Written by Tania Braukämper on 24 Dec 2012
English shoes, meet Italian denim. That was the introduction that took place at the start of this little collaboration, a capsule collection between Roy Rogers Jeans and Trickers. Trickers is well known for being one of the best quality producers of hand-made shoes in Brittain, founded in 1829, while Roy Rogers holds the title of the first jeans manufacturer in Italy. Bringing these two long-standing,…
Written by Tania Braukämper on 27 Oct 2012
Or rather, how Crockett & Jones shoes are made. But with SKYFALL just now hitting cinema screens, it’s hard not to get fixated on the fact that they’ve recently had the honor of supplying James Bond’s shoes. But if anything, James Bond is really just another marker that Crockett & Jones’ shoes are the kind that are meticulously made, sturdy, and classically stylish. You can…
Written by Tania Braukämper on 23 Oct 2012
There are worse things for your brand than landing product in a James Bond film – especially if you happen to be a purveyor of luxury cars, watches, suits or men’s shoes. For as much as the 007 franchise captivates both genders, it’s essentially the male dream that gets lived out on the screen with each new incarnation. And let’s face it, there are plenty…
Written by Daniel P Dykes on 27 Jul 2012
Yes Olympic fever (nowhere near as ghastly as Bieber fever) has hit Fashionising.com’s London office. Finding the fashionable remedies hasn’t been quite as easy as you might think, however. Sure we brought you the best Olympic themed fashion photo shoot and followed up on the vintage Olympics theme by way of the John Smedley x Umbro recreation collection, but truly fashionable Olympic fusions have been few…
Written by Giang Cao on 27 Jul 2012
Bright white shoes are the epitome of Summer but if you’re anything like me, you tend to scuff up your white shoes pretty easily. Whether it be from grass stains from picnics or dirt from your backyard your shoes won’t stay pristine for long. While keeping your white shoes clean shouldn’t distract you from getting out there and enjoying the sun, here are some ways…
Written by Daniel P Dykes on 5 Apr 2012
A men's shoe can be a statement piece too - but that doesn't mean it has to be over the top. A textured finish like a leather weave adds volumes to your outfit for the spring / summer season. After the break, different styles that are on trend in 2012, how to wear them, and where to nab yourself a winning pair.
Written by Magdalena Kapuscinska on 20 Mar 2012
Under the catchy name of United Nude we can discover an inventive footwear brand with architectural inclinations. The label is renowned for innovative ideas and appealing designs implemented on shoes with the twist of practicality as well. With the increasing number of United Nude enthusiasts, the brand experiments on the different currents of inspirations. For their spring / summer 2012 collection the label presents imaginative…
Written by Daniel P Dykes on 1 Sep 2011
Many a chap has long benefited from the cut of footwear known as the Chelsea boot. Smart and sometimes with a dandy overtone, their raised sole can give one a few extra centimetres in statue – something much coveted by a lot of men even if they won’t readily admit it. Prada’s autumn / fall 2011 interpretation of the boot are currently doing the rounds.
Written by Daniel P Dykes on 25 Aug 2011
I’m seldom a ‘one season wonder’ buyer. While I’m all for an exploration of fashion trends as a means of letting one renew and refresh their personal style (and lifestyle), investing in statement styles that look as if they won’t last more than a single season is something I’d rather not do. Such is my belief in the curated wardrobe that when I invest I…
Written by Alice Tate on 19 Jul 2011
FYI, this isn’t an official Hermes / Vans collaboration. Nevertheless, that doesn’t mean it isn’t cool. Whilst collaborations seem to still be fashion’s way forward – cue Lanvin x H&M, Sportsgirl x Antipodium, Jil Sander x UNIQLO – custom made products can be sometimes be even better. Robert Verdi would know; as a super stylish stylist, with designers on speed-dial, take note of his latest…