Remote Bespoke Shoes?! An Interview with Simon Wegmann of

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0:00 Getting to know Simon Wegmann
Simon Wegmann from Wegmann Bespoke.Simon has a very interesting approach with his company where he makes remote bespoke shoes in China, but you’re in Frankfurt, Germany.
0:30 How did you start remotely making bespoke shoes?
3:25 Unique details of a bespoke shoe
4:04 Tight heel
4:45 Narrow waist outsole
5:20 Toe taps
5:33 Have you ever done the toe taps on the heel?
7:24 Inverse v-shape lacing (another bespoke detail)
8:27 What issues that you have before trying bespoke?
9:32 Customization and collaboration (or Bespoke footwear benefits?)
10:31 The fit process
12:51 Managing expectations
13:12 Trial shoe
19:30 Norvegese Welt by Roberto Ugolini
20:01 Can you do something between a Cuban heel and a normal heel?
23:06 Trial Shoe
28:22 Is the shoe trees included by default?
32:58 Can customers supply their leather?
36:18 How long is the break in period?
37:43 Can you split the leather to your desired thickness, or do you basically get it like that from the tanner?
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[@waymanbespoke]

Thank you for having me Raphael! It was absolutely amazing meeting chatting with you in Florence. Happy to answer any further questions in the comments!

[@gentlemansgazette]

Likewise Simon!

[@DenisZaharenko]

Insane lapels on that gentleman. Instant respect haha

[@thechairman74]

Those lapels are ready for takeoff.

[@satiability8295]

I’ve been anticipating this ever since you commented on Vladimir Riché’s video!

[@gentlemansgazette]

Wow, that has been a while! You definitely pay attention to the details!

[@DC9848]

Fantastic concept and great interview

[@svt4001]

Great video, very informative. I am not in a position to purchase bespoke shoes, but if I were, I would love a pair of Wayman's!

[@craft-o-matic399]

Great video gentlemen! I have to say, I do love Simon's jacket. it looks fantastic on him the way he has styled his outfit! Love your yellow corduroy trousers Raphael! Lisa

[@MandarinDemocracy]

Really enjoyable Interview, that makes getting bespoke shoes an intriguing proposition!

[@mr_semmel8359]

Keep up the great work! Greetings from Germany

[@creestee08]

Guys, can you recommend leather brand shoes for wide feet? I dont like my feet to be squished and the shoes pointed.

[@azzureone78]

Those lapels, OMG! ❤❤❤

[@madison2558]

Could you do a video about shank buttons with a chin attached to them. I see them on coats but I don’t know the purpose of them and if they have an actual name besides them being described as two buttons attached on each end of a piece of chain. It would be really helpful if you did a video on that.

[@moleahy6880]

I think trying to do remote bespoke for shoes is hit or miss at best. Even at a lot of well established bespoke shoe makers who take the measurements in house, the fit of the finished products are often disappointing. And on a first or even second pair of shoes, this happens surprisingly often. Shoes are very hard to fit because the foot expands and retracts all day long. Once the shoe is finished there really is no way to make additional adjustments. And certain types of shoes such as loafers are particularly difficult to get right. I think if someone wants bespoke shoes, trying to do this remotely in order to save money is NOT the way to go, especially for a first pair. You need to go to an established house and have someone who has a lot of experience in measuring, size you. Watching how you walk is also part of the measuring process. There is both an art and a science to achieving a great fit with custom shoes.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Unfortunately, not everyone has access to bespoke shoes locally, and fortunately, today everyone has a phone where they can snap videos. I certainly sent Simon videos of me walking and wearing the trial shoes. Of course, unless the trial shoes is made from the same leather, it will feel very different when you wear it. That was the case for waymanbespoke too. Even if you go to a local shoemaker, the first shoe is likely not going to be perfect, and every once in a while a shoemaker has to remake a pair. It is possible to add a bit of material underneath a sock liner for sure... I made a loafer as a first with waymanbespoke and overall they are good. I can wear them all day comfortably. Would I make some changes with a subsequent pair? Absolutely. Now I am currently also making a video with my local bespoke shoe maker and I think we will do a video comparing both loafers, and experiences... So stay tuned.

[@jondiblasi700]

Are they made in the same factory as the Yeossal shoes?

[@italogiardina8183]

It's no surprise with a new era of machine learning and the convergence through augmented reality technology will transform the sector of apparel to enhance consumer tastes and with the benefit of greatly reducing customer returns which can eat into profits.

[@moorshound3243]

Augmented realities? What on earth are you on about.

[@italogiardina8183]

@@moorshound3243 The headset’s currently used for gaming are being introduced into retail

[@mikehoare6093]

the dinner was splendid, was it ?!

[@ZoomZoom-ng6sn]

I prefer straight heels, no tapering. Because my legs below the knees are a little bowed I need more stability.

[@Sourpusscandy]

If I’m going bespoke, I want a matching wallet, belt, and watch band.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Understandable. The problem is shoemakers are not belt makers or wallet makers or watch band makers. If you want top quality you have to make each item with a specialist…

[@teekue]

​@@gentlemansgazettebelt is no problem for shoemakers, didn't Tamara even make one for you, Raphael?

[@moorshound3243]

I have the same issues as this man I may have to hit him up for a pair?

[@alexsalazar5097]

I want a video on what kind of casual shoes for grown men to wear that are not sneakers. If a grown man, whether he is 25 or 32, wants to dress more proper and more sophisticated, what kinds of casual, non-dress shoes does he wear that are not sneakers? I need a guide to shoes for non-dress purposes for men who want to dress like a proper grown man.

[@gentlemansgazette]

Here's a great starting point: www.gentlemansgazette.com/business-casual-shoes/?

[@rudiausbuddeln]

you can see raphaels belly all the time lol

[@gentlemansgazette]

Even menswear experts sometimes miss a shirt button! :) Thanks for watching. - Preston

[@rudiausbuddeln]

thanks for the comment preston@@gentlemansgazette

[@tumelo3972]

Honest mistake 😅😅

[@ZoomZoom-ng6sn]

The jacket lapels so wide. Don't wear a necktie with those things, not gonna work out.

[@artadrians]

Unsubscribed your Chanel has lost its way...bye bye

[@moorshound3243]

Please explain?