I'm in need of a pair of black dress shoes, probably cap toes or something similarly versatile. I was going to go with a pair of Alden or Allen Edmonds, but I'll be in Paris in a few weeks and figured it was worth seeing if there are any worthwhile alternatives in that price range that I should check out while I'm there. My max budget is ~$500 but I'd prefer closer to $350-400 if possible. I was thinking worst case, I might have access to some English or Italian brands that I otherwise wouldn't be able to try on in the USA without paying excessive shipping and return fees. Any suggestions?
-
Hi, I am the owner and main administrator of Styleforum. If you find the forum useful and fun, please help support it by buying through the posted links on the forum. Our main, very popular sales thread, where the latest and best sales are listed, are posted HERE
Purchases made through some of our links earns a commission for the forum and allows us to do the work of maintaining and improving it. Finally, thanks for being a part of this community. We realize that there are many choices today on the internet, and we have all of you to thank for making Styleforum the foremost destination for discussions of menswear. -
This site contains affiliate links for which Styleforum may be compensated.
-
STYLE. COMMUNITY. GREAT CLOTHING.
Bored of counting likes on social networks? At Styleforum, you’ll find rousing discussions that go beyond strings of emojis.
Click Here to join Styleforum's thousands of style enthusiasts today!
Styleforum is supported in part by commission earning affiliate links sitewide. Please support us by using them. You may learn more here.
Dress shoe shopping in Paris
- Thread starter gotribe
- Start date
- Watchers 5
usctrojans31
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- Dec 12, 2009
- Messages
- 2,239
- Reaction score
- 1,366
Carmina. There is a lovely chap called Frederic in there who can help you get sized.
I'm not a big fan of the French brands in that range: Loding, Finnsbury, Bexley, and Septieme Largeur.
I'm not a big fan of the French brands in that range: Loding, Finnsbury, Bexley, and Septieme Largeur.
comrade
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- May 10, 2005
- Messages
- 8,988
- Reaction score
- 2,288
Weston !
No idea of current Paris prices, but superb shoes.
http://www.jmweston.fr/en/les-collections/chaussures?modele=67
No idea of current Paris prices, but superb shoes.
http://www.jmweston.fr/en/les-collections/chaussures?modele=67
Last edited:
Fred G. Unn
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- Mar 5, 2011
- Messages
- 2,823
- Reaction score
- 906
Crockett & Jones might be a good option too as they have 3 locations in Paris:
http://www.crockettandjones.com/wheretobuy
Personally, I'd hit the La Madeleine location so I could go to La Maison du Whisky on the same trip
: http://www.whisky.fr/
http://www.crockettandjones.com/wheretobuy
Personally, I'd hit the La Madeleine location so I could go to La Maison du Whisky on the same trip
: http://www.whisky.fr/
usctrojans31
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- Dec 12, 2009
- Messages
- 2,239
- Reaction score
- 1,366
Looooove maison du whisky. One of the few places in the world that sells the stuff I drink. The markup with C&J in Paris is pretty extreme, though. Reckon we're now over OP's budget, despite the strong exchange rate.
Crockett & Jones might be a good option too as they have 3 locations in Paris:
http://www.crockettandjones.com/wheretobuy
Personally, I'd hit the La Madeleine location so I could go to La Maison du Whisky on the same trip
Looooove maison du whisky. One of the few places in the world that sells the stuff I drink. The markup with C&J in Paris is pretty extreme, though. Reckon we're now over OP's budget, despite the strong exchange rate.
Fred G. Unn
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- Mar 5, 2011
- Messages
- 2,823
- Reaction score
- 906
Ok, I was hoping the pricing in Euros would be beneficial, but I didn't realize the markup would be so much. OP could still get sized there though, and then order to the US from Pediwear, Bodileys, Robert Old, Edwards of Manchester, etc. For example, the C&J Connaught is currently sub-$500 (£312.50) from Pediwear:
http://www.pediwear.co.uk/crockett/products/235.php
Ok, I was hoping the pricing in Euros would be beneficial, but I didn't realize the markup would be so much. OP could still get sized there though, and then order to the US from Pediwear, Bodileys, Robert Old, Edwards of Manchester, etc. For example, the C&J Connaught is currently sub-$500 (£312.50) from Pediwear:
http://www.pediwear.co.uk/crockett/products/235.php
Kingstonian
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- Jun 7, 2008
- Messages
- 1,366
- Reaction score
- 900
You can try on Bexley if you are in Paris. There are several branches and individual shoe models seem to vary in fit.
A Stanford whole cut and a Bloomingdale monkstrap. Buy both for further discounts. They are cheap as chips but remarkable quality. Stick a Topy on the sole and you have some sound shoes for next to nothing.
A Stanford whole cut and a Bloomingdale monkstrap. Buy both for further discounts. They are cheap as chips but remarkable quality. Stick a Topy on the sole and you have some sound shoes for next to nothing.
dreamspace
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- Apr 8, 2012
- Messages
- 1,266
- Reaction score
- 286
TOstyle
Senior Member
- Joined
- Mar 19, 2014
- Messages
- 608
- Reaction score
- 82
Finsbury is in the 200 euro price range. Okay quality.
