On a recent trip to Europe, I was fortunate enough to swing by the Spanish island of Mallorca to visit Carmina Shoemaker, makers of what many consider to be the
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Is the Best Chelsea Boot Indonesian? Unboxing Briselblack’s “Seventh” Boot
Editor's note: In 2023, Benzein's name was changed to Briselblack. We edited the text, but the video still says "Benzein." Could the world's best Chelsea boot
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If you're a stylish dude who loves the great outdoors — or just likes looking as though he loves the great outdoors — waxed canvas jackets are a great
VIDEO: How Thursday Boot Company Makes Their Boots
"How are Thursday boots made?" It's a question we hear a lot, so I decided to fly down to León, Mexico, to find out.This is the same trip where I spent an
10 Things I Learned Making My Own Boots
Note: In 2025, Adelante sadly closed its business. We're proud of this content, but afraid you can no longer purchase from them! I recently made a documentary
The 5 Best High End Athletic Fit Jeans, From $ to $$$
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9 Best Waterproof Boots for Men | Work Boots, Hiking Boots, Chelsea, Casual, Dressy
Finding the best waterproof boots — especially ones that look good — is challenging.They’re typically made with comically thick lugs, too much rubber, and an
How I Got the Only Pair of Pink Red Wing Boots
Expert Verified By: Mike Larson, Product Design & Development, Red Wing Heritage Red Wing is a formidable institution in the world of rugged American
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The 8 Most Criminally Underrated Boot Brands
While a lot of the world's bootmakers are amazing craftspeople, they aren't always great marketers or tech aficionados, so their amazing products languish in
The 5 Weirdest Naked and Famous Jeans of All Time
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The Surprising Benefits of Waxed Jackets | Waterproof, Thornproof, Fashionproof, and More
Expert Verified By: Nolan Walsh, CEO & Creative Director, Thursday Boot Company A quintessential symbol of the rugged cool of the working class, waxed
Introducing Red Wing’s New Hybrid Boot: The Iron Ranger Traction Tred
Expert Verified By: Mike Larson, Product Design & Development, Red Wing Heritage Last summer I had the greatest day of my life: I visited Red Wing,
Grant Stone Brass Boot Review: The Best Moc Toe You Can Buy
When I visited a guy with 75 pairs of boots, he said the Brass Boot is his all-time favorite boot. When I published my latest list of the best men's boots on
Sanforized vs Unsanforized vs Raw: How to Pick Your Selvedge Jeans
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How to Wax Suede | A Step-By-Step Guide Boots, Shoes, or Jackets
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Is Waxed Cotton Breathable? Everything You Need to Know
Waxed cotton has been the go-to fabric for waterproof — well, water-resistant — clothing for centuries. But is waxed cotton still a good choice in the modern
The 5 Best Jackets I Own That No One Can Buy Anymore
This is likely the most pointless and self indulgent article I’ve ever written. After all, why would I talk about products no one can buy? Well, the idea
Do Dr Martens Run Big? How to Size the Punk Rock Icon
What's the story with Doc Martens and their sizing? They don't have half sizes or wide sizes. So, for a large percentage of the population, they won't fit
Is Waxed Cotton Waterproof?
On the face of it, cotton doesn't have a lot going for it in the waterproof stakes. If you've ever been out in a heavy rainstorm wearing only a denim jacket,
How Thursday Boot Company Makes “Weatherproof” Suede (10 Steps)
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Red Wing Classic Chelsea Boot Review: The Chelsea That Works
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