Carmina Shoemaker Blog
Notes on shoemaking, leathers and how to wear classic shoes, from our workshop in Mallorca.

Carmina footwear in the professional wardrobe
The way we dress for work has evolved. The suit still has its place, but today it sits alongside blazers, dress pants, chinos, and more relaxed…

A Guide to Choosing Your Carmina Loafers
Loafers hold a distinctive place in the modern gentleman’s wardrobe. Their slip-on construction and clean lines make them equally at home with relaxed…

Our Selection of Boots for Winter
During the colder months, boots become a natural part of the men’s wardrobe. Leather, sole, last, and construction all shape their character, making it…

The Wingtip: A Classic of Shoemaking
In classic shoemaking, pattern cutting does more than determine how a shoe is constructed. It also shapes its character.