"You can do anything, but lay off my blue suede shoes!" The King wasn't wrong to be protective of his blue suede shoes: They're a classic choice that always bring out something special in your outfits. Not only that, but they never get quite as much attention as they deserve; so they never run the risk of being "overdone." We love our blue shoes as much as Elvis did, so we want to share two of our favorite ways to wear this less-than-common piece. We'll start with... OPTION 1: BLUE WITH KHAKI As seen above, blue shoes pair beautifully with a classic khaki, which opens up a lot of options fo ..read more

After a long hiatus, J.FitzPatrick returns to Paris for a trunk show! I cannot even recall the last time I did a trunk show in one of my favorite European cities. It has been at least 6 years, as sad as that is! But, that is all behind us now and here I come, onward and upward for another showcasing. As usual, I will showcase at Mes Chaussettes Rouges in the 15th arrondissement. But instead of being inside their shop, I will be at their new showroom next door dedicated to trunk shows. I am quite excited about this as not only do I love Paris but also I am excited to show how far th ..read more

J.FitzPatrick Footwear turns ten years old this month, which makes this our anniversary! It’s been a whole decade since I launched my creative vision into a boutique brand on London’s Savile Row and now find myself in New York City with a street-level shop and 3 shoe collections within my brand’s catalogue. And with more to come, as this is only the beginning! To celebrate this milestone we are doing a few new things in terms of discounts and contests; if that might interest you, continue reading! MTO PROMOTION: NO FEE MADE TO ORDER STYLES ALL MONTH! All MTO styles at J.FitzPatrick Foo ..read more

Derby boots are the most approachable boot style -- which makes them likely the most approachable footwear choice for men, period. This casual wearing design pairs most commonly with denim, but is by no means limited to that!   Scroll down to join J.FitzPatrick Footwear co-owner Mathew as he wears three different derby boot looks, ranging from a Springtime casual look to a formal (but fun) winter style. Along the way, we'll recommend substitutions to easily integrate versions of these looks into your own wardrobe. LOOK #1: CASUAL SPRINGTIME Making the most of an uncommonly wa ..read more

Nick from Stridewise made a destination of our New York boutique to interview our founder, Justin FitzPatrick: Join them as they discuss aesthetic inspirations, the unique nature of patina, and the toughest welted boots to wear in urban winters. Peek into the mind of one of footwear's self-made men by watching the interview below -- or click here to read the transcript on Stridewise ..read more

If you were a fly on the wall of our shop in downtown Manhattan, you'd know that one of the most common topics in our shop is the fact that I'm wearing the same boots yet again. "You have so many to choose from," our founder Justin will often say, "so why do you always wear the same few pairs?" The simple answer is that I love riding my motorcycle, and I hop on it every chance I get, even if it's just for my commute to our shop in downtown Manhattan. Riding an older bike is loads of fun, but undeniably involves some complications -- not least of which is the fact that it limits what ..read more

We aim to offer a new round of GMTO ("Group Made To Order") styles each month:  This allows us to offer a wider range of styles than what we can stock at any given time, at no additional cost to you--so you don't have to worry about any additional fees for your "custom" pair. It also gives you the option to choose from multiple lasts and heel styles, so a GMTO style ends up being partially customizable -- again, at no extra cost! View the whole collection here or scroll down for some quick snippets about each model First up is our "Madrona": The Madrona is a sleek single monkstrap ..read more

Over the years we've made hundreds upon hundreds of made-to-order shoes for clients. We do our best to photograph and catalog each pair -- even if it's just a small tweak on an existing style -- to show you as many shoes as possible. We of course love when clients come up with new ideas and color/texture combinations, but sometimes finding your next pair is as simple as appreciating what's been done before, and snapping it up in your own size! With that in mind, the made to order section on our site acts as a sort of "archive" of our shoes over the years, enabling you to order any pair we've ..read more

It may seem like an unorthodox choice, but blue is actually a real workhorse color for footwear: It can play many roles spanning different seasons, styles, and levels of formality. In a more formal and cooler-weather context, blue shoes can effortlessly stand in for black or dark brown pairs: Just a small change in formality is exchanged for a new color option and all of the styling and accenting options that it opens up. Wear your blue shoes with your favorite navy suit for a charming tonal effect, or with grey tailoring for an easy but handsome contrast. Seen above are our ..read more

Death, taxes, and...wedding invitations: Every happy couple will request their own dress code, which can leave even the most enthusiastic of us scrambling to fill gaps in our wedding wardrobes: Different locations, levels of formality, and climates make no two weddings (and therefore no two wedding outfits) the same. Thankfully we've got you covered no matter the nature of the event, whether you find yourself in a tuxedo or in seersucker. Skip below to see footwear options for the weddings you're likely to encounter! Wedding One: Black Tie Although no longer common, black tie ..read more