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History of Ireland! Go!

We’ll start at the very beginning of human existence in the country, back in the good ol’ year of 9700 BC. The first-ever sign of life in what is called Prehistoric Ireland is speculated to be in that year, which is now 12,500 years ago. Humans began exploring the island of Ireland after the ice of the Younger Dryas cold phase melted away and they could start exporing their newfound lands. After humans begin living and thriving in Prehistoric Ireland, the Bronze Age begins, resulting in the rise of what is now called Protohistoric Gaelic Ireland. This era ends in 2nd Milliennium BC with the next rise of Celtic la Tène culture with Central Europe’s help. Around the late 4th century in AD, Chirstianity made its way through Ireland rapidly and rather quickly, replacing the formerly known religion called Celtic polytheism. By the end of the 6th century, Christianity had introduced writing to the people of Ireland as well as one of the first ever Celtic Christian churchs in the land. This change completely changed the Irish society back then! However, raids and pillages from the Vikings of Scandinavia resulted in the mixture of cultures, known as cultural interchange. Another things that came along with the Vikings was improvments in military and transport; both things needed for a country during this time. Multiple towns were founded during this time as ways for Vikings to trade, resulting in the first ever appearance of coinage, or currency, in Ireland. The Vikings proceeded to stick towards the coasts of Ireland instead of being inland. After the Battle of Clontarf in 1014, however, the Vikings were no longer a threat to the Gaelic culture of the Irish homelands. This was a temporary change, though, for the Norman invasion would come only over a mere century later. The Norman Inavasion of 1169 resulted in conquest in Ireland, as well as marked the beginning over 800 years of English governments and military involvement. The Gaelic resurgence, however, managed to reestablish the culture over a majority, missing over the now capital of Ireland, named Dublin, and another town known as The Pale. After the English were reduced to such small pockets of control in the Irish lands, they decided to not try and conquer the land again until after the 1488 Wars of the Roses. Shortly after, there was a massive release of overseas expansion and manpower, beginning in the good old 16th century. Though, the natural actions of Ireland’s politics into small territories, the expansion of the English Crown was very slow and veyr expensive for the English. The attempts of forcing Norman-Irish and Gaelics of the land into the newly founded faith of Protestantism wa very unsuccessful on England’s end. They really aren’t doing too hot with this whole conquering Ireland thing, are they? A policy that was finalised formed a rebellion in 1534 named Hiberno-Norman Earl of Kildare Silken Thomas. I know, long name. Longer than the geographic shape of the state of Florida, here. This rebellion’s purpose was to defend Catholicism and traditiona autonomy. This resulted in the beginning of the Tudor conquest in Ireland, lasting from the years of 1534 to 1603. Henry the VIII proclaimed himself to be the King of Ireland in 1541 to start a project in the Irish lands. This resulted in Ireland potentially becoming a warground for the war between the Catholic Counter-Reformation and Protsentant Reformation Europe. After this research, I can safely declare that being England’s battleground in the Imperial days wasn’t a good thing whatsoever due to the many, many wars England caught themselves in. England was now attempting to disperse (disband?) the lordships of the name Hiberno-Norman lordships, as well as the Gaelic territories of the Kingdom of Ireland, resulted in constant warfare and fighting, which is never a good thing; never has been. Some examples of this are the 1st and 2nd Desmond Rebellions, and the Nine Years’ War. These were marks by what is called Crown policies, which were, to put it simply, “surrender and regrant” and then “platnation”. These resulted in the sudden surge of both Scottish and English Protestant settlers in the Kingdom of Ireland. However, the Hiberno-Norman lordships and native Catholics were then displaced out of their homelands by these settlers. In 1601, the original and cultural Gaelic Ireland fell to the Battle of Kinsale. This resulted in the end of the Gaelic system altogether, and the beginning of the new system of the British Empire. The new system, however, divided Protestent landholding, a minority, and a dispossessed Catholic majority. Multiple conflicts arose between the two groups over this. This was a constant occurence in this timeframe of Ireland’s history. “Protestant Ascendancy” as it was called, was dominating. It was continuously reinforced through the Irish Confederate Wars in 1641, to the Williamite War in 1689. After these wars, all poltical power was in the hands of the minority of Protestants, leaving the majority of Catholics - and members leaving Protestantism - voiceless in the government. They also faced exclusion with what was called the Penal Laws. Suddenly, on the 1st of January in 1801, the Irish government was officially abolished, and the country of Ireland was now a part of the United Kingdom, which was formed through the Acts of Union in 1800. Thankfully, Catholics were granted rights in the Catholic Emancipation of 1829, all thanks to a man named Daniel O’Connell. Over 20 years later, however, what is now known as the Great Famine, struck. 1845 was the year the Famine began. The Famine resulted in millions of deaths due to disease and starvation across the country, as well as millions of refugees fleeing to other countries, prominently the USA. Ireland’s constant attempts to leave the United Kingdom were consistant, especially with a certain political party called the Parnell's Irish Parliamentary Party. Their goal was to get a rule called the Home Rule through the parliament. They eventually won it over in 1914, but due to the start of the First World War, the act was shortly suspended. In 1916, an uprising that was called the Easter Rising turned public opinion against Britain’s rule over them, especially after British authorities executed the Irish leaders of the time. It shortly fell after the home rule movement. In 1922, the Irish War For Independence began against the British. In the end, Ireland - most of it at least - was freed from British rule. However, territory in the north, which is now Northern Ireland, is still under British rule, and a part of the United Kingdom. The treaty ending the war was not very well received by the public. It resulted in what was the Irish Civil War, and the Irish Free State, also known as “pro-treaty”. The Irish Free State troops proved to be victorious. The history of Northern Irelans, however, has been toppled over by the division of the socities, multiple conflicts between Irish Nationalists and Protestant Unionists, and faultlines. These issues became The Troubles in the 1960s, after civil rights were opposed by the authorities. The violence became worse after Britain handed over some troops for aid for the authorities against clashes. After 28 years of violence, an agreement by the name of the Good Friday Agreement was reached in 1998, which was rather successful and relatively received well. Sources: Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Ireland

