Look who’s back. 50 years after the British shoe company debuted, Dr. Martin’s are back in black. Part of the Wasp collection, the Lewsey Whitney boasts outdoor American styling coupled with classic stitching & a distinctive yellow welt trim. A moc-toe oxford with a air-cushioned out-sole crafted from luxurious waxed leather. Serious shit kickers.

If you look beyond the legal marijuana & prostitution, Amsterdam supports some noteworthy up & coming designers. Straight from a renovated church in the heart of the city, Scotch & Soda’s wearables fall somewhere between vintage, varsity & fusion. Check out the essential summer sandal, crafted of leather & canvas – a classic flop right out of the red light.

The grandson of an 1870s Italian cobbler created Camper Shoes in 1975. Originated in Barcelona, these steps are not about a shoe per se, but a style – a way of thinking, a way of life. Encompassing creativity and comfort, experience four generations in every step.

Looking to culture your classic checkerboard Vans? Alexander McQueen’s Calamity lace-less trainers are crafted of fine-grain black leather, printed in multi-coloured patchwork & finished with a dirty-grey rubber sole. The older, more mature, Jeff Spicoli would definitely give these a thumbs up.

Each Mark McNairy boot is crafted by hand in Northamptonshire, England. Fully lined with glove leather, the upper is crafted from soft, waxy French cowhide. This rugged brogan says you have an eye for the finer things in life, but you’re all man.

The ocean grounds us or at least it does for the guys at OluKai. Their ‘Ohana shoe can be worn as a lace-up or slip on. Constructed from durable, lightweight canvas or cotton twill – perfect gear for the Aloha spirit.

Meet your new best friends. In Thai, “Sanük” means happiness and balance.  Slip these on; and, you’ll soon understand the company name. Featuring a layered canvas upper and a soft-molded EVA footbed, these kicks are equally comfortable for walking, lounging or just being happy.