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
Inside (Literally) Thursday Boots’ Premium “Black Label” Collection
Thursday Boot Company soared to the top of the boot industry by making Goodyear welted boots for under $200, but what happens when they decide to pull out all
8 Myths About Shell Cordovan: Does It Crease? Is It Even Leather?
Do I really need a deer bone to smooth out the rolls? Does it really just shine itself? Is it even leather? These are just a few of the strange questions
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
Red Wing’s Beckman Boot Makes its Glorious Return
The Beckman, Red Wing Heritage's line of just-a-little-dressy leather boots, has made its triumphant return to stores after being discontinued in 2018. And
Why Are Americans Obsessed With Indonesian Boots? We Visited to Find Out
This content was made with the assistance of the Government of the City of Bandung. Stridewise would like to thank Mr. Gunawan and Mr. Qadafi for their help
Exploring Meermin’s Best Boots In Their New York City Store
Today, we're discussing Meermin, a Spanish brand that pulls off an unbelievably rare feat: Goodyear welted footwear with leathers from the world's most revered
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
How I Learned to Make Boot Leather in Mexico
Through a series of unlikely events, I was fortunate enough to get invited to Lefarc Tannery to experience a leather making workshop. Situated in the capital
How Tricker’s Makes Britain’s Best Boots (Factory Visit)
What does it take to make a boot that got a seal of approval from the Prince of Wales, now King Charles III, in the form of a royal warrant over 35 years
Tannery Visit: How CF Stead Makes the World’s Best Suede
From the highest-end luxury shoes made in the UK and North America to the most widespread suede footwear on the market, like Clarks and their desert boot, there
A Complete Guide to The Bear’s Groundbreaking Menswear | T-Shirts, Jeans, Suits, and More
Hulu’s The Bear is a runaway hit. Season 2's debut in June 2023 brought in 70% more viewers than the Season 1 debut a year earlier, and by mid-July the series
How Is Shell Cordovan Made? Horween Leather Company Explains
Shell cordovan is perhaps the most highly prized — and priced — material you can make a pair of shoes from. World renowned for its durability, luxurious
10 Best Loafers For Men Expertly Vetted (Penny, Horsebit, & More)
We’ve compiled and tested dozens of loafers to land on a list of what we think is the perfect fit for any occasion and budget. Many of these have been to
NYC’s Best Boot Stores: Allen Edmonds and Your First Dress Shoe
Today we`ve got another episode of our series on the best places to buy shoes and boots in New York City. We have come to the historic, world famous Madison
Why Horween Leather Company is America’s Best Tannery
When it comes to leather, few tanneries can match the quality and craftsmanship of Horween Leather Company. Based in Chicago and founded in 1905, Horween has
Inside NYC’s Best Shoe Stores: J. Fitzpatrick and His Patina Artistry
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
What Boots Did Indiana Jones Wear?
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,
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
Inside NYC’s Best Shoe Stores: Leffot
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
5 Reasons It’s Fine to Cuff Your Jeans, Actually
When you run a YouTube channel about boots and jeans, you open yourself up to a lot of unsolicited opinions about how you dress. And while it’s usually insecure
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
Video: How I Resoled (My) Red Wing Boots, A Step-By-Step Guide
Expert Verified By: Trenton Potter, Cobbler & Footwear Expert A funny consequence of owning an unreasonably high number of leather boots is that,
