I've been covering leather bags and backpacks for so long that I've started my own leather bag and backpack company on the side (they're made from feral hogs,
Drew’s Boots Review: A Casual Chelsea That Doesn’t Fit In
Today I've got a review of a hard-to-pin-down boot from a hard-to-pin-down boot brand from the Pacific Northwest that I’ve actually never worn before. And it’s
Cravar: The Indonesian Brand Perfecting The Non-Girly Leather Bag
I have this weird blog (welcome!) where I live in New York City and review leather products from all over the world, including boots, bags, and jackets. So
How to Wear Fatigues: The Most Underrated Casual Pants
"The best casual pants for hot weather." "The best way to wear boots in summer." "The best pants for a denim jacket." We’re talking about how to wear
9 Movies That Starred Red Wing Boots
Every time I see a Red Wing boot in a movie, I do that DiCaprio on the couch meme: That's my boot! Since I haven't seen a list of their cinematic appearances
NYC’s Best Boot Stores: The Disruptive Thursday Boot Company
After 10 years of covering casual menswear, I started a YouTube series on the best boot stores in New York City, a place teeming with high-quality
How to Wear Loafers with Jeans According to Menswear Experts
Loafers can feel pretty smart and jeans are pretty casual, so you might be wondering, ‘Can I wear loafers with jeans?’ The simple answer is yes. The beauty
Best British Boots: Northampton’s Finest Footwear Reviewed
On a recent trip to visit my sister in England, I was joined two very special guests, Diego from Urban Lad and Tom from Kudusole, to talk about the British
Inside Left Field NYC: The Underdog of USA-Made Denim and Workwear
Stridewise interview on location with Left Field NYC.
I moved recently from Manhattan to Queens, and at the very top of my list of places to visit — where it's actually been for many years — was the raw denim and
1-Year Thursday Legend Review: Why is it Thursday’s Best Selling Chelsea?
After about a year of off-and-on wear and after seven years of testing boots, I’m finally trying out the most popular Chelsea from the most popular boot brand,
Slubby Denim vs. Neppy Denim and Why it Matters
Our team of denim experts break down nep vs. slub and how they affect denim texture and fades.
Expert Verified By: Mohsin Sajid | Denim Expert When you get into higher-end denim products, you'll quickly encounter words like raw,
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
How to Clean Leather Boots: 6 Expert Tips
So you've invested in a great pair of leather boots, and you've been proudly wearing them for months—whether for work, as a durable everyday footwear, on
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
9 Best Loafers For Men Expertly Vetted (Penny, Horsebit, & More)
I’ve worn and tested dozens of loafers to land on a list of what I think are the best loafers for men. Many of these have been to several countries and have
How to Break In Doc Martens (Fast) | Expert Advice
Expert Verified By: Weston Kay, Founder & Leather Worker, Rose Anvil This article will discuss how to break in Doc Martens. We'll dispel myths like
I Tested 10 Winter Boots for Men to Find the Best in 2025 (That Are Actually Stylish)
Our experts vetted and tested the winter boots from Thursday Boot Company, Timberland, Sorel, Blundstone, and more. A lot of guys will get nice leather shoes
Suede vs Roughout Leather: Does One Make Tougher Boots?
Expert Verified By: Michael Batson, Vice President, North Star Leather Company There are countless ways to make different leather products, and while the
How to Choose Jeans: Types, Fits, Fabrics, and Finishes
In all likelihood, you're here to choose which kind of jean is best for you. Fortunately, I've spent the better part of a decade reviewing and exploring brands
