should i get these?

hey everyone,

i so desperately want the gucci python mocs up on their website, however, i'm in the process of building up my wardrobe so i'm wondering if i should get those or get say two pairs of john lobb drivers or the ferragamo croc drivers? i already have two pair of gucci drivers (one suede which is horribly ruined the other black pebble leather).  however, i want to buy quality items that will last me for a while, especially at this price point.  i tend to wear drivers with jeans, a button down, and maybe a blazer and scarf.  if you all could weigh in or suggest some alternatives that would be great! TIA!

any help or opinions would be greatly appreciated!!

here is a picture of the shoes...

here is a picture of the shoes for your convenience...

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Originally Posted by blazingazn 

I like John Lobb better.
Mostly because Patrick Grant wears them.

i noticed the john lobbs, however i am interested in getting a driver around the 1k range in an exotic...would they be in my price range?
 

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Originally Posted by Pliny 

Sheesh!  $900 + for them?  okay so u like the look, but these are badly constructed and for that money you could be going Gaziano and Girling or one of the other decent higher end makes.  spend some time on the site, look around, and you'll quickly see u can do better
 

 

I visited the Gaziono and Girling website (this is my first time hearing of them), but i did not see any drivers on their website.  The loafers are nice, however i'm still a little more casual, hence my propensity for drivers.  by any chance do you know any other shoe makers that make exotics at that price point? part of my reason for joining this site is that you all seem very knowledgeable and passionate about footwear.  while i typically wear gucci, i knew there were less known, yet better constructed shoes out there.  my hope is to discover that whole world.  thank you!

*apologies, but i don't think i can quote yet"

blazingazn:

i noticed the john lobbs, however i am interested in getting a driver around the 1k range in an exotic...would they be in my price range?

pliny:

I visited the Gaziono and Girling website (this is my first time hearing of them), but i did not see any drivers on their website.  The loafers are nice, however i'm still a little more casual, hence my propensity for drivers.  by any chance do you know any other shoe makers that make exotics at that price point? part of my reason for joining this site is that you all seem very knowledgeable and passionate about footwear.  while i typically wear gucci, i knew there were less known, yet better constructed shoes out there.  my hope is to discover that whole world.  thank you!

nahneun: no need to get upset about it... if you could point me in the right direction i could easily move my question over there and request this thread be closed...

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Originally Posted by entrero 

TS reminds me of Hermesman. Where's your blog ?

who me? 

well i am leaning more towards the lobbs since i have seen pictures of them...here are the three they sent me...

i'm torn between that brownish tan one and what appears to be a navy blue or black suede.  Although i am intrigued by the darker brown pair that is featured on the website.  maybe i should give them a call to find out if they have that color available. is there anything to keep in mind as for the colors (special care or varied durability)?

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Originally Posted by entrero 

Gotta stop you right there. Driving mocs are made for driving, soles are too delicate for anything else.

I think that ideology is more or les passé these days. People more frequently than not wear boat shoes when they are no where near a body of water.  Similarly I think that may have been the purpose for the shoe, but it's more of a fashion statement today.