Leffot | The Feast of Shoes

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 | 20 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

Waverly, Tasmin Suede, Brick Dainite Soles – $550

Barrow, Cola Suede, Brick Dainite Soles – $580

Barrow, Holborn Suede, Brick Dainite Soles – $580

Posted in Leffot | Tagged blucher, blue, brick soles, brown, Buck, chukka, cola, england, holborn, leffot, red, suede, tan, tasmin | 4 Comments

Edward Green Cardiff

By steven | Published: 6 January 2012

Suede shoes get a bad rap. It seems like guys are always talking about how they think they’ll get ruined. Contrary to popular opinion, quality suede is one of the most versatile and comfortable shoe leathers you can invest in. And it actually looks better with wear.

We’ve paired Edward Green’s classic captoe Cardiff blucher with fine-grained coffee suede, making it as fit for January as it is for June. Any time there isn’t salt or melting snow in the way, you can proudly wear these shoes. They pair great with just about any color or texture, from dusty summer linens to somber winter flannel.

202 Last, Coffee Suede, Single Leather Sole – In Stock

Posted in Edward Green | Tagged 202 last, blucher, captoe, Cardiff, coffee, Edward Green, leffot, suede | Leave a comment

Alden x Leffot J.C. Indy Boot

By steven | Published: 5 January 2012

The Alden Indy Boot has been around for decades. It’s endurance is due in large part to its incredibly unique style. It was originally created as an orthopedic work boot, and yet made up in shell cordovan it’s quite refined, with a slim look, hand-stitched toe, leather lining, and a structured heel and sole.

There are a lot of leather boots out there, but there is still only one Indy.

Our J.C. Indy boot uses Alden’s tradition of utility and refinement through the employment of Horween Cigar Shell Cordovan leather and lugged commando soles. Dark and rich, the cigar cordovan will prove highly wearable with a subdued color and shine.

Trubalance Last, Cigar Shell Cordovan, Commando Soles – $710

Posted in Alden | Tagged Alden x Leffot, Cigar Shell Cordovan, commando soles, hand-stitched toe, horween, J.C. Indy Boot, TruBalance last | 50 Comments

Wolverine’s 1000 Mile Boots for Women

By steven | Published: 5 January 2012

Wolverine’s 1,000 mile boots for women are super cute. They’re kind of like bad boy boots but for girls a little bit tomboy, a little bit country and a little bit rock and roll.

Crafted with the same attention to detail found in the men’s original and modified for a women’s last, Wolverine’s 1000 Mile Boot is the cornerstone of the collection.

Made in America and featuring top quality Horween Chromexcel leather, a stacked leather outsole and classic welt construction, the 1000 Mile Boot has been meticulously designed to replicate the original’s aesthetic.

Wearing these with jeans or cargo pants is a no brainer but they also look great with a skirt or dress, there’s something about the mix of hard boots and soft fabric that’s just so chic.

1000 Mile Boots Black and Brown Chromexcel – $340

Posted in Wolverine | Tagged boots, Chromexcel, horween, leffot, Made in usa, Wolverine, women's 1000 mile boots | 6 Comments

Edward Green Newmarket

By steven | Published: 4 January 2012

The Chelsea boot traces its origins back to horse riding. They began as a type of riding boot also known as a paddock boot. In the 60′s they became a favorite among the Mod scene and today have endured as one of the most classic English boots.

Edward Green maker of extraordinarily fine English shoes produce the Newmarket Chelsea boot for Leffot in Burnt Pine Antique. This is a lovely medium brown tone that looks smart with just about any color it’s paired with.

The Chelsea boot was designed for its ease of slipping on and off. In addition the whole-cut forepart and elastic gussets Edward Green creates a boot that fits like a glove or to be more precise like a sock.

Newmarket 82 Last, Burnt Pine Antique – In Stock

Posted in Edward Green | 5 Comments

Corthay Kleber Lie de Vin

By steven | Published: 3 January 2012

Urban, sophisticated, and elegant are three words that accurately describe shoes made by Pierre Corthay. The Parisian craftsman and his team produce wonderfully beautiful welted footwear.

The captoe oxford Kleber is one of those that can be worn for business, a special event or casually. This run of stock Kleber are in Lie de Vin and deep Bordeaux that pairs very well with grays and blues.

Kleber 001 Last, Lie de Vin – In Stock

Posted in Pierre Corthay | Tagged Corthay Jouvet 001 Last Bergeronette, elegant and flatters both the foot and wardrobe. No wonder it's the most ordered shoe at Leffot. It's interesting to point out that black seems to be the dominant color choice. Our next order in Burg, leffot, lie de vin, Pierre Corthay | Leave a comment

Leffot Stock Shoes: Best of 2011

By steven | Published: 31 December 2011

We’d like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for your continued support and encouragement these past 12 months, it means a great deal to us. We wish you all good health, much happiness and success in the New Year.

Here is a round up of some of our favorite shoes we stocked in 2011 from each of our brands. We’ll continue to do our best to bring you more new models in 2012.

Alfred Sargent Benson AS19, Burnished Bruma

Aubercy Lawrence, Black Calf/Grey Suede

Alden Atom Blucher, Color 4 Shell Cordovan

Church’s Kaber 173 Last, Walnut Nevada Calf/Black Scotch Grain

Corthay Satan 001 Last, Vieux Noir

Danner Mountain 650 Last, Brown Calfskin

Edward Green Dover 606 Last, Tobacco Suede

Gaziano & Girling Walkton DG70 Last, Vintage Cherry/Chestnut Pingrain

Leffot Ivy, Horween Shell Cordovan

Quoddy Kennebec Chukka, Rowdy Cowhide

Rider Boot Co. Richmond 42 Last, Color 6 Shell Cordovan

Viberg #145 Brogue Captoe, Black Chromexcel

Wolverine W00721 Color 8 Shell Cordovan

Posted in Alden, Alfred Sargent, Aubercy, Church, Danner, Edward Green, Gaziano & Girling, Leffot, Pierre Corthay, Quoddy, Rider Boot Co., Viberg, Wolverine | Tagged Alden, Alfred Sargent, Church's, corthay, danner, Edward Green, Gaziano & Girling, leffot, New Year, quoddy, rider boot co., Viberg, Wolverine | 11 Comments

Leffot Made to Order Shoes: Best of 2011

By steven | Published: 28 December 2011

It’s been quite a year, in the shoe world and otherwise. Our clients are creative and stylish guys of course, and they designed some incredible Made to Order shoes this year. So, as a parting gift to 2011, we’ve made of roundup of our favorite shoes that we saw from each shoemaker.

In alphabetical order they are:

Alfred Sargent, Milton AS53 Last, Black Calf, Fiddleback Soles Crib Edge – MTO