Curtis is at the fore front of a new generation of jazz singers. With one of the most distinctive voices in music, Stigers pushes the boundaries of conventional jazz performers and is constantly increasing modern jazz standards.His refusal to stand still,…
7 October 2020
It is Spring in Melbourne, but the weather is still cool and great for tweed, which I love. And, the weather is turning in the Northern Hemisphere. For those of us that like to layer up, it is a great time. Footwear also follows the climate and cooler temperatures start to bring out the country …
6 October 2020
We like to keep our staff busy and in recent weeks our warehouse legends have been weighing every size 8 shoe we sell. We’ve not lost the plot…there is a reason behind our madness! Many people prefer a lighter shoe. For them, lighter equates to extra comfort, so we have been adding the weight of …
30 September 2020
Nick qualified as a farrier in 1995 after a 5 year apprenticeship. He can be found in Brockhampton Gloucestershire.On average a horse will need to be re shod every 6 weeks or so – luckily a pair of Herrings will last considerably longer! Luther the horse…
30 September 2020
Behave! I am not talking about a lack of underwear…I am talking about your boots. Combat boots with a Commando-esque sole are your go-to boot trend for this autumn/winter. These military inspired boots will ensure you are ready for anything…and will make you stand a little taller too. This heavy-duty boot is inspired by the …
24 September 2020
Colin qualified as a shoemaker in 1982 and then became a traditional cobbler. He now owns Grays Shoe Repairs in Cheltenham, a small family run business that can be found on the High Street. Colin’s vast knowledge and experience of repairing shoes enabled…
23 September 2020
Ben’s passion for falconry began at the age of 16 when he acquired his first bird, a kestrel, now he is one of the UK’s leading falconers. In the early 1980s Ben began to make falconry equipment full time and has perfected new techniques and designs pa…
16 September 2020
The handmade brogue deserves attention. In the BBC’s recent adaption of Vikram Seth’s ‘A Suitable Boy’ (catch it on BBC iPlayer if you have not already), there are scenes that get the shoe nerd all excited. Yes, really! Starting with the fact that Seth’s father was an executive at Bata Shoes and was known as …
10 September 2020
In the last few months, we have been introducing our newsletter subscribers to our new Classic Elite range. (If you are not a subscriber, you can sign up at the bottom of our home page.) This range is a new sub-section of our Classic range. They feature Goodyear-welted soles and fine European leathers, but they …
26 August 2020
Hopefully, some of you managed to tune in to our long awaited Instagram Live debut. Although we are a little late to the party when it comes trying out this popular social media tool (fashionably, I might add), we decided to take the plunge and see what all the fuss is about. Before we get …
20 August 2020
Good day gentlemen! I am Kazi Atiquzzaman from Melbourne, Australia and it is good to be back with another review. This time I will be talking about a beautiful pair of Herring Henry II in espresso calf and brown suede which I have owned for almost a year now. This two-tone spectator style shoe which …
14 August 2020
Gosh there are a lot of ‘outs’ in this blog title but let me explain! With the Government offering 50% discounts on meals out on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in August, a few of us may be heading to our local restaurants with more frequency or even for the first time since lockdown began. Couple …
23 July 2020
I have a confession. As my children break up for the summer today – albeit without the usual excitement as they are not on site – I am already thinking about next year. Bear with me…. If all goes well, all children will return to school in September which means most will need to start …
17 July 2020
It is great to see there are many different contributors to the Herring blog. There is so much diversity now, which has created complexity and depth to the body of work that is being compiled. Many of the contributors are simply customers who continue their journey to learn more about themselves, and the opportunity to contribute …
16 July 2020
This week saw the 100th day of lockdown, so I decided to speak to one of our Herring ambassadors to see how the life of a professional rugby player has been affected by lockdown. I catch Ben on his way to work. He has dropped off his young children, Mabel and Finley, at school and …
2 July 2020
Good day gentlemen! My name is Kazi Atiquzzaman, a menswear enthusiasts living is Melbourne, Australia. Even though I work in IT for a living, men’s style has always been a part of me. I admire 1920-1970s sartorial style including vintage and workwear. The monk shoes design is inspired from Middle Ages monk-strap sandals with no …
26 June 2020
According to GQ magazine: “Espadrilles have been a mainstay in men’s armoury since the King of Aragon kitted out his infantrymen with pairs back in the 13th century.” Well, there’s a fact for you! Eight centuries later and they are still being used by men stepping out for summer rather than battle. Do not be …
25 June 2020
If you have landed on this blog, then you may have just Googled this question! One of the answers to the title question is…us! Sadly though, web queries like this will become more relevant as some high street shops close after being forced to shut their doors for several months during lockdown. This will include …
25 June 2020
The plain white tee is a perennial classic. You cannot really go wrong due to its versatility and iconic status in cladding some of the most famous men in the world. Think James Dean, Marlon Brando, Steve McQueen, Paul Newman and Elvis Presley for classic style through to Tom Cruise in Top Gun and onto …
17 June 2020
Chelsea boots have a long history with menswear and style around the world but, in particular, quite the cult following here in Australia. From the farmers working the countryside to the corporate halls of the city, every man and his son seems to own at least one pair of Chelsea boots in his life. The …
13 June 2020