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The curious case of Irish Whisky!!!

It goes back to its origin of the name itself. The word that gives our ears the best music when we need the most, the word that is best known as 'Whisky'. Do you know, the word Whisky is deprived of Irish itself ( Gaelic, the language Irish people speak), uisce beatha meaning water of life. The History of Irish Whisky dotted back from the 12th century. It is one of the earliest distilled drinks in Europe. There was a saying that it was few of the Irish monk who brought the technique of distilling perfumes back to Ireland from their travels to the Mediterranean countries around 1000 A.D. And later the same technique was used in distilling Whisky.

Irish Whisky was probably that it got first it right, but there is no doubt now that Scotch Whisky is way more famous and popular among the admirers of Whisky. Irish whiskey may have seen it's worst day, but few are predicting that it will be the next best thing in the world of whiskey, as many of big names are about to open and made it available it's old barreled whiskies. As they are saying the good times are back. It has seen a great resurgence in popularity since the late twentieth century and has been the fastest growing spirit in the world every year since 1990.

But what is really Irish whiskey all about??

Well for the first, yes it is legally produced in Ireland only. And also distilled to no higher than 94.8% ABV and wood-aged for a minimum of three years. Clearly, there’s more than a little wiggle room here, which distilleries are using to their advantage to create interesting, globally competitive whiskeys.

Irish whiskey is typically blended, but that doesn’t mean distilleries aren’t experimenting with single malt. Irish whiskey is also generally unpeated, but again, exceptions are possible. Many Irish whiskeys are triple-distilled—theoretically, one reason Irish whiskey is smoother and lighter than Scotch—again that rule isn’t hard and fast. As for how it’d distilled, Irish whiskey used to be made exclusively in pot stills, but today they can be either pot-distilled or a mixture of the column- and pot-distilled spirits.

Unlike Scotch, Irish whiskeys are allowed to add enzymes to assist in preparing starches for fermentation. But when it comes to aging, as with scotch, Irish whiskeys can mature in a variety of vessels—Madeira casks, Sherry casks, Bourbon barrels, rum barrels, etc.—and finished barley whiskeys can also be blended with grain whiskeys to make the final product. Given that the ability to mix and match and experiment (with peat, grain, finishing casks, etc.), Irish whiskey is defying most old-school stereotypes. Not that Irish whiskeys aren’t often still often smooth or light, they’re just also, increasingly, a lot more, showcasing anything from heather, herbs, and grass to light fruit, honey, almond, toffee, butterscotch, clove, apples, and golden raisins.

So what are the types of Irish Whiskey are there really?

It comes in various forms which again depends on the grains that are being used along with the type of distillation process. Traditionally, Irish whiskey was produced in pot stills. Irish whiskeys made in a pot still fall into two categories

1. Single Malt Irish Whiskey

Whiskeys made entirely from malted barley distilled in a pot still within a single distillery are referred to as single malt whiskeys, a style also very commonly associated with Scotch whiskey. These may be double or triple distilled.

