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Backing British with GORAL shoes Shoe style guide
11 March 2026

Backing British with GORAL shoes

Herring has worked with some of the best in the British shoemaking business, and now our attention turns to GORAL shoes. GORAL began as…
Celebrating the iconic Paraboot Michael Shoe style guide
26 February 2026

Celebrating the iconic Paraboot Michael

“Iconic Paraboot Michael” is a big statement! However, it is aptly applied when describing this classic silhouette that is so entrenched in the Paraboot…
Can you wear trainers with a suit? Shoe style guide
16 February 2026

Can you wear trainers with a suit?

The question of “Can you wear trainers with a suit?” is probably more controversial in the UK then on the Continent where suits and…
Shoes to capture The Night Manager style Shoe style guide
4 February 2026

Shoes to capture The Night Manager style

While the plot has had its viewers on the edge of their seats, the clothes and the shoes are just as intoxicating as Tom…
Introducing: the leather monk strap loafer In the spotlight
26 January 2026

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…
New men’s black Oxford shoes on the block In the spotlight
20 January 2026

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…
Top 10 men’s shoes of 2025 Shoe style guide
10 January 2026

Top 10 men’s shoes of 2025

At the beginning of a new year, we like to reflect on the 12 months before and create our list of the top 10…
Gift men’s slippers this Christmas Shoe style guide
24 November 2025

Gift men’s slippers this Christmas

Are men’s slippers the ultimate Christmas gift? Well, I can confirm that my husband has them on his list, so slippers will be a…
Best men’s shoes for parties Shoe style guide
12 November 2025

Best men’s shoes for parties

The festive season is almost upon us, so it’s time to explore the best men’s shoes for parties. We will focus on super-smart styles…
Review: Herring Dorchester II holdall bag Shoe style guide
19 October 2025

Review: Herring Dorchester II holdall bag

Every stylish man about town deserves a quality holdall bag in their life. Something that boasts great looks, offers exceptional functionality, and is large…
Men’s rugged boots for autumn? Yes please! Shoe style guide
29 September 2025

Men’s rugged boots for autumn? Yes please!

Introduction Getting out your men’s rugged boots is one of the many joys of switching seasons. While we must accept the summer months are…
Smart-casual autumn shoes for men Shoe style guide
24 September 2025

Smart-casual autumn shoes for men

Introduction The launch of our ‘Crafted for our generation’ campaign saw us include a generous helping of smart-casual autumn shoes for men. These shoes,…
Back to it with autumn formal shoes for men Shoe style guide
10 September 2025

Back to it with autumn formal shoes for men

Introduction The start of September marks the end of the summer holidays and the shift from casual holiday footwear to autumn formal shoes for…
How to style men’s black brogues Shoe style guide
18 July 2025

How to style men’s black brogues

The classic brogue men’s shoe is the ultimate footwear choice for formal occasions and events where you want to showcase a bit of style…
Driving moccasins and loafers: what’s the difference? Shoe style guide
7 July 2025

Driving moccasins and loafers: what’s the difference?

Introduction Slip-on styles, like driving moccasins or loafers, are so convenient for summer, but they are not all made the same. In this article,…
The spectators’ gallery: Embracing the two-tone shoe Shoe style guide
20 June 2025

The spectators’ gallery: Embracing the two-tone shoe

Herring has launched new two-tone men’s spectator shoes for the summer season. The Kingston is a classic two-tone shoe which blends the finest navy…
Review: The Sanremo – the ultimate men’s espadrille Shoe style guide
19 June 2025

Review: The Sanremo – the ultimate men’s espadrille

We have handed over the reins for this review to Adam York, better known as Your Average Guy, and long-term fan of our shoes…
Best formal summer shoes for men Shoe style guide
29 May 2025

Best formal summer shoes for men

While summer days are often spent on the beach or relaxing by a pool, the reality is we still have to go to work.…
Wedding shoe guide for men 2025 Shoe style guide
29 April 2025

Wedding shoe guide for men 2025

The summer months hail wedding season. Whether you are a member of the wedding party or a guest, we have just the footwear you…
Gorgeous leather luggage for a spring break or office visits Shoe style guide
7 April 2025

Gorgeous leather luggage for a spring break or office visits

Beautiful leather luggage is an often-overlooked element for a trip away but when you get it right, it is oh-so satisfying. As the owner…