Here's a new one: they let me interview the richest man in Australia. I’ve spent years visiting boot factories and interviewing shoemakers all over the
Why Would Someone Buy Bespoke Shoes? We Asked a Master Shoemaker
For most people, custom footwear lives somewhere between fantasy and mystery. It’s hard to picture what the process actually looks like, or why anyone in the
Seven Titans Jeans Review: 100% USA-Made, but $525?
In today’s review, I’m taking a look at the a pair of straight fit jeans Seven Titans. These were sent as a sample for review, but all opinions here are
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
The Best Denim Jacket for Winter: A Freenote Cloth RJ2 Review
I've been wearing Freenote Cloth's RJ2 jacket for the last three winters, and it's the best denim jacket for winter — because it's the only denim jacket for
Blundstone vs Redback’s Work Boots: 3 Months of Jobsite Wear
I've spent years wear testing different work boots, and this might be my most... Australian review yet. From the nation that pretty much only wears Chelsea
Moc Toe Boots Compared: Red Wing vs Thursday vs Thursday Black Label
As the two most popular American boot brands, I'm always asked to compare Red Wing Heritage and Thursday Boot Company. (In fact, I already did a comparison of
My Favorite Leather Jackets Under $500: Thursday vs Master Supply Co vs Crush on Retro
If you’re trying to buy a quality leather jacket while staying under the 500-dollar mark, you’ve set yourself a real challenge. Finding the right leather
How R.M. Williams Makes the Definitive Australian Boot (Factory Visit)
The nation of Australia has exactly one boot: the R.M. Williams Chelsea. (Although they prefer the term "elastic sided boot" Down Under.) Chelseas are so
3 Kinds of Pacific Northwest Boot Brands You Should Know
There's foowear, there's boots, there's heritage boots (the old fashioned, resoleable kind), and then there are Pacific Northwest boots. More than a
Red Wing 1907 One-Year Review: Patina, Sizing & More
Hey everybody, I'm Patrick from Rocky Mountain Style and I'm sharing a quick, one-year review of my Red Wing Classic 1907 Moc Toe boots. They've been my
Steel Blue Review: A Comfortable, Well-Priced Blundstone Alternative
Steel Blue is a little-known work boot brand from Western Australia that was new to me until I came across their Hobart Scuff model while researching
Red Wing SuperSole 2.0 Review: Is Red Wing’s Most Expensive Work Boot Worth It?
I'm reviewing Red Wing Shoes' 8-inch tall SuperSole 2.0 2414, one of their most expensive work boots. As a water plant operator, I am required to wear
The 5 Best Raw Denim Brands for Men (and Cheaper Alternatives)
If you’ve found this article, you’re interested in getting your first pair of raw denim jeans, and I want to be the first person to congratulate you. In all
Hand Lasted Boots: Overhyped or Underappreciated?
Expert Verified By: George Vlagos, Founder, Oak Street Bootmakers & Sandeep Parihar, Co-Owner, BLKBRD Shoemaker Practically every
How to Wear Western Shirts Even If You’re Not a Cowboy
I wasted so much time feeling self conscious about wearing Western shirts, and I don't want you to make the same mistake. They're awesome. A rare balance of
The 10 Best Boots for Under $500
The internet is jam packed with lists of best boots under $200 and best boots under $300 because, let’s be real, $300 is a jaw dropping amount of
10 Most Comfortable (kinds of) Boots
Ever since I started this blog about boots and started wearing every kind of boot from every kind of brand, people have been requesting a list of the most
How I Quit My Job and Became a Bootmaker
Have you ever dreamed of walking away from office life to start fresh in a quiet workshop, working with your hands and building something lasting? For many
R.M. Williams vs Blundstone Chelseas | Australia’s Greatest Boot Battle
I’m based in New York, but I’m originally from Australia, so I’m thrilled to share perhaps the most Australian review I'll ever write. (Even more so than the
Thursday Scout Review : The Superior Desert Boot?
After years of hating on chukka boots, I finally converted this summer: desert boots are probably the best boot for summer. Made with suede uppers and soft
The 5 Best Casual Canvas Pants and Why They Suck
Jeans started out as workwear, but the way they so effectively balance durability and comfort has led them to become the default casual pants: if you go out in
The 8 Coolest Leather Jackets in Movie History
Every time I talk about leather jackets on my YouTube channel, I start with the words, "No item of clothing is cooler than a leather jacket." And it's
Saddleback Front Pocket Backpack Review: An Extraordinary Tank-Like Bag
I review all manner of leather bags on my YouTube channel, but there may be no brand in this space with a heavier rep than Saddleback Leather. I guess I mean