2. Single pot still whiskey

Single pot still whiskey is made from a mixture of malted and unmalted barley completely distilled in a pot still within a single distillery. This differs from single malt whiskey through the inclusion of raw, unmalted grain in the mash. This style has also historically been referred to as "pure pot still" whiskey and "Irish pot still whiskey", with older bottling and memorabilia often bearing these names. Single pot whiskeys were the most common style of Irish whiskey until the emergence of blends in the 20th century.

3. Grain whiskey

Whiskey produced from continuous distillation in a column or Coffey still, rather than a pot still, is referred to as grain whiskey. This may be produced from a variety of grains. Lighter and more neutral in taste, this spirit is rarely found on its own, though some examples exist. The vast majority of grain whiskey is used to make blended whiskey, a product made by mixing column still product with richer and more intense pot still product.

4. Blended whiskey

A mixture of the above styles. Regardless of whether the blended whiskey is made from combining grain whiskey with either single malt whiskey or with the single pot still whiskey or both, it is labeled with the same terminology. Blended whiskeys are now the most common style of both Irish and Scotch whiskeys

The late 1980s marked the beginning of Irish Whiskey’s comeback. In 1988, Irish Distillers (IDL) became a member of Group Pernod Ricard, which provided massive distribution opportunities for Jameson, and the other IDL Irish whiskey brands, through its well established global sales network. In 1987, Cooley Distillery was established and was the first independent distillery to begin distilling Irish Whiskey in over 100 years

Moderate at the beginning, the recovery has grown at pace in the past fifteen years. As the potential of Irish Whiskey became apparent Diageo, William Grant & Sons and Jim Beam all entered the category by purchasing Bushmills, Tullamore DEW, and Cooley respectively.

In 2013, there were four distilleries in Ireland in operation producing and selling Irish Whiskey:

Cooley Distillery (est 1987)

Kilbeggan Distillery (est 1757, re-commissioned 2007)

New Midleton Distillery (est 1975)

Old Bushmills Distillery (est 1784)

By August 2017, the number of operational whiskey distilleries in Ireland had increased to 18, demonstrating the scale of Ireland's Whiskey Renaissance. New distilleries have opened in each of the four provinces, from Dublin's Liberties to rural communities right across Ireland. There are also plans for a further 16 distilleries.

Some of the famous Irish Whiskies that definitely have a shot in your list of tasting.

1, Bushmill

Bushmills uses two kinds of malt, one unpeated and one slightly peated. The distillery uses triple distillation, something they've done since the 1930s. The core range of single malts consists of a 10-year-old, a 16-year-old with a finish in port pipes for 6-9 months and a 21-year-old finished in Madeira casks for two years. There is also a 12-year-old Distillery Reserve which is sold exclusively at the distillery. Black Bush and Bushmills Original are the two main blended whiskeys in the range. To celebrate the 400th anniversary, a Bushmills 1608 Anniversary Edition was launched. The malt whiskey part was distilled using a proportion of crystal malt This special ingredient gives the blend distinct toffee/chocolatey notes. The grain whiskey used for Bushmills blended whiskeys is, in fact, bought from Midleton distillery in Cork which is owned by arch-rival Pernod Ricard.

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Image courtesy: Masters of Malts[/caption]2. Kilbeggan 8yo Grain

Kilbeggan 8 Year Old is a stunning single grain Irish whiskey (you may have previously known it as Greenore 8 Year Old). A hugely enjoyable expression, with plenty of honey, vanilla, tropical fruit, almond and spiced oak notes - certainly deserving of your shelf-space.

3. Teeling Single Grain

Irish single grain whiskey from Teeling! There are only an elite few Irish single grain whiskies out there at the moment, but Teeling went ahead and made theirs unique by maturing it in Californian Cabernet Sauvignon casks. Deliciously sweet with a good deal of spice and fruit hide within the Teeling Single Grain.

4. Redbreast 12yo B1/16

Redbreast 12-Year-Old Cask Strength Edition isn't simply the excellent Redbreast 12-Year-Old bottled at a higher abv, the whiskeys used for each batch are specially selected for these superb natural cask strength releases. A must try.

5. Midleton Barry Crockett Legacy

Released in 2011, Midleton's Barry Crockett edition was named after the distillery's master distiller, and it is aged in both bourbon and new American oak barrels! Very interesting indeed and a limited release of around 2,500 bottles per year.

