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Subtle.
Tasteful.

timeless
 
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Man of Good Taste

The Head-Liners
Our Story
 
 

Our Approach

HANDMAKING
SHOES GIVES
THEM CHARACTER

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Our Approach

All told, our shoemaking process involves over 50 individual pieces, nearly all of them made by hand in Europe’s finest factories by craftspeople trained in Italy’s Brenta region. Handmaking shoes gives them character – subtle patterns in the stitching, or colouring in the upper, reflect the fact that a human has made them. The beauty is in the imperfection.

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Where We Began

A BRAND
WITH DEEP ROOTS

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Where We Began

Truth be told, our founding mister actually was a monsieur. Great-grand-père Bensadoun was a French cobbler, producing and repairing handmade shoes. His son, “Papi” Bensadoun learned his father’s trade and parlayed that skill into a network of shoe stores called Le Pied Mignon. With footwear in his blood, papi’s son, Aldo Bensadoun Mr. B, built on this heritage by bringing old-world expertise into the new world. Thus was born Mr. B’s Gentlemen’s Boutique for ALDO.

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Smart Styling

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ROHBRAUGH
PERFORATED DERBY

  • 1.

    Light blue cotton oxford button down shirt.

  • 2.

    Charcoal grey slim cut dress pants.

  • 3.

    Colored, textured or patterned socks.

 
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Ouzia
Cap Toe Boot

  • 1.

    Black or grey tapered denim.

  • 2.

    Deconstructed plain black t-shirt.

  • 3.

    Top off with denim shirt.

 
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Snair
Laced Sneaker

  • 1.

    Basic button down shirts in any shade of grey.

  • 2.

    Black slim cut denim or beige cuffed chinos.

  • 3.

    Top off with a black casual blazer.

 
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The dialect

of details

Leather Lining/Insole

A leather lining and insole is the most natural, comfortable way to connect the foot to the shoe. We choose the finest soft grain calfskin lining, to keep your feet cool, dry and comfortable no matter what the circumstance.

Ouzia Cap Toe Boot. Shop this shoe

 

Vegetable-Tanned

Still the most traditional way to both strengthen the leather and to bring out its natural beauty and unique characteristics, vegetable-tanned leather is processed using natural tannins instead of harsh chemicals.

Ouzia Cap Toe Boot. Shop this shoe

 
   
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Made in Canada

 

Liad Black Hat Bowler. Shop this hat

 
 
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Leather Lining/Insole

A leather lining and insole is the most natural, comfortable way to connect the foot to the shoe. We choose the finest soft grain calfskin lining, to keep your feet cool, dry and comfortable no matter what the circumstance.

Gurcanti Derby. Shop this shoe

 

Welted Construction

The welting process, which involves cementing the sole to a welt – and on the upper itself – and then hand – stitching it, means that you can resole your Mr. B’s shoes, should you ever need to.

Gurcanti Derby. Shop this shoe

 

Leather

Mr. B’s uses European leather sourced from Italian tanneries in Tuscany and Veneto. Each piece is inspected to ensure that it is clear, supple and clean, consistent in color, and smooth. This quality leather will not only become softer with time, but if well cared for will also develop a rich patina.

Snair Laced Sneaker. Shop this shoe

 

Stitched Construction

The rubber sole of every Mr. B’s athletic shoe is stitched to the leather upper, a traditional craftsman’s method for constructing a shoe that is long-lasting, sturdy and dependable.

Snair Laced Sneaker. Shop this shoe

 
       
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Vegetable-Tanned

Still the most traditional way to both strengthen the leather and to bring out its natural beauty and unique characteristics, vegetable-tanned leather is processed using natural tannins instead of harsh chemicals.

Kolwyk Oxford Saddle. Shop this shoe

 

Washed Leather Sole

Washing each leather sole prior to attaching them to the upper creates a uniquely rugged and rustic feel, all the while providing comfort and durability.

Kolwyk Oxford Saddle. Shop this shoe

 

Fabriqué au Japon

Alidas chaussettes. Achetez ces chaussettes

 
   
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Leather

Mr. B’s uses European leather sourced from Italian tanneries in Tuscany and Veneto. Each piece is inspected to ensure that it is clear, supple and clean, consistent in color, and smooth. This quality leather will not only become softer with time, but if well cared for will also develop a rich patina.

Colwich Messenger Bag. Shop this bag

 

Made in Canada

 

Colwich Messenger Bag. Shop this bag

 

Welted Construction

The welting process, which involves cementing the sole to a welt – and on the upper itself – and then hand – stitching it, means that you can resole your Mr. B’s shoes, should you ever need to.

Kolwyk Oxford Saddle. Shop this shoe

 

Washed Leather Sole

Washing each leather sole prior to attaching them to the upper creates a uniquely rugged and rustic feel, all the while providing comfort and durability.

Kolwyk Oxford Saddle. Shop this shoe

 
       
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Leather Lining/Insole

A leather lining and insole is the most natural, comfortable way to connect the foot to the shoe. We choose the finest soft grain calfskin lining, to keep your feet cool, dry and comfortable no matter what the circumstance.

Gurcanti Derby. Shop this shoe

 

Welted Construction

The welting process, which involves cementing the sole to a welt – and on the upper itself – and then hand – stitching it, means that you can resole your Mr. B’s shoes, should you ever need to.

Gurcanti Derby. Shop this shoe

 
   
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Vegetable-Tanned

Still the most traditional way to both strengthen the leather and to bring out its natural beauty and unique characteristics, vegetable-tanned leather is processed using natural tannins instead of harsh chemicals.

Paramonga Leather Lace-Up. Shop this shoe

 

Milled Leather

The leather is put into a “dry drum,” with no chemicals and tumbled to soften the fibres within the skins. This gives it a “milled” effect, which is seen as patterns in the leather. It is strong, durable, soft and very flexible, while presenting a more robust and rugged look.

Paramonga Leather Lace-Up. Shop this shoe

 
   
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Leather Outsole

A leather outsole has many advantages; one being that it is breathable and lightweight and thus, healthier for your foot. Another is that it looks great, and provides an elegance, feel and luxury that a rubber sole simply cannot.

Lillica Tassled Loafer. Shop this shoe

 

Made in Europe

 

Lillica Tassled Loafer. Shop this shoe

 

Leather

Mr. B’s uses European leather sourced from Italian tanneries in Tuscany and Veneto. Each piece is inspected to ensure that it is clear, supple and clean, consistent in color, and smooth. This quality leather will not only become softer with time, but if well cared for will also develop a rich patina.

Deroeand Small Messenger. Shop this bag

 

Made in Canada

 

Deroeand Small Messenger. Shop this bag

 
       
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Leather Lining/Insole

A leather lining and insole is the most natural, comfortable way to connect the foot to the shoe. We choose the finest soft grain calfskin lining, to keep your feet cool, dry and comfortable no matter what the circumstance.

Keaton Woven Lace-Up. Shop this shoe

 

Washed Leather Sole

Washing each leather sole prior to attaching them to the upper creates a uniquely rugged and rustic feel, all the while providing comfort and durability.

Keaton Woven Lace-Up. Shop this shoe

 
   
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A Dialect of Details

  • Leather
  • Leather lining/insole
  • Leather outsole
  • Stacked leather heel
  • Vegetable-tanned
  • Milled
  • Drum-dyed
  • Aluminium shank
  • Welted construction
  • Washed leather sole
  • Stitched construction
  • Fur Felt
  • Designed in Italy
  • Made in Canada
  • Made in Europe
  • Made in Japan