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post #41536 of 51709
1/21/13 at 7:49pm
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Originally Posted by El Argentino View Post

I'd say Ravello, given how they're lit in the photos. The more I look at them though, the more I dislike the eyelets.

Was considering this as well until I felt the sentiments ^.
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post #41537 of 51709
1/21/13 at 7:55pm
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Originally Posted by Burton View Post


That's right - you'll need both of them. nod[1].gif

Every guy should have a few shell PTBs and a few shell LWBs in his arsenal. nod[1].gif
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post #41538 of 51709
1/21/13 at 8:04pm
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Originally Posted by sevenfoldtieguy View Post

Every guy should have a few shell PTBs and a few shell LWBs in his arsenal. nod[1].gif

Out of curiosity, do you wear them often with suits?
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post #41539 of 51709
1/21/13 at 8:21pm
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Originally Posted by ReppTiePrepster View Post


Have any of y'all seen these in person? They look more like Whiskey in this pic, than Ravello.  Any thoughts? Thanks...

I saw them - definitely ravello (similar to other ravello I've seen recently). The shoe looks "lighter" due to the antique sole and the eyelets. Very unique shoe... I'm not sure which I prefer (Alden SF version or this version).

That store has the best selection of Alden shoes of all the J crews... They also have a tan suede chukka on crepe (I believe the snuff is the only one online)
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post #41540 of 51709
1/21/13 at 8:26pm

If I already have the ravello LWB (Alden DC) which is on the darker end of the ravello spectrum, with the dark brown edge, would this purchase be too redundant?

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post #41541 of 51709
1/21/13 at 8:34pm
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Originally Posted by ReppTiePrepster View Post

If I already have the ravello LWB (Alden DC) which is on the darker end of the ravello spectrum, with the dark brown edge, would this purchase be too redundant?

Probably... Though you could say wear the darker one with more formal gear, and the ligher one more casually. I feel that the light version would be an awesome spring and summer shoe.

AppleMark

One of these is likely going up for sale soon
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post #41542 of 51709
1/21/13 at 8:41pm
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Originally Posted by Alcibiades View Post


Probably... Though you could say wear the darker one with more formal gear, and the ligher one more casually. I feel that the light version would be an awesome spring and summer shoe.



One of these is likely going up for sale soon

11.5? 

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post #41543 of 51709
1/21/13 at 8:42pm
first time outside

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post #41544 of 51709
1/21/13 at 8:43pm
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Originally Posted by stanford88 View Post

first time outside
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Ravello full strap... Very nice
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post #41545 of 51709
1/21/13 at 9:00pm
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Originally Posted by Alcibiades View Post

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Originally Posted by ReppTiePrepster View Post

If I already have the ravello LWB (Alden DC) which is on the darker end of the ravello spectrum, with the dark brown edge, would this purchase be too redundant?

Probably... Though you could say wear the darker one with more formal gear, and the ligher one more casually. I feel that the light version would be an awesome spring and summer shoe. Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)



AppleMark

 



One of these is likely going up for sale soon

They both look great, but very similar. Thanks for the feedback!

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post #41546 of 51709
1/21/13 at 9:07pm

Hi there - long time lurker first time poster....lots has been said about Alden restoration, but I hadn't seen anyone address this question....when you send your shoes in do you have the option of changing the sole type...ie going from a double oak to a single oiled? 

 

thanks

jk

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post #41547 of 51709
1/21/13 at 9:14pm
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Originally Posted by Jason Kadushin View Post

Hi there - long time lurker first time poster....lots has been said about Alden restoration, but I hadn't seen anyone address this question....when you send your shoes in do you have the option of changing the sole type...ie going from a double oak to a single oiled? 

thanks
jk

i believe they used to do this, but will now only put what the original model came on. i haven't sent any in for restoration though so i can't say for sure. a cobbler can, of course, put whatever you want on there. many on this forum like b. nelson.
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post #41548 of 51709
1/22/13 at 4:41am


#8 NST loafers, Grant last. In need of a shine, which will happen this morning.
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post #41549 of 51709
1/22/13 at 4:45am
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Originally Posted by stanford88 View Post

first time outside

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I feel the full strap is the most 'mature' style of Alden's lineup. However, as a 28 year old, I wouldn't think twice about sporting these. Beautiful.
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post #41550 of 51709
1/22/13 at 6:31am
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Originally Posted by Olifter View Post


Out of curiosity, do you wear them often with suits?

I don't have LWBs but I will wear my PTBs with less formal suits.  For example, I have a casualish suit with patch pockets that I will wear my PTBs with.

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