Leffot | The Feast of Shoes

Alfred Sargent Alex MTO

By steven | Published: 27 January 2012

People always say that the devil is in the details and there’s no better example of the truth in that statement than the one at hand.

Two of our customers ordered very similar shoes from Alfred Sargent. Both are the Alex, Alfred Sargent’s version of the classic jodhpur boot, in black suede with single leather soles. One customer, however, ordered a classic black edge while the other requested a natural edge. Its the difference between an elegant dress boot and a sporty, eclectic boot.

53 Last, Black Suede, Single Leather Soles, Black Edge – MTO

53 Last, Black Suede, Single Leather Soles, Natural Edge – MTO

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Horween x Leffot Elston Belt

By steven | Published: 24 January 2012

We now have two new colors available in our Chromexcel Elston Belt: Albany Tan and Dark Olive. Dark olive is a earthy brownish-green, while Albany tan is a bright rusty-tan. Both are nicely rendered in the deep tones of Horween Chromexcel leather

You can use these to match Olive and Light Brown colored shoes, or just to show a little variety and color in an everyday outfit. Horween Chromexcel leather makes for beautiful, quality casual belts.

Horween x Leffot Elston Belt – $135

Sizes 32, 34, 36, 38, 40

Dark Olive Chromexcel, Nickel Roller Buckle, 1.5″ Wide

Horween x Leffot Elston Belt – $135

Sizes 32, 34, 36, 38, 40

Albany Tan Chromexcel, Brass Roller Buckle, 1.5″ Wide

Posted in Accessories, Leffot | Tagged Belt, Casual, Chromexcel, Elston, horween, leffot | Leave a comment

Boot Dressing

By steven | Published: 22 January 2012

Originally posted 1/3/10

Now that winter seems to be settling in on most parts of the country we thought it might be a good time to re-post this video.

So many have asked us how to treat and protect their boots for winter that we’ve decided to put together a short video. Caring for your boots is not very difficult and if you take a little time to work on them it’ll go a long way to help protecting them.

The frequency of dressing your boots depends on the weather. You can’t over do it but you don’t have to go gonzo either. If it’s very wet do it more say once a week, if it’s not then once a month should be fine. If you live in a cold area the dry heat in your home will require you to dress them more often. There’s no definitive schedule but you’ll begin to know when just by looking at the condition of your boots.

Posted in Montana Pitch-Blend, Shoe Care | Tagged beeswax, boot care, boot dressing, how to care for boots, leather dressing, leffot, men's boot care, mink oil, montana pitch-blend leather dressing, pine pitch, Wolverine 1000 Mile Boots in Rust | 20 Comments

Alden x Leffot 405C

By steven | Published: 20 January 2012

Alden’s Indy Boot is a classic work boot designed for comfort, support, and endurance. It was not, however, designed for winter. Fortunately, this problem is solved easily enough.

The addition of commando soles to the classic 405 design makes for an entirely new boot, with added traction for slippery surfaces and a lighter weight for nimbly dodging around patches of ice and snow.

Don’t be afraid to wear these once the snow melts though. Smooth brown cowhide makes for a more refined boot than most, which increases wearability and versatility, and lugged soles are suitable for almost any terrain. If you only own one boot, it should be this one.

Available sizes HERE

Trubalance Last, Brown Cowhide, Commando Soles

Posted in Alden | Tagged Alden, commando soles, indy boots, leffot, New England, winter | 8 Comments

Rider Boot Co. MTO

By steven | Published: 19 January 2012

Rider Boot Co. always seems to inspire our customers to make creative and beautiful shoes. Here are some Made to Order shoes that recently arrived at the store.

Waxy Kudu, Sestriere Soles – MTO

Horween Color 6 Shell Cordovan, Sestriere Soles – MTO

Loden Reverse Kudu Suede, Sestriere Soles – MTO

Horween Moka Shell Cordovan Leather, Sestriere Soles – MTO

Posted in Rider Boot Co. | Tagged boots, ele, Italy, kudu, leffot, made to order, MTO, rider boot co., Sestriere, suede | 1 Comment

Ivy Loafer, Black Cordovan

By steven | Published: 18 January 2012

There really is something to be said for simplicity. It takes great design and execution to pull it of successfully. In terms of footwear, our Ivy loafers are basically as simple as a leather shoe gets, utilizing a few details that put these shoes front and center.

Made in lustrous black Horween shell cordovan, each pair of Ivy loafers is meticulously sewn by hand. The simple design allows the deep shine of the leather to resonate in the subtle folds of the toe and wide expanse of the shoe’s unadorned vamp.

With a little aging, this unlined shoe will mould to your feet, developing an individual character of its own. These are so lightweight, flexible and soft you may not want to take them off.

