Category: In the spotlight
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Introducing: the leather monk strap loafer
While we are happy to introduce you to our version of the leather monk strap loafer, this style has actually been around for around 100 years. Church’s Shanghai is an iconic style that was revamped in 2009 having originally been created in the late 1920s for the ex-pat customer. Designed…
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New men’s black Oxford shoes on the block
The men’s black Oxford shoe is a classic, if not, THE classic. There are expected and exalted elements that go into producing this very fine shoe, but there is always room for a little bit of reinvention. This leads us to introduce you to our new shoe on the block,…
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How to wear men’s winter boots
You cannot have failed to notice the cold, wet weather we have been experiencing lately. Guys… this is winter and there is more to come. While most of us would rather rush through these inclement months, you cannot refuse to go outside! This is where men’s winter boots are your…
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Celebrating British heritage with the Montpellier kiltie monk shoe
Back in the day, my father had a cracking pair of golf shoes that sported a fringe across the vamp…the kiltie tongue. Imagine my joy, when Herring brought out a new kiltie monk shoe? What is a kiltie? Named after a historic French city, the Montpellier has more Scottish heritage…
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New product: The clever leather holdall
If we do say so ourselves, this is a super-smart holdall. Not just because it looks great, as you would expect from a Herring piece of luggage, but because it is so much more than a weekend bag. We think the Boringdon is our most versatile bag design to date.…
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Can you wear suede footwear in bad weather?
For cheaply made suede footwear, often found on the high street, the advice would usually be to avoid rain, sleet and snow. Cheaper suede shoes and boots will undoubtedly suffer in these conditions. This reply inspired an office discussion as we were designing a new range of quality sneakers that…
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Marking the party season with a new two-tone spectator
Christmas is on its way, which means party season is too! It’s a wonderful chance to enjoy time with friends, family and work colleagues, dress up a bit, and let your hair down. The TV adverts are rolling, the supermarkets are full of festive food. Someone in the office has…
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What’s the difference between chukka boots and desert boots?
The origins of a shoe or boot usually determine the difference between styles and this example is no exception. Let us consult the history books to work out the difference between a chukka boot and a desert boot. History of desert boots Desert boots were brought to the UK by…
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Chelsea boots: The perennial favourite
There is no doubt the Chelsea boot is a perennial favourite. But wait…do not assume that makes the it boring! The joy of a Chelsea boot is that it comes in so many different styles within a single genre to keep it fresh for every season. The history of the…
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New style: The Atlanta premium men’s trainer
This is purely coincidental but our newest premium men’s trainer shares the name of an Olympic venue from 1996. The Atlanta Olympics marked the 100-year anniversary of the modern version of this much-loved international sporting tournament that we have been treated to this year. If the Olympics has inspired your…
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New style: The Sardinia men’s driving shoe
When we decided we wanted to produce a fun men’s driving shoe, I am not so sure we were prepared for the fun we would have taking photos of them at our local skatepark! While we tried to keep ourselves out of the way, our new skater friend was only…
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New style: The Ibiza men’s penny loafer
How do you upgrade a men’s penny loafer? I mean, they are pretty darn cool just as they are. They bridge all seasons – socks or sans socks – can be dressed up or down. Loafers come in plenty of stylish variants too to give the wearer real choice. They…
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New style: The Cordelia women’s deck shoe
We have given the women’s deck shoe a splash of colour for spring/summer 2024! We wanted to treat our female customers to a thoroughly joyful addition to our women’s footwear collection. Commonly seen in brown or navy calf for the sailor-inspired men’s versions, we have gone to town with multiple…
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New style: The Dillon men’s loafer
The Dillon is one of our best-selling men’s loafers. A perennial favourite, these shoes ooze class whether you team them with a dinner jacket, wear them for work, or step out with a bit of style at the weekend. This super-chic shoe has featured in many of our Journal articles,…
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New style: The Torre men’s rugged boot
We have shone the spotlight on the men’s rugged boot recently in response to the enduring enthusiasm for the Peaky Blinder style. We have also started inching towards suede as we embrace spring. But how about blending the two? The Torre does exactly that. With a cleated, chunky rubber sole,…
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New style: The Barcelona men’s tasselled loafer
With spring in the air, we wanted to give you the lowdown on one of our most enduring styles – the men’s tasselled loafer – that has recently had a revamp. The Barcelona is one of our best-selling loafers. Here’s a little reminder of why they are so beloved. There…
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New style: The Badminton gentlemen’s boot
We think the Herring Badminton is the ultimate gentleman’s boot. We envisage our customers striding purposefully around the rural landscape (or local park). Their feet will be warmed by thick, woolly socks tucked inside their frankly gorgeous boots. However, this boot also lends itself to the more industrial, city style…
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Mill Bay tote bag
To anyone local, Mill Bay will instantly make them reminisce about one of the most beautiful beaches in the South Hams, the home of Herring Shoes. Naturally, this was the inspiration for naming our latest addition to our luggage catalogue from the exclusive Tanner Bates. What makes a tote bag?…
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The Scarlette – new women’s horsebit loafer
We have created our own version of the Gucci-inspired horsebit loafer with the launch of the Scarlette. The Scarlette is made using super-soft, glove-like, flexible leather for the upper and a rubber sole to give wearers an effective grip. Of course, we have added our version of the horsebit trim…
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The Cambridge – men’s laced boot
As we take a closer look at autumn/winter styles for men, we would like to introduce you to our new men’s laced boot, the Cambridge. This is a bona-fide English-made boot from Northamptonshire. This boot is rugged enough for tramping along the trails but is smart enough for lunch or…