A Complete Guide to Men's Boots
Men may not have as many options as women when it comes to accessorizing their wardrobe, but shoes are one area where guys can get just as creative as the ladies. If you have yet to flesh out your footwear with boots, consider some of these fun and sophisticated styles...
Different Types of Leather Used in Shoemaking
At the foundation of a good, high-quality shoe is a good, high-quality leather. This is nothing new; it has been this way for centuries. For durability and flexibility, leather remains the most popular shoemaking material globally. A well-made leather shoe looks great and feels like nothing else. When many people...
Essential Shoes for Every Man's Wardrobe
Men get the short end of the stick when it comes to accessories. Women get hats, handbags, scarves, jewelry, shoes, and more. Men get ties, pocket squares, and maybe a watch, but chances to accessorize depend on the formality of dress. Nobody’s wearing a tie with a tee shirt. One...
6 Tips for Going Sockless
Let’s face it: There’s nothing more uncomfortable than a bulky pair of socks, so it’s no surprise that more men are choosing to go sockless. When done correctly, going sockless can be both stylish and comfortable while providing a pleasant cooling ankle breeze. From how to style your sockless look...
Shoe Construction 101
When looking for a new pair of shoes, it is common to see the names of different types of shoe construction bandied about. It is usually considered a given that shoe shoppers know what these methods are. That is not always the case, though. To that end, we are going...
Patina On Leather Shoes, How It Is Created And Enhanced
Patina is a lustrous coating naturally created over time on surfaces from copper all the way to leather. The natural process occurs when substances such as oxygen, in the case of copper, and oils, in the case of leather, come into contact with the surface and change its appearance. The...
Why the Mezlan Man is You
“You’re either in your bed or in your shoes, so it pays to invest in both” – John Wildsmith, English Shoemaker As much as you might hear or see that quote, it cannot ring any truer. We’re here to introduce you to a brand that has a special preference for...
Understanding Shoe Construction: The Goodyear Welt
Shoemaking is an artform, but in some parts of the world, it’s becoming a lost one. Thanks to cheap, mass-produced shoes literally held together with nothing but rubber cement, many men have become accustomed to inferior shoes. But there is a better way. Since 1869, when Charles Goodyear Jr. invented...
How to Care for Designer Leather Shoes
Congratulations! You have stepped up and bought men’s designer leather shoes! If properly cared for by following some simple rules, these will provide you a great look for many years. Think of your designer leather shoes as an investment and, like any such expenditure, they require care and nurturing. Consider...
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