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post #106 of 21732
4/21/10 at 11:04pm
I'm jumping on the AE bandwagon as well, just got a pair of Evanstons. I love closeouts.
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post #107 of 21732
4/23/10 at 10:43pm
I'm still a law student but I have grown to love AE shoes thru deals like Tony offered and ebay.
My Collection so far:


L-to-R
Fifth Ave in Walnut Calf (only pair bought new)
Delray (newest ebay acquisition)
Lloyd Wingtip
Clifton in Burgundy
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post #108 of 21732
4/23/10 at 10:49pm
^ Very nice collection.
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post #109 of 21732
4/23/10 at 10:51pm
I hate Allen Edmonds,they look like clown shoes next to English made shoes
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post #110 of 21732
4/24/10 at 12:30am
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Originally Posted by forex View Post
I hate Allen Edmonds,they look like clown shoes next to English made shoes

True. But that said, I really like Allen Edmonds shoe conditioners and polishes.
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post #111 of 21732
4/24/10 at 12:33am
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I hate Allen Edmonds,they look like clown shoes next to English made shoes

The English have jacked up chiclets and therefore I cannot respect their shoes.
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post #112 of 21732
4/24/10 at 12:35am
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^ Very nice collection.

Thanks. I'm currently looking to add a black captoe and black Delray to the collection. Baby steps...
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post #113 of 21732
5/4/10 at 8:07pm
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Originally Posted by forex View Post
I hate Allen Edmonds,they look like clown shoes next to English made shoes
I am really liking the AE Augustas from pictures Ive seen online.
http://www.zappos.com/allen-edmonds-augusta

Has anyone seen these in person? They look fantastic
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post #114 of 21732
5/4/10 at 10:36pm
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Originally Posted by imwithtuxedo View Post
Thanks. I'm currently looking to add a black captoe and black Delray to the collection. Baby steps...
Can't go wrong with the Park Avenue, but I will say that if you can live with the Soho, you can get it MUCH cheaper! I don't know about the black Delray... I have the chili Delray and really like it, it's a nice shoe, but black? That, and don't go TOO too hard on the AE's, you'll discover Alden, decide if you like shell or not, and go from there.
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post #115 of 21732
5/4/10 at 10:47pm
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Originally Posted by slappy View Post
I am really liking the AE Augustas from pictures Ive seen online.
http://www.zappos.com/allen-edmonds-augusta

Has anyone seen these in person? They look fantastic

I am not a huge fan of the Augustas, but if you like them get them.
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post #116 of 21732
5/4/10 at 11:50pm
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Can't go wrong with the Park Avenue, but I will say that if you can live with the Soho, you can get it MUCH cheaper! I don't know about the black Delray... I have the chili Delray and really like it, it's a nice shoe, but black?

That, and don't go TOO too hard on the AE's, you'll discover Alden, decide if you like shell or not, and go from there.


How much more cheap? What price range do you think is realistic for a NEW pair of Soho shoes? I can get Park Avenues for about $260.
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post #117 of 21732
5/6/10 at 12:19am
bump
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post #118 of 21732
5/6/10 at 12:37am
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How much more cheap? What price range do you think is realistic for a NEW pair of Soho shoes? I can get Park Avenues for about $260.

The Soho was just discontinued so they could be bought for about $100.
I don't think they have any Sohos left, but I would still have a look.
Call this number for the shoe bank:
262-284-7158
Or email Karen
Mequon@allenedmonds.com
I hope that helps.
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post #119 of 21732
5/6/10 at 2:12pm
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Originally Posted by deveandepot1 View Post
The Soho was just discontinued so they could be bought for about $100.
I don't think they have any Sohos left, but I would still have a look.
Call this number for the shoe bank:
262-284-7158
Or email Karen
Mequon@allenedmonds.com
I hope that helps.



Thanks. I'm going to send an inquiry immediately.
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post #120 of 21732
5/14/10 at 7:10pm
X-post. This comparison has been done before, but I couldn't help it:

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Originally Posted by Wes Bourne View Post
Digging up this thread to add another side-by-side shot: EG Chelsea 202 last size 8.5/9D on the left vs. AE Park Ave #5 last size 9D on the right.




Observations:

-The Chelsea is actually longer than the PA (strictly comparing the uppers), but EGs are known to have a welt and sole that are trimmed very close to the uppers, whereas AE are on the opposite end of the spectrum.
-The widest point (ball of foot) is further forward on the Chelsea than the PA and it is also wider than the PA at its widest point.
-While the #5 last is AE's longest, I consider the PA to fit very tts. Otoh, I would need an 8/8.5D on the 202, perhaps even an 8/8.5C.

Who's blobby now?!
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