Two new Quoddy x Leffot boots have arrived, the Deck Chukka and the Grizzly Boot. Both are ideal for fall, extremely comfortable and made of Horween Chromexcel. Deck Chukka Burgundy Chromexcel, Honey Camp Soles, Deerskin Lining – $280 Grizzly Boot Brown Chromexcel, Brick Vibram Soles, Deerskin Lining – $390
One of the many pleasures of visiting the Alden shoe factory is the opportunity to see shoes you don’t normally see. We visited last March and got a look at the archives and some very interesting shoes. Sadly many are no longer produced but fortunately the Atom wingtip blucher or “Shortwing” in the parlance of [...]
The whole-cut oxford is the epitome of footwear elegance. Made from a single piece of leather there are no seems to distract the eye or pressure the feet. There is also a very slim margin for error. It’s a complicated affair, which requires a perfect hide, a good eye and sure hands to do the [...]
Great casual shoes like great dress shoes are great because they’re made well and fit well using excellent materials. And a great casual shoe is no less a shoe than a dress shoe because quality is quality no matter how you look at it. Quoddy’s are just that handsewn shoes made of top quality leathers [...]
The Rider Boot Co. Hobo boots are an enigma. They’re rugged but chic, substantial but refined. Made in rough out leather they’re like suede but not suede more like reverse calfskin. No matter how you slice it they’re cool looking and incredibly comfortable, and available in New York exclusively at Leffot. Join us on October [...]
Our Borsalino duckbill caps for fall have arrived. Keep your head looking as smart as your feet with these classic caps in wool and cashmere, in which case you’ll be covered from head to toe. Houndstooth, Grey, Blue, Brown 100% Wool – $180 Herringbone Brown 100% Cashmere – $295 Herringbone Grey 100% Cashmere – $295
Autumn is just around the corner, which means boots for casual wear. The Wolverine Addison in Horween Tan Inferno is beautiful leather that is light and supple and a color that is incredibly good looking with denim. Available is U.S. sizes 7 – 13. Addison Tan Inferno, Made in the U.S.A. – $365
Our Natural Chromexcel Alden’s have been flying out. So much so we’re placing a reorder of the Indy’s and Longwing bluchers for spring. And now for something completely different; these two eyelet chukkas on Goodyear wedge soles. They’re lightweight and super comfortable and look great casually or dressed up a bit. Alden Chukka, Barrie Last, [...]
Two and a half years into it we’re beginning to gain some critical mass. In Thursday’s New York Times, Style section writer Jon Caramanica covers Leffot in the Critical Shopper column, a weekly column about the shopping experience in New York. We’d like to thank Jon and the Times for selecting Leffot and naming us, [...]
The workshop of master shoemaker Pierre Corthay is a small and intimate salon. Here craftsman work quietly and intensely turning bits of leather into a works of art. Every man in his space, every shoe in its place, every movement choreographed not a material wasted. To truly appreciate what makes a shoe remarkable you need [...]
Our fall Ivy caps are in. This traditional wool cap made by legendary Italian hat manufacturer Borsalino will not only keep your head covered and warm but these fall plaids are incredibly handsome and autumnal. Caps are a great way to add a bit of color and style to your wardrobe. And a quality cap [...]
The Grafton is one stalwart shoe. It’s a no nonsense kind of shoe that says I’m grounded, a workhorse if you will. It’s also the first English shoe I coveted so many years ago. Today they’re just as stately and classic as the first time I laid eyes on them. Full brogues are perfect for [...]
