Ombrelli
It’s a typical New York City day. You’re taking your daily walk around the park, or to work, and, unbeknownst to you, there is a storm brewing. Suddenly, dark clouds begin their treacherous journey into Manhattan… Continue reading Ombrelli
Category: Travelogue
West Village 4/Ice Cream
The warmer weather in NYC means shorts, sun glasses, and ice cream. A lot of ice cream. There are many great shops here in NYC, and we happen to be close to quite a few of them. Allow us to take you on a tour of West Village (and surrounding) ice creamy bliss.
Goin’ to California- a Vacation Guide
Ah, vacation season. The escape from cold weather to white sand and golden sunshine. The salty taste of ocean water. Time spent with family and friends. It’s the best. At least that’s what we think here at NW, and since our Spring/Summer 2017 Collection is centered around California, we thought we’d create a fun vacation guide for a delightful trip to the golden state, put together by our own native Californian on the NW team. Continue reading Goin’ to California- a Vacation Guide
West Village 3/Local Theatres
Our NYC location provides us with the opportunity to be supportive of the arts in our community. Broadway is just a few subway stops away, and we enjoy the privilege of attending and supporting Broadway shows. We also recognize that there are amazing local theaters all around our neighborhood that are doing exceptional work. Here are some of the theaters that we are excited to have close by to the NW shop. Continue reading West Village 3/Local Theatres
California Sunset
California is home to some of the most spectacular sunsets in the world. Continue reading California Sunset
West Village 2/Chumley’s
For tourists and locals alike, one of the greatest charms of the West Village is its history. So many of the institutions surrounding our shop are iconic, important pieces of New York City, its development, and its compelling story. So, naturally, when we heard that a historic speakeasy was about to reopen, our interest was piqued.
West Village 1/Rosemary’s
If it isn’t already abundantly clear, we love our West Village Shop location. This neighborhood is so alive, so full of history, culture, diversity, and fun, and we are so grateful to be a part of it. This new West Village column is dedicated to things we love in our community, whether it’s a delicious restaurant, cozy concert venue, interesting shop, neighborhood secret spot, or tradition. Continue reading West Village 1/Rosemary’s
American Bison
One of my favorite parts of creating new shoes and boots is selecting the leathers. We make a bunch of our boots here in America and I endeavor to use as much American materials as possible in the production—leathers, laces, … Continue reading American Bison
Shoemaking
I’m so fortunate to have studied the traditional craft of shoemaking. I lived in Holland for ten years, and was introduced to a small school in a village outside of Utrecht. For those interested, it’s got a crazy long Dutch name and goes by its initials, SVGB. Continue reading Shoemaking
Randolph Engineering
As an American shoemaker, I’m passionate about craft and American craft in particular. Several years ago, I had the opportunity to visit one of America’s only glasses factories—Randolph Engineering, just outside of Boston. Continue reading Randolph Engineering
West Village Life
It doesn’t get much better than being a block away from Carrie Bradshaw’s apartment from Sex and the City (the famous tour even stops by)… Continue reading West Village Life
Common at the White House
Actor/Rapper Common was spotted wearing our Essex sneakers in Oxblood at the White House for South by South Lawn! Continue reading Common at the White House
Look, I Made a Shoe 