Great Shoes start First, with the Last

Sapatero

Confused yet? We were too. Not so much with Sapatero Manila partner, Jim Pacifico’s ironic statement. But with the fact that the Philippines has a proud tradition of craftsmanship and a legacy of generational talent when it comes to handmade shoes yet let’s be honest, to the discerning gentleman with an eye for the finer … Read more

Oxfords vs. Derbys

Oxford vs Derby

The Oxford and the Derby are both staples in every well-heeled gentleman’s wardrobe, but which is which and what’s more appropriate for where? To the experienced eye, the difference is clear. For many of us starting on this journey the details may not be as obvious. It boils down to construction. And this is where … Read more