The Dover is without doubt the quintessential Edward Green shoe. Tales of its handsewn apron and reverse split toe are legendary and rightfully so. Each is sewn by expert craftsmen who use pigs bristles rather than metal needles. The preparation of the thread itself is a major undertaking combining several long strands and bonding them with [...]
Last week we had the pleasure of visiting the Edward Green factory in Northampton, England. What you realize as you watch and talk with the men and women that make the shoes is that shoes are only as good as the people who make them. To make great shoes you need great people. These are [...]
Winter! When will it end? Not anytime soon, one month down but two to go. If you find yourself behind the snow curve we’re here for you. And for maximum water protection be sure to use Montana Pitch Blend Leather Dressing on all your rugged leather boots. Viberg, Peanut Bullhide, Vibram 132 Soles Quoddy, Woodsman [...]
In Northampton the home of England’s finest shoemakers they refer to shell cordovan as Crup. In our opinion Burgundy or Color 8 as we say in the States is one of the most beautiful colors. A deep crimson hue, which should be in every mans wardrobe. And like all shell cordovan colors the color varies [...]
The Edward Green Galway is a classic English country boot, a gentleman’s boot if you will. The beauty of these is the versatility dressy enough to wear with a suit on damp days or as a smart casual boot. Boots don’t have to be rugged to get the job done but they do need to [...]
There’s not a lot you can say about the Edward Green Dover that hasn’t already been said. It’s arguably the quintessential EG shoe. This classic English derby can be worn with confidence and pride because it’s one of the finest styles in Edward Green’s collection. Stories of the Dover’s handsewn apron are legendary; the closing [...]
Just ahead of our G&G trunk show we received several new MTO shoes. These two struck me. They’re for two different clients but both were of the same mind. These two shoes are in Brown Highland Grain. I happen to be a big fan of Scotch Grains and think it’s an excellent choice for fall [...]
Fall is in the air and wing tips are on my mind, apparently I’m not alone. There’s been a sudden spike in the number of clients looking for classic full brogues with double soles. I wear a couple of these models; I find them to be both versatile and classic. Here’s the line up. Church’s [...]
