Tag: footwear
Craft October 2022
The Rake visits Berluti for LVMH’s, The Journées Particulières
In its fifth edition, LVMH open the doors of 57 Maisons to the public in 93 sites across 15 countries. Ahead of the three day global event, The Rake pays a visit to one of the brand’s most historic Maisons in Paris, Berluti.
Style February 2022
The Advent of the Loafer
The history of the loafer and its many comfortable, timesaving permutations.
Style November 2021
Elastic Fantastic: History of the Chelsea Boot
From Queen Victoria to the kings of rock, the story of the Chelsea boot is inextricably linked with the royal borough that lends it its name.
Style October 2020
Why your choice of winter boot is more significant than ever
We’ve highlighted some of our favourite boots for the winter months, with designs that help you walk a little longer, feel a little stronger and stand a little taller
Style July 2020
Stefano Bemer for The Rake: The Ready To Wear Collection
As The Rake launches a capsule collection of Stefano Bemer shoes, Christian Barker explores the craftsmanship and expertise behind the brand.
Craft February 2020
Edward Green: British Shoemaking Brilliance
The nucleus of the World’s shoemaking capital since 1890, Edward Green continue to produce shoes for a long list of affable gentlemen from their Northamptonshire workshop.
Craft September 2019
George Cleverley: Best Foot Forward
George Cleverley’s CEO George Glasgow Jr. explains how this historic shoemaker is staying in step with the 21st century.
Style August 2019
New Crockett & Jones Exclusive for The Rake
Three new styles of boot have been launched exclusively on The Rake just in time for the impending autumn months. Which pair will you choose?
Style July 2019
Scarosso: Marche-made in Heaven
Scarosso’s shoes are hand-made in Italy, focusing on transparency and sustainability and yet their mid-market pricing defies this logic. Trust us, they’re the real deal…
Style June 2019
Belsire: Start on a Good Footing
This forward-thinking new Neapolitan menswear brand is striving to build a trusted reputation for quality and value.
Style May 2019
In Conversation With Adam Lewenhaupt of C.QP
Over the past five years, Swedish sneaker label C.QP has undoubtedly hit its stride. We sat down with its founder Adam Lewenhaupt to unpack the brand’s success and find out what the next five years have in store…
Craft August 2018
Modern Heritage: The Duke & Dexter Story
British brand Duke & Dexter is injecting new life into loafers, adding a rebellious streak to traditional notions of heritage and craftsmanship.
