Journal

A chronicle of people, places, happenings, and creations we admire.

Northampton Sneaker Co.

"If sneakers were cars, ours would be an Aston Martin...Handcrafted over weeks, rather than mass manufactured."

Northampton Sneaker Co. create extreme-luxury handcrafted footwear entirely in the UK using traditional techniques and the finest materials.  They combine the modern street-style and comfort of athletic footwear with the incredible quality of traditional English shoe making.  Unadorned by stripes, lightning bolts or machine guns, the Northampton Sneaker has a discretely embossed tongue with evidence of any remaining labels or branding hidden inside the shoe itself.

Using the innovative and legendary Goodyear Welt, a process that involves stitching the sole and upper together rather than glueing, the Northampton Sneaker has a feel of sturdiness, permanence and craftsmanship turned up to "11". This traditional manufacturing technique combined with lightweight, cushioned soles brings a shoe of this design and visual impact up to the minute in terms of comfort, durability and most importantly, wearability.  These shoes require no break-in and can also be resoled, bringing a truly bespoke relationship to the wearer.

mahabis Larvik Classic Slipper

Pictured with Skåne Yellow soles

Pictured with Skåne Yellow soles

Krona o Stjärna is proud to have established an affiliate partnership with mahabis.

The mahabis classic slipper bundle contains their designed upper and a free pair of Skåne Yellow detachable soles. the classic upper is a sculpted slipper aiming for both comfort and minimalist style. lightweight, and finished with their neoprene cushion soft heel, the mahabis classic is easy to slip-on and off. combined with their detachable soles they form the ideal slipper for everyday adventures.  Other colorways available at mahabis.com

$89.00

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Put a Spring in Your Step: Cole Haan LunarGrand Long Wingtip in Canvas

Cole Haan kicks off Spring right with the newest version of LunarGrand® in canvas. One of the best shoes around to stylishly cover the merciless New York streets, LunarGrand® is extremely comfortable, supportive and lightweight.  Baked-in Nike Air® technology will see to that.

$198.00


The Berluti Playtime Shoemaker Sneaker

French-Italian shoemaker Berluti have created a low-cut sneaker made in the spirit of a bespoke shoe out of a single piece of Palermo Venezia leather, ensuring enhanced comfort and durability.  A great and unique statement on style and versatility this summer.  This shoe comes in three colors; 'Savana' (pictured above) 'Purple Multico' and 'Mimosa'.  Other patina options can be ordered on request.

$1,420.00 USD

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Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow | Adidas Climaheat Rocket Boost

If you're in NYC, today may be the day to make the Adidas® Climaheat™ Rocket Boost your daily drivers.  With supple leather uppers and high-cut configuration, BOOST™ midsole for increased response and reversed ADIWEAR® outsole for extra bite in the snow, the Climaheat Rocket Boost is a shoe-in.  There, I said it.

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