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9 Movies That Starred Red Wing Boots

Every time I see a Red Wing boot in a movie, I do that DiCaprio on the couch meme: That's my boot! Since I haven't seen a list of their cinematic appearances

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The 5 Worst Boots Men Can Buy

Expert Verified By: Weston Kay, Founder, Rose Anvil I rarely post super negative reviews of a boot, mostly because I do enough research I buy to make sure

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1-Year Luca Drift Camp Moc Review: Ultimate Dad Shoe Comfort?

After a year of wear testing, I'm diving into an in-depth LUCA Drift Camp Moc review, exploring whether these comfortable camp mocs live up to their nostalgic

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Tassel Loafer Style Guide: How to Get Down with the Dangle

Since its start as a custom shoe for a Hungarian Hollywood star, the tassel loafer has made its way to every kind of foot: from 1980s Wall Street snakes to

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NYC’s Best Boot Stores: The Disruptive Thursday Boot Company

After 10 years of covering casual menswear, I started a YouTube series on the best boot stores in New York City, a place teeming with high-quality

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Thursday Cadet Boot Review: One Boot Made Two Different Ways

Today, we're diving into a review of Thursday Boot Company's Cadet boot and seeing how it stacks up against other popular Thursday models,

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He Owns 60 Western Boots; Here’s his top 5

I recently met up with boot collector and YouTuber C.J. Cook, who has an incredible collection of over sixty cowboy boots. (Although C.J. prefers to call them

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Boots vs Barefoot Shoes: A Podiatrist’s Pros and Cons

This content was sponsored by Goral, who make barefoot shoes in Britain with an emphasis on durability. The shape of our shoes is changing, but it’s not

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Red Wing Work Chukka Boot Review: 8 Years and One Resole

I wanted to share my 8-year review of Red Wing 3141 Chukka boots. I absolutely love these boots, and when I was first looking to buy a pair, I couldn't find

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How to Wear Loafers with Jeans According to Menswear Experts

Loafers can feel pretty smart and jeans are pretty casual, so you might be wondering, ‘Can I wear loafers with jeans?’ The simple answer is yes. The beauty

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Blundstone vs. Dr. Martens Chelsea Boots: Which is Better?

This content is sponsored by Vaer Watches, the best value durable watches to go with the best value durable boots! The Blundstone Chelsea boot might be as

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Red Wing Moc Oxford Review: A Year of Wearing the Boot-Shoe

I'm here to review my Red Wing Shop Moc Oxfords, which I have been wearing for a year. This is basically a shoe version of their legendary 875 Moc Toe Boot,

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A 6-Month Review of Axel Arigato’s Clean 90 Sneakers

Axel Arigato's Clean 90 sneaker doesn't need scream for attention to turn heads; it's sleek and understated, but quietly luxurious. They elevate your outfit

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Best British Boots: Northampton’s Finest Footwear Reviewed

On a recent trip to visit my sister in England, I was joined two very special guests, Diego from Urban Lad and Tom from Kudusole, to talk about the British

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My 6 Favorite Boots for Traveling In and Walking All Day

Most guys who like boots like them because they are tough, durable, sturdy, and built with thick leather that ages well. Unfortunately, those aren't the

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1-Year Thursday Legend Review: Why is it Thursday’s Best Selling Chelsea?

After about a year of off-and-on wear and after seven years of testing boots, I’m finally trying out the most popular Chelsea from the most popular boot brand,

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Review: Meermin’s Loafers Are Probably the Best Value on Earth

When assessing the value of a piece of footwear, two concerns are at the top of the list: the quality of the materials and where it’s made.  The quality

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What Shoes are Business Casual? | Derby vs Oxford vs Bluchers

Here at Stridewise, we've always leaned casual. Then, at about the same time, I made the switch to loafers for summer footwear and got invited to a bunch of

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Craft & Glory Derby Review | New England Style, Indian Craftsmanship

In this review we will thoroughly examine the Indian leather goods manufacturer Craft and Glory's Task shoes in the Saddle Tan color. We will cover some basics,

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Nappa Leather Guide: What is Nappa Leather & Is it Good for Sneakers?

If you own or are considering buying high-end sneakers, you've probably encountered the words Nappa leather to describe the uppers. I own a ton of leather

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Thursday Lincoln Loafer Review | Business Casual or Sockless Chic?

I just spent an entire month in Southeast Asia wearing the latest loafer from Thursday Boot Company they’ve named the Lincoln. I’d been waiting a long time

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Summer Loafer Showdown: Astorflex’s Patnoflex vs Fastflex

I’ve enjoyed my Patnoflex travel loafers for years now, so I decided to pick up Astorflex’s newer-yet-more-traditional penny loafer, the Fastflex, to see if it

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Rhodes Boone Chelsea Boot Review: A Rare Chelsea That’s Casual and Tough

Believe it or not, the Rhodes Boone Lug Chelsea boots are my first Chelsea boots. I've tried them here and there before, but I didn't like their negative

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Clinch Engineer Boots | My Two-Year Review

Hey folks, this is David from The Vintage Future YouTube channel, where I review heritage leather, canvas, and denim clothing and accessories. Today, I'm

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