Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread 2016 - News, Pictures, Sizing, Accessories, Clothing, etc

[danwatts2005]



Not trying to knock you, but you're kind of going overboard a little bit aren't you?  Do all these things actually fit you satisfactorily?  No matter how low the price is, if it doesn't fit, it isn't worth it.  Having said that -

1. Personally I just hate the style.  The Clark St, Delray & Lasalle all fit me like a glove, but I just am not a fan of the look.  I have nothing bad to say against them.  If you have the need for another casual style, they should work.
2. I would pass on this - the 114 last sucks plus at least for me blue suede is too limited of an option in a wardrobe that includes mostly business casual, black & charcoal.
3. F-yeah!  These totally didn't fit me but if they did I'd be all over this one.  They were really wide for me, so I'd be surprised if a D worked for you.
4. Mixed reaction - I tried this a few times actually.  The 3 eyelets makes for a challenging fit.  If you have a low arch (like you do), I bet you'd get some significant bowing at the back/heel.  Not a bad choice, wouldn't be at the top of my list.  Very formal look.
5. I actually bought this and returned it (in black).  Too much "stuff" going on for me - elongated, squared off toe, captoe medallion.  Very flashy.  You have to have the wardrobe.  I think chili, merlot, oxblood, or something in that range would look a lot better.
6. Looked at this one in person.  This I'd actually like in black.  Very Spartan looking - in the walnut & bourbon I was not a fan.

Out of curiosity, what sizes are you looking at on the website - I wanted to see what else you might want to consider.

I'm only going to comment on #1. I agree with you on the style. I have the Natural CXL Oak Street, and I like them so much better than the split-toe. I've gotten so many more compliments on them than I have on the GB Rush Streets, which are my personal favorites. The natural Oak Streets are making me want natural shell in everything, but the split-toe is not for me.

 

[cc808314]



Someone should compile a list of stores that AE makes custom shoes for.  I'd really like to know.  

So far I have...

Nordstroms
Club Monaco
Brooks Brothers

Who else?

Ralph Lauren

 

[peppercorn78]

Grey McTavish took care of me in the rain today.

 

[ProfilaBinding]

Wait a minute....
How did this happen? I thought you said you weren't going to buy another pair for a while.

I had to promise my wife I would not buy any more shoes in 2016. I told her stopping at 7 is fine (one for each day of the week). I used to laugh at people who bought lots of shoes and think they were nuts. It's a weird feeling when you're on the other side of what you mocked.

Anyway, I bought the last 8D Clark they had in 1st quality. The 7.5 E's are still up there if anyone is interested.

 

[mreams99]



I had to promise my wife I would not buy any more shoes in 2016.  I told her stopping at 7 is fine (one for each day of the week).   I used to laugh at people who bought lots of shoes and think they were nuts.  It's a weird feeling when you're on the other side of what you mocked.  

Anyway, I bought the last 8D Clark they had in 1st quality.  The 7.5 E's are still up there if anyone is interested.  

Maybe you can talk the wife into getting you a pair during the Father's Day sale.

 

[mreams99]



Grey McTavish took care of me in the rain today.

I kind of wish that I had bought a pair of these while they were still available.

 

[cc808314]

Thanks @Neo1 for your feedback. No hard feelings

1) I have the LaSalle in 8d and I really don't like how it fits. I had tried the 108 in other lengths in D width but never found a good fit. Last week I had chance to try 9B LaSalle (I am 8.5C brannock) and it was much better. So the Mora and Clark Street might be a good fit. Hey, I am split toe type of guy and I like mom straps.

2) The Cavanaugh I am thinking 9b, as well. The navy suede is going to be used with casual outfits, so I am pretty comfortable that I can make it work. 8.5D in Concord Ave was wide.

3) I am going to try the Kenilworh or Lexington, even though I am pretty certain that they will not work. I don't do particularly well with calf leather styles on 65, but the McT and the BB suede wingtips in 8D worked. In calf leather, anything that fits well in the toe box/the ball of the foot, is too narrow everywhere else.

4) I guess I am trying to find a replacement for my Norwich, and that's perhaps why I am gravitating towards the Franciscan. But, yeah, the Flatiron and Franciscan can be crossed off.

 

[cc808314]



Buying 6 pair at one time deserves an award

Lol. Did you make that up?

 

[cc808314]



They had a pair or 2 at the Paramus outlet, but I don't remember the sizes.  Wish Shoebank was easier to search.

Were they stone color? If I remember correctly, they were actually white.

 

[eagleman]



Lol. Did you make that up?

I wish I could take credit for it. I ran across it in an article a couple weeks ago. I've been holding on to it for an appropriate time to use.

 

[ProfilaBinding]

Dark Chili Lasalles are now on clearance?! WTF. How did these suddenly appear?! I'm totally confused.


http://www.allenedmonds.com/clearan...s/SF4397.html?dwvar_SF4397_color=4397#start=3

 

[ace13x]

Were they stone color? If I remember correctly, they were actually white.

I was referencing the white Leeds.

 

[Neo1]

@cc808314
1. 1st ave on clearance in 9B, just because. Great choice.
2. La Marche - here's your chance to try the Lexington out. Too big for me, but worth a shot.
3. Rialto (8D) - really tough fit, but they're practically giving this away.
4. Sanibel 1.0 - I actually like this a lot now.
5. Madison Ave (9B) - I missed this. Kind of like the san Marco.
6. Black Rutledge (9B) - you gotta try that.
8. Lubbock (9B) - doh! Been trying to hunt one down forever

. Hey, if you want another shot at the Norwich....

 

[coolarrow]

Someone should compile a list of stores that AE makes custom shoes for. I'd really like to know.

So far I have...

Nordstroms
Club Monaco
Brooks Brothers

Who else?

BCF

 

[Buster Brown]



Someone should compile a list of stores that AE makes custom shoes for.  I'd really like to know.  

So far I have...

Nordstroms
Club Monaco
Brooks Brothers

Who else?

Lands End