6. Jameson Irish Whiskey

Produced at the Midleton Distillery, Jameson is Ireland's quintessential Irish blend, a classic. Jim Murray even awarded it an incredible 95 points!

7. Jameson Crested Ten

Crested Ten was first released by Jameson in 1963, when the whiskey bonding trade was dying out. With a high proportion of pot still and Sherry-matured whiskeys, this is a top Irish blend, a real gem.

8. Jameson Black Barrel

AKA Small Batch - a super release from Jameson, with a high proportion of Irish pot still whiskey as well as small batch grain. The result is an increased body and level of richness when compared to the core expression. It's aged in double charred first fill bourbon casks (black barrels). Well worth a look.

9. Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve

Originally launched for the travel retail market, this 12 year old Irish blend is full of sweetness and sublimely smooth.Tullamore D.E.W. 12 Year Old Special Reserve.

10. Writers Tears Copper Pot Irish Whiskey

Writers Tears is a light, sweet Irish whiskey made using a mix of single pot still and single malt whiskeys, resulting in oodles of honey'd, fruity notes. Wonderfully easy to drink, it would make for a great introduction to Irish whiskey for folks new to the spirit. No writers were harmed in the making of this whisky.

11.Feckin Irish Whiskey

FECKiN Irish Whiskey is a smooth, honeyed Irish whiskey with loads of balance and finesse. It's a heartily recommend this feckin whiskey to you.

Also recommended: Whisky’O’ Canada !!!

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The Definitive Wingtip Shoes Guide For Men

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The Definitive Wingtip Shoes Guide For Men

Here in the UK, we wear trousers, not pants. They’re cuffed to show off our trainers, not our sneakers. And when those shoes are no longer clean, we toss them in the bin, rather than the trash. But we’ll gladly welcome one US import, even though it refers to an item so British you could serve it with bacon and beans.

Across the Atlantic, our ‘full brogue’ becomes the ‘wingtip’. Both denote a shoe that, as our prosaic term doesn’t suggest, features a leather ‘W’ at the toe that echoes a bird seen mid-beat. A pair of wings, at the tips of your shoes. Wingtips. Thank you, land of Hemingway.

We prefer ‘wingtip’ not just for its poetry. The term also offers some much-needed specificity. Men’s footwear styles are awash in interlocking and often contradictory definitions. Broguing, for example, properly refers only to the holes punched in the toes, though it is often used to mean any shoe with detailing. Equally, it’s possible to find wingtips without broguing – a smooth toe cap, but still with that swoop of leather toward the heel. They are known, confusingly, as austerity brogues.

Actually wearing them is, thankfully, rather simpler. “Although they are a traditional style, wingtips must be the most versatile shoe ever,” says Andrew Loake, head of the eponymous Northampton shoemaker.

The devil is in the detailing. Their extra texture makes wingtips a mite more casual than plain lace-ups, so they’re happy sat beneath your dark denim as well as your suit. “We don’t find there’s a specific man that wears wingtips,” adds Loake. “In decades gone by they looked good with Oxford bags and now they’re equally good with skinny jeans.”

The History Of Wingtip Shoes

The wingtip was born from the brogue, which wasn’t always a shoe that one could wear to nice restaurants. “They were originally made from plaited hair and perforated, to allow water to pass in and out,” says Neil Kirkby, from Joseph Cheaney. That feature made life more pleasant for Irish farmers, who spent much of their day tramping through bogs and didn’t fancy taking the water with them. The name comes from the Gaelic word bróg, which means ‘shoe’, although ‘brogue’ didn’t enter the lexicon until the 1900s, to denote footwear you’d wear for a muddy ramble.

At first, no decent sort would attempt brogues anywhere else. But, just as brown crept into town and hats slipped off heads, society gradually accepted that having some holes in your shoes wasn’t such a crime, so long as they were deliberate. The Duke of Windsor, who in the 1920s did more than anyone else to drag men into soft tailoring and clothes with personality, even wore his on the golf course, which helped speed up their acceptance.

As they became more fashionable, shoemakers started to experiment. “The wingtip is just a toe cap in a curvy shape,” says Tim Little, owner of Grenson. “The origins of the toecap aren’t certain but the assumption is that it was originally reinforcement for the toe, to protect it from excessive wear and tear. At some point, someone made the straight toe cap into a more elegant shape, and it stuck.”

