Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

[sammymvpknight]

Depends in your taste in style and the type of clothes you wear. If you could coordinate based on the color of your suit, shoes, or if your suit is neutral and you are in a dress casual setting...your tie. I have a beige suit...pretty neutral...so I often color match the socks to my tie. I like purple undershirts and ties..so I have a few pairs of purple socks. Just don't wear socks that look stupid...socks are probably the least important article of clothing outside of underwear.

 

[bucksfan]

My Bayfields came in yesterday from the Shoebank. I was expecting some moderate, noticeable defects since they are classified as "seconds", but it's hardly noticeable. The left boot looks to be perfect, and the right one has subtle issues.....the cap toe is ever so slightly off center, the eyelets are just a little bit off in their alignment, and the area on the shaft of the boot is hardly noticeable, it's basically just an indent in the leather. Overall, I think they were a steal for $160.












Any suggestions on caring for chromexcel?

Brushing. When product is needed, stick with leather lotions and moisturizers. Very little product should be needed.

 

[bucksfan]

Just got my shell cordovan Cambridges in... Thought I'd take some side-by-side pics in comparison to the McAllisters:
I'm comparing an 8.5D Cambridge (one with the shoe-tree) to the 8D McAllisters:

The McAllisters in 8D are for sale as well. $220 shipped CONUS.


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Very nice - congrats! I like the new stamping that AE is putting on the sole of their shell shoes.

 

[evolved]

Brushing. When product is needed, stick with leather lotions and moisturizers. Very little product should be needed.

So, just a typical horsehair brush from AE, or something similar?

 

[New Shoes1]



Does anyone know if AE would price match Nordstrom's current sale prices?

Yes.

 

[sickstyle15]

Hey, is this pair of park avenues a solid buy on ebay for $100. Has brand new heels, and looks to be in good condition besides that. What do you think? http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...ssPageName=VIP:watchlink:top:en#ht_1867wt_956

 

[kmdsimpson]



My Bayfields came in yesterday from the Shoebank.  I was expecting some moderate, noticeable defects since they are classified as "seconds", but it's hardly noticeable. The left boot looks to be perfect, and the right one has subtle issues.....the cap toe is ever so slightly off center, the eyelets are just a little bit off in their alignment, and the area on the shaft of the boot is hardly noticeable, it's basically just an indent in the leather. Overall, I think they were a steal for $160.

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Any suggestions on caring for chromexcel?

Brushing.  When product is needed, stick with leather lotions and moisturizers.  Very little product should be needed.  

Same advice here. The only product I've heard to try is Venetian Shoe cream, very sparingly. Chromexel has a lot of oil in it, so it doesn't need nor take well to polishes or creams.

 

[evolved]

Same advice here. The only product I've heard to try is Venetian Shoe cream, very sparingly. Chromexel has a lot of oil in it, so it doesn't need nor take well to polishes or creams.

AE sent me some of their aqua care shoe cream.....should I use something like that, or their regular leather lotion? What about Saphir's Reno?

Sorry for all of the questions.....this is my first experience with chromexcel

Edit: These will be primarily worn in the fall/winter/early spring, so they will likely see some rain/snow.....I say this because some level of water/weather proofing would be ideal. I don't expect them to be waterproof, but I would like them to repel the elements, somewhat.

 

[MarioImpemba]

These are so much better than Daltons. Nice pickup!

 

[jjr4884]

Received my walnut Jeffersons today and so far so good.
Any recommendations for socks?

You got them in walnut right? Love the way navy looks underneath those shoes

 

[PhiPsi32]

Any suggestions on caring for chromexcel?

Venetian shoe cream and brushing.

 

[acousticfoodie]

Anyone know what model these AEs are? No picture or mention on the net.

9107 Immingham Brown Calf Brown
9107 Immingham Tan Calf Tan
9107 Immingham Chocolate Suede Chocolate

 

[konoyaro]

Thinking about picking up a pair of Stewarts while they are on sale. I have a good idea what size I take in the Leeds which are on the same last, but I wonder if I should be sizing down for the Stewart since it's part of the Rough Collection. Has anyone tried both the Stewart and the Leeds who can comment on sizing consistency?

Thanks!

 

[tsekh]



These will be primarily worn in the fall/winter/early spring, so they will likely see some rain/snow.....I say this because some level of water/weather proofing would be ideal.  I don't expect them to be waterproof, but I would like them to repel the elements, somewhat.

Obenauf 's heavy duty LP.

 

[Jigg]

You got them in walnut right? Love the way navy looks underneath those shoes

Yup, thank you.

The black pair is on the way.