Loding is also a pretty good shoe. Leather isn't amazing, I like the lasts.
If you're looking for other alternatives you don't get stateside, those are decent options in the price range.
Westons are fantastic shoes - but those guys are going to cost ya.
Loding is also a pretty good shoe. Leather isn't amazing, I like the lasts.
If you're looking for other alternatives you don't get stateside, those are decent options in the price range.
Westons are fantastic shoes - but those guys are going to cost ya.
TimelesStyle
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- Dec 25, 2010
- Messages
- 2,008
- Reaction score
- 89
Loding is a solid shoe; bought a few pairs when I was in France, but that's like a $200 shoe, so not necessarily what the OP is looking for. Were it me, I'd go for C&J, particularly if it's possible to take advantage of the depressed euro. I know, they're English, but still great shoes. The men's shoe section at Bon Marche is also worth a look. Not super extensive selection, but pretty wide range of brands.
TOstyle
Senior Member
- Joined
- Mar 19, 2014
- Messages
- 608
- Reaction score
- 82
Loding prices run about CAD300-350, so it's within range.
Plus I imagine the OP's intent was to get the best shoe possible while paying the least, and having a budget up to $500. Soooo, I would endavor to say that would have been relevant to consider.
That said, I wouldn't put Lodging in the same quality level as C&J. Certainly not Finsbury. But my point was to give the OP a few more options to consider is all.
Plus I imagine the OP's intent was to get the best shoe possible while paying the least, and having a budget up to $500. Soooo, I would endavor to say that would have been relevant to consider.
That said, I wouldn't put Lodging in the same quality level as C&J. Certainly not Finsbury. But my point was to give the OP a few more options to consider is all.
TimelesStyle
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- Dec 25, 2010
- Messages
- 2,008
- Reaction score
- 89
Loding prices must have gone up, though I was quoting what I remember paying once VAT came off. They appear to be corrected grain, and they certainly aren't made in France, though I do like that they're goodyear welted. Ultimately they proved a bit narrow on my and I never got around to having them stretched, which I can still do of course.
Loding prices must have gone up, though I was quoting what I remember paying once VAT came off. They appear to be corrected grain, and they certainly aren't made in France, though I do like that they're goodyear welted. Ultimately they proved a bit narrow on my and I never got around to having them stretched, which I can still do of course.
TOstyle
Senior Member
- Joined
- Mar 19, 2014
- Messages
- 608
- Reaction score
- 82
Yeah I think they've gone up a bit - does help when you don't end up paying VAT. That's criminal.
Agree with your assessment of quality as well, and the toes do tend to be narrow (ditto the Finsburys). Though last time I checked I think a lof their are Blakes stitched? Don't quote me on that though. My memory is as unreliable as my tastes...
Agree with your assessment of quality as well, and the toes do tend to be narrow (ditto the Finsburys). Though last time I checked I think a lof their are Blakes stitched? Don't quote me on that though. My memory is as unreliable as my tastes...
usctrojans31
Distinguished Member
- Joined
- Dec 12, 2009
- Messages
- 2,239
- Reaction score
- 1,366
I left Paris in January of this year, but shoes were 180 euros. They're all goodyear welted and made in Portugal if my memory isn't going haywire.
Classic Menswear Featured products
-
Carmina - Norwegian Derby Shoes Introducing the classy six eyelet split toe derby in a burgundy Shell Cordovan from Horween Chicago. This style features a single oak-bark tanned sole from Rendembach Jr. and full calf lining color brown.
-
LuxeSwap Auction - Vintage Antique United States Naval Navy Denim Deck Jacket A piece for denim heads, vintage collectors, streetwear enthusiasts and menswear enthusiasts alike, this extremely rare early US Naval issued deck jacket in raw denim is not likely to ever show up at auction again anytime soon. A Haleys Comet of menswear items, offered at auction at a $9.99 starting bid with no reserve. -
Kirby Allison - Luxury Suit Hanger - $32 Kirby Allison's Luxury Wooden Suit Hangers protect your suits from stretched collars and droopy shoulders. Our wooden suit hangers provide five-times more support than average hangers and will protect and extend the life of your most important garments.
FEATURED PRODUCTS
-
LuxeSwap Auction - Vintage Antique United States Naval Navy Denim Deck Jacket
A piece for denim heads, vintage collectors, streetwear enthusiasts and menswear enthusiasts alike, this extremely rare early US Naval issued deck jacket in raw denim is not likely to ever show up at auction again anytime soon. A Haleys Comet of menswear items, offered at auction at a $9.99 starting bid with no reserve.
-
Wellington Chore Boot - Special Introductory Price! $495
Introducing the latest addition to Nicks Handmade Boots collection: The Wellington Chore Boot. Engineered for the rigors of daily tasks, this boot is more than just footwear; it's a reliable companion for your everyday adventures. Crafted with convenience in mind, its effortless pull-on design ensures you're always ready to tackle whatever the day throws your way.
-
Besnard - Made to Order Trousers - $351 Design your ideal pair of trousers by selecting a fabric, deciding between single or double pleats, choosing a zip or button fly, and opting for side adjusters or belt loops.