That movement from function to form, coupled with menswear’s general shift more casual, moved the wingtips from weekend to weekday too. “These days they’re obviously quite formal, although they were regarded as more casual than a straight toe cap,” says Little. “A bank manager, for example, wouldn’t wear them before the 1950s.” Nowadays, your bank manager’s probably swapped the suit for selvedge jeans and an unstructured blazer. But he’ll still be wearing wingtips.

The Different Types Of Wingtip Shoe

Modern wingtips are a world removed from bog waders. They’re now a wardrobe essential and, as befits any menswear staple, have been twisted into new and occasionally unrecognisable shapes.

Classic Wingtips

As with any leather shoes, black is smartest, then browns from light to dark, with colours the most casual. The same goes for detailing; less is more versatile whereas intricate broguing, or novel leathers, tend not to work for smart get-ups.

Longwings

The wingtip has a cousin, whose uniqueness is only noticeable from behind. “On a classic wingtip, the wing comes along the side of the shoe and dips down into the sole about half way along the shoes,” says Little. “On a longwing, the wing comes along the side of the shoe, all the way to the back.”

Austerity Brogues

As mentioned, these are wingtips with no broguing. Since they’re plain, they dress up a touch further, although they’ll still look just as good with jeans.

Wingtip Boots

Exactly the same as normal wingtips, but they continue above the ankle. As with any brogue boots, they’re more casual so work best with casual trousers or split suits.

Spectator Shoes

These are wingtips in contrasting colours – one shade of leather for the toe cap, another for the rest of the brogue. “Two-tone versions are taken from colonial references,” says Kirkby. They were big in the 1920s, although even then they were considered flamboyant. These days they tend to drag the eye from everything else you’re wearing, so should be worn with care.

Wingtips With A Twist

The last couple of seasons have seen a resurgence in classic styles, as brands from Gucci to Prada react to the ubiquity of trainers. Their spins on wingtips have seen classic uppers bolted to unexpected soles, from thick rubber to Nike Max-style air. “It’s a nice twist to the formality of them that makes them more fun,” says Little. “A chunky commando sole, for example, can look amazing as it’s unexpected.”

Buying Guide

A pair of wingtips will work with almost anything, if you buy right. And don’t be shy about opening your wallet; it’s an area of your wardrobe where every pound pays back dividends. If you spend a bit extra you’ll be more comfortable, more stylish and your shoes could last more than a decade. These are the key things to look out for.

The Soles

“They should have a Goodyear welting construction,” says Loake. “A traditional style should be made the traditional way.” It also makes your shoes hardier and means you can swap the soles out easily when they get worn, rather than tossing the entire shoe after a year.

The Upper

If they’re not leather, move on. There’s a reason it’s been the material of choice for centuries – it’s hard-wearing but breathable and ages beautifully over time. If you’re after something more casual, try suede, says Kirkby. Just check the forecast first.

The Wingtip

The curved leather is tougher to stitch that a straight toe, so inspect how neat the work is as a barometer of quality. “The balance of the style is critical,” says Kirkby. “Look for the correct spacing from the toe section to the lace section.” Beware styles that look cramped or overly airy.

How To Look After Wingtips

Like any leather shoes, wingtips pay back what you put in. Treat them well and you could even hand them down to your kids.

Prep The Soles

Leather soles are smarter but take a bit more looking after. “Try to wear them in dry conditions on the first few occasions,” says Loake. “The fine grit picked up by dry leather soles assists water resistance.”

Dry Them Out

You may love your new wingtips, but don’t wear them back-to-back. “Fine leather shoes can require a full day to dry out from natural perspiration,” says Loake. “Try to give them at least 24 hours between wears.” If they don’t dry, the leather can warp, which will cause damage that can’t be reversed. The same’s true if you get caught in a storm. Just keep them away from radiators – rapid drying is the quickest way to wreck your shoes. “Newspapers can used within the shoe to draw out moisture.”

Use A Shoe Horn

Once the backs of your shoes break, they’ll never look as good. So protect them. “Always use a shoe horn when putting them on or taking them off,” says Loake. “This will keep the backs strong and sturdy.”

Clean And Polish

“Wingtips will benefit from a regular application of quality wax polish,” says Loake. “This helps to moisturise the leather, keeping it supple and helping to prevent cracking.” Wipe them clean before smearing on polish and use a toothpick to pick the excess out of the broguing, to stop gunk building up.

The Best Brands For Wingtip Shoes

Grenson

When it concerns quality, Northamptonshire shoe brands are considered some of the best in the world. Grenson has no doubt had a hand in this. Founded by William Green in 1866, Grenson – an abbreviation of William Green and Sons – became known as such in 1913, and has peddled sterling wingtip shoes ever since.

