Stitchdown Information

So, what does Stitchdown consider to be "quality footwear"? Stitchdown's primary focus is on leather footwear built using processes like Goodyear welting, Blake stitching, Norwegian welts, and yes, stitchdown construction, all of which can be resoled to extend their life-five, 10, or in some cases 20 years or more, if they're treated correctly and properly maintained. We feature all varieties of dress shoes, from loafers to longwings, and also higher-end boots. While some sneakers will make it into the mix-especially beautiful leather sneakers inspired by the standards of the world's finest shoemakers-you won't find Jordans here, or anything else considered athletic or streetwear. The bulk of those shoes we cover are crafted by dedicated footwear companies. Some big-name fashion brands make excellent shoes, but others sadly charge sky-high prices for an inferior product-nobody wants to spend big on dinner at a Peter Luger knockoff that's serving salisbury steak. Additionally, many of their designs follow trends, which means they will...go out of style. Stitchdown recommends shoes that will keep you happy over the long haul. There are countless ways to make the right decision, but far more ways to go wrong. Stitchdown is here to help, through: Long Term Wear Tests The only way to truly understand any shoe is by wearing it-and seeing how it evolves over time. We're constantly updating our long-term test articles (check them out right here) so you can make your next footwear investment with confidence. Brand Guides