October 2024

The New Shoes
on Our Radar

Padmore & Barnes x Buck Mason Upland chukka

October 2024

The New Shoes on Our Radar

From vintage-inspired chukkas to rugged sneakers

Looking to re-evaluate the shoes in your closet? Maybe this list will help get you going in the right direction. There are so many great styles dropping these days, we thought we would pull a few of our current favorites to showcase. From reworked Y2K sneakers and lug-soled loafers to some rugged chukkas built for fall weather, these are the shoes our team can't stop talking about.

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Tuscan Moc
Derby Boot

An adaptable and versatile footwear option for fall, this textured leather derby is both rugged and refined. Del Toro's take on the classic derby moccasin boot is handcrafted and stitched by Italian artisans and the quality is noticed immediately. The uppers are constructed from the softest Italian leathers and suedes available, providing a supple, broken-in feel right out of the box. The custom rubber lug sole is thin enough not to distract from the shoe but provide real comfort and maneuverability.

$425 by Del Toro

Upland Chukka

Padmore & Barnes have been synonymous with fine shoemaking for generations, and they've just partnered with Buck Mason on a handsome pair of chukkas for fall. Based on an old pair of American hunting boots, they're cut from an unlined suede and sewn onto a textured rubber sole. Inside, you can feel the craftsmanship and comfort thanks to a reinforced heel cup and cushioned arch support.

$248 by Padmore & Barnes x Buck Mason

Grid Peak
Retro GTX

This throwback hiker is one of Saucony's most protective styles, combining waterproof GORE-TEX with their proprietary GRID cushioning and XT-900 rubber sole. Just as suitable for rocky trails as they are for rainy sidewalks, they're the kind of sneakers we'll wear with washed jeans, ripstop fatigue pants and even proper trousers for relaxed days at the office.

$130 by Saucony

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Larson Lug
Sole Loafer

Is this the quintessential fall loafer? Perhaps. The oxblood, wine-hued leather pairs nicely with the sturdy lug sole for a slip-on that provides plenty of traction and all-day comfort. It's the kind of shoe that can be worn in practically any situation, so wear the hell out 'em.

$185 by G.H.Bass

V2K Run Sneaker

A dad shoe that doesn't feel too stuffy. The V2K remasters everything you love about the Vomero in a look pulled straight from an early aughts running catalog. The layered uppers offer a mix of flashy metallics, referential plastic details and a cushioned midsole with a perfectly vintage aesthetic.

$120 by Nike

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