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Holy shit!

Would appreciate the input from you local guys on this bespoke shop in Sydney:

http://www.styleforum.net/t/152989/zink-sons-tailors-in-sydney/75#post_6127451'

Thanks for that, I just assumed they were the same company. I would never purchase a pair of their shoes RRP, but discounted at $300 is a fair deal IMO

 

No one has any experiences with these shoes here?

If the church's were 1/2 a size smaller I would be there

We were talking about these guys a few months ago. Have a look at this for an idea of the stuff they make: https://www.facebook.com/zinkandsons?fref=ts

 

I personally have absolutely zero bespoke experience, but they are one of Sydney's oldest tailors for what it's worth.

 

Really? The website certainly restricts you from doing so.

Only one way to find out I suppose.

Hi folks,

I've read through as much of this thread as I can in relation to shoes – but I thought it might be best just to ask.

I'm looking to buy 2 pairs of business/dress lace-ups. Budget is $300-500/pair – specifically, I'm looking for something along the lines of the attached. Could anyone recommend a few brands/stores worth looking at (in Melbourne)? My familiarity with shoe brands is pretty much limited to Aquila etc (just average local stuff).

Much appreciated!

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From what I've been seeing around here, I would pop by Double Monk and take a look.

I see your silk knot in your lapel, Sir, and raise you:

 

Thanks, appreciate it!

Two questions:

 

Rubber Dainite soles, isn't it easier/cheaper in the long run to get leather soles with rubber topy's put on? The Dainite sole will wear down and require a full re-sole as opposed to just replacing the topy in the other option, right?

 

Is the quality/longevity of Meermin's standard range comparable to the Loake 1880 range?

 

If I were you Id look at:

- Henry Bucks CBD; they have a sale on atm (get in asap), stock quality shoes

- Double Monks Collingwood; nicer shoes IMO but you'd spend at least $500 

- Azzaro Sth Melb; I have no experience with these guys though

 

These places will give you a good look at quality shoes. You'd be paying probably >20% more than online, but IMO worth it for your first few pairs (getting a nice proper fit) and great advice.

 

 

Look at Herringshoes and Pediwear for your online options, but sizing will be an issue/ risk.

Good morning folks.

 

Does anyone have any information/experience on quality Japanese made dress shoes?

 

The only ones I know are:

Spigola

Shetland Fox

Scotch Grain

 

All of them look terrific.  

 

Timely too, given the recent weakness of the yen.

Add to this Herringbone and American Tailors for Crockett and Jones (and Carmina at AT I think) and Beggar Man Thief for Loake and others. McClouds in the city have Churchs but the markups are a bit steep from memory (could be good for a first pair).

Edward Greens are on sale at Henry Bucks for about $500-600 at the moment and I think they may have some Loakes and Grensons on sale too (from their Beggar Man Thief links).

I buy most of my shoes online now (or when back in Scotland or abroad) but tend to know my sizing or the questions to ask to find out when ordering (or I cheat and speak to Gerry Nelson as he seems to own a vast array of lasts and brands to compare).

If you can branch out online you could give AE's a go. These look pretty close;
http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/producti_SF1103_1_40000000001_-1

For sizing you could start by picking up a pair of cheap beaters on ebay and figure it out from there.
Personally I find shoes in Australia an awful ripoff and buy everything online from Pediwear/ebay/AE these days.