The Official Alden Thread for 2016 - Share reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

[tricky]



Shell unlined LHS are exclusive for Brooks brothers (except a recent run in color 2 shell made for Tassels HK) and they are on the Van last, you can find it on BB's online store.

http://www.brooksbrothers.com/Cordo...lt,pd.html?dwvar_034H_Color=BURG&contentpos=9

Seriously this forum rocks

Have you worn both line and unlined? Is there a big difference?

 

[J One]

Gentleman,

If anyone is interested I have a pair of Context Tankers color 8 size 11D for sale at B&S.

 

[smfdoc]

My new #8 PTB, with an emphasis on the "plain." Sadly, being a EEE, I find I am quickly exhausting all of the shell options from Alden.

 

[ScarsdaleVibe]

Hello,

As I begin my Alden collection, there are a few pairs that are at the top of my list. I would love to own a pair of whiskey shell cordovan plain toe bluchers. Unfortunately, many of the shoes/boots that are at the top of my list are not currently being made. Any tips?

Here's what I suggest (what I did):

1. Get on as many waiting lists as possible
2. Buy non-exotic offerings from retailers to build a rapport
3. Wait a long time
4. Get frustrated when you see the constant posts of exotics in this thread
5. Drink heavily due to said frustration
6. Get a pair of C&J MTO in whiskey to tide you over
7. Still don't be satisfied
8. Be jealous of mdubs, try to dislike him out of jealousy but realize he's a really nice guy
9. Drink more and wonder how there are new exotics posted here weekly

 

[JJGNYC]

I'm considering a pair of BB unlined LHS as well. I take a 8.5 D in Barrie. Given that these are unlined, can anyone tell me if they fit differently than the lined LHS? Will I need to go down a size or width? Thanks!

 

[stevefok]

Seriously this forum rocks

Have you worn both line and unlined? Is there a big difference?

Yes, I worn both. unlined is definitely more comfy and feel like a glove right out of the box.

I'm considering a pair of BB unlined LHS as well. I take a 8.5 D in Barrie. Given that these are unlined, can anyone tell me if they fit differently than the lined LHS? Will I need to go down a size or width? Thanks!

I wear the same size for both and I think it works great.

 

[coolarrow]

975s today. I'm getting some nice lightening on the vamp of the left shoe:

 

[M Parenti]

Tassels today

 

[JETTASY]

Hello,
Today is Whiskey LWB.

 

[mogili222]

Finally wore my JCrew PCTs today to work. Had been wearing these for a couple hours at a time on carpet at home for a few days to break them in.. After much thought, I just went with my regular barrie size on these.. They are a little snug with heavy socks now but I expect them to fit nicely once the foot bed settles and the leather breaks in..



One in direct sunlight..

 

[tricky]

So regarding the loafers, any thoughts on these? They are my size...

http://rover.ebay.com/rover/4/0/8?e...ams=i&sojTags=emid=bu,segname=segname,crd=crd

 

[bkotsko]

So regarding the loafers, any thoughts on these? They are my size...

http://rover.ebay.com/rover/4/0/8?e...ams=i&sojTags=emid=bu,segname=segname,crd=crd

Loafer sizing is difficult for some people (like me). If you had a BB to try on the Van last you'd have the best luck. Doesn't have to be shell.

 

[dslonghorn4]

Ravello x DC

 

[Alpina]

Quote: So true! While not rarities, I have two pairs of 975s and two pairs of color 8 and one cigar SWB--my wife isn't astute enough on my shoes to realize there are more than she knows about!

 

[Burzan]

Early morning whiskey PTB maintenance.