A Tanner for a belt? No, it's a little more than that.

 

 

 

We all need a good belt(s) in our life.  There are some who would say you always have to match your shoes to your belt i.e. brown shoes, brown belt, but conforming is something we rarely do at Maketh-The-Man.

However, such occasions are called for, so whilst looking for a new belt to hold up my 'brakes', I was reminded of Herring Shoes lovely hand-crafted collection. Within the range are two-tone leather/ canvas pieces that compliment their two-tone styles from the Premier Collection such as the Henley and Fencote, mock croc styles to compliment the Jagger and Dylan, and plainer classic chestnut leather styles, which are more versatile.

The pièce de résistance of the collection is the Tanner Bates Oak Bark leather belt. Oak bark is the finest natural material used to tan natural cowhide and Tanner Bates are the experts in leatherworking craftsmanship. Their belts are hand made in a workshop in Devon, and the solid brass belt buckles are cast in sand and hand polished.

So if you are in need of a classic belt, you now know where to go.

Read More

Herring Shoes now does bags

Herring Shoes (Twitter - @herringshoes) have added yet another exciting string to their bow by extending their premium brand further and branching into luggage. The new luggage range from Herring Shoes spans from wash bags to large weekend holdalls and all finished in super soft dark brown waxed leather.

Each bag is aptly named after a luxurious London landmark. The Dorchester is a weekend-sized holdall with two external zip pockets, sturdy webbing strap handles and a large internal zip pocket. The base is stiffened with brass stud detailing to help preserve the leather.

 The Draycott is a larger luggage version of the Dorchester with similar attributes.

The Mayfair is a satchel style briefcase with a webbing shoulder strap, two front pouches with a larger zip pocket above, and inner padding to protect your laptop.  So which manbag would suit you, and your style?  I want The Dorchester, thank you please.

Read More