October 2026

THE SHOE BUFF

Men's Contemporary Shoes, Boots, and Sneakers

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Benjamin Zekavica

Mark McNairy
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Mark McNairy

Mark McNairy is an American designer rooted in the traditions of the American Ivy League. As a former designer for J.Press, McNairy’s…

July 16, 2010

Loake
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Loake

Loake is a family tradition of quality English shoemaking since 1880. Best known for its intricate Goodyear Welted shoes, expect the highest…

Grenson
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Grenson

Grenson is a brand deeply rooted in their heritage, and has existed as England’s master shoemakers since 1866. Founded by William Gree,…

George Cox
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George Cox

George Cox upholds the traditions of fine English footwear straight out of Northampton, England, since 1906. With an emphasis on durability and…

Generic Surplus
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Generic Surplus

Generic Surplus roots its philosophical existence to 1997, when founders Brandon Day and Kevin Carney conceptualized a “Newdult”, tired of flashy street…

Dr. Martens
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Dr. Martens

Dr. Martens boots were born on April 1st 1960 quickly growing from working-class essential to an icon of rebellion and counterculture in…

Bed|Stü
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Bed|Stü

Bed|Stü delivers the punch with handcrafted high endurancefootwear made from the finest leathers and natural materials available. Founded in 1995, and taking…

Alden
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Alden

Alden was founded in 1884 by Charles H. Alden in Middleborough, Massachusetts and has since prided on the custom care and high…

Alden Fine Boot Cream in Neutral
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Alden Fine Boot Cream in Neutral

We all know that buying and wearing the shoes are only half the deal. The other half is proper maintenance, and care…

July 15, 2010

ASOS Toe-Loop Sandals
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ASOS Toe-Loop Sandals

For those going for a more minimal look, ASOS has these Toe-Loop sandals ready for your consideration. The construction is beautiful in…

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