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post #35941 of 51225
10/10/12 at 7:03pm
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Originally Posted by REguy View Post

Yeah. Unfortunately, the natural blows the brown ones I got out of the water. I might have to do a switcharoo.

While I may give a sight edge to the natural, I think both look great. I really like how cmxl relaxes what I've always felt was a more formal shoe.
(formal relative to a LHS/penny)
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post #35942 of 51225
10/10/12 at 7:26pm
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Originally Posted by g.michael View Post

Does anyone wear tassel loafers these days, (Uncle Mac notwithstanding)? Thinking of getting the BB cordovan tassels. I like the full strap loafer but after trying a couple different sizes, the Aberdeen last does not work for me with a vamp that low (heel slip). Thought maybe the higher vamp tassels would be a good trade. But tassels?

I am not generally a loafer kind of guy but I scored a great deal on a pair of ravello tassel loafers on eBay this summer. They look great sitting in my closet but I have yet to actually wear them. Maybe I'll break them out tomorrow...

However, I would not hesitate to rock those blue suede tassel loafers that the Mexicutioner posted up.
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post #35943 of 51225
10/10/12 at 8:40pm
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Originally Posted by thebeebs View Post

I also got an email from Shoe Mart stating that my order for the #4 captoe boot has been cancelled due to lack of supply of upper leather.

What other options are out there for captoe shell Alden boots in color 8?  I'm aware of JCrew, any others?

Relieved this happened. Have been kicking myself for not getting in this preorder. Condolences to those we were in it
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Originally Posted by lagsun View Post

Sounds like 8.5D in Barrie will be fines too. Plus J.Crew has a decent return policy.
Call Kathy at Alden of DC. I got my #8 Captoe (and Cigar as well) boots on Grant last with commando sole from her.

Like others posted, all have captoe boots. SkyValet also has some and european retailers get them every once in a while (Frans Boon, shoes&shirts, Bureau, TBS, etc)
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post #35944 of 51225
10/10/12 at 10:45pm
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Originally Posted by chipshot View Post

Me = TTS 9.5D or 9.5E, low volume, ectomorph.  Still trying to figure out this line ... LWB @ 9D if unlaced, I can slip my foot forward enough to put my index finger between my heel and the back of the shoe.  Barrie Lasted.  Is this right?  Haven't worn a Blucher in some time.. like eons.....My LHS Lined is loose (heel slip) at 9D.  But my BroBro Unlined LHS is a perfect fit, slightly snugger than the LHS Lined, w/ no heel slip.  Wondering if anybody goes down a whole size in this line to get a perfect fit.  Maybe I should order some 8.5D LHS's.  Would kill for some feedback before I invest any more $$ in this line.  Was looking at the Chukka #8 next.

LHS  Whiskey 9D
LWB Whiskey 9D
BB LHS Unlined 9D
C&J for Ralph Lauren Marlow 9D (US)
C&J for Ralph Lauren Marlow Shortwing 9.5D (US) a little loose
C&J for Ralph Lauren Tassel similar to the Arberden last 8.5D pretty tight
C&J for Ralph Lauren PTB (beautiful PTB) 9.5D great fit

Mine arrived yesterday, also in 9.5D. I was able to get in on the 25% off sale. icon_gu_b_slayer[1].gif
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post #35945 of 51225
10/11/12 at 1:11am
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Originally Posted by g.michael View Post

Does anyone wear tassel loafers these days, (Uncle Mac notwithstanding)? Thinking of getting the BB cordovan tassels. I like the full strap loafer but after trying a couple different sizes, the Aberdeen last does not work for me with a vamp that low (heel slip). Thought maybe the higher vamp tassels would be a good trade. But tassels?
you sure the heel slip won't go away once the sole is broken in?
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post #35946 of 51225
10/11/12 at 1:44am
Couple of newly arrived chukkas at Unionmade.





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post #35947 of 51225
10/11/12 at 7:18am
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Originally Posted by Kashiwa View Post

Couple of newly arrived chukkas at Unionmade.


Nice boots, particularly the brown. I personally don't do blue shoes or boots, but many on here do. To each their own. Unionmade usually has a few nice offerings.
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post #35948 of 51225
10/11/12 at 7:24am
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Originally Posted by Kashiwa View Post

Couple of newly arrived chukkas at Unionmade. Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)


I'm not a big fan of straps and buckles on my shoes and boots those brown monk strap chukkas are pretty cool.
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post #35949 of 51225
10/11/12 at 8:13am
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Originally Posted by mexicutioner View Post

that's how i feel about penny loafers such as the LHS. maybe when i'm 55, but not now. if i was going to get a loafer, i'd rather get something sleeker and less preppy.
only possible exception i'd make on alden loafers would be these blue suede tassels, but i wonder if they'd look too feminine:
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those are the exact ones that i have. they're definitely on the side of dandy, but they are amazing. definitely not any every day shoe. not by any stretch.
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post #35950 of 51225
10/11/12 at 8:19am

Beautiful day here in New England. Except on my campus, they decide to water the sidewalks.

 

Doesn't bode well for my leather soles 

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post #35951 of 51225
10/11/12 at 9:32am
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Originally Posted by sqroot3 View Post

you sure the heel slip won't go away once the sole is broken in?

They are pretty well broken in. It has decreased but is still bothersome in the right shoe, even with a tongue pad. Left is okay (left foot is slightly bigger). Sizing down a half size cured the heel slip but the narrow Aberdeen toe box pinched the crap out of my toes in the shorter length. Sizing down and going wider was too loose in both shoes. A shame as I really like that loafer style (full strap).

Thanks for all the responses everyone. I like the tassels but a little on the fence as they just seem a little dressier than the full strap.
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post #35952 of 51225
10/11/12 at 9:34am
^^also, the main culprit, as discussed on here before, is the relatively wide heel in the Aberdeen last. It's a little disproportional given the narrow toe box.
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post #35953 of 51225
10/11/12 at 10:27am
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Originally Posted by Kashiwa View Post

Couple of newly arrived chukkas at Unionmade.

moar george boot

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post #35954 of 51225
10/11/12 at 10:50am
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Originally Posted by macjedi View Post

They're all great selections. Have you considered a #8 Chukka? This was the second pair of Aldens I bought and I really like mine. The style/color is really versatile. For the LWB, I got mine in cigar from AoC.

How about a #8 or cigar, plain or cap toe high boot? Not quite as versatile, or would you rank it alongside the chukka?
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post #35955 of 51225
10/11/12 at 10:51am
i don't ever see myself rocking the george boot, but there is something about that make up that is pretty appealing.

would love to see pics in the wild when they surface
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