Converse Japan has released two new headturning high-top styles for Fall/Winter 2012. The first, ‘Mountain Parka Hi’ (above), eschews using different textures or materials and opts instead to be inspired by (and look very similar to) a mountain parka. You you may have one that already matches the shoes in your closet. Simple colors (red, […]

The last time we mentioned John Varvatos, we were featuring his latest high-top Chucks. This time around, Varvatos has introduced his latest boots made of Italian leather and wool felt. The soft leather hand and vintage look are a result of the Tahoe Felt Work Boots being garment dyed upon construction. They feature a double […]

Yuketen, well known for the sturdy footwear and luggage they produce with classic Americana touches, has introduced their Maine Guide Quilt Boots. The brown boots feature pristine leather and plaid wool with a herringbone panel upper sewn onto a Vibram Christy outsole. With metal eyelets, leather laces and contrasting yellow gusset, the American made “Quilt” […]

As summer winds down, we’re given the opportunity to check out some new cold weather kicks from a company that knows how to keep the focus on their philosophy and not one particular shoe. New Balance, unlike most shoe companies, uses a numbered reference system instead of the traditional naming. The newest in their line […]

Featuring stitch down construction which lends the footwear a vintage appeal, the Barrett Lace-No-Lace Boots from John Varvatos are manufactured from fine calfskin. The boots feature grey leather lining and double blind metal eyelet detail — the bottom eyelets fully lace with cotton laces. Grab a pair for $275. More photos of the Barrett Lace-No-Lace Boots […]

With both multinational corporations and small independent brands simultaneously reaching out to him, Moscow-based graphic artist Aske has been in demand these days. His followers throughout Europe and here in the US helped bring attention to his work and led to him being featured last year in Print Magazine’s annual New Visual Artists “20 under […]

Japanese retailer Kinetics in partnership with boot king Timberland have announced their third series of boots with guest designer Jeff Staple of Staple Design. While the exact release date is still unknown, these extra cushioned high tops will be available soon. The boots are business in the front with a cool gray exterior, but party in the inner […]

Kris Van Assche knows what he can do and he does it well. He’s turning out pair after pair of beautiful sneakers and he shows no signs of stopping. These Van Assche Black Combo Sneakers are robust with all the signature stamps of the designer: black leather, high tops, and one distinct feature that makes […]