Meerbroke Dress, Jack Wills [similar 1; 2] | 2-Eye Boat Shoes c/o New England Outerwear | Bracelets, Oh Buoy Boston; KJP | Tote, C.Wonder [similar]
I am so very pleased and excited to introduce you all to an incredible new company and brand today. If you’re a regular reader of my blog, you may have picked up on the fact that I am a huge fan of local businesses and American-made products. Oh, and a huge fan of shoes.
Enter New England Outerwear. Started by two locals, Greg Cordeiro and Dan Heselton, this is the company bringing shoe manufacturing back to New England— Massachusetts specifically was the largest producer of footwear in the world at one point, and these two are passionate about making that happen once more! Says Greg, “we want to bring that story back to New England.”
The great grandchildren of tannery owners, Greg and Dan are focused on 100% made-in-the-USA product. Their shoes are currently manufactured in Lewiston, Maine by veterans of the industry with 30+ years experience. “We love what we do and we love where we are from, so we thought it ought to be fitting to be inspired from generations past in the oldest part of the country.”
New England Outerwear is passionate about creating high-quality products, ones that stand the test of the harsh New England climate. Though they may be investment pieces, the quality is superior, and this is a pair of shoes that I am positive is long-lasting. “The goal is to make them last your lifetime and maybe even pass them on if you can.”
The men’s line has been around for a couple seasons now, boasting boat shoes, boots, mocassins, loafers, and oxfords for footwear, plus belts and hats.
Women’s shoes are new to the game though, with my boat shoes [above] and braided mocassins being first on board.
Next spring they’ll be launch a full apparel and outwear line, for both men and women. To say I’m excited for this is probably the understatement of the year…!
Where can you buy these beauties? Gentlemen, you can head over to The Tannery in Boston, but ladies— you can try them on in person at the darling Thistle Hill in Rockport. For anyone out of the area, you can definitely purchase your pair online, and they will be custom-made just for your order.
And if you’re not impressed yet? Check out the video below, to see just what goes into making a single pair.
Photos by Jay Layman
lizette rosser says
cute dress!!! very summer perfect!
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lizette rosser says
cute dress!!! very summer perfect!
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Megan says
Love your boat shoes, and that adorable dress 🙂
Megan says
Love your boat shoes, and that adorable dress 🙂
alainaisbouts says
great shoes, and that dress is fantastic too. but your smile in the last picture is my favorite.
alainaisbouts says
great shoes, and that dress is fantastic too. but your smile in the last picture is my favorite.
Sam says
So cute! Love bringing business back to Boston. You look fab in the LWD and boat shoes!
Sam says
So cute! Love bringing business back to Boston. You look fab in the LWD and boat shoes!
Jen says
I’m totally dying over your gorgeous dress! The scalloped hem is simply stunning! What a cool business, I love that you totally rock those shoes! Thanks for your sweet comment today, I wish I was wandering the Greek Isles!
xo jen
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Jen says
I’m totally dying over your gorgeous dress! The scalloped hem is simply stunning! What a cool business, I love that you totally rock those shoes! Thanks for your sweet comment today, I wish I was wandering the Greek Isles!
xo jen
Pearls & Lace
Sharon says
What a pretty LWD! I’m loving your nautical tote too!
-Sharon
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Sharon says
What a pretty LWD! I’m loving your nautical tote too!
-Sharon
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Lindsay says
Love love love your blog!! I can’t wait to catch up and read your past posts.
Lindsay says
Love love love your blog!! I can’t wait to catch up and read your past posts.
Alex Hubbard (@AlexHubbard) says
I’m sorry but that LAST PICTURE made me love you even more. But on the reals, I love those shoes and I seriously love the attention to detail put into each pair!
Alex Hubbard (@AlexHubbard) says
I’m sorry but that LAST PICTURE made me love you even more. But on the reals, I love those shoes and I seriously love the attention to detail put into each pair!
Georgina says
Those shoes are absolute New England perfect and look SO well made! I love them and will definitely be checking the company out xo
Georgina says
Those shoes are absolute New England perfect and look SO well made! I love them and will definitely be checking the company out xo
tulleandtrinkets says
There’s definitely something to be said about classic, well-made shoes – such an investment!
PS – Your hair is getting so long! It’s really pretty!
tulleandtrinkets says
There’s definitely something to be said about classic, well-made shoes – such an investment!
PS – Your hair is getting so long! It’s really pretty!
Always Maylee says
You look so cute! Love the white dress and the boat shoes. The last picture is just adorable.
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
Always Maylee says
You look so cute! Love the white dress and the boat shoes. The last picture is just adorable.
xo, Yi-chia
Always Maylee
functionallyfrivolous says
I love the nautial theme! I’m a New England girl myself and it’s still a favorite style.
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functionallyfrivolous says
I love the nautial theme! I’m a New England girl myself and it’s still a favorite style.
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Madeline says
Wow I love your blog! So glad to have found it, thanks for visiting!! This dress and shoes are adorable and these photos are all so cute. I love New England!
Madeline says
Wow I love your blog! So glad to have found it, thanks for visiting!! This dress and shoes are adorable and these photos are all so cute. I love New England!
Jaime Lynn (@laviejaime) says
i am LOVING that dress!
Jaime Lynn (@laviejaime) says
i am LOVING that dress!
Amy Bishop (@drmngincashmere) says
That dress is just beautiful on you!! I’m in love with it!
xoAmy
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Amy Bishop (@drmngincashmere) says
That dress is just beautiful on you!! I’m in love with it!
xoAmy
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Rachel says
Cute outfit! and love that bag!
Rachel
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Rachel says
Cute outfit! and love that bag!
Rachel
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The Oxford Style says
Love that outfit! and love that bag!
Rachel
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The Oxford Style says
Love that outfit! and love that bag!
Rachel
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jess says
Cute outfit Hun perfect for summer! Love those boat shoes they are adorable think i my need to buy a pair to add to my wardrobe! Thanks for sharing xo
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jess says
Cute outfit Hun perfect for summer! Love those boat shoes they are adorable think i my need to buy a pair to add to my wardrobe! Thanks for sharing xo
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jeansandateacup says
Very cute dress! And those shoes are great!
~Jessica
jeansandateacup says
Very cute dress! And those shoes are great!
~Jessica
Jacqueline says
Love your boat shoes! So cute with that dress!
xo,
Jacqueline
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Jacqueline says
Love your boat shoes! So cute with that dress!
xo,
Jacqueline
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Lauren says
This is SOOOO gorgeous! Love everything about it! Hugs from Cali! xx The Golden Girls
Lauren says
This is SOOOO gorgeous! Love everything about it! Hugs from Cali! xx The Golden Girls
Jessica says
Lovely look! That dress & the boat shoes look so cute together!
Jessica says
Lovely look! That dress & the boat shoes look so cute together!
Kim of A Very Sweet Blog says
i’ve always loved that style of shoe. the craftsmanship is amazing. they look so good on you. i love your dress. so pretty.
Kim of A Very Sweet Blog says
i’ve always loved that style of shoe. the craftsmanship is amazing. they look so good on you. i love your dress. so pretty.
Kaitlin Charles says
These photos make me miss fresh air! Love this look.
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Kaitlin Charles says
These photos make me miss fresh air! Love this look.
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Anathalia says
What a lovely dress!
Anathalia says
What a lovely dress!
Audrey says
Those look so comfy and your adorable!
xo Audrey
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Audrey says
Those look so comfy and your adorable!
xo Audrey
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