The boot Gods must have been listening. Delivering a pair of Navy Russell Moccasin Bird Shooters unto us is the universes way of telling us that everything is going to be ok and that we are being watched over by kindly footwear spirit animals. So distracting are these shoes that writing this is becoming difficult, they’re up there aren’t they? Just leering at us.

Being a product of Russell Moccasin’s fair hand expect these to not only be incredibly attractive but look after your feet with their comfort and durability credentials (they have been in business since 1898 after all). This colourway has us a little hysterical, in a mid-90s front row at a Jodeci concert kind of way.  Silver and Gold has them.

I’ve been thinking about “factories” like Maine’s Quoddy for a while. For those not aware, Quoddy is located in Lewiston, Maine, a town pretty much in the middle of nowhere. As in literally in the middle of no-where. Imagine one day, you start getting an increase of orders and the next season, you are in Paris and Europe showcasing your hand-made, made to order footwear – it is a pretty incredible idea. They should be riding this run as hard as they can, and it looks like it is not slowing down.

Showing images of the line is like opening up their catalog of options. This is not a collection view: this is a small example of what Quoddy can build for you. And do hear me correct: ANY OF YOU can contact Quoddy and have an individual pair made for yourself. Support Maine. Support Quoddy.

Photography: Jeff Carvalho/Selectism.com

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Sundays are always a good day for reflecting on current collection. Here’s a look at a few of the many shoes and boots found in the Yuketen Autumn/Winter 2011 collection.  The leopard print ranger shoe, shown above, is one of the more unique looks from the collection. The crepe sole works against the leather quarter panels well, but we do wonder on the longevity of this look over time. Then again, fashion is seasonal; you can always move onto another pair. Dig through the looks for shades of mocassins, chukka boots and many others.

Available from retails around the world including Upthere in Australia.

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Looks like some new Weejuns from GH Bass for Tommy Hilfiger. Colette is showcasing them now and it would seem that they may have an exclusive on these looks with their polka dot patter on the inside sole. Check the cute shoe bag as well. Coming soon.

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Mr Porter delivers this little look at Prad SpA’s Car Shoe brand. “Car Shoe was established in 1963 by the automobile enthusiast and cobbler Mr Gianni Mostile… Quality, innovation and craftsmanship have always been hallmarks of Car Shoe, which has found favour over the years with eminent figures including Mr John F Kennedy and Mr Giovanni Agnelli.”

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From the photos, these mocassins from Leffot as delivered by Quoddy look damn tough. The red sole makes them look even more rugged than normal. The leather upper looks like it’s ready for a proper Spring/Summer run just about everywhere you want to take them. Horween leather does them right. Made in Maine but available only through Leffot in N.Y.C.

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Boston’s Tannery Wilderness Workshop delivers some classic, New England friendly mocassins that are sure to put us all back… somewhere in time. Best of all, their made in Massachusetts, one of the greatest States in the Union. “The design is based on their Two Eye Tie, which is Arrow’s closest silhouette to a traditional boat shoe, but has been made using the scrap from Oi Polloi’s recent custom dyed make up to achieve a two-tone color scheme.”

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When our Berlin editors love a product, they’re usually on point. The above “blazing orange” mocs from Di Mella, not only help the world track you through any environment but also provide a pleasant ride while you wear them. The driving sole keeps it all nice and comfortable for you. (zozo)

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These work. Japan’s United Arrows delivers some Italo-made driving mocassins for the masses. I would prefer to wear these than the normal stash found in the U.S.A. Whatever the hell we have to do to bring these Stateside… please. (zozo)

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Here’s a couple of looks from the Autumn 2011 collection by Amsterdam Shoe Co. “The Canal Moc is an ankle height boot with a moccasin toe construction. It has full suede uppers which will be available in two colors for winter 2011, Charcoal and Chestnut. The Canal Moc features contrasting black waxed laces, metal eyelets and a subtly padded collar for some extra comfort around the ankle.” You have options these days in the footwear game.
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