Buy Now: £229.00

Ted Baker

You wouldn’t necessarily consider Ted Baker as a go-to for wingtip kicks. But you should. Like all of its other wares, the British label does a grand job, with a range of shoes available in classic tones alongside left-field options in blue leather and suede.

Buy Now: £150.00

Russell & Bromley

Simon and Garfunkel, Salt-N-Pepa, actual salt and pepper – all duos that pale in comparison to Russell & Bromley. Still run as a family venture, the British footwear label began in 1873 as the marriage between two shoemaking clans, and the wingtip shoe collection is testament to the brand’s expertise.

Buy Now: £195.00

Thom Browne

Thom Browne: dizzyingly expensive, and dazzlingly, well, dazzling. The New York City-based designer debuted his first collection in 2003, and from there, branched out into menswear and footwear too. Sure, you’ll be paying through the nose for a pair of his wingtip shoes, but Thom Browne is the ultimate in luxury stateside clobber.

Buy Now: £590.00

Church’s

It may be part-owned by Prada these days, but Church’s is a British brand through and through. In 1873, the eponymous Thomas Church and his three sons founded the label in Northamptonshire (that place again), and helped establish the local technical college. Today, you can expect a range of wingtip shoes in classic leathers that’ll serve every smarter look imaginable.

Buy Now: £465.00

Barker

As another jewel in the Northamptonshire crown, Barker has been trading for over 135 years and is responsible for producing 200,000 pairs of kicks on an annual basis. You only need one, though, so settle for a pair of brown or black wingtip shoes to anchor your 9 to 5 suit.

Buy Now: £190.00

Loake

With over 130 years of experience in the shoemaking business, Loake has crafted wingtip shoes in the same family-run factory since 1894. That’s a lot of footwear. That expertise means you can expect nothing less than classic British craftsmanship from one of the country’s most storied labels.

Buy Now: £195.00

Cheaney

Throughout the first world war, Cheaney produced around 2,500 pairs of boots for our boys every single week. No mean feat. These days, it’s more focused on the everyman than the infantryman, but the same level of military precision is evident in the brand’s line of wingtip shoes, brogues, boots and loafers.

Buy Now: £280.00

Oliver Sweeney

For over 20 years, Oliver Sweeney wingtip shoes have been crafted in the same family-run factory in Marche, a region on the Adriatic Coast of Italy. From there, a multitude of traditional kicks in a range of suedes and leathers are shipped to British shores to complement Oliver Sweeney’s mainline of clothing and accessories. Italians do it better after all.

Buy Now: £249.00

Base London

There are dozens of wingtip options at this youthful British shoe shop. Combining fast fashion and high-street prices, you can choose between a dizzying number of colours, leather finishes and sole options. Whether you want to look traditional at the office or fashion-forward at leaving time, you’ll find something here and probably have change from £100.

Buy Now: £74.99

Dune London

Dune exploded from a small concession on London’s Oxford Street in 1992 to a global brand with hundreds of stores and a presence in 10 countries. Its reputation for affordable pricing and huge choice is borne out in a quality selection of wingtips that include classic work shoes, boots and less sober options with fashion-forward touches like contrast laces.

Buy Now: £100.00

Clarks Originals

Sort of the cobbler version of your most trusted uncle, the guy you can go to with any problem and come away with a sensible solution, Clarks has been putting men on a sound footing for generations. Look here for classic, chunky stompers and more modern touches such as contrast-colour or cushioned soles.

Buy Now: £99.00

Crockett & Jones

From its founding in 1879, this family-run Northampton firm has been making quality footwear good enough for the feet of Antarctic explorers and James Bond (in Spectre) alike. Expect the finest quality leathers and Goodyear welting that’s second to none. Choose between a textured scotch grain finish or smooth calf leather.

Buy Now: £415.00

ASOS

The internet’s one-stop shop for all things menswear does – surprise, surprise – a good line in affordable wingtips. From own-brand brogues that cost less than a night out, through steady mid-level shoes from the likes of Kurt Geiger through to Goodyear-welted stompers from firm favourites such as Grenson, there’s a shoe here for every foot.

Buy Now: £55.00

Tricker’s

Makers of some of England’s best boots and shoes since 1829, Tricker’s calling cards are exceptional quality leather and a hand-made process than ensures your wingtips last longer than anything else in your wardrobe.

Buy Now: £375.00

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