British and Italian sartorial elegance combine with the launch of Ted Bakers new luxury footwear collection. The Well Heeled collection is a new line of handcrafted luxury footwear for men. The shoes are eye-catching as well as expertly constructed. The collection consists of Derby brogues, wing cap brogues and dress slippers. Standout features include the […]
Our recent trip across the pond to New York found Dapper Chapper in a bit of a quandary. It was freezing cold but we didn’t want to lose face by covering up to look like an extra from Planes, Trains and Automobiles. The cold streets of NYC can be unforgiving, especially if you have a […]
From being a staple part of the mods attire in the 1960’s through to a must have for today’s city boys, the penny loafer has been a global attraction since the 1930s. US shoemaker G.H. Bass & Co was there from the very start, commissioned to design the shoe in 1936 following the lure to […]
After shooting the Mr Jones Double Monk Suede Sneakers last month for our Instagram and the blog, we were excited to see what Harrys of London had to offer for AW17. The theme was sporty-futuristic which was backed up throughout the collection by the introduction of metallics and fabrics inspired by technology. The shoes are […]
Allow us to take you on a meandering journey through the John Lobb Autumn | Winter 2017 collection, presented at the Hollybush Gardens, which takes inspiration from the River Nene and the vital link between nature and industry within the context of bootmaking. (Gallery by Dapper Snapper Rash Amrit) This collection is a celebration of the brands […]
A few weeks ago I was introduced to luxury shoe company Harrys of London. Founded in 2001, Harrys of London infuses traditional leather and suede loafers, brogues and boots with rubber and gel technology. The collection is made up with designs all influenced by our capital. Most of the collection serve to satisfy the want […]
Rockports latest summer casual collection is filled with some great gems. Traditional deck shoes such as the Summer Sea and more relaxed Bennett Lane slip on’s are both comfortable and stylish for the summer months. The Castlerock being the stand-out model in the range. We tested the Castlerock with ADIPRENE by Adidas, this ensures comfort […]
Summer is a difficult time to maintain some sort of decorum, as much as you may feel like stripping your shirt off, opening a tinny and have a good ruck with some Russian fans in Marseille (actually we really hope that isn’t what you fancy) in reality most people still need to go to offices, […]
Chelsea boots can be seen everywhere at the moment, from high fashion to high street. Boots don’t always have to be a winter shoe, you can work the trend into your Spring Summer wardrobe. We take a look at 5 of the best examples to buy right now. Topman Stand out from the crowd with […]
Ah the loafer, what should be one of the cornerstones of any man’s shoe collection. From the German word for Land Runner which is basically a word for a hobo, the loafer is in fact far more salubrious than it’s name suggests. They of course come in many guises, some more formal than others but […]
Whatever the remit we’re on an endless search for products that combine style and functionality. With that in mind, if you’re a modern man who run’s or train’s and like to look good doing it, read on. Last week the Dapper Chapper attended a Nike event to get a run down of the new Nike […]
With the completion of February comes the promise of spring and its warmer, fair conditions. Inspired by this promise, here are our favourite February sneaker releases, perfect for the coming months: NikeLab Roshe Daybreak x fragment – £110 Hiroshi Fujiwara’s Fragment Design is no stranger to Nike collaborations, with previous efforts including takes on the […]
Uninspired by the limited range of shoes on offer for men, former Central Saint Martin’s graduate and graphic designer Jamie Harris decided there was only one thing for it – to make his own Thus began an odyssey that lasted nearly four years that would eventually give rise to the brand, ‘Modern English’. A new […]
Unveiled in the decadent surroundings of Hotel Café Royal, we were treated to an almost festive experience. Inspired by Alpine Gentlemen’s Clubs, with their elegance, atmosphere and intimate mood. Snow-clad mountains and white forests created a peaceful landscape with great richness. The mulled wine and rich deserts added to the experience. The metal detailing and […]
