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The Gentleman’s Essential Oxford with Samuel Hubbard
Every man needs a go-to shoe in his closet. Whether you’re enjoying a glass of red wine on your favorite rooftop bar on a Friday night or getting ready for a work conference, a classic shoe is a must-have style companion. The Oxford shoe has been man’s best friend for at least two centuries. Originally [...]
Wish List Alert: Milka and the Slipper Trend
Fashion is getting increasingly cozier.From athleisure to even “bathleisure,” the fashion savvy are craving pieces that make them feel comfortable no matter the setting, and they’ll take inspiration from anywhere to achieve the look. Hitting the style world now is an emphasis on the bedroom aesthetic. Re-purposing and integrating intimate items into one’s weekly rotation [...]
The Statement Shoe You’ll Wear Forever, Thierry Rabotin’s Ponce Boot
Simply put, a statement shoe is a girl’s best friend. This key piece in one’s closet is just as important as having buildable basics. A statement shoe can come in any silhouette, too, making it easy to elevate your aesthetic in any season. Fashion tastemakers reach for a standout shoe when they’re seeking to renew [...]
Styles Cues from the Conference Room with New Brunate Pumps
Dressing for the office can and should be more fun.It’s too easy to get caught up in a cycle of humdrum cardigans, basic blazers, and simple bottoms. Caring more about your work look is proven to boost morale and spark inspiration, and it really doesn’t take much effort, either. The trick of the trade is [...]
Minimalism is the New Black: Thierry Rabotin’s Shiraz and Harlow
Let’s face it. The minimalist trend of the 1990’s will always have a resurgence in our closets. The appeal lies in its versatility, timelessness, functionality and buildable styling. In a contemporary age heavily influenced by technological innovations, the trend is no longer considered trite and boring. Designers are yet again exploring the possibilities of pared-down [...]
Style Cues: Dressing for Narrow Feet
The size of your feet shouldn’t limit what shoes you can buy, and we at Hanig’s never like to leave
anyone out. Have you been looking for narrow shoes, but have had no luck this season? Well, look no
further. Coming to you straight from the high-fashion streets of Rome is Thierry Rabotin and three flats
from their [...]
Checks and Balances: Reintroducing Brunate
The Brunate footwear brand draws inspiration from the lakeside Italian city of Como, a fashionable retreat frequented by tourists, aristocrats, and the wealthy. Designers and technicians team up to bring together luxury and modern innovation through state-of-the-art construction made possible by computer-aided design software. For nearly a century, the brand has produced eye-catching shoes in [...]
Flight Plan: Packing for Germany with Samuel Hubbard
The best time to take a trip to Germany is in the fall and winter when all of the tourists have their eyes on tropical climates. We love the cities of Berlin, Dresden, and Frankfurt for their green open-air spaces, old-world architecture, and hearty cuisine. But with all of the fees one can expect to [...]
The Reinvented Classic Courtesy of Thierry Rabotin
What girl doesn’t love the culture of the ballet? From the dreamy tulle skirts that make us feel like princesses to the romantic music that fills spaces with heavenly sound, ballet is an emotional experience. Classical ballet originated in Renaissance Italy and quickly established itself as an art form through graceful choreography and its signature [...]
Hirica’s Game-changing Sacha Boot
It’s official. The sock boot trend that has been a fixture on the runways for the past few years is here to stay. After a year of wearing track jackets and leggings to almost every occasion in the name of "athleisure," the modern fashionista wanted to incorporate practicality and refinement back into her wardrobe. The [...]
Trend Report: A Fall Less Ordinary with Gaya
After the excitement dies down and the oohs and ahhs quiet, it’s time for us to interpret the trends of the runway for the everyday woman. Forecasted for the fall is tactility: expert textile mixing as the name of the game! You can bet on an influx of textured materials and funky amalgamations throughout the [...]
At Work: Gelica, the 9-to-5er’s Go-to Shoe
Let’s face the facts. Choosing a shoe to wear to work is the least important part of your morning tasks when you’re already rushing to make—and eat—a balanced breakfast, get your kids ready for school, and make sure that you’re fully prepared for all of the meetings that you have lined up for the day. [...]