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Humphrey Tsui

Humphrey is a native Brooklynite who loves to talk about personal styling! He has been a resident contributor at Stridewise for over 5 years now. On here, you will find his expertise on leather, shoe construction among other things related to menswear. Message him on Instagram!

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The Benefits of Boot Kilties (False Tongues) and How to Use Them

A kiltie is a false tongue that protects the softest part of your boot, improves fit for certain feet (and certain boots), and helps to add a pop of style to

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How to Size Thursday Boots in 2024 (According to Experts)

I've owned a good dozen pairs of Thursday boots over the years, all at different stages of the company's growth. Why does that last part matter? Because

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Red Wing Iron Ranger vs Moc Toe Boots | Sizing, Style, and Comfort Comparison

When a man is looking for a pair of casual boots that are as stylish as they are durable, they typically land on Red Wing Heritage, the Minnesota outfit that's

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Thursday Boots vs Beckett Simonon | Who Makes the Best Value Boots?

In the world of footwear, quality isn't always determined by price alone. While the retail price can serve as a useful reference point, exclusively relying on

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5 Best Leather Sneakers For Wide Feet From E to EEEEE, Expert Tested

Buying leather sneakers can be a daunting task for various reasons — it's a financial step up from basic canvas kicks, and you want to get this right — but it

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12 Common Projects Alternatives | Minimalist Sneakers, Reasonable Prices

Minimalist, white-leather sneakers are like the black cap-toe oxfords of a casual wardrobe: it's a shoe that will never go out of style and it pairs seamlessly

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Sustainability, Slavery, and Jeans: Why This Artist Only Works With Blue Denim

Every artist has their preferred medium. For some, it's oil on canvas, for others, it's acrylic on wood. But for English artist Ian Berry, it's denim on

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Thursday’s Maverick Boots Review | The Best Value Cowboy Boots?

Thursday Boot Company is a brand that needs no introduction; their stellar marketing has put the brand's name firmly in the public consciousness. I see dozens

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Are Dievier’s Nomads the Most Affordable Moc Toe Boots?

Dievier is a new boot company based in San Diego that's managing to bring something new to the table: resoleable moc toes that are even cheaper than Thursday

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9 Best Leather Sneakers for Men 2025 | Minimalist, Low Profile, Dressy Sneaks

Whether you're a sneakerhead or not, there is no denying the enduring appeal of leather sneakers as staples in any wardrobe. They're easy to walk in, come in

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Thursday Vanguard vs Captain | Is One Boot Better for Your Needs?

For the longest time, newcomers to boots defaulted to the Red Wing Iron Ranger for their first boot. But since the arrival of Thursday Boot Company, there's a

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Inside NYC’s Best Shoe Stores: J. Fitzpatrick and His Patina Artistry

With so many newer brands in the scene offering not much more than their own version of classic American boot patterns, there are few bootmakers that stand out

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5 Best Men’s Leather Gloves For Winter | Toughest, Touchscreen, and More

When the temperature drops, blood flows out of your extremities and back to your core. This is why you feel your fingers and toes getting cold before the rest

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What Boots Did Indiana Jones Wear?

In retrospect, Indiana Jones's actions and reputation as an archeologist do not age well when you consider all the artifacts and ancient tombs he's destroyed,

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Jakkrabbits Review: The Luxury Red Wing Moc Toe Alternative From Indonesia

If you take the classic Red Wing 875 and elevated every aspect of the boot, then you will get the Jakkrabbits Moc Toe Boot. Both models share a lot of

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5 Best Alden Boots (From a Guy With 30 Pairs)

Famed Alden collector JD Sasso joined us for this journey through the best Alden boots on the market. New England was once home to numerous shoe

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Comparing All of Huckberry’s Waxed Jackets

Huckberry is an online retailer that lives and breathes the heritage lifestyle. Founded by friends Andy Forch and Richard Greiner in 2010, the company has

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How To Make Cheap Boots Look Expensive

In a world dominated by sneakers in an ever-growing casual workplace, many people, including yourself might not find the need to buy expensive leather boots or

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Cheap vs Expensive Boots | 5 Areas to Consider When Buying

People looking for their first pair of boots often likens the process to an odyssey. They are consumed by their goal of finding their dream pair, and hours —

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How To Size Red Wing Boots | A Guide to Every Boot from Red Wing Themselves

Most people's introduction to well-made footwear is usually going to be a pair of boots from Red Wing's Heritage label. There isn't really a mystery as to

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Inside NYC’s Best Shoe Stores: Leffot

Situated in the West Village between Christopher St. and Gay St. is Leffot. Founded by Steven Taffel in 2008, for over a decade now Steven and his team offer an

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How To Clean Suede Boots | The Best Products and a Step-By-Step Guide

Expert Verified By: Trenton Potter, Cobbler & Footwear Expert While extremely popular amongst dress shoe enthusiasts, suede is often not the first choice

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Unboxing $785 Viberg Service Boots

If you know anything about the boot-collecting hobby, then you must be no stranger to Viberg. Founded in 1931 by Edwin Viberg, this Canadian boot company is

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5 Best Japanese Leather Jacket Brands

A good leather jacket can make any outfit — hell, any person  — look cool. Even paired with dirty jogging shoes and a coffee-stained tee, if you've got a cool

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