What I Wore Today - Styling shoes by The Cano Shoe

Craig of That Dapper Chap shares what he wore today in a post where he styles the Benito sandals by The Cano Shoe and offers readers a 15% discount

It's the time of year when the boots get put to the back of the cupboard and we pull out footwear more suited to warmer weather. The Cano Shoe offers a really nice range of fine quality shoes, each pair hand woven by Mexican artisans dedicated to keeping the ancient tradition alive.

Offering a selection of both men's and women's shoes, the gents collection consists of three styles: Pancho Villa, Benito and Zapata. All three styles are available in different colours from black to red, like the Benito sandals that I am styling today.

The Dune Summer Collection

Craig of That Dapper Chap attends the Dune SS16 Press day and gets an exclusive look at the new styles for the coming season

The pink and blue suede brogues

Dune have come a long way from their small concession in a fashion store on London's Oxford Street. They now have over 50 stores across the UK, not to mention the 169 concessions in other high street stores such as Topman, House of Fraser, Selfridges and John Lewis.

Shelves full of new footwear for summer from Dune

Winter warmer

Craig of That Dapper Chap looks to Just Sheepskin for cosy toes this winter.

So, we're in the middle of January, snow, sleet, hail and rain are making us cold and miserable. In these situations I need comfort, comfort food, hot chocolate, a log fire and a warm and cosy pair of slippers. That's where Just Sheepskin come in.

My own 'Eaton' slippers as seem on my Instagram page

With a variety of great slippers on offer for men, women and kids my favorite are those made with Harris Tweed and I'm lucky enough to now own a pair.

They offer two versions, with a back or backless. The backless ones are okay if you're forever slipping them on and off and it makes things easier however I opted for the full slipper and can vouch for the fact that they are some of the cosiest and stylish slippers I have ever owned!

The 'Russel' backless Harris Tweed slipper

Time to put my feet up

Established in 2002 Just Sheepskin are now one of the top sheepskin footwear brands in the UK. The backless 'Russel' slippers are priced at £55.00 and the full slipper 'Eaton' which I have are £60.00. Both are well worth the money and they will last you years.

The cosy 'Eaton' sheepskin slippers

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My Top Five Chatham Shoes

Craig of That Dapper Chap shows us his top favorite shoes and boots from Chatham

MEET CHATHAM

For the past 25 years, Chatham has traded on a nautical traditional of quality, and is now growing into one of Britain's key lifestyle footwear brands.

Quality, durability, marine aesthetics and performance all form an integral part of the Chatham product.

The guys at chatham said "We are committed to creating a range of classic sailing kit and country footwear, all served up with Chatham’s very British style. Combining traditional craftsmanship with innovation, durable materials with attention to detail"

All of their footwear is designed to be comfortable, functional and able to withstand all that nature can throw at it.

And with some really great styles at reasonable prices they are really tempting. Throw in free UK delivery and returns and how can you resist!

Me wearing my Chatham boots

MY TOP 5 SHOES AND BOOTS

Looking through the range it was difficult to select just five styles. There really is something for everyone on offer from Chatham. Yes, they cater for the more nautically inspired of us and boat shoes have been a real summer trend over the last couple of years. But, they also now offer something a little more 'country', in beautiful leathers and tweed, they are offering a real heritage look, suited to any gent, whether country or city.

Number 5 - The Nottingham Goodyear Welted Brogues

Available in black, tan and dark brown, the Nottingham brogue is a piece of hand crafted art that you get to wear on your feet. Nottingham is a Goodyear Welted brogue on a commando sole. Rugged, refined and above all, premium in every way. You simply cannot buy a more premium constructed shoe.

I like the chunky, solid aesthetic of these shoes and I can see them being a real staple over the coming winter months. They can just as easily be worn to the office with a suit or to the pub with jeans.

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£119.00

The classic black brogue with a twist

Perfect for wetter weather

Number 4 - The York Goodyear Welted Brogue Boots

In dark brown or tan, these boots offer substance and style. Featuring the most durable, traditionally English, Goodyear Welted construction. York is a high ankle brogue boot on a commando rubber sole unit. Consider it a wardrobe investment that will pay dividends for years to come.

I love the height of this boot, it's not apologetic about its leg climbing abilities and it's going to feel really substantial on the foot. Again a piece of footwear that will suit most occasions.

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£139.00 

Traditional styling with Goodyear welted construction

A solid sole on the York brogue boot

Number 3 - The Gaff II G2 slip on boat shoe

Available in 'Seahorse' (brown below) or 'Walnut' (tan) the Gaff II G2 Slip-On Boat Shoe is essentially a penny loafer with boat shoe style. I'd suggest these for a less formal affair, for that weekend on the boat, maybe a bit of shopping in the town. The gaff G2 now features a new sole unit with enhanced grip. A triumph of British design and quality

These are bang on trend. Loafers are big news. Boat shoes are big news. So, why not have a combination of the two and be a bit different from the crowd?

