31/07/2026
Five weeks out from the T. Shirakashi x Josef Selway Bootmaker Australian trunk shows, we wanted to introduce ourselves and share what each of us brings to the work. Swipe through to see some of the ideas that shape our approach to bespoke shoemaking.
For my part, I work within a traditional bespoke process while integrating digital tools where they genuinely improve the work. 3D scanning, modelling, and digital last development help me better understand the foot before the work returns to the bench.
Rooted in the traditions of British shoemaking, Shirakashi-san has specialised in handcrafted boots since the beginning of his career. The country boot pictured here has become one of the defining house styles of his workshop.
During my training under Shirakashi-san, one principle was repeated again and again: balance and form.
In my view, that is what sets his work apart. Every decision is considered in relation to the whole, from the proportions of the last to the pattern, stitching, and finishing. It is this pursuit of balance that gives his shoes and boots a quiet cohesion. Every detail has its place.
We look forward to welcoming clients in Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne this September.
