For rugby fans, Steve will not need an introduction. A Rugby World Cup medal winner with England in 2003, this flanker turned hooker will go down in history as a sports legend. More on his sporting accolades later because these days, Steve is more interested in shining the spotlight on the effects of contact sport …
26 January 2023
Having the same values and philosophy as we do here at Herring Shoes is important to us, not just anyone can be a ‘sole mate’. A great feel for quality footwear and clothing helps too, as is understanding sustainability and slow fashion. For these reasons and many more, we are over the moon to have …
18 January 2023
We are delighted to have David wear our shoes, we know the high standards that are needed when you are in the spotlight and making sure that you look the part is vital. It’s fair to say Sky Sports presenter and ex-footballer David Prutton knows a thing or two about football. Pairing his football knowledge …
17 January 2023
Just as there are many different types of shoes and boots, there are multiple kinds of leather too. What you choose can completely change the look of your outfit. We have put together a brief guide on the types of footwear leather available, so you can make an informed choice. You can even filter our …
16 January 2023
I hold my hands up, we like to talk about shoe care. Our blog post Why shoe care really matters, and our most watched YouTube video Polishing shoes part 1 are popular examples. We are passionate about it. It goes hand in hand with our products and we want everyone to get the most out …
10 January 2023
This time last year, the pandemic was still at large, and Christmas parties were hurriedly cancelled before festive frocks were returned to stores as the latest variant took hold. Now that life is generally back to normal, businesses, families and friends have been booking Christmas parties and gatherings with confidence, thanks to the success of …
6 December 2022
Christmas 2021 did not really turn out how we planned. Office parties and gatherings with families and friends were hurriedly cancelled as the latest Covid variant took hold. Christmas 2022 is looking more festive with parties booked with confidence and invites sent out for soirées and meet-ups, thanks to the success of the vaccination programme. …
2 December 2022
A few weeks ago, we gave you some suggestions for Christmas gifts for friends or extended family, but this time we would like to offer up some ideas for your nearest and dearest, such as immediate family and partners. The budget can go a little bit awry for the people we love most, but as …
1 December 2022
I can hear you wincing from here! It can be a tricky topic, especially if your other half has other ideas on what is considered an acceptable amount to spend…or even whether to spend anything at all! It is an annual dilemma for many of us, especially with everything costing a little bit or a …
24 November 2022
The Autumn Internationals are upon us, along with the Women’s Rugby World Cup final this weekend and the Six Nations just around the corner in 2023…in short, we are well into the rugby season. A former press officer for two professional rugby teams and a long-term fan, I have been to a fair few games …
10 November 2022
I first discovered Herring Shoes on the web in 2017 and I placed my first order exactly on 27th October 2017. There was a pair of Canterbury in Navy Suede and a pair of Surrey in black polished. Since then I have ordered about 80 pairs of shoes, of all styles, socks, cedar shoes trees, …
18 October 2022
Jerry will be familiar to many regulars who read the Herring Shoes Journal. He has been a contributor to our blog pages for many years with his sage and wise musings on style and footwear. We thought it was time to introduce him to you properly now that he has collaborated with us on a …
7 October 2022
Our very own customer advisor Sean Prowse will be pounding the streets of our capital this Sunday as he takes on the TCS London Marathon. This will be the longest distance he has ever run and will put him in the 0.01% in the world of people who have run a marathon. Sean describes it …
29 September 2022
We hung onto summer for a long time this year, but leaves are falling and grey clouds are forming, with September 23 being the official start of autumn. For people who do not like the sun, autumn is very welcome. For people who love summer, it’s not so bad…especially on bright, cold days. To mark …
26 September 2022
Poor old black, we always seem to be trying to find an alternative…when there is nothing really wrong with a great, black shoe. However, the rebels among us like to switch it up a bit and in this blog, we are going to consider tan. It’s not really that rebellious but tan does stand out …
14 September 2022
We can’t help it, it’s in our DNA to find the above quote from The Kingsman quite annoying. Let me explain why. When referring to shoes as an Oxford, this terminology is referring to the construction of the lacing area. The lacing is a nice simple V shape; it’s the classic form of a dress …
9 September 2022
Milo McCabe is a TV presenter, actor and stand-up comedian. These days Milo is more specifically known for hanging around shop doorways as his alter ego Troy Hawke; the character from his stand-up routine has garnered critical acclaim from festivals and tours around the world. If you are unfamiliar with Troy Hawke, a quick YouTube …
8 September 2022
The belt is an often-forgotten part of a gentleman’s outfit and yet if you wear a good one, people take notice. Most of us pull out the same belt for whichever ensemble we are wearing or switch between a brown or black leather belt depending on the shoes we are wearing. While leather belts can …
24 August 2022
We like to make a big deal out of the factories we use to make our shoes. We are proud to have such prestigious shoe makers turn our designs into reality. There is no better place to start than with Carlos Santos. A brief history: Aged just 14, a young Portuguese man named Carlos Santos …
11 August 2022
A few years ago, I moved abroad with my family. Almost everything around us changed. The change of scenery motivated us to change our habits. We wanted to become more conscious consumers. A few of the things this meant for us is buying second hand (if possible), care for the things we have and do …
18 July 2022