Needles - Unlined Cordovan Shoes

Needles has put their feet on the footwear game with their latest shoes, the Unlined Cordovan Shoe Collection. You read it, then you should know that these shoes are made using the finest leather. And since this is Needles, they won't use any material that is below their high standards. For their shoes, they are using the super fine shell cordovan leather from famous Horween 1905. The collection brigns out 4 models, and one of the shoes that really caught my eyes on is the Straight Tip. Beautiful.

Vans Vault x Taka Hayashi - Spring 2013 Capsule Collection

Collaboration between Vans (Vault) with Taka Hayashi has got another collection coming. For this spring 2013, the capsule collection will release not just footwear products, but also apparel items. We have seen some teasers before via glltn, and recently, the full collection images has surfaced on the internet. 

TH Engineered Boot Zip LX

What's interesting from this season is the beautiful mountaineering feel, TH Engineered Boot Zip LX, which features a vibram outsole, combined with waxed suede and horween leather. This could be a bloody good alternative than your old pair of red wing boots.

TH Lace to Toe LX

Another great pair is the TH Lace to Toe LX (I know, the name's not working for me either). Inspired by classic military paratrooper boots, and also features horween leather atop of cristy vibram sole. What makes it nicer is the contrast colored leather accent on the back heel, it makes a very nice touch.

Get these at selected Vans Vault retailers / stockists.

Chevalier - Horween Chromexcel Series

The new collection from one of local footwear brand, Chevalier, is here. The collection includes a derby, a derby boot, a boat shoe, a wingtip brogue and a longwing, all with the beautiful Horween brown chromexcel leather. In addition, they also use genuine Australian leather for the outsole and lamb skin lining plus, Chevalier's footbed and arch support technology. Interesting. 

Maine St. Footwear

A while ago i had the chance to get my hands on the upcoming products from one of local footwear brand, Maine St. Footwear. My attention goes to one their item, the suede derby shoe which comes with vibram sole. Cool. Anyway, recently the guys from Maine St. Footwear has documented their process of shoe making in pictures. Check 'em out below.

Their upcoming products will available soon at their official website, mainestfootwear.com

They will also be participating at Footurama Swapmeet !

Lthrkrft Leather Goods - The Heritage Series

Saw this on Facebook today, and got a little excited. This is from the heritage footwear series from Bandung based brand, Lthrkrft. Known for their leather goods such as Bags, Belts, and Wallets, it seems that Lthrkrft is heading towards perfection with their footwear line, especially with this Heritage Series. 

Here are the details :

"Exqusite upper, made from selected Italian veggie XL leather than hand finished to have such unique profile, every pair will be different as your own.

Newly developed shoelast derivated from vintage military last, tweaked by the finest bootmaker for a beatiful shape, better fit and unparalled comfort.

New ergonomic pattern design, ensuring the best fit for universal footshapes
lambskin lining for highest supple feel and durability.

Goodyearwelted by the finest artisan, extra details spent on every pair pursuing perfection, taking durability to a whole new level.

Metal eyelets and speedhooks on antique finished for beatiful aging characteristic as time goes by.

Newly developed outsole compound, for more comfort, traction, and abrassive resitance.

Equipped with microbeads insole, providing better arch support, better comfort, and better fit.

Polyester woven shoelaces, for utmost of durability and secure lock."

Head to Lthrkrft Facebook page for more information

form•function•form

"Form Follow Function", a phrase which became famous for the modernist architecture movement. "form•function•form" simplifies the phrase, and makes it cyclical, Form follows Function follow Form. form•function•form appreciates, uses and creates pieces that is functional. Their products are mainly Leather goods, made by hand in Florida, USA, with the highest grade components and materials like Horween leather and U.S. Made sailing & fishing equipment. I think it's right that some said that their products are aesthetically pleasing and well-made. 

So far, they has created bracelets, a button stud shell watchband (such a great alternative to the common watch band or straps), spoor key fob and architect's wallet. All are beautiful. Let's take a look.

Button Stud Shell Watchband (Horween Leather)

Architect's Wallet

Spoor Key Fob

Florsheim Limited Longwing Shoes - Haviland & Veblen

Florsheim - Veblen Longwing Shoe on Urban Outfitters

Florsheim - Haviland Longwing Shoe on Urban Outfitters

Weaver Moccasin - Marmot Shoe

Take a look at the Marmot Shoe from Weaver Moccasin. Inspired by the timeless classic Clarks' Wallabee design, the Marmot shoe features a leather upper with Goatskin lining for an extra comfort, and as you can see the stitching details are amazing. Grab this Marmot from weaver moccasin at Oi Polloi

Weaver Moccasin is a footwear brand from Japanese designer Hiroshi Takahashi's High Bridge International company. Hand finished in Portugal, these shoes are rarely found outside of Japan.

Based on the original most coveted Clarks Wallabee designs from the late 60's (when they were still hand-made by Padmore & Barnes in Ireland) the attention to detail displayed throughout the Weaver Moccasin range is, as we have come to expect from our Far Eastern friends, faultless. The shoes are genuine moccasin construction uppers, stitched to a doubled layered crepe sole and the overall quality is amazing. Weaver Moccasin are a welcome re-interpretation of some of our favorite footwear.

Pictures via Oi Polloi

Head Porter - Calvi Series

Head Porter has released the long-awaited real-leather series, Calvi. Using high quality real leather, the wallets come in 2 different colors. One is camel, which will age beautifully, and the other one is black leather. More information on HeadPorter.co.jp

Source : Honeyee

Yuketen : Maine Guide

Yuki Matsuda's brain child, YUKETEN has been always known as one of the best boots maker in the game right now. Since 1995, Yuki Matsuda has been working with Artisans across United States to recreate a true American Footwear classics. One of their iconic Yuketen design is off course, the Maine Guide boot.

Yuketen Maine Guide boot represents a moccasin boots worn by American hunters and combined with Vibram sole for comfort and durability. After years and years of perfection, we can find several model for this Maine Guide Boot. There is a Maine Guide Chukka, Maine Guide 5-eye Boot, Original Maine Guide Boot, Mine Guide Strap Boot and also the Maine Guide Oxford. See what the differences are, below.

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Andersons Woven Belt

Seen above and below are the Woven Belt selection from one of Italy's best Belt company, Andersons. Andersons have been making fine quality belts since 1966, and always pays an extra attention for their materials, details, and craftmanship. Still produced exclusively in Parma, Italy, each individual Andersons belt is hand finished and polished by an expert. These unique color and material selection from Andersons are available at Oi Polloi

Red Wing - Heritage Genuine Handsewn Collection - Chukka Boots

Saw this thing on HighSnobiety, The Chukka boots from Red Wing's Heritage Genuine Handsewn collection. These are looking good, can't wait to see their full 2012 collection.

Hard Graft - iMac Slipper

Hard Graft has always known for their amazing macbook sleeves, bags and phone cases. Recently, the Austrian-based brand has come up with this beautiful leather slipper for apple's iMac. This beautiful slipper is made to slip under your 24" or 27" iMac display and keep it from scratching your tabletop. The iMac slipper is handmade in Italy using Florentine veg-tanned leather and 100% premium wool. Get the slipper at Shop Hardgraft.

Pictures via Plus65