The Read
The Luxury of Handcrafted Goods - 5 Makers to Add to Your Wishlist
6-minute read
From Design to Launch: Gotham Grey, 2.5" Boots & Our First Wristlet
5-minute read
From Design to Launch: Gotham Grey, 2.5" Boots & Our First Wristlet
This is your peek into product development at Poppy Barley. Our co-founder, Justine, breaks down the new leathers and styles you can expect this October and November 2015.
When Pregnancy Changes the Size of Your Feet
7-minute read
When Pregnancy Changes the Size of Your Feet
"The one part of me that didn’t shrink back to its original size and the one thing that I never even considered would be a problem: my perfectly sized feet. Those, I will never get back."
What "Mom Style" Really Means
8-minute read
What "Mom Style" Really Means
Long gone are the days where style and calling yourself "Mom" has to lack. Erin Trebaczkiewicz, owner of kids clothing e-tailer, The Skinny, and mother of three (including twins), writes about redefining "Mom Style".
Our Take on Fall 2015 Fashion
5-minute read
Our Take on Fall 2015 Fashion
We break down all the outfits in our Fall 2015 look book. From cozy sweaters to knee high boots, embrace the crisp autumn air and get on board with us.
Our Fall 2015 Collection - Dissected
7-minute read
Our Fall 2015 Collection - Dissected
Our co-founder, Justine, and the lead behind the design and development of our footwear, breaks down the inspiration, new styles and new leathers in Poppy Barley's Fall 2015 Collection.
Bigger Shoe Sizes for Men
4-minute read
Bigger Shoe Sizes for Men
Six-foot-five and a Size 15 shoe. The Video Coach for the Edmonton Oilers shares his experience growing up with bigger-than-average feet.
Men's Product Poll: New Leather Colours
1-minute read
Men's Product Poll: New Leather Colours
They already come in sizes 5 thru 15, and multiple foot widths. What leather colours and textures would you like to see us introduce to our Men's shoes this season?
Men's Product Poll: Colour Blocking
1-minute read
Men's Product Poll: Colour Blocking
We want your feedback! Tell us which leather colours you'd like to see colour blocked on The Calgary Wingtip in our latest product development poll...
Shoeology: The History of the Chukka
3-minute read
Shoeology: The History of the Chukka
The Chukka boot's history may not go as far back in time as the Oxford's or the Derby's, but it’s just as compelling.
Shoeology: The History of Broguing
4-minute read
Shoeology: The History of Broguing
Those little decorative perforations on shoes have their own special term: broguing. Learn why shoemakers began poking holes in shoes and more in the latest entry in our Shoeology series.
Shoeology: What We're Talking About When We Talk Lasts
3-minute read