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£99.00

The Gaf II slip on loafer boat shoe

A look at the sole of the Gaf II

Number 2 - The Drifter British Suede Wing Tip Shoe

I love these shoes! Available in burgundy or brown with turquoise elements, the Drifter Wing Tip Shoe is British made two tone split suede and is a high quality wing tip derby shoe made on a stacked leather heel with rubber top piece. With stitched through construction, and padding underfoot they are totally comfortable and totally stylish.

These have a real vintage look to them that really appeals to me. I can see them working well with a heavy tweed suit to the office, but equally dressed down with rolled up chinos and a chambray shirt under a vintage Harris tweed blazer.

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£99.00

The brown and turquoise colour option

The Drifter suede shoe in burgundy

Number 1 - The Stornoway High Ankle Tweed Brogue Boot

Well, what's not to like here? Meet the 'Stornoway' a high ankle Goodyear welted brogue on a commando sole. The upper features a combination of premium leather and British tweed from Lovat Mill.

If, like me you're passionate about quality and supporting British industry, these are a great option. Not only do they tick all of my moral boxes but the style boxes have been ticked for days! These will certainly stand out from the crowd. The combination of fine leather and tweed is truly inspired, and I can see myself wearing these time and time again over the next few months!

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£199.00

The Stornoway tweed and leather boot in tan

Styled down with jeans and a wool fairisle sweater 

Perfect for autumn/winter

Styled up for the office in an autumnal look

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The Goodwin Smith SS15 collection

Footwear brand Goodwin Smith release their new collection of #buckinggoodshoes for SS15 and offer fans like us great a pre-order service starting tomorrow.

What's better for spring than a brand spanking new pair of shoes and you wont go far wrong with a pair from Goodwin Smith. With styles available to pre-order from February 26th (some 20th March) take a look at the new styles below to decide on your favorite pair!

Beautiful shoes available now to pre-order

The Hurst Bordo Derby

Goodwin Smith CEO Tim Smith believes if the next Prime Minister was Latino, he’d be wearing these on the first day of office. Julio! Julio! Julio!

Also available in high shine black and Tan the Hurst is handcrafted from premium Italian Parma Leather and produced in Bordo, with a detailed tread sole to aid grip. The uppers are stitched by hand to ensure a comfortable feel and flawless finish, they embody Goodwin’s dedication to superb British design and shoemaking. Our famous stags head print runs throughout the inside lining. A supple leather insock is fitted for comfort. Developed exclusively on our unique Goodwin Smith last.

The Hurst Bordo Derby £115.00

The Hurst Bordo Derby back view

The Weir Black & Grey

Also available Navy and Tan and rich brown, the Weir Black & Grey is a lace-up correspondent brogue, hand finished from premium quality leather and graphite grey suede. The rounded toe and stacked sole design make these stylish shoes perfect for smart-casual occasions. A classic, yet statement style thanks to the contrasting colours, the Weir brogues look dapper with anything from jeans to formal trousers.

The Weir Black & Grey £95.00

Back view of the weir black and grey shoes

The Whitworth Tan and Brown Derby

Also available in grey and black this shoe is known as “The King of Cool” Steve McQueen donned a similar pair in The Great Escape motorbike fence-jumping scene. Hopefully you won’t feel like a POW when you do pull.

Whitworth is handcrafted from premium pull up leather and produced in a two tone derby, Tan and Brown, with a detailed tread sole to aid grip. The uppers are stitched by hand to ensure a comfortable feel and flawless finish, they embody Goodwin’s dedication to superb British design and shoemaking. Our famous stags head print runs throughout the inside lining. A supple leather insock is fitted for comfort. Developed exclusively on our unique Goodwin Smith last.

The Whitworth Tan and Brown Derby £95.00

Rear view of the tan and brown Whitworth shoe

The Tunstead Navy Monk Strap

Also available in Tan and Bordo, the guys at Goodwin Smith have nicknamed these “Blue Steel.” Maybe there’s more to life than being really, really, really ridiculously good looking? No, no there isn’t!

Tunstead double monk-strap delivers sophistication, handcrafted from premium Italian Parma Leather and produced in Navy, with a detailed tread sole to aid grip. The uppers are stitched by hand to ensure a comfortable feel and flawless finish, they embody Goodwin’s dedication to superb British design and shoemaking. Our famous stags head print runs throughout the inside lining. A supple leather insock is fitted for comfort. Developed exclusively on our unique Goodwin Smith last.

The Tunstead Navy Monk Strap £115.00

Rear view of the Tunstead Navy Monk Strap shoe

If I had my choice I'd take the Whitworth in tan and brown and also the navy double monks! What are you going for? Whatever ones you choose just make sure you post a picture to Instagram and tag @GoodwinSmithUK and use hashtags #BuckingGoodShoes and #ThatDapperChap sp we can find you!

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