Understand Norman Vilalta's Goodyear-welted and hand-welted Dress Shoes

The Decon Chelsea Boot

Plan your visit to Norman Vilalta

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Are Goodyear welted shoes worth it?

When asking yourself “Are Goodyear-welted shoes worth it?”, there are several reasons why you should consider investing in a pair of your own: Goodyear-welted shoes are considered worth their price...

The Decon Chelsea Boot

What is the purpose of a welt in shoes?

A question that we often receive from customers who are new to high-quality shoes is, "What is the purpose of a welt in shoes?" The purpose of a welt in shoes, particularly Goodyear-welted shoes, ...

What Makes a Quality Dress Shoe?

One important question to ask if you are new to dress shoes is "What makes a quality dress shoe?" There are several key factors that contribute to the quality of a dress shoe, including: 1. Materia...

How long do Goodyear-welted shoes last?

One of the very important benefits of Goodyear-welted shoes is that they can last many years, even decades, with proper care. This construction method allows you to enjoy your pair of shoes for muc...

The Benefits of Hand-finished Shoes

One of the distinct features of our Ready Made Condal Collection is that each Goodyear-welted pair of men's shoes is hand-finished by our team of artisans before delivery. Hand-finished shoes are s...

How long does it take to break in Goodyear-welted shoes?

Breaking in Goodyear-welted shoes can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on the individual's foot and the shoe's design. Goodyear-welted shoes take time to break in because ...