History of shoemaking in America started at home by people making their own shoes and boot or trading other goods for ones made by their skilled neighbors. That all changed in 1750 when John Adam Dagyr arrived from Wales and settled in Lynn, Massachusetts. He systematized shoe production by housing four to six craftsmen in a small building called a ten-footer. This is the first record of large scale shoe-making in the U.S.    Fast forward to Henry Ford and the 20th century, shoe-making was such a large industry that in 1932, International Shoe Company was added to the Dow Jones Industrial Average.  By the early 1940s, nearly a quarter-million Americans were employed in the industry, many in Maine, which was the largest shoe-producing state in the country. The shoe...

To wear or not to not wear? Ahh yes, the ever important question that always arises. The rule and/or answer to that question varies according to many people’s opinions along with seasonal changes and culture. Many have an opinion that you should never wear socks with sneakers, moccasins, sandals or even dress shoes. Of course, when the temperatures drop those strong opinions start to fade away, so for many, the preference to wear or not wear socks simply comes down to temperatures and seasons.  For others, it is more about hygiene and not wearing socks is unimaginable since socks are the only thing protecting your shoes from the sweat and microscopic monsters that tend to give your shoes and feet...

Crepe is a natural material that’s predominantly made from latex tapped from trees rubber trees. This raw latex is then coagulated and rolled into solid sheets of varying thickness and then cut into soles.  Crepe soles are increasingly being used by many larger footwear companies due to the many benefits as compared to traditional rubber mass-produced soles. Crepe is renowned for comfort due to increased protection at the midfoot - as it supports the natural flexing foot movement - whilst the thousands of air bubbles contained within the materials act as a form of shock absorption protecting ligaments and tendons.  If you take a closer look at the photo up top, you will see how porous the crepe sole is, which helps it to absorb gravel and grit so...

Besides the coziness and comfort, sheepskin has many benefits and similar to other wools, is actually great for any season. Because of the high level of breathability, It keeps your feet cool during the warmer months and warm in cooler months.  Sheepskin is always comfortable due to the plush wool fibers and texture and it also provides a cushion of air that acts as a temperature insulator and regulator. Some other benefits: Sheepskin is able to absorb moisture very fast and can release it back into the air seven times faster than synthetic materials. Sheepskin that is snug against the body activates blood circulation and supports the relaxation of your toes and feet. Sheepskin is also very gentle on human skin because it contains lanolin, (also known as Wool Wax) that...