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iSurg · May 8, 2013

About 2 weeks to receive the delivery. You still have time. Early Sept is spring, yeah?

**I was lusting after Drakes for the longest time, but it's like 450. Want to grab some more shoes this year, so holding off the Drakes. I think these will serve their purpose for a little while.

joiji · May 8, 2013

Anyone want any Saphir products? Might do an order from Valmour and would be keen to split shipping if anyone is so inclined.

burnso · May 8, 2013

Oli2012 said:
The Herring version comes in a slightly darker tone. My brogues look amazing, especially after a polish.

What model do you have? The Herring Chamberlain (in mahogany calf)?

Manuhiri · May 8, 2013

Manuhiri said:
I have a pair of the brown Aldwych's and I've been more than happy with them. My pair is coming up four years old and has been an absolute workhorse. Can take a pic later if you are keen to see how they age.

burnso said:
Yes please.

As promised.

streetminimal · May 8, 2013

umm does the renovateur go on after the polish or before?

Journeyman · May 8, 2013

streetminimal said:
umm does the renovateur go on after the polish or before?

Before.

Here's a few brief tips from NY shoe store Leffot:

http://leffot.com/2009/08/13/shine-time-2/

Gerry Nelson · May 8, 2013

Manuhiri said:
As promised.

Beautiful job!

lennier · May 8, 2013

Do any of the members who frequent South Melbourne know of any nearby shoe repair places that are trustworthy enough to fit simple toe caps? I've not had it done before so don't know how skilled or otherwise it is. I imagine it's just hammering the things on but given the toes are a bit worn it might be harder than that?

I'll be taking the shoes to Rekaris for more extensive repair at some point, but I'm looking for something to prevent further wear in the meantime. Thanks for any suggestions!

fxh · May 8, 2013

streetminimal said:
umm does the renovateur go on after the polish or before?

Too much polish, specially wax, can prevent the conditioner from soaking in. If you have been using wax polish you need to remove it prior to giving the shoes a drink. Shoes shouldn't be allowed to get thirsty.

fxh · May 8, 2013

lennier said:
Do any of the members who frequent South Melbourne know of any nearby shoe repair places that are trustworthy enough to fit simple toe caps? I've not had it done before so don't know how skilled or otherwise it is. I imagine it's just hammering the things on but given the toes are a bit worn it might be harder than that?

I'll be taking the shoes to Rekaris for more extensive repair at some point, but I'm looking for something to prevent further wear in the meantime. Thanks for any suggestions!

I'd imagine the beggar man thief blokes might have someone in the area.

Although if it is this bloke he might not be working for a while. I did hear he tapped someone.
http://www.theage.com.au/victoria/police-nab-bikies-in-dramatic-arrest-20130508-2j7aj.html

Oli2012 · May 8, 2013

I would have gone a slightly darker polish on the Oxfords, but thats just me.

blahman · May 8, 2013

Uniqlo bloody bargains. Ribbed collar polos, cutaway collar polos, button down collar polos, shirt collar polos 2 for HK$199 and fun socks 4 for HK$59.

iSurg · May 8, 2013

Love the polish on those, Manuhiri.

meister · May 8, 2013

Romp said:
ok 155gbp delivered oipolloi was 167gbp so 12gbp cheaper. will post pics when they arrive now to bleach my hair, find a shawl cable knit and some stone chinos ...

And start dating Ali McGraw?

The False Prophet · May 8, 2013

Pink Socks said:
Jason, I remember seeing an interview with Gay Talese where his coats all had pocket squares already in them as he took them out of the wardrobe.

To save yourself time (but not money) you could store all yours with a white linen square.

Be a menswear scout, be prepared.

I find that leaving a linen PS in a jacket causes it to sag a bit and not look so good, because the cloth has so much memory. Better to store folded, and then form it up in the morning, it's got more spring that way,

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