MOCCASINS VS LOAFERS What are Moccasins? Traditionally moccasins were shoes in which the sole and sides were 1 piece and then the top was handstitched to close the shoe. This technique is followed by some of the shoemakers even now for handmade Moccasins. Laces were common on Moccasins, eventhough they had very reduced functionality since the shoe were worn by slipping into rather than tying them down. Another distinct feature of Moccasins is that they are made without heels, on a flat sole design. What are Loafers? Loafers are shoes that are constructed similar to regular shoes such as Brogues or Derbys; but the main distinction is that they don't have laces. The shoes can have various types of accessories over the...
Brogues are the most versatile style you can have in your shoe collection. They come in various styles and colours; especially adding an interesting take over existing styles such as Derbys and MonkStraps. What is a Brogue? Brogue Shoes have been around since the 1700s, as fashion started to become part of an individual's identity. The origin of its name is bróg which is the Gaelic translation for the word Shoe. Brogues are identified by the perforated holes on various parts of the shoe upper, in different types of shoes, which is also referred to as Broguing the shoe. What are the different types of Brogues? 1. Derby Brogue are open laced shoes, which is the most common type...
Shoes are the most important item in a gentleman's wardrobe. After all, a certain pair of shoes can make or break the look even if you're wearing a designer suit. Everyone makes an effort to buy the best possible suit, but most people miss out on the shoes that would bring the entire look together. In this article we share the 4 essential shoe styles every man must have in his wardrobe. BROGUES In every collection, the brogues are the most versatile style of shoes. They work extremely well with a suit for a formal event, and can also be worn with jeans and shirt for a semi-formal or casual setting. Brogues are also the most hybrid style in every collection, since...
We all love the look of handcrafted leather shoes, straight out of the box. With a fresh Leather smell and its heavenly sheen to go along with it. And after a few weeks, the shoes look worn out, dirty and dull; at times taking the excitement out of the investment in your new Italian luxury formal shoes. We have compiled a few points so that your shoes can return to their original glory by following a few simple steps in shoe and leather care. LEATHER SHOES To start, wipe your shoes (including the sole) with a damp cotton cloth. After drying, apply shoe wax with a sponge or a soft bristle brush on the upper leather. A Neutral colour wax...
DERBY VS OXFORDS VS BROGUES Derbies, Oxfords and Brogues; we recommend that you should have each of these styles in your luxury formal shoes collection. You might know of the types of formal shoes, but do you know the difference between Derbies, Oxfords, and Brogues? In order to choose the right pair for any occasion, it is important to understand the key characteristics of each type of shoe. Derby, Oxford, and Brogue shoes are three common formal footwear styles for men, but due to similarities in their appearance, it’s can be confusing to identify the style correctly. Worry not, we'll help you with learning how to differentiate between the three styles. All these styles are closed stitch shoes and are mostly worn...
