Over the last century, a whole generation of new labels has remade the market in its image, using vegetable-tanned leathers and Goodyear-welted soles to create shoes that look nothing like the brogues or wingtips of the 1900s. But with so many great brands—each with their own distinct backstory, aesthetic philosophy, and approach to craftsmanship—picking your next pair of loafers can be a daunting task.
So to help you navigate the world of lasts, leathers, and lug soles, we went deep on the most essential names in the game, from age-old British stalwarts to new-school cobbling imprints in Copenhagen, Paris, and New York. Read the full story here.
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