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A GENTLEMAN'S BLOG

We are always striving to help our customers in any way we are able to. Our Percy Stride blog does just that!

We cover everything from spinal alignment, footwear maintenance to the best ways to shop online!

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Daryl Charman

Mar 10, 2021
3 min

How To Lace An Oxford Shoe

How to look the part: a complete guide to lacing and tying your Oxfords...properly! Oxford shoes are an absolute essential for any...

Daryl Charman

Feb 8, 2021
3 min

8 Smelly Leather Shoe Remedies

DON’T LET YOUR PONGY KICKS OVERSHADOW YOUR STYLE. PUT THESE TRIED AND TESTED SMELLY LEATHER SHOE HACKS TO WORK. Whether you own a pair...

How to Make Clothes and Shoes Last Longer

Daryl Charman

Nov 23, 2020
4 min

How to Make Clothes and Shoes Last Longer

Want to know how to make clothes and shoes last longer? In this blog, we reveal smart ways of extending the life of your wardrobe to help...

Daryl Charman

Oct 5, 2020
3 min

How to Break in Leather Shoes Fast

Wearing new leather shoes for the first time doesn’t have to be uncomfortable. Simply follow these proven ways of how to break in leather...

How to Fix Scuffed and Scratched Leather Shoes

Daryl Charman

Sep 23, 2020
3 min

How to Fix Scuffed and Scratched Leather Shoes

Don’t let unsightly scuffs and scratches take the shine off your leather shoes. Simply follow this guide and keep your footwear looking...

How to Declutter Your Wardrobe in Under 60 Minutes

Daryl Charman

Apr 6, 2020
5 min

How to Declutter Your Wardrobe in Under 60 Minutes

The ultimate guide on decluttering your wardrobe in less than an hour, plus where you should go to in the UK to recycle your clothes and...

Daryl Charman

Feb 2, 2020
3 min

How to Properly Throw Away Shoes

With fast fashion on the up and a lack of trust with charity clothes bags, what’s the best method of disposing of your old shoes? Have...

The 5 Best Cobblers for Shoe Repair in the UK

Daryl Charman

Jan 21, 2020
3 min

The 5 Best Cobblers for Shoe Repair in the UK

Searching for shoe repair services? Find the crème de la crème of cobblers in the UK in this handy guide for gentlemen. When your shoes...

A Gentleman’s Guide to Men’s Suede Shoes

Daryl Charman

Sep 30, 2019
3 min

A Gentleman’s Guide to Men’s Suede Shoes

Suede is very much in fashion this season. Learn everything you need to know about finding the perfect men’s suede shoes and how to style...

Types of Leather – Why it Matters When Buying Shoes

Daryl Charman

Sep 16, 2019
3 min

Types of Leather – Why it Matters When Buying Shoes

From full-grain leather to corrected grain, learn what types of leather you should be looking out for when buying your next pair of shoes...

How To Clean Leather Shoes - 5 Best Products

Daryl Charman

Jun 13, 2019
3 min

How To Clean Leather Shoes - 5 Best Products

Wondering what the best method is for cleaning your leather or suede shoes? Get things right from the start by choosing the very best...

Repairing Shoes - 6 Ways To Extend Their Life

Daryl Charman

May 15, 2019
3 min

Repairing Shoes - 6 Ways To Extend Their Life

When it comes to men’s shoes, you have a choice. Either neglect them and pay for a new pair every few months or care for one pair and...

Daryl Charman

Oct 17, 2018
2 min

How to Clean Leather Shoes

Keeping your leather shoes clean, conditioned and polished should be at the forefront of everything a gentleman does. Here’s how to clean...

To repair your shoes or Buy New – 5 Things to Consider

Daryl Charman

Sep 29, 2018
3 min

To repair your shoes or Buy New – 5 Things to Consider

Do you often ask whether it's worth getting your shoes repaired? Are your shoes looking a bit worse for wear? Sometimes, you don’t need...

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