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Fin’s ss12 lands at Office Kings Road

Friday, January 27th, 2012

If you happen to be wandering down the Kings Road this weekend we suggest you take a look at the window of Office where our SS12 collection is currently on show. We think the George in Cobalt Blue looks great!

Featuring the Samuel and George suede loafer

After admiring the window display we caught up with the Kings Road menswear manager, Chris Williams who answered a few of our questions.

What do you like most about the Fin’s range?

I love how comfortable your loafers are. The George is a particular favourite of mine. I also think the price point is competitive and gives our customers real value for money. The Fin’s range really raises the standard of our men’s shoes offering in store.

What does the Office customer look for in their shoes?

Our customers look for a good mix of styles when they visit us. The bestselling styles with our customers over the past few seasons have been boat shoes and loafers. The Moccasin and Desert Boot styles have also been very popular over the winter.

What’s your favourite style from the Fin’s SS12 collection?

I’d have to say the George Suede loafer. It’s one of the most comfortable shoes I own! However, the new Samuel loafer is fast becoming a favourite and I’m looking forward to trying it out over the next few months.

What have your customers got to look forward to from Office Kings Road in SS12?

Colour! After a dark and muted winter, everything is lifting for Spring/Summer. I think men are becoming more and more open-minded in their colour choices and our summer offering really reflects this.

Finally, what do you think will be the bestseller from the Fin’s range in your store?

My prediction would be the George Suede Loafer in Zanzibar Grey. It’s a super comfy style and I think this colour will be particularly popular with our customers.

The Office Kings Road window display

SS12 Collection – Sneak Preview

Friday, January 20th, 2012

Excitement has been building this week at Fin’s HQ as we put the final preparations in place for the launch of our eagerly anticipated SS12 collection.

With this in mind, we thought it was only fair that we gave our loyal Finsketeers a chance to have a peek at the new collection here on the blog before launch next week.

So, without further ado, allow us to introduce the new Samuel Deck Loafer.

The Samuel Deck Loafer

This special edition loafer will be available in 4 must-have shades.

A soft cherry Red

A wear-with-all Mouse

Classic Navy

A muted Teal

The Samuel deck loafer will be available online when the collection launches on Tuesday, but to secure yourself a pair why not place your name on our waiting list. Simply email info@finsforhim.com with your preferred colour and size and we will contact you the very second your chosen pair becomes available.

Things we’ve seen and liked this week

Friday, January 13th, 2012

BLOG Suri Cruise Burn Book

As many of you will know by now, Fin’s HQ is OBSESSED with Beyonce. So naturally we were beyond excited to hear that she had (finally!) given birth to a little girl, Blue Ivy, over the weekend. But forget our reactions; click through to read Suri Cruise’s hilarious (fictional) opinions on the newest addition to the celebrity children circuit.

Perfect Friday reading

FIN’SSackville Slipper

Our favourite Fin’s buy this week has got to be the Sackville Slipper. Wearing a pair of these super cosy slips has got to be the best excuse for staying in this Saturday night. And at just £37.50 in the sale, there’s no excuse for shabby slippers this season!

The Sackville Slipper, £37.50 in the sale

TWEETJack Whitehall

“Anthony Worrall Thompson caught shoplifting. police asked him to empty his bag and then tell them what he planned to make with it.”

Tweet of the Week

STYLEMr Porter Sale

If you still have a few pennies to spare after making the most of the bargains in our sale, we suggest you head over to Mr Porter and check out the accessories in their sale. There’s nothing like a new accessory to transform a tired outfit and Mr Porter have some great ties and pocket squares on offer. We particularly like this chic cashmere tie from Drakes.

Drakes Cashmere Tie, £57.50 from Mr Porter

BOYSDaniel Craig.

Currently starring in chilling thriller, The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Craig is everywhere at the moment. We loved his frank interview with GQ. Daniel, if you’re reading this, we think you would look great in a pair of Jacob Desert Boots.

Currently starring in The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo

Behind the Scenes at the Autumn/Winter 2012 Photoshoot

Monday, January 9th, 2012

The past couple of weeks at Fin’s HQ have been solely devoted to creating our Autumn/Winter 2012 look book.

Trying to translate the look and feel of the collection onto paper is certainly a challenge so we began at the wonderful Lacquer Chest prop store in Kensington to find some treasures that would fit the bill. We could have spent exploring this virtual Aladdin’s cave choosing our dream home decorations but time was of the essence and we had to concentrate on the matter in hand!

