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Our Fall 2015 Collection - Dissected

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.
7-minute read
On-the-Go Leather Care

On-the-Go Leather Care

Three things to carry in your purse (or murse) that will help protect your leather shoes on the go.
2-minute read
Bigger Shoe Sizes for Men

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.
4-minute read
In His Shoes: Todd Babiak

In His Shoes: Todd Babiak

Take a walk in Todd Babiak's shoes. The novelist and co-founder of StoryEngine also considers life as a bonobo, and shares the thing he's most proud of.
5-minute read
Weekend Getaway to Jasper, Alberta

Weekend Getaway to Jasper, Alberta

Kendall shares her favourite places in Jasper, Alberta to sleep, workout, hangout and fuel up.
5-minute read
On Becoming a Fashion Photographer

On Becoming a Fashion Photographer

He's obsessed with technology and capturing beautiful images. Meet Tyler Stalman - the man behind our Fall 2015 Collection lookbook, and one of the most sought-after photographers in Alberta.
7-minute read
In Her Shoes: Melina Kawecki

In Her Shoes: Melina Kawecki

"Some say I have a shoe problem. Really, I have a Poppy Barley solution." One of our top customers shares her story (and some golden tips for shoe care!).
15-minute read
Men's Product Poll: New Leather Colours

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?
1-minute read
Men's Product Poll: Colour Blocking

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...
1-minute read
In Her Shoes: Lu from Uppercase Press

In Her Shoes: Lu from Uppercase Press

We collaborated with Uppercase Press to create original, hand pressed note cards inspired by our Summer Collection. Here's your chance to get to know Lu, the one-woman show behind the Uppercase Press studio.
12-minute read
Meet: The Family Who Creates Our Leathers

Meet: The Family Who Creates Our Leathers

Just like food, 50% of a great end product comes from the quality of the ingredients being inputted. Here's a major reason our shoes are so comfortable.
11-minute read
How to Store Your Boots For Summer

How to Store Your Boots For Summer

Our Customer Experience Lead, Yvonne, breaks down 7 simple steps to storing your boots for the summer and keeping them looking like new.
1-minute read