13-06-2025
Menswear Icons You Should Own: R.M.Williams Craftsman Boot
Craftsman boots are a footwear staple for any well-dressed Australian. In this round of Menswear Icons You Should Own—Man of Many's new series exploring wardrobe essentials—we'll explore how this inherently Australian boot has become our nation's defining piece of footwear.
Welcome back to Menswear Icons You Should Own. This is the second instalment in Man of Many's new series celebrating rare pieces of menswear that have proved timeless, shaping the way we dress over the course of decades. Each instalment dives into the story behind a sartorial staple before exploring the details that make it special and discussing those who've worn it best, from actors and musicians to athletes and public figures.
Nothing fits this bill with more precision than the Craftsman boot from In a world full of Chelsea boots—essentially what the Craftsman is— take on this style stands entirely apart. It does so in two key ways: through its signature aesthetic and the philosophy that underpins it.