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  1. apack

    Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread 2016 - News, Pictures, Sizing, Accessories, Clothing, etc

     Another rec for the Dalton boots in walnut. I got a really good deal on a pair here on the forum, and have been wearing them all winter: They look great and have held up very well. I find that AE quality varies tremendously by model, and these are among the best I've seen. Very happy...
  2. Carmina Simpson last boots

    Carmina Simpson last boots

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    AE Dalton boots

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  5. apack

    Great Gatsby / 1920's Themed Soiree, Seeking Advice

    Here is a good historical clothing site that has info on dress of the 1920s: http://vintagedancer.com/category/1920s/ There are some suggestions on putting together outfits at http://vintagedancer.com/1920s/easy-1920s-mens-costumes/
  6. apack

    Advice needed on sportcoat&slacks casual fridays

     I like lightweight Italian cotton, linen, and cotton/linen blends for summer.
  7. apack

    Ask A Question, Get An Answer... - Post All Quick Questions Here (Classic menswear)

     Get insoles that fit your arches. I like these: http://www.feetrelief.com/feetrelief/pedag.htm http://www.feetrelief.com/feetrelief/tacco_main.htm The 3/4 length are good for dress shoes as they don't take up space in the toebox. You just have to find the ones that fit your feet and your...
  8. apack

    Cool Shoes, Paraphernalia & Desiderata - Part II

    Pantherella cashmere socks for 17 GBP / ~$24 shipped http://www.ebay.com/itm/Special-Offer-Pantherella-Cashmere-Purple-Ribbed-Mens-Socks-Limited-Stock-Left-/272128063771 http://www.ebay.com/itm/Special-Offer-Pantherella-Cashmere-Camel-Brown-Mens-Socks-Limited-Stock-Left-/272128067344
  9. apack

    Best Tailor in Chicago for Alterations?

    Can anyone recommend a good alterations tailor on the North Shore?
  10. apack

    The beginnings of a shoe collection

    I would go with a wholecut, something like https://meermin.es/articulo.php?idArt=4630 Or perhaps a dress boot that you can wear in bad weather.
  11. apack

    Which dress shoe brands come in NARROW?

    Beyond AE and Alden, the main options for narrow shoes are: Some major English makers like Alfred Sargent and Crockett and Jones are available in narrow sizes branded as Brooks Brothers' Peal or English lines and Polo Ralph Lauren's Made in England line. Similarly, Grenson makes the Stuart's...
  12. apack

    Best all-around dress/work shoe

    These are very, very high on my wish list. If I had normal-size feet then I would have bought a pair in the end-of-year sales. As it stands, it seems that I am probably limited to Alden, Carmina, and Allen Edmonds to get these boots in a narrow size. Here I must say that shelling out (ha ha!)...
  13. apack

    Best all-around dress/work shoe

    For an academic setting, I would still avoid plain black captoes, as they will probably get very little wear. So, unless you *need* formal shoes for a wedding or other similar event, I would buy something more interesting in black. There is a good overview of standard options at...

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