Stridewise
Boots, Denim and Casual Stuff
We travel the globe to find the menswear stories. From Indonesia to the UK, our experts interview industry veterans, up-and-coming bootmakers, and influential voices to bring you the best in heritage menswear culture.
Vegan leather is just a fancy term used to market plastic, right? Cheap shoes being sold to hippies? Let’s find out. Veganism is no joke. It's a
"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
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
Invading the dreams of denim enthusiasts and warping reality is par for the course at Naked & Famous. From the same guys who brought you color changing
If you ever watched the smash-hit TV series, The Walking Dead, you will almost certainly have pondered 'What kind of boots does Rick Grimes Wear?' And that's
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
Truman Boot Company is well-known for crafting rugged, American-made, ultra manly boots with some of the most unusual and daring leathers you're likely to
There are more than a few brands that claim they've made the thickest, heaviest denim on Earth, but none of them have come close to Naked & Famous's
Thursday Boot Company stands out in the industry for a lot of reasons: phenomenal value, shock absorbing insoles, the super versatile dress boot/work boot
Collectors are a special bunch of people. Their passion is infectious and they're always pumped to share their knowledge and experience with anyone who’ll
The short answer, of course, is “Yes.” Well, maybe. But mostly “Yes.” Red Wing is the most iconic boot brand in the heritage sphere. So how did they get there?
The unique history of the Soviet Union has been told before, but many people don’t realize the ways the Cold War impacted the fashion world — and how the
Everyone loves a good deal. And what is better than getting that long-sought-after something at a great value... or at least, perceived great value. When it
I like wearing boots. I like researching boot brands and styles. I like learning about the craft. I love the online community around boots. But I don’t really
I invited a ton of menswear YouTubers over for drinks and pizza so that I could take the opportunity to drunkenly ask them about their favorite footwear in a
I don't care for leather creases on my boots. I know they're a sign of well-worn pair of boots, but with a nice pair of calfskin dress boots, I just want a
Blisters suck. They are the worst part of breaking in a new pair of boots. And you never really know if you're going to have an easy break-in or if it will take
Note: This article is kind of sponsored by Lefarc, a tannery that supplies leather to brands like Thursday Boot Company, Timberland, and Saddleback. They didn't
While the name "Red Wing Heritage" evokes thoughts of a longstanding tradition, the brand actually has a lot of limited edition and discontinued boots in its
When I need something a little more dressed up than sandals, flip-flops, or even sneakers, my go-to summer shoe is these Turkish leather slippers from
You might be familiar with denim and chambray as a pair because for just about 150 years, denim pants and chambray work shirts comprised a popular "outfit" for
Red Wing embodies American heritage boots perhaps better than any other company, which is why it has such a dedicated following in... Japan. Part of the
Note: This article is sponsored by Koio, a luxury sneaker company that makes their shoes in Italy from start to finish. Chrome tanning is associated with both
Trying to decide if you can go for a hike with those trusty work boots? It might seem crazy to buy another pair of boots for a singular activity — boots are
Casual Durable™.
Yup, we even trademarked it. Just because you’re dressed down, doesn’t mean you have to dress bad.
This site started to help guys find the best boots for their dollar and has since expanded to cover the highest quality casual menswear, from leather jackets to selvedge jeans to canvas bags — the kind of simple, fashionproof classics that help you get dressed without overthinking your “style.” Read more
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