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The festive season brings with it a calendar full of moments worth dressing for - from slow Christmas mornings to winter walks and end-of-year celebrations that call for something a little more refined.  While outfits may evolve throughout the holidays, the right footwear remains constant, grounding every look in comfort, quality, and craftsmanship.

In this edition of The Abbot’s Edit, our festive footwear planner takes you from the lead-up to the big day right through to the New Year, highlighting enduring styles designed to see you through the season in effortless style.

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In this edition of The Abbot’s Edit, we’ll explore what makes shoe leathers so special: the different types of leathers, the grains and varieties, and the famous tanneries that supply the world’s finest footwear.

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Welcome back to The Abbot’s Edit, in this edition we turn our attention to what lies beneath. From traditional leather to modern sustainable rubber compounds, the sole defines comfort, durability, and style. Choosing the correct type for the intended purpose is key to making an investment-worthy purchase, read on as we tread carefully through the pros and cons of each.

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We delve into the boot that has travelled from the Royal court to the recording studio, exploring the history, anatomy, and styling of an undisputed classic - the Chelsea boot.

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Shell Cordovan, often simply called Cordovan, is a rare and sough after leather used in high-end footwear and leather accessories.

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Whether you’re at the altar yourself or celebrating with a loved one this Summer, your wedding shoes can bring your entire suit together, as well as make the occasion a whole lot more comfortable. This month we’re sharing our top tips for choosing the perfect wedding shoes and exploring the perfect colour combinations for the big day.

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For this instalment of The Abbot’s Edit, we’re exploring an integral yet often under-appreciated part of keeping a pair of maintaining the look & feel of a great pair of shoes for many years: the Shoe Tree.

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For our first edit we're taking a look at a seasonal silhouette with an international story. The loafer is a timeless symbol of ease, elegance, and enduring style—but its story begins in some unexpected places, and in fact its origins are disputed. 

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We've recently introduced a new portal to improve your returns experience, wherever you are in the world.

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Part one of our series on buying the right shoe size for you - all about the things you need to know before you buy.
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In part two of our series to help you find the right size shoe with Abbot's, we're taking a closer look at shoe widths, what they mean and how they'll affect your fit.
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In the final part of our series on finding the perfect fit, we’re looking at trying on your shoes and how they should feel on your feet.
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