The (20) bespoke shoemakers I have known
The Ugolini workshop in Florence This article was originally written in 2014, then updated in 2021, and is now freshly updated for 2026. It feels like a good time to do so – I have four new shoemakers to add, but no plans to try new ones so...
The (20) bespoke shoemakers I have known
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Thanks, yes I agree...
Milan: A sartorial city guide
Milan is the centre of the men’s fashion industry, yet as far as style is concerned, there are surprisingly few shops worth visiting. Via Montenapoleone, Via Della Spiga and the roads that run between them are all pleasant places to stroll. ...
Milan: A sartorial city guide
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There are not very many bespoke tailors left in Milan. In addition to Musella Dembech, there are A Caraceni, Ferdinando Caraceni's former cutter Margherita Gennaro, and Laura Bachmeier (Sartoria Vestificio). A Caraceni i...
Suede shoes at the weekend
Edward Green WeymouthThose that feel bound to wear black lace-ups during the week all too often react with scruffy old trainers at the week end. They say they’re more comfortable. They say it helps them relax. In my experience, it is more likel...
Suede shoes at the weekend
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They can do, yes, but then a lot of classic clothing can. To be honest Ayush, it sounds like you're focusing too much on individual items, not enough on the overall style or look you want. Suede loafers look very modern ...
Beautiful semi-bespoke boots from Rivolta
Back in October last year I was introduced to a new/old shoe brand called Rivolta. A Milanese name that goes back to the 1880s, it was forced to close down in the seventies, only to be restarted last year with an interesting twist – they propos...
Beautiful semi-bespoke boots from Rivolta
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Definitely advise against it......
A tour around Milan
As anyone who has been fortunate enough to visit Milan will tell you, the city is not all fashion. There are several old and new stores worth the visit for those interested in classic menswear. By reputation, the city’s three stand-out establis...
A tour around Milan
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I'm afraid I don't know Turin well enough. Sorry...
Rivolta: A brave innovation in bespoke
Milan can easily be underrated by men who love classic style. Given the choice of Italian cities to visit, they would always pick Naples – the home of soft tailoring, that very distinctive shoulder and companies like E Marinella and Kiton (not ...
Rivolta: A brave innovation in bespoke
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