The Bespoke Shoes Thread

[epsilon22]

I don't think it's that common? But I agree, I'd probably be unhappy if a shoemaker stamps their logo or name on my shoes.

 

[masugu]

I don't think it's that common? But I agree, I'd probably be unhappy if a shoemaker stamps their logo or name on my shoes.

Well Lobb does it…Mr Nicholas Templeman (formerly of Lobb) does it…There are likely others.

I think the practice was done in the old days to prevent outworkers from selling the quality pieces bespoke makers provided for finishing the shoes - and subbing in cheaper materials.

 

[Texasmade]

Is it just me....or do others prefer the maker NOT stamp their name on the sole? I know history behind the reason, but seems to me this is an unsightly mark - especially for fish tail and/or fiddleback waist treatments...

Doesn't really bother me. I remember when I did a tour of the JLP workshop, Patrick Verdillon showed me the stamp and then stamped a piece of leather saying how every show gets stamped as the final step. He then purposely marked out the stamp on the piece of leather even though it was just a scrap leather.

 

[epsilon22]

Well Lobb does it…Mr Nicholas Templeman (formerly of Lobb) does it…There are likely others.

I think the practice was done in the old days to prevent outworkers from selling the quality pieces bespoke makers provided for finishing the shoes - and subbing in cheaper materials.

I probably missed it because I didn't pay too much attention, but you seem to be right, I scoured Nicholas' instagram and found this:



Though if it's barely legible like that I probably wouldn't notice.

 

[DorianGreen]

Is it just me....or do others prefer the maker NOT stamp their name on the sole? I know history behind the reason, but seems to me this is an unsightly mark - especially for fish tail and/or fiddleback waist treatments...

I always prefer no logo, but, frankly, on the sole it doesn't bother me too much.

 

[masugu]

I always prefer no logo, but, frankly, on the sole it doesn't bother me too much.

Yes…I suppose it’s not a big deal. Especially if the quality of the rest of the shoe (ie a Templeman or Lobb) is as high as usual.

 

[TimothyF]

Much ado about nothing. Who cares what's written on the sole? That's the part of the shoe that's supposed to get scratched up and dirty as hell

 

[masugu]

Much ado about nothing. Who cares what's written on the sole? That's the part of the shoe that's supposed to get scratched up and dirty as hell

Lighten up Francis 😂 not making a big to do…isn’t bespoke all about the details? Why get a nice fish tail or fiddle back waist then if the sole is going to get all scratched up and dirty then. 🤷🏻‍♂️.

Everything here is much ado about nothing.

Happy Holidays!

 

[DorianGreen]

Another lovely loafer (not finished yet) by Perticone.

 

[DorianGreen]

An impressive Monk Strap by Yohei Fukuda.

 

[DorianGreen]

I'm always strongly struck by Yohey Fukuda's footwear, everything looks so sharp, masterfully designed and superbly finished. Not to mention leathers and colours.

A Balmoral Oxford with U-cap.

 

[DorianGreen]

Not a fan of exotic leathers, but can't deny that these loafers in sharkskin look highly attractive. Perticone.

 

[shirtingfantasy]

Much ado about nothing. Who cares what's written on the sole? That's the part of the shoe that's supposed to get scratched up and dirty as hell

When the stamping is done at the waist, it can last a long time

 

[shirtingfantasy]

Spiral double monk, Berluti
(Originally in boxcalf, recoloured)

 

[DorianGreen]

A strapped loafer in pigskin by Emiko Matsuda.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!