Percy Stride- A gentleman's blog

Best movie themed shoes

6 Amazing Book and Movie Themed Shoes

If you love movies and books, you’re going to love these. Add a touch of personality to your look by adding these cool book and movie themed shoes to your...
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British Shoe Stores - Percy Stride's Guide

6 British Independent Shoe Shops You Must Check Out

If you fancy a flutter on some quality footwear, take a look at these British shoe stores stocking some of the best British-made shoe brands around. Here at Percy Stride,...
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A guide to mod fashion 2019

A Gentleman’s Guide to Mod Fashion 2019

The mod phase is back and we’re here to help you get the look. Whether you want to dress smartly for a big occasion or just capture a casual vibe...
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The shoemaking process in Northampton

Inside the Factory: Shoemaking in Northampton

Shoemaking and Northampton go hand-in-hand. In particular, the NPS factory – where our Percy Strides are made. Learn all about the process in this new post. As we mentioned in our previous...
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How do I design shoes?

How Can I Design My Own Shoes?

How do you design your own shoes? What skills do you need to be a footwear designer? Learn everything you need to know about the shoe design process in this...
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Shoemaking in Northampton

Shoemaking in Northampton – Why it’s Integral to British Footwear

What makes Northampton such a special place within the shoe industry? Explore the history of the town and discover why it should always be your first place to go shoe...
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A gentleman's guide - shoe guide for men

A Gentleman’s Guide - Shoe Guide For Men

What’s the difference between brogues and Oxford shoes? Here’s our definitive shoe guide for men – including when to wear them and the anatomy of each style. Owning a pair of...
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Fast Fashion brands

Are You Contributing to the Fast Fashion Epidemic?

What is fast fashion? And why is it impacting the environment and the way we shop? Here’s everything you need to know, including ways you can avoid contributing to the...
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Facts on shoes

7 Random Facts About Shoes That'll Come in Handy in a Pub Quiz

If you love filling your head with pointless facts, you’re going to love this. Read on to discover 7 incredible revelations about the history of shoes. Shoes are constantly evolving...
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what to look for when buying shoes online

3 Finer Details- What to look for when buying shoes

When it comes to purchasing your next pair of shoes, don’t forget to look out for these three finer details. After all, the small things really do make a big...
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Old fashion styles - time travelling trends

Time Travelling Trends: 5 Old Fashion Styles Making a Comeback in 2019

Whether it’s a hit television series or top music band, discover how popular culture has inspired fashion trends to turn full-circle in 2019. Fashion tends to go around and around...
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Men's leather Oxford Shoes Percy Stride - How to clean leather shoes

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 footwear cleaning products. With the British...
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