When people think Red Wing Boots, they often associate the brand with its Americana aesthetic, sturdy, built to last construction, and its faithful relationship
Is Cordovan Worth It? A Complete Guide to the Fanciest Shoe Leather
Even if you’re not a leather aficionado, there’s a good chance you’ve already heard of shell cordovan. And if you have, there’s also a good chance you’ve
My 5 Favorite Ways to Style Red Wings
Red Wings Shoes started out as a work boot company that catered to miners and blue collar workers in the Midwest. But the brand slowly took the fashion world by
I Can Only Fit 10 Pairs of Boots in My Apartment; Here’s How I Chose Them
Unless you are exceedingly wealthy or ridiculously lucky, a person living in Manhattan — indeed in most of New York City — must confront the reality that there
The Best Selvedge Jeans That Aren’t Raw
The terms “raw” and “selvedge” are used a lot nowadays to describe high end denim jeans. Although often group together, the two words describe a totally
Op-Ed: Why Alden Is By Far My Favorite Boot Company
Editor’s note: This article is an op-ed. The views expressed herein and in the video are the author’s and don’t necessarily reflect the views of Stridewise,
5 Things to Look for When Buying a Pair of Boots
When a man decides to buy a pair of boots that can look good with any outfit, survive a downpour, and age beautifully, they’re often in for a rude awakening:
The 4 Biggest Misconceptions About Raw Denim
Over the last decade or so, heritage workwear, and subsequently raw denim saw a boom in popularity. People found an appeal in clothing that looks like it could
The 8 Best Boot Soles You Should Know About
If you’re dropping real money on your boots, you want to make sure you have the best boot soles. We’ve put together a quick and handy guide so you’re ready when
The Pros and Cons of Kangaroo Leather
Quick, where does your leather come from? Cow, calf, or sheep, usually, but there’s another option that you need to know: kangaroo. Kangaroo leather, also
Nubuck Vs Suede – What’s the Difference?
To start, let’s be clear: both suede and nubuck are types of leather. We don’t blame you if you’re confused — suede and nubuck have a totally different
Vegetable Tanning Vs. Chrome Tanning Vs Oil Tanning Vs Combination Tanning Leather: What’s Best For Your Boots?
How your leather is made matters a lot for durability and aesthetics, but for people, how their leather is made is a bit of a mystery. In the world of boots,
The 5 Best Chukka Boots You Can Wear With Shorts
Snugly nestled in the spot between work boot and dress shoe, the chukka is the perfect shoe when you can’t decide between dressy or casual. Plus, it’s the only
Top Grain’s Better Than Full Grain, and More Leather Myth Busting
Expert Verified By: Michael Batson, Vice President, North Star Leather Company Click around the internet and most articles on leather types split them into
Interview With Sagara, Indonesia’s Best Known Bootmaker
Anyone who has spent a lot of time reading about the world's best boots has no doubt come across one exceptional country over and over again: Indonesia. We know
What Exactly Is a Last, and Why Is It So Important?
If you’re new to boot fandom or even if you’re not, you might be a little confused by the way people talk about lasts. A lot goes into making a good boot and if
The Complete Guide to Chromexcel | Pros and Cons, How to Clean and Condition
If you’re an American who likes boots there’s a very good chance you own some Chromexcel. These days, it seems like every other boot on the market is made from
How Japan Made Red Wing Their Own
When Red Wing decided to take their brand global in the 1970s, it had a problem. The boot behemoth had built its name as the go-to workboot for middle America
Why Are There So Many Great Indonesian Boots? An Interview With Santalum
A lot of people like their formal clothing handmade in Italy or France, but many guys who have swung by Bangkok or Hoi An to pick up a tailor-made suit have
Goodyear Welt Vs. Blake Stitch Vs. Cement — Which is Best?
Even though it doesn’t refer to leather quality, style, country of origin, or the material of the sole, it's fair to say that the words “Goodyear welt” have
The Ultimate Guide to How Boots Should Fit (5 Areas to Look At)
Expert Verified By: Weston Kay | Leatherworker & Rose Anvil Founder “Which way do they stretch? Are they even going to stretch? I know I’m a size
