With the return of HBO’s hit series drama Boardwalk Empire, we’ve decided to embark on a hunt for stylish wingtip oxfords – a task much harder than it seems. We wanted to find a wingtip that would fit the wardrobe of our infamous protagonist/antagonist, Nucky Thompson. Today we look at a beautiful pair by Allen Edmonds. Read more…
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Brian Atwood’s ad: tasteful artistry or soft-core porn?
While attempting to create something tastefully artistic, Brian Atwood’s F/W12 ad campaign has unknowingly stumbled into soft-core porn territory. In fact, the summertime ad was considered so offensive that it was banned by the Madison Avenue building – the building that houses the Brian Atwood store. Read more…
Berluti, behind the Scenes F/W12 Collection
We look at the behind the scenes from the Berluti 2012 fall/winter collection. This is one of those times where a minimum description is necessary…a picture speaks a thousand words, enjoy: Read more…
Shell Cordovan Double Monks by Carmina
Double monks! The unnecessary yet most notoriously desired shoe types of our generation. The monk strap (single-strap) is a noble and highly fashionable shoe, not something you’d wanna wear at a funeral though. The double monk (two-straps) is a show off, in your face, shoe that screams ‘my style is better than yours’. You definitely don’t wanna wear a double monk to a funeral; unless you want to show everyone up and bring a little flavor to a time of mourning. Take a look at the Salinger Double Monk Cordovan by Carmina: Read more…
The Repello Longwing Brogue
This fourth installment of the highly limited collaboration series is a re-working of the classic long wing brogue. Here’s some information for all of you extreme shoe enthusiast nerds: the Tricker’s x End Hunting Co. Repello Longwing Brogue is based on the highly praised ‘Richard’ silhouette; built on a 4497 last (whatever the f**k that means [this is what it means: the last is a human foot shape, it is the shoe’s silhouette and the Tricker’s is famous for the 4497. If you’ve liked their previous models, you’ll like this one. Trust me.]) and with the addition of crepe soles, the entire shoe is lighter than its predecessor. Read more…
Nice Wingtips Oliver Sweeney!
Oliver Sweeney brings a new colorway to the Abrahams wingtip. This time the Abrahams return in a grey colorway. The shoe offers beautiful contrast stitching with a mixture of suede and leather uppers. The letters “O” and “S” are stitched at the back of the heel. Read more…
$5,000 for a Women’s Shoe Designed by Kanye West
During the Giuseppe Zanotti S12 runway collection, we received some unexpected news. Two pairs of shoes were designed by Kanye West. They are currently available on the market. The shocking part is – one of the pairs costs $5,000! Read more…
Mossimo Espadrilles Jason Wu TARGET S/S12 Collection
Stylish and Affordable
The highly anticipated Jason Wu for Target SS12 Collection has been released last week. The collection has been receiving hype because it’s very stylish and budget friendly. Jason Wu and Mossimo presented us with a beautiful collection, all under $50; something we can all enjoy. Read more…
Are these the BEST women’s running shoes?
The best running shoes come with a price
Golden Goose is a high-end Italian designer brand, and it’s no wonder we are presented with such a remarkably high price tag; but then again, you get what you pay for. The Golden Goose Marked Running Sneakers offer us materials and craftsmanship that has not been seen in other women’s running shoes. Read more…
Luxury Shoes – Who is Berluti?
In short, Berluti is predominantly a shoemaking company that manufactures luxury shoes and boots solely for men. Their unique style of leather finishes and sublime designs will stop you in your tracks and make you wonder, ‘What shoes are those?’
Originally founded by Italian Alessandro Berluti in Paris in 1895, the company has been successfully managed by Alessandro’s grand-niece, Olga Berluti. The company was acquired by the LVMH group in 1993, with Olga as the chairwoman. Read more…
