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Our latest Shoe Shots has us in Paris as we enjoy the culture, pastries and of course the shoes.

French compatriots  STILL GOOD and Spring Court collaborate on a special edition of the iconic low top for the SS12 season. The classic silhouette features uppers made from  Japanese chambray with contrast detailing. These  will be available in limited quantities exclusively at Colette for around €85  at a special event March 1st. More info here. [...]

Japanese label tries their hand at reinterpreting the classic chuck silhouette, this version features premium suede uppers with heel tab set on an off whiter vulcanized rubber sole. These are available now at exclusive WTAPS stockist.

A part of Visvim’s Japansim collection a special edition Skagway is created drawing inspiration from tradition Japanese craft. The hi top sneaker is available in the colorways with traditional Japanese stitching set on a scuffed up rubber sole. These are available now at exclusive Visvim stockists for ¥46,200 or around £38o.

Nigel Cabourn draws inspiration from the British troops stationed in North Africa during WWII better known as the Desert Rats for his SS12 Authentic collection. The shoes are based on vintage British Army training shoes constructed with military cotton drill uppers , metal eyelets set on a rubber ridged sole. They are available in 3 [...]

Japanese label puts a clever twist on the classic oxford silhouette. Embroidered on the toe box is Fuck the Past, Fuck the Future” reminding us to live in the present. These are available now in 2 colorways at exclusive undercover stockists for ¥58,800.

Primarily known for its leather bags London based JAS MB makes their first foray into footwear with an impressive collection for AW12. The collection includes a classic derby and chukka in 3 different colorways each with premium treated leathers and  the same level of craftsmanship found on their bags. These will be available at exclusive [...]

US based Eastland has been at it since 1955 , Still very much a family operation  they are capitalizing on their rich heritage with the Made in Maine collection. For AW12 we see a robust collection full of boots , loafer, boat shoes and other classic silhouettes crafted in Maine with premium leathers and materials. [...]

Vane continues their partnership with Sebago for the SS12 season putting modern touches on the classic boot. Included in the collection are 2 hi cut boots each with a unique style, one sporting a washed canvas camo upper mixed with leather the other with a futuristic approach complete with straps padded collar in a black [...]

 Menswear designer Thom Browne classic approach to footwear remains timeless yet modern.  The SS12 collection is a perfect example with a nice simple mix of brogues,  chukka and loafer silhouettes all with the signature touch of color seen throughout  all of his collections. These are available now at exclusive Thom Browne stockists.

Mark McNairy showed off thier new offerings for AW12 at capsule recently. Here’s a quick sneak peek at whats to come. The collection features  classic silhouettes twisted with interesting materials, patterns and color combinations with craftsmanship you can trust provided by  UK ‘s own Sanders & Sanders. Look out for more pics soon.  

Nonnative puts their personal touch on the classic Regal long wing tip. This version features buttery suede uppers with a gore tex lining brogue detailing set on a crepe sole. These are available in 2 colorways now at exclusive stockists for ¥49,140 or around £400.