Trenton Potter, Cobbler & Footwear Expert Yes, you can resole your favorite pair of Docs Marten boots, but it's more difficult than a
Best Selvedge Denim: 9 Solid Brands Expert Tested for Quality, Value, & Weirdness
What makes the best selvedge denim? — the weight, the slubbyness, the nap, the shuttle loom? There are many myths about what selvedge denim is, but it's
Brown or Black Boots? Here’s how to decide
When it comes to buying a new pair of boots, one common question is, "Should I wear brown or black boots?" The answer depends on your personal tastes, but
The Complete Guide to Deck Jackets | History, Variations, and Why It’s the Best Winter Jacket
This article has been in the making for well over a year, ever since a chance encounter at a London menswear store introduced this writer to a mighty beast of a
American Giant Hoodie Review: Really the World’s Greatest?
American Giant’s Classic Full Zip Hoodie is one of those low-key purchases that keep bringing joy. If you want quality and longevity, something made in the
The Best Way to Mend Jeans and the Right Machine for Darning
Your jeans have a hole, you want to get them fixed because they’re still great jeans — you spent all that time getting that distressed look and hey, repairing
How to Wear Chukka Boots | 8 Styles For Every Guy
Expert Verified By: Nolan Walsh, CEO & Creative Director, Thursday Boot Company Chukka boots are strange beasts. With their unstructured toes, low-cut
Hemp vs Cotton: Is Hemp Better Than Cotton for Clothes?
Despite its granola-crunching image, hemp fabric is found in all sorts of clothes and textiles and has been for centuries. Recently, while looking for a durable
