Buying tip – Carlos Santos sale at The Noble Shoe
The Portuguese brand Carlos Santos and their Goodyear welted shoes are considered quite affordable already at RRP, now you can get them at 25%...
World Championships of Shoe Shining and Shoe Patina 2026
The finalists in the two prestigious world championships contests, with finals taking place at the London Super Trunk Show on May 9, have been...
Shoegazing Podcast – Ep. 37, Q&A Special with Seiji McCarthy
Hear the Tokyo based shoemaker Seiji McCarthy answer questions from listeners and readers of Shoegazing. For example why there’s not more American bespoke
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London Super Trunk Show 2026
One of the most anticipated events in the world of quality footwear returns to London this spring. On Saturday May 9, the London Super...
Report – Boot Black factory visit
Boot Black is the premium shoe care brand of Japan's largest shoe care manufacturer Columbus. A family owned company that dates back over 100...
News – Tricker’s appoint new Creative Director
Last year I wrote about the news that the James Fayed, owner of the British shirt company Turnbull & Asser, bought a majority stake...
The picture – The sheen of smooth calf leather
I write a lot about all the great general properties that leather has, and why this makes it the ideal material for footwear. Then...
Report – Oscaria 1940’s vintage boots
In my home country Sweden we haven't had a proper shoemaking industry for many decades. But during the first half of the 1900's it...
The tip – Saphir Medaille d’Or Nappa conditioner
One of the most underrated products in Saphir Medaille d'Or's extensive range is, in my opinion, their Nappa cream. It's a product without solvents...
Report – Singapore Super Trunk Show 2026
Last weekend the first Singapore super trunk took place, and what a day it was! Lots of visitors, great atmosphere, exciting stage happenings including
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