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Exploring Meermin’s Best Boots In Their New York City Store
Today, we're discussing Meermin, a Spanish brand that pulls off an unbelievably rare feat: Goodyear welted footwear with leathers from the world's most revered
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We've reviewed and compared dozens of Thursday Boot Company boots since the brand launched in 2014. For over a decade, Thursday has been making resoleable,
Tahura Boots Review | Indonesia’s Rugged Refinement
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Grant Stone Traveler Loafer Review | The Most Versatile Loafer on Earth
Expert Verified By: Ticho Blanco, Footwear & Men's Style Expert TL;DR: Grant Stone Loafer Review: With a toe that’s roomy but not too casual, a solid
The Ultimate Grant Stone Boots Review, According to Experts
There's one brand on the market that has perfected the "smart casual" category for boots: Grant Stone. Founder Wyatt Gilmore had both a father and
Cat Invader Boots Review | Work Boot Or Work Sneaker?
I recently picked up one of CAT’s popular work boots, the Invader Hi Steel Toe work boot. CAT markets this boot to “Industrial Athletes" in a YouTube video that
How Should Loafers Fit? The Ultimate Guide to Sizing Men’s Loafers
Expert Verified By: Justin FitzPatrick, Shoemaker Not all shoe styles are created equal, especially when it comes to sizing. Finding the perfect size in a
Satchel & Page Padfolio Review: Classic Minimalism With a Modern Twist
The New York-based brand Satchel & Page specializes in making high-quality leather goods for men with an emphasis on minimalism, timelessness, and
How to Clean Leather Boots: 6 Expert Tips
So you've invested in a great pair of leather boots, and you've been proudly wearing them for months—whether for work, as a durable everyday footwear, on
Rhodes Caliber Roper Review | A Wedge Sole Cowboy Boot?
Lately, I’ve become increasingly obsessed with Roper-style cowboy boots, and when I heard that Rhodes makes a wedge-soled offering called the Roper Boot
How to Clean Cowboy Boots (Expert Advice): Smooth Leather, Suede, & More
Looking into how to clean cowboy boots properly? Good on you. No one wants to accidentally ruin their boots while trying to maintain them — or from not trying
Goral Sharman Review | The Premium Doc Marten?
Some time ago, I learned about Goral, a small shoemaker in Sheffield, England, that makes resoleable sneakers with high-end leathers from tanneries like
Thursday Boots Legend Women’s Chelsea Review | The Ultimate Everyday Boot
It’s a bold move to call a boot The Legend. But for Thursday Boot Company, the bold naming choice comes with the goods to back it up. Here, we have a classic
Women’s Moon Boots Review: The Icon’s Modern Art for Frigid Feet
I've wanted a pair of Moon Boots since high school when a cool girl from New York City moved to my town and had a mid-calf, furry pair that was the envy of the
Silverado Lumberjack Boots Review | Testing the Lesser Known, USA-Made Work Boot
If you're a working man who prefers American made work boots and you don't want to pay an arm and a leg for quality, you’re in luck. Silverado boots might have
Satchel & Page Belt Review: 3 Years With Both Belts
It's just a belt. Until it breaks. When I needed a new belt, I followed advice from fellow Stridewise writer Daniel Pati, who wrote an essay about the
7 Types of Loafers for Men (Horsebit vs Tassel vs Beefroll vs Handsewn)
Whether you're looking for business casual shoes or something to slip on with shorts and a linen shirt, look no further than the loafer. But with so many
Blundstone 490 Boot Review: Do Work Blunnies Hold Up?
Australian boot company Blundstone makes good value, water-resistant, slip-on boots. In their native Australia — a country that seriously loves Chelsea boots —
Which Boots Can Be Resoled? Cemented, Blake Stitch, Goodyear Welted, & More
Expert Verified By: Trenton Potter, Cobbler & Footwear Expert They look cool, sure, but a massive draw for guys shopping for boots is their longevity.
Thursday Uptown Booties Review: Uptown Boots, Downtown Prices
I am not an Uptown Girl. I’m not even a Downtown Girl. I live in Brooklyn. But sometimes, I like to throw on some cosplay, jump on the A-train, and head to
6 Doc Marten Alternatives That Don’t Suck
Dr. Martens boots suck. Why? They’re expensive, poorly made, wear out fast, and you can’t resole them easily. They don't even make half sizes! (No one wants
