Should I or shouldn't I buy... (clothing item)?

[lmaozedong]

Tweed is nice but it's not as practical IMO. I would go for the gortex

 

[zissou]

I think the only advantage of the goretex version is that it would do better in a steady downpour. The tweed should hold up fine even in a light rain. Go tweed!

 

[artishard116]

Originally Posted by snowmanxl

should i get a toj dr, old style, to wear all the way zipped up.

ive never really thought a leather jacket could work with what im going for, but maybe worn said way it could?..

I think you could rock the new style zipped up with some of your baggier pants/chunky kicks

 

[gettoasty]

Anyone handle this in person? CHEAP MONDAY Liam jacket

Y/N?

 

[coldforge]

Never handled that piece specifically, but for such a basic, staple jacket, I'd say you should go high-quality—and cheap monday ain't that.

 

[NameBack]

Grenson, I think Tylers? They want 104 GBP shipped (like $185). Seems steep to me for pre-worn. What would you all pay for them? Also

Black Fleece white oxfords. $202 shipped. New with factory defect:

sorry, I feel like I'm spamming the thread. I'll stop now.

 

[BlackToothedGrin]

Every shoe you post is different, and most are terrible. I think gently worn allen edmonds in brown leather will be your best for under $75, something like the 10B's on the last page.

 

[NameBack]

Originally Posted by BlackToothedGrin

Every shoe you post is different, and most are terrible. I think gently worn allen edmonds in brown leather will be your best for under $75, something like the 10B's on the last page.
I know there's a lot of variation, and some are definitely ****** The thing is that I'm lacking, well, a lot. I could use some loafers for s/s but also I don't have any proper oxfords that aren't suede. Basically I need a lot of shoes, in different styles. Some beaters would be fine for casual wear, but I wouldn't mind spending a bit more for something better on my more formal occasions. Other than the AEs, anything else stand out? edit: It's the dilemma of the man with the small wardrobe. I'm always torn between variety/versatility (because my wardrobe lacks just a huge amount of essentials), and spending more on a single great item. I want to be able to put good fits together now, not in 6 months. But, on the other hand, having crap is no fun. I guess I just need to figure out how to double my salary.

 

[ahjota]

I want an Alden cordovan derby. You should too.

 

[hendrix]

Originally Posted by NameBack

Grenson, I think Tylers? They want 104 GBP shipped (like $185). Seems steep to me for pre-worn. What would you all pay for them?

Also

Black Fleece white oxfords. $202 shipped. New with factory defect:

sorry, I feel like I'm spamming the thread. I'll stop now.

Those grensons are pretty bad. I've never liked the shape of their lasts.

If the defect comes out on the black fleeces, i'd probably grab them.

Originally Posted by BlackToothedGrin

I think gently worn allen edmonds in brown leather will be your best for under $75

argh, please no

 

[tween_spirit]

those black fleece saddle shoes are only like $220 without defects from the web store.

 

[nahneun]

Should I emaciate myself to buy this in a size 1

 

[nerazzurri]

$1300 down the drain rofl

 

[Lane]

Originally Posted by nahneun

Should I emaciate myself to buy this in a size 1

wont it stretch?

 

[nahneun]

I'm a big 46, but I don't know how much it'll stretch... it might be good motivation to finally get these last 10 pounds off though.