If you're reading this, it's too late for me, but it might not be too late for you. You might not even own any boots yet, and you wound up here because
Meet the Maker of Asia’s Favorite Chelsea Boots: Interview with Briselblack’s Adi
Bandung, Indonesia: Stridewise has landed in the capital of Indonesia's West Java province to investigate the Indonesian bootmaking scene that has made the city
From Streetfights to Streetwear: How a BJJ Gi Got Me Into Heritage Fashion
BJJ is the fighting style of folding clothes with people still in them. It’s like meditation but with breaking bones and strangulations, which many people
Inside the Indian Boot Brand Americans Are Falling For
Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India: Blkbrd Shoemaker (stylized as "BLKBRD," but we're going lower case in this article) is an Indian brand that has been making waves
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
Inside NYC’s Best Shoe Stores: Carmina Shoemaker’s Perfect Luxury Chelseas
Four years ago, I reviewed Carmina's famous Chelsea boots, and in 2022, I visited the Spanish island of Mallorca for an opportunity to check out their factory
What’s Weird About Taylor Stitch’s Après Pants: 2 Years in 2 Pairs
Would you believe that the all-time bestselling product from Taylor Stitch, known for its rugged workwear, hardy waxed canvas, and burly selvedge denim, is... a
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
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 types
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
