The secrets of the Masters

History of espadrilles: from popular shoe to fashion

Canvas, woven fibers and a Mediterranean history: the journey of espadrilles from popular footwear to summer wardrobe.

Why are they called Desert boots? No, they are not little Polish girls

No, they are not little Polish girls. The name of Desert boots it has a different story from that of desert boots: we tell it among old ankle boots, Cairo bazaars and Bologna Ciccone.

Lived bags: how to distinguish patina from skin damage

Patina, color transfer and structural damage are not the same story. How to observe them and keep a bag without erasing its experience.

Men's ankle boots: Chelsea, lace-up or Desert boots? How to choose

Seven Ciccone models to choose from Desert boots, lace-ups and Chelsea: Bologna, Mantua, Cortina, Bergamo, Matera, Turin and Trento, with photos and advice from fit.

Shoes and rain: how to protect your skin and suede

From the first gesture upon returning to the care after drying: what to do with leather, suede and nubuck and when to stop.

Brown shoes: shades, combinations and patina of the leather

Cognac, chestnut and dark brown change the relationship with the wardrobe. Shades, finishes and care to leave the leather its character.

Satin shoes: how to recognize them, wear them and take care of them

The weave explains the light of the satin and part of its delicacy. Fibres, combinations and maintenance, without confusing a stain with an abrasion.

How to recognize a quality shoe: 10 details that really matter

Ten concrete questions about leather, shape, interior and assembly. A guide to evaluate the pair before being convinced by the price tag.

White canvas sneakers: history, quality and maintenance

Fabric, stitching and rubber band: read a white sneaker before buying it and clean it without making life difficult for the materials.

Shoes in suede in summer: why they work and how not to ruin them

Suede doesn't have just one season. Lining, construction and humidity matter more than the calendar: how to choose and care for it in hot weather.