Happy National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day! This week: some springtime additions at Crockett & Jones; Russell Moccasin’s lightweight Safari boot; the latest Alden exclusive at Brogue; and more.
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Viberg 2020 Service Boot in Moose Viking Calf: $960
More fresh additions to Viberg’s current seasonal lineup have been added, including these ebony-colored Moose Viking Calf Service Boots. Check out more of our highlights on this latest drop here.
Oak Street Cap-Toe Field Boot in Whisky Classic Calf: $524
Oak Street’s latest limited release highlights this Whisky Classic Calf from British tannery C.F. Stead. This calfskin has a subtle degree of pull-up, and it’s treated with waxes and oils that emphasize both texture and luster in equal measure. This Classic Calf is found on both the Field Boot…
Oak Street Cap-Toe Trench Oxford in Whisky Classic Calf: $508
…and the Trench Oxford. Both models feature straight toe caps for an extra-smart, semi-dress look.
Alden x Leffot “Villager Boot” in Snuff Suede: $685 (Pre-Order)
Leffot’s take on the Alden plain-toe boot comes on the Trubalance last with a 360 pre-stitch reverse welt and double leather soles. It’s now available to order in the classic Snuff Suede…
Alden x Leffot “Villager Boot” in Color 8 Shell Cordovan: $905 (Pre-Order)
…and the Color 8 Shell Cordovan variant is back, as well.
Crockett & Jones Harvard 2 in Khaki Suede: $595
The Harvard 2 is C&J’s unlined version of their popular Boston penny loafer, and is crafted on the 376 last, which features a heel designed to comfortably hug a sockless foot. New seasonal colors for the Harvard 2 include this Khaki Suede…
Crockett & Jones Harvard 2 in Snuff Repello Suede: $595
…as well as this Snuff Repello Suede (more weatherproof and ideal if you happen to get caught in the rain).
Russell Moccasin Safari: $535
Made with a single-vamp moccasin construction and complemented with a Lactae Hevea natural rubber sole, the Safari is an excellent lightweight boot suited for all sorts of activities in the great outdoors. Just a few sizes remain!
Unmarked DB Hunter Cap-Toe Boot in Black Chromexcel: $490 (Pre-Order)
Unmarked is bringin’ the heat with the latest version of their DB Hunter derby boots, which are outfitted with a brogue cap-toe and 360 stitchdown construction. The Itshide studded soles are also extra-secured at the waist with brass pegs (a nod to their Western bootmaking heritage). This pre-order—running through March 21st—offers a wide range of leather options: Horween’s Black CXL seen above, as well as Burgundy, Navy, and Brown CXL, plus Golden Oak Essex.
Unmarked Desert Boot in Golden Oak Essex: $400
Meanwhile, these workboot-inspired Desert Boots from Unmarked are available to ship immediately. This three-eyelet chukka pattern comes with a 360 flat welt and Vibram Christy soles.
Alden x Brogue “Alfonso” Longwing Blucher in Navy Nubuck: $667
Brogue’s latest Alden exclusive is an LWB on the Barrie last in this slick Navy Nubuck. Other features include a 360 pre-stitch reverse welt and commando soles, plus some brass eyelets that lend these shoes a much more casual vibe.
Goral Footwear x Hyde Wares Mellor II in Brown Oak Tan: $363 (Pre-Order)
UK-based sneakermakers Goral Footwear have collaborated with Jonathan Hyde of Hyde Wares to produce something pretty darn unique, as far as sneakers are concerned: low tops made with oak-tanned leather from the one and only J&FJ Baker’s, the last remaining oak bark tannery in the UK. The uppers are around 2mm in thickness, and the cupsoles are attached with a resoleable Blake construction. Available in Brown…
Goral Footwear x Hyde Wares Mellor II in Natural Oak Tan: $363 (Pre-Order)
…as well as Natural. This pre-order will be ending fairly soon. (Also available in women’s sizes!)