***The official Alden thread *** Share enthusiasm, reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

[mcarthur]



Just in from ebay, Alden for Epaulet Brixton ravello boots. Had to put some work into them but like the patina.

good hunting! Wear in good health

 

[matt92037]

Only time I see them in SD is when I look down at my own feet. I was somewhat disappointed in not being able to find a single place in San Diego to try a pair of Aldens on?

How often do the rest of you see Aldens in the wild?
I live in San Diego, and NEVER see anyone wearing Aldens.

 

[mcarthur]



I guess while we are on the subject, I kopped these last night

http://item.mobileweb.ebay.com/viewitem?itemId=160978580923

What's unbelievable is that I bin'ed it after 3 bids were placed. I mean, come on guys. Can't go wrong for $125

nephew,

outstanding! remember use the method and they should look good

 

[dfagdfsh]

yo anyone have some alden 10.5 they want to unload? get @ me!1

 

[Factor Xll]

First family picture. Love the new Indy from unionmade!

 

[Broark]



Nice collection of Indy's there Factor. Hope to have a family like that one day!
First family picture. Love the new Indy from unionmade!

 

[closerlook]

There is nothing "arguable" about that.  The left shoe is clearly larger than the right shoe, and I wouldn't keep them no matter what happens.  You don't want to start forcing a shoe of this price and caliber to fit by using cheap adhesive foam pads.  Sometimes those are necessary for some people, but you should make sure the shoes are the best they can be before going that route. 

Agree.  That is clearly a mis-marked 9.5 on the Left.

I have both Cigar and Whiskey LHS.  You will not be disappointed with the Cigar.  It is a very versatile shoe. 

exactly what DonL said, on both points

 

[sevenfoldtieguy]



agree with the above. go neutral. i've even stopped using the burgundy cordovan cream because i don't like how uniformly it changes the color of color #8. on my ravello i've only ever used neutral, and started recently using it on my #8 as well. i just got a pair of cigar LHS and i plan to only use neutral on that as well. part of the beauty of shells is how each one has a different hue. neutral won't affect this. creams with pigment will.

No objection to the above; however, there are times I want the shell to darken. For those times the burgundy and dark brown Saphir creams are great. Admittedly, most shells I have intentionally darkened are from AE.

 

[jrd617]

If I wear a 10D in the Copley loafer, would I be best fit in an Aberdeen full strap in 10E?

I know the Copley is wider

 

[El Argentino]

Dangit. Knew I shouldn't have hesitated. Was browsing the bay today and saw an 11.5 Barrie double leather sole #8 LWB pop up for $79, w/ a BIN at $229. Should've just pulled the trigger before heading out for soccer.

If it was a forum member, congrats - and you know where to sell it if fit doesn't work out.

 

[SuitedDx]



$125

I hate you. It's worse in the other end of the spectrum (smaller sizes) with prices going probably much higher than the norm due to overseas markets. Haven't been wearing much Aldens recently since I've been trying to get some mileage on my bal boots but for casual Friday: Day Trippers (Leffot)

 

[Pastor]

It was pictures on this thread that contributed to my shoe addiction. Although I don't get on here as much as I use to I thought that I may contribute.

Today i'm wearing my J.Crew Tobacco LWB

Cigar Indy - These are my favorite casual boots

Cigar LWB - My first Aldens (I also bought Ravello WT boots at the same time)

 

[Don L]

Good stuff ^^

 

[MrDV]



Haven't been wearing much Aldens recently since I've been trying to get some mileage on my bal boots but for casual Friday: Day Trippers (Leffot)

Great looking boots.

 

[Papa Doble]



I hate you. It's worse in the other end of the spectrum (smaller sizes) with prices going probably much higher than the norm due to overseas markets. Haven't been wearing much Aldens recently since I've been trying to get some mileage on my bal boots but for casual Friday: Day Trippers (Leffot)

Awesome boots. What do you guys think are the chances of Day Trippers being available again in the next year or two?