Dandy Shoe Care - Italian/Russian God of the patina art

Again the patina Grand Wizard of Italy pulls an amazing patina art on a pair of Crockett and Jones. The shoe patina on this pair is so individual and unique that it embraces the Spring/Summer colours warmly. Master Grand Wizard Alexander Nurulaeff aka The Dandy Shoe Care from Italy, is one of his kind, he utilises the shoe like a painting canvass, brings out the beauty of a shoe to dimensions unimagined. 
So individual, refined and unique is his art of patina. 
Just amazing and breath taking. Wish I could learn this amazing patina craftsmanship. Well, it is never late to learn a new craft.

A gently handled Crockett & Jones by Grand Master Alexander Nurulaeff

Photo sourced from Alexander Nurulaeff aka "Dandy Shoe Care"

For today - Masaru Okuyama creations

For the day I have sampled Master Masaru Okuyama creations. Master Okuyama  learned the bread and craft of shoemaking from Master Chihiro Yamaguchi (Guild of Crafts). Master Okuyama opened his bespoke workshop in 2008.  

Enjoy the creations and have a pleasant weekend. 

A black whole cut Oxford, round toe last

Classical stitched cap toe Oxford in grained leather, square last

Side gusset, round last

The Last line up

 Black side gusset with medallion on toe, chisel square last

 Single strapped monk, round last

 Two tier Derby, chisel last

Brogue Derby, chisel last

Norwegian split toe Derby

The sole of Master Okuyama shoes

Photos sourced from Master Masaru Okuyama

Stamp Shoes - Nicholas Cooper bespoke shoemaker

Nicholas Cooper aka "Stamp shoes" is a bespoke shoemaker situated within the heart of Northampton (England), serving clients in London and the United Kingdom. For the day I have sampled some of Master Nicholas Cooper's creations for you to review and admire.

The Balmoral button oxford boot in two tones with a medallion, made of leather and suede as renditioned by Master Cooper. As you know by now, I will never miss an opportunity to mention Balmoral button boots, as I have this fascination of the BBB.

Two toned Derby full brogue

A burgundy wing tipped oxford, I simply love this colour

 A simple Derby in reddish leather

 An Adelaide plain oxford

Photos sourced from Stamp Shoes and The Shoe Snob