Advent Calendar | #13 Mr. Hare - 'Thompson' Boot

As I was looking through the site, thinking about what pieces I should feature in this calendar, I realized that we'd missed something. Something very important. Except for a reference to an article on Selectism, we'd completely neglected to mention Mr. Hare, which possibly is our favorite footwear label.  Serious slip-up, so I thought I'd try and repair my misstake.

Featured in the debut collection "Purest Form" are these boots, called "Thompson" after the famous American author. They're button-up, something you usually don't see when it comes to boots. They're made from Italian calf leather on a Blake last and the leather soles are reinforced with nails and rubber insets. As for looks you could try and come up with enough superlatives to describe it but Mr. Hare did a pretty good job summing them up himself: "The Thompson is angular and suave."

P.S.  Be sure to check out the limited grey edition that was only made in 3 pairs. The lucky man of 00o00 managed to get his hands on one of them. Jealous? Just a little. (Here)

Advent Calendar | #7 Lanvin - Leather/Wool Ankle Boots

Remember that military look we talked about a couple of days ago? If you want to be real serious about it you have to complete the look with a pair of lace-up boots. No other kind of footwear will do. Fortunately we've got you covered here as well.

Lanvin might be as far from the army as you can get but that doesn't mean they can't make a pair of pretty mean looking boots. Just the right height, these leather boots with wool insets will make you look tougher than Rambo in no time. It's all in the lacing.

Advent Calendar | #1 A.P.C. - Jodphurs

First out of our goodie-bag with things that should go straight to your wishlist are these jodphurs from one of our favorite labels; A.P.C.

I did a lot of searching this season after the perfect pair of winter boots. I looked everywhere. Until I found these. Then there was no need to search any further. I can honestly say that these are my perfect day-to-day winter boots. Unless you spend your time with snow up to your chest; in that case you should probably go with something else. But if you're not, then there's no excuses.

I've always been fond of the jodphur-style of boots. Something about the buckles and the wrap around straps makes it look so much more refined than an ordinary boot. And these in black leather with a rubber crepe sole is as good as it gets. They're also available in chestnut brown but I prefer the black version. 

Object | Rachel Comey - Burnside Fringe Boot

A pair of sturdy boots should be on every man's list of essentials for the winter. They come in all different shapes and colors, and can be worn with practically anything. And most importantly they keep your feet warm and dry.

One of my favorite pairs this season, the "Burnside" comes from none other than the queen of men's footwear Rachel Comey. Just as Gargyle puts it, these balance ruggedness with style and they do so excellently. I really like the way the layered rubber and leather sole and the brass loops compliments the black leather and the ankle strap is another playful twist that also adds to the look of this one. And if the tassels aren't your cup of tea, don't worry, they're removable.