Allen Edmonds has been handcrafting footwear in America since 1922, building themselves into a company with heritage that's known for their classic men's shoes and boots made with timeless American style. This in-depth Allen Edmonds boots review features the popular Dalton in the dark chocolate colorway. I'll cover the brand's background, style & design, quality … [Read more...]
6 Types of Shoes Every Man Needs (And a Few Nice to Haves)
Shoes are important—perhaps, the most important item of clothing in a man's wardrobe, which is why I've compiled this list of essential shoes for men. Besides nailing the fit, I'd say that most men should first start with investing in a few quality pairs of shoes. Fellas, it's time to take inventory of your current shoe collection; what you have and what you may … [Read more...]
The Clarks Originals Desert Boot in Beeswax (7 Years Later)
The Clarks brand has been around since 1825, believe it or not. Since its inception, their desert boot has become a men's style stalwart, but the question is whether or not the iconic Clarks Desert Boot truly stands the test of time. In this comprehensive, long-term Clarks Desert Boot review, I'm going to go over the history of Clarks, explain the difference … [Read more...]
How I Heel Lock Lace My Boots (The Best Shoe Lacing Technique)
While the heel lock lacing method of tying shoes might be familiar to longtime runners, I'd say a majority of people have no idea what it is, let alone how to go about tying a heel lock (lace lock). This visual guide will show you step-by-step, exactly how I heel lock lace my boots so that you can get all the benefits of this trusty, underrated boot and shoe lacing … [Read more...]
Ace Marks Duke Sneaker and Troy Chelsea Boot Review (6 Month Update)
Ace Marks is a direct to consumer (DTC) company that creates handcrafted, luxury Italian shoes. After launching in 2016, Ace Marks has continued to build out its collection and now offers everything from minimalist leather sneakers to sleek chelsea boots. This article is in partnership with Ace Marks. Gentleman Within only works with brands we know and love and Ace … [Read more...]
