Nestled in the studious heart of Harvard Square (Cambridge MA's elite and gorgeous center of academia and real-life social networking) lies one of our favorite stores: The Tannery.
Founded in 1973, The Tannery quickly become one of Boston's ultimate shopping destinations, and remains that way to this day. More than ever, actually.
They've recently remodeled, adding a subtle, futuristic tilt on an already classic design; gorgeous wood counters, huge bright windows, clean white light, and even added several concept stores to their already formidable presence. There's an exclusive limited-edition sneaker store between the two Tannery storefronts. There's an underground "locker room" vault for VIP parties and celebrity clientele. There's an amazing selection of top designers at very reasonable prices. And there's our sandals. (And soon, our boots and flats.)
I actually met Tarek (who owns the store) years ago, when I used to live and work in Boston. I was bartending at B&G Oysters in the South End, and this gigantic man would pull up in front of the restaurant in his silver Porsche with his gloriously beautiful girlfriend and idle up to the bar, usually around 11pm. I had wine poured as they landed in their stools, and ordered their regular of Nicoise salads and fresh Wellfleets. I became friendly with Tarek, and he even let me buy a pair of fancy jeans at wholesale one day. (I almost died!)
Obviously not the most fascinating story (unless you have a fetish for the mundane) but when I was in the position to work with the Tannery years later, I jumped.
We're proud and honored to be working with them, so if you're in the Boston area, check them out.
And if you need a few oysters shucked, I still got it.

-Bruce