Spring officially begins March 20th; hopefully the weather will cooperate. One of our most comfortable and popular shoes is perfect for a spring stroll. The Alden suede chukkas on the Flex Welt construction are ultra soft, ultra flexible and über cool.

Alden 1494 Tan Suede

Alden 1492 Brown Suede

Alden 1493 Snuff Suede

Coming Spring ‘10

The Sebago-Moc Company was founded in 1946 by three New England natives whose first shoe was a hand-sewn penny loafer. Two years after the initial founding, Sebago-Moc began selling its leather boat shoe and they have been an American icon ever since. This May, Sebago introduces its 1946 LTD. EDITION boat shoes, and when we say, “limited” we mean limited.

These LTD’s will be made in three color combinations, available in eight pairs of whole sizes, twenty-four in total. No reorders no do overs, and to make them even more exclusive these shoes will only be available at select stores, Leffot included.

Sebago 1946 LTD. EDITION Docksides Arriving May 2010

Inspired by the work-shoe first built by founder G.A. Krause nearly 100 years ago Wolverine’s 1000 Mile Boot is a boot for the Everyman.  The new 1000 mile boot made its debut in the fall of 2009 and there’s been no looking back. The next 1000 miles begins soon, with the introduction of the Addison. Like it’s sibling the “Original” the Addison is a heritage boot that is faithful to its forefather.

Our 1000 Mile boots are made in the USA with Genuine Horween Chromexcel leather uppers, and classic welt construction. Whether you work hard or play hard these boots can take it. They’re built well, they’re built to last.

Addison 1000 Mile Boot, Tan Chromexcel – $350 reserve orders

Yea we take our fair share of Rider Balmoral boot MTO’s, this handsome pair is the latest arrival.

Brown Grained Calf with Loden Suede Shaft – MTO*

And how could you forget these beauties…

Black Shell Cordovan with Red Linings – MTO*

A reminder that Rider Boots are available in NYC exclusively at Leffot, we’re happy to assist you with your next pair.

Black Calf with Tan Calf Shaft - MTO*

*MTO footwear is not part of our stock lines they are Made To Order.

Well we didn’t win an Oscar for our  Short Documentary “The Alden Tour” but we really enjoyed making it. It was Filmed over 5 hours on location at the Alden factory in Middleborough, MA this film documents the process of making a pair of Alden shoes from start to finish.

We wish to thank the members of the Academy and the hardworking men and women of the Alden Shoe Company for making this film possible.

Credits:

Executive Producer: Leffot

Director: Kathryn Bigalow

Cinematographer: Mauro Fiore

Film Editor: Bob Murawski and Chris Innis

Soundtrack: T. Bone Burnett

Title Song: Bad to the Bone

Performed by: George Thorogood & the Destoyers

A glorious weekend of mild weather is in store and I can’t help feeling spring is close at hand. I don’t want to jinx it but it has been a brutal winter. Time to kick off the heavy boots and slip into something more comfortable, such as a pair of unlined suede chukka boots.

The Sahara 3 by Church’s is Goodyear welted on natural plantation crepe soles, which makes them extremely comfortable and stylish.

Sahara 3 in Mud Castoro Suede  – $385

Sahara 3 in Maracca Castoro Suede  – $385

We’ve received our first delivery of Alden’s new 403 stock Indy Boots. These boots are the same authentic Alden work boots you have known and loved. The 403 is made on the Trubalance last with Brown Chromexcel uppers, supple glove leather linings. Horween Chromexcel is excellent leather and looks great on these boots.

403 Indy Boot; Brown Chromexcel $395

Incidentally we spent the day at the Alden factory and world headquarters in Middelborough, MA yesterday. What a great time, we took lots of pictures and video, which we’ll post as soon as we can.

Everyone loves our Basil Racuk bags and for good reason, they’re urbane, sophisticated, completely hand crafted and under the radar. The Soft Brief in buffalo is a particular favorite, I took this bag with me to Paris it’s a perfect carry on and tote. The padded handles are very comfortable not to mention how much this bag can hold and still look chic, I can’t tell you how many compliments I got.

Leffot will host Basil’s first New York trunk show this spring, details coming soon.

Soft Brief in Black Buffalo

Soft Brief in Black & Tan Buffalo

I love email feedback form clients, especially when you can feel their joy.

Steven,
Within the last hour I have received three compliments about my new Rider boots.  First a stranger who I sat next to on the subway.  Second a woman I encountered while seated in a lobby, again a stranger.  Third a fellow I have known slightly for a number of years with whom I am having a meeting.

I understand that “Never Boast” is Leffot’s motto, but these new Riders are putting that in jeopardy.

All the best,

Dr Jim

RBCB8 in Rustik Bombay with Sestriere Soles – MTO

Church’s is one of the largest if not “the” largest shoe manufacturer in Northampton, England. Founded in 1873 by Thomas Church and his three sons, there has been a family member involved in the business since then, until last year that is when Prada became the sole owner.

In spite of the change of ownership the shoes are still made in the same factory that Church’s has been in since 1957. Far more than the ownership it is the employees that breath life into a company and its products. I enjoyed this video because it captures the sincerity and professionalism of the men and women that produce these very solid English shoes.