Our Ivy Loafers are made exclusively for Leffot by the good folks at Rancourt & Co. Lewiston, Maine.

Black Shell Cordovan, Moccasin Construction, Single Leather Soles – $650

Posted in Leffot | Tagged black, horween, ivy loafer, leffot, Moccasin, Rancourt, shell cordovan | 8 Comments

Edward Green Sandringham

By steven | Published: 16 January 2012

American shoemakers such as Alden do wingtips so well these days that its easy to forget that the concept of a brogued shoe is originally from the British Isles. The wingtip shoe evolved out of the classic English country shoe, made with holes to let water out easily while hunting pheasants and ducks.

The Sandringham wingtip in Dark Oak and Walnut Country Calf epitomizes the look and spirit of classic English country footwear, with a slightly rougher, richer look than its city cousins. But don’t be afraid to wear these to town. With beautifully textured pebble grain country calf, double leather soles, and its distinctive “thistle” pattern at the side, these will turn sober city heads all day long.

202 Last, Dark Oak Antique/Walnut Country Calf, HAF Soles – In Stock

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Wolverine Northman Boot

By steven | Published: 14 January 2012

As the name implies the Wolverine Northman boots are for serious winter weather. The boots are made in Big Rapids, MI to military specifications. I lived in MI and trust me they know a thing or two about winter.

These rugged cowhide boots are made with Gore-Tax® breathable and waterproof membrane, which allows perspiration to escape but does not let water in. In addition a layer of Thinsulate® will keep your dogs warm well below freezing. Surprising light and comfortable, your feet will have no problem standing for extended periods even while ice fishing.

No you probably won’t wear these to the office but when push comes to shove and the winter settles in you’ll be dry & warm in a pair of Northman.

Black Cowhide, Gore-Tex & Thinsulate Lined, Vibram Soles – $325

Posted in Wolverine | Tagged boots, gortex, leffot, Made in usa, northman, vibram, Wolverine | 2 Comments

Alden x Leffot Kudu Longwing Blucher

By steven | Published: 12 January 2012

We love our Longwings from Alden; each is like one of our children beautiful in it’s own way. The design key of this particular model is its ability to deal with harsh weather with grace.

We’ve taken the classic Alden LWB design and given it all of the details needed for maximum durability and comfort.

That means high-traction natural plantation crepe soles, pre-stitched reverse welts, water-resistant oiled Kudu leather, agatine eyelets, and cordo-hyde laces.

Available sizes HERE

Barrie Last, Kudu Calfskin, Plantation Crepe Soles

Posted in Alden | Tagged Alden x Leffot, barrie last, kudu, Longwing Blucher, Plantation Crepe Soles, wingtips | 17 Comments

Rider Boot Co. Ithaca Chukka

By steven | Published: 11 January 2012

Like Monk Strap shoes, the Chukka boot is a traditional shoe that also has a decidedly modern look. These chukkas, made by Rider Boot Co., are no exception.

These boots are perfect for keeping your casual look from being sloppy. With black large pebble grain calfskin, known by Rider as “Inca”, and welted Sestriere soles, these are unique, sleek, and durable all at once.

42 Last, Black Pebble Grain Calfskin, Sestriere Soles – $645

Posted in Rider Boot Co. | Tagged black, Boot, chukka, pebble grain, rider boot co., Sestriere | 4 Comments

Gaziano and Girling Hove

By steven | Published: 9 January 2012

Peccary leather is traditionally used for gloves. It’s light weight and softness make it perfect for the nimble action needed in the sensitive areas of the palm and fingers, and its surprising durability make it very useful for the constant gripping of objects and surfaces. The hands, however, are not your only important extremities.

We’ve made Gaziano and Girling’s hand-stitched reverse split toe shoe, the Hove, in beautiful dark brown Peccary leather, the hide of the Peccary boar. These shoes have a uniquely textured finish, blucher style lacing, and single leather soles, making for a lightweight, supple, refined casual shoe.

TG 73 Last, Oak Pig Skin, Single Leather Soles – In Stock

Posted in Gaziano & Girling | Tagged blucher, Gaziano and Girling, handsewn, Peccary, Pigskin, split toe | Leave a comment

Waverly and Barrow

By steven | Published: 8 January 2012

Continuing in the vein of suede, the Waverly and Barrow are our own more refined take on the relaxed suede buck shoe. Both are excellent shoes for a smart casual look and very seasonal for this time of year, great with the thick textured weaves and drab landscapes of winter.

Made in England and available exclusively at Leffot these welted shoes are in stock in Cola, Tasmin, and Holborn suede.

Waverly, Cola Suede, Brick Dainite Soles – $550