Red Wing Boots
This boot is one of the two key styles that elevated the Red Wing brand to worldwide renown. The 875 and 877 were made with russet colored leather, tanned by using the sap of sequoia bark. The process yielded a rich color that was very close to the coat of an Irish Setter hunting dog. These boots provided excellent arch support, and had a light, cushion crepe sole. The 877 was introduced first and the 875 would quickly follow. They became an overnight sensation among hunters and workers alike. Together the 875 and 877 became Red Wing’s most widely recognized boots and icons for the brand.
Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots for Leffot for GlobalGiving Charity
“Wolverine 1000 Mile and New York’s Leffot have teamed up to auction off a pair of their collaborative Wolverine 721 LTD Boots. The auction proceeds benefit the GlobalGiving project helping orphans in Japan rebuild after the tragic tsunami this past March 2011. The boot is based on an archival pattern from the Wolverine collection and is made from Horween shell cordovan leather. 1,000, hand-numbered pairs are being produced; the auction is for #0001.”
Alden Seven Hills Indy Boots X Need Supply
“Richmond VA’s Need Supply works over a pair of Indy boots with New England’s Alden shoe company. Since we’re all familiar with the quality of Alden (no questions there) it all comes down to the colorway. This one is a win. the Tan Dakota upper, all around Goodyear welt construction with white stitching looks great against the brown laces as well. The eyelets also get some special treatment. Finished with a white Vibram sole. Find them at Need Supply.”
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Bed Stu Autumn 2012 Preview
“Here’s is a very early fast forward to Autumn 2012 from Bed Stu. They share with us early looks at their boot offering for the end of next year. We don’t mind sharing. The looks run the range of textiles and looks. Our eyes are set on the distressed suedes which look to always remain friendly to the consumers out there. We will not say much for now. Enjoy the early preview.”
Often associated with some of the dressier make-ups, Cigar Shell Cordovan is as beautiful as it is rare. Loved for its transparent depth of color and its ability to hold a shine forever. Here is a pair of boots showing Cigar Shell in a more casual light, proving that Cordovan does not need to be babied. These are stunning.
Thanks Nicholas (of Hollows Leather) for sending it my way
Ronnie Fieg X Chippewa 2011 Fall/Winter Boots
“After speaking glowingly about his contribution to Chippewa in 2010, NYC designer Ronnie Fieg is back at it again for 2011. What separates these boots from the rest besides their top notch, extremely rich leathers, soft leather linings, Vibram outsoles and amazing handmade craftsmanship is that it doesn’t come at the cost of extreme comfort. Priced at $230 USD, Fieg will release a limited run of all three colorways this Friday, December 2 at 11 a.m. EST on Kithnyc.com, as well as both Kith Brooklyn and Kith NYC stores.”
Tricker’s X SuperDenim 3 Ways Stow Boot & Brogues
“Tricker’s and Superdenim have teamed up again to great effect with another exciting theme, with this “3 Ways” concept. Consisting both the Stow Boot and Brogue Shoe in both brown and black colorways, with the use of suede, pebbled leather and premium leather making for a compromising look.”
Ronnie Fieg X Sebago Fall / Winter 2011
“Ronnie Fieg recently gave us a look at his first installment for Sebago to be released this Fall/Winter 2011. The Sebago whip stitch boot will come in two Horween leathers entitled Tan pull up and “43″ dark brown. As usual to most RF designs his details are unique to him and accent the silhouette rather than take away from it. Limited to 360 pairs and priced at $150 they will be available this Friday October 28th at Mr. Fieg’s newly opened KITH shop in Brooklyn as well as RonnieFieg.com”
Visvim Autumn / Winter 2011 Collection
“Visvim’s A/W ’11 collection sees the addition of two all-new footwear styles for this season. The Zermatt boot-Folk is a truly premium interpretation of the traditional mountain boot, in textured black kudu leather, with a white Vibram ‘Gumlite’ sole. The Veritus boot-Folk is Visvim’s take on a US army jungle boot, available in two colours, with a heavyweight cotton canvas upper, hand-dyed kudu leather apron and custom Vibram sole. We’ve also received updates of three familiar Visvim footwear silhouettes including the ever-popular Serra hiking boot, Skynyrd ring moccasin and Whymper mountain boot.”
Supreme X Clarks - Fall / Winter 2011 - Desert Mali Boot
“Supreme has just introduced its new collaboration with Clarks for this fall. The Mali Desert Boot. Available in leather and nubuck, the pair is mounted on a crepe sole and logo of the brand in New York at the heel. Available from October 20 in the US.”
Red Wing - Style No. 875
“If the 877 is the iconic Red Wing boot, the 875 is a close second. Almost identical in look, it was built to address the work customer that preferred a shorter boot. The 6” style is purpose-built with premium Red Wing Oro-iginal leather, Goodyear welt construction, a white Traction Tred sole and triple stitched quality.”
Diemme New Tiroli Wing Grain Leather Boot
“Founded by two Italian Brothers, Dennis and Marco in the district of Montebelluna, Italy Diemme has really flourished of late. Now, 2 decades later the Diemme boots are more up to date than ever. Diemme is known for using the best fabrics available and only using the best craftsmanship. This is the Wing tip boot, it comes in rugged leather, lightweight, sewn on Vibram sole and the real deal hiking lacing.
Available now from Tres Bien.”