We adored their fabulous bottle collection.

Can we take them all home?

It would be impossible to talk about the props on the shoot without mentioning Fin’s family of brass pineapples. All the hours of Ebay bidding finally paid off as the pineapples took centre stage in the photo shoot, along with vintage furs, flags and rugs.

Shining Stars

The photo shoot took two days and was shot by our trusted photographer David Brook. Of course it wouldn’t be a Fin’s photo shoot without creative direction from Fin and in this case, involvement with the photography itself!

Fin at the shoot

Obviously, the real stars of the shoot were all of our fabulous new styles for next season. Unfortunately, these are still being kept a closely guarded secret for a few more months so we leave you with another picture of Fin brushing up on her photography skills.

Adding a helping hand

Look out for the finished look book in a few months time!

Happy Hulloween!

Wednesday, October 26th, 2011

The Women of The Year Lunch

Monday, October 17th, 2011

Today Fin attended the Women of The Year lunch, joining a handpicked selection of women, all of whom have achieved something of significance.

As well as being a great recognition of Fin’s success as a shoe maker and business woman, the lunch also provided an opportunity to meet many inspirational women from all walks of life.

Here is Fin at the lunch with the inspirational Katie Piper.

Fin with Katie Piper

The Fin’s Autumn Winter 2011 Collection

Friday, October 7th, 2011

After weeks of waiting, the two things we have been wishing for have finally arrived.

The new Fin’s collection and the Autumnal weather to wear it in.

For those of you who haven’t had a chance to look at the new collection yet, its available right here

Introducing…The Cooper Brogue

One of our favourite styles from the new range, the Cooper Brogue, is made from Italian leathers and hand stitched in Portugal. We love the Cooper’s versatility; this is a shoe that will take you seamlessly from work to a date.

The Cooper, £185.00

Introducing…The Bobby

The Bobby represents the perfect work shoe. It’s an easy to wear, classically smart, leather slip on. We can imagine the Bobby striding through city boardrooms throughout the world. Available in both classic black and a deep brown, the Bobby will fit seamlessly into any mans working wardrobe.

The Bobby, £177.50

Introducing… the Drummond Slipper in Patent

The Drummond Slipper in Patent certainly wins the prize for the most fabulous shoe of the AW11 collection. Shiny and bold, this evening slipper is most at home in a fabulous bar or restaurant. We can’t wait to see how our Finsketeers will style it.

The Drummond Evening Slipper in Patent, £175.00

Introducing…The Marshall in Bute Navy

One of our most popular styles, the Marshall, is back for AW11 in a classic Navy shade. We adore this shoe and think it will quickly become a favourite amongst our fans.

The Marshall in Bute Navy, £135.00

The Fin’s AW11 Collection has arrived!

Wednesday, October 5th, 2011

Fin’s Birthday

Friday, September 30th, 2011

As everybody’s favourite shoe designer, it was no surprise to see so many beautiful gifts delivered to the office today for Fin’s birthday.

First came the cake and flowers.

A special Fin's Birthday Cake

A flower filled Fin's HQ

Foodie gifts from Sally, obvs.

Simon Hopkinson, the Good Cook

Then came gifts from Niemerko.

It's all in the wrapping

Divine Candles

Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty

Then, came a very special lunch specially delivered from the Bluebird courtesy of a recent admirer…

A very special Birthday lunch

Happy Birthday Fin! xxx

Castaway

Monday, May 23rd, 2011

When I get appointed a Dame for services to men(‘s footwear), I like to think that I’ll be beckoned over to Kirsty Young’s sofa and quizzed on the tunes that have signified the milestones in my life story.  Until that auspicious moment, I have the fun of agonising over what to pick for my own Desert Island Discs.  Whilst I know that the list would include at least one Barry Manilow and at least one Barbra Streisand, refining the list is a matter that has kept me awake at night.

Imagine my delight to hear on the Today Programme this morning that this stalwart of the broadcasting schedule is turning to the masses.  The new “interactive” web page allows the most plebian of castaways to enter their favourite musical memory moments, and allow themselves to be contacted for a special edition airing on Saturday 11th June.

It goes without saying, boys, that, along with the Bible and Complete Works of Shakespeare, your necessity would be a pair of Fin’s…  But, which pair to choose?!  I think the Formentera Turquoise would look pretty fabulous, but a Finspadrille in any hue would be hard to beat.

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