I am excited to announce the launch of our second Special Project -- handmade made-to-order English shoes by Alfred Sargent. Handmade English shoes represent the pinnacle of shoemaking and an investment in a pair from a reputable maker should easily last longer than a decade if properly cared for.

Great shoes do not make the man, but they can certainly destroy a wardrobe. Often overlooked, great shoes are essential to the classic wardrobe and represent one of the two last points of detail that distinguish true well-dressed gentlemen from the crowd (the other being his watch).

Why Alfred Sargent

I have the pleasure of meeting Chay Cooper, factory manager at Alfred Sargent, on several occasions. He is passionately committed to producing the best handmade English shoes possible – and his commitment shows in the balance and beauty of his creations. The quality of Alfred Sargent shoes is easily compared to that of Edward Green but for about 2/3 the cost.

Our Alfred Sargents are available in two styles – an Captoe Oxford and Monkstrap – in any of four finishes: three calf skins and one incredibly handsome dark chocolate suede, allowing for an unprecedented number of options. All customized to your exact preferences and crafted just for you!

This is why these made-to-order Alfred Sargents are such an incredible opportunity. Being able to commission made-to-order shoes in any of eight finishes will yield a personalized model totally custom just for you. And the quality of the craftsmanship will ensure that they continue to look incredible and wear great for years to come.

How it works

The process is simple – you tell us exactly what you want, and we’ll have it made just for you. Every pair of shoes will come with a pair of Ultra shoetrees and be accompanied with a Travel Shoe Horn and matching Saphir Medaille d’Or Polish. Suede shoes will come with a spray can of neutral Renovateur. Customers who purchase three or more pairs will receive a jar of Saphir Renovateur and a Full-Length Mortimer Shoehorn.