Cheaney Shoes

A good pair of brogues is one of the most versatile styles available and can work across various formalities; understanding the nuances that can be found within this classic style will give you confidence in wearing them with an array of outfits. What are brogues? ‘Brogue’ refers simply to the perforated decorations that follow the stitching of a shoe or boot. Traditionally, these holes were a practical addition which allowed water to escape when walking through muddy terrain, though these days are purely aesthetic. Around the turn of the 18th... Read More

Suede shoes are stylish, soft, and tactile. A perfect summer shoe, but there are ways and means of wearing suede boots for winter, too. Most people would do well with a pair of suede shoes in their wardrobe, as they’re strikingly good looking and popular. As an alternative to calf leather boots and shoes, the suede shoe is a softer, more casual approach to some of the same designs that you’ll recognise as formal footwear. This makes a suede shoe or boot perfect for smart casual settings, evenings at a... Read More

If you’re on this page, chances are that you’re wondering which products and colours we recommend to look after your shoes. Below, you will find a comprehensive list of our current leathers with the recommended products. Please use this as a guide, but feel free to use some creative licence within reason. For instance, if you’d like to switch to a darker brown creme to enrich the colour, or a neutral polish to antique the leather, don’t let us stop you – just exercise caution and be sure to test... Read More