Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread 2017- News, Pictures, Clothing, accessories, etc.

[audog]

I believe no. You could try the saphir resin repair cream in brown. You would need to sand smooth, fill in with the cream. Next day very light sanding and touch up. After it dries you can polish. But not a bad time to nail a shoe. Indy line is $150? off. I always do this when sale ends.

Thanks, I haven't ever used sandpaper on shoes, so may "tread" lightly. I was afraid they were not fully repairable.

 

[suuteebird]

 

[M635Guy]

Thanks, I was afraid it couldn't be repaired fully.

Hard to say. Probably a good idea to get some conditioner on it sooner than later. It might turn out more subtle than you think, but I doubt you can hide it 100%. Worth trying for sure though.

 

[St Hubbins]

Dressing for the weather and not the season today. Natural Oak Streets. Very pleased with the collar roll on this shirt.

 

[M2511]

Thanks, I haven't ever used sandpaper on shoes, so may "tread" lightly. I was afraid they were not fully repairable.

Fully repairable? If by that you mean that you won't see that there was a incident then no. It will always be present. You might be able to rehab it so that it is only noticeable upon close inspection but definitely not as if it never happened.

 

[audog]

Fully repairable? If by that you mean that you won't see that there was a incident then no. It will always be present. You might be able to rehab it so that it is only noticeable upon close inspection but definitely not as if it never happened.

I'm going to try some of the suggestions here and then they will become "casual" park ave's. Looks like I'm getting some (more) new shoes. AE shoebank loves me

 

[madhat]

Recrafting question:
Had a "run-in" with a file cabinet drawer, think these Park Ave View attachment 859741 can be repaired?

I've not had quite so severe a run in on mine, but they have definitely been scared by sheet metal over the years. To get them as smooth as possible the sanding/filler may be necessary. You might be able to flatten it out with conditioner and a spoon as noted above followed by a dye job. I found that just polish left too much evidence, so I stripped and redyed mine after their recent scrapping. You can just barely see that the scratch goes nearly along the entire length of the cap.

(The pic actually shows off the toe damage more than in person.)

 

[mcbachma]

I'm looking to pick up a new pair from the current sale to add to the rotation. Work is full business dress code and I currently have Park Aves (black), Fifth Aves (brown), and Strands (walnut). Any suggestions?

 

[Shoenut]

I've not had quite so severe a run in on mine, but they have definitely been scared by sheet metal over the years. To get them as smooth as possible the sanding/filler may be necessary. You might be able to flatten it out with conditioner and a spoon as noted above followed by a dye job. I found that just polish left too much evidence, so I stripped and redyed mine after their recent scrapping. You can just barely see that the scratch goes nearly along the entire length of the cap.

View attachment 859803

(The pic actually shows off the toe damage more than in person.)

Good work. They look very wearable.

 

[Shoenut]

I'm looking to pick up a new pair from the current sale to add to the rotation. Work is full business dress code and I currently have Park Aves (black), Fifth Aves (brown), and Strands (walnut). Any suggestions?

I would suggest either a McAlister or Jefferson in merlot or oxblood. I work in a full business dress code environment but guys are wearing
a lot of Long Wing Bluchers or fine dress welted slip-ons like Randolph or Lake Bluff. If you are full suit all the time then my first suggestion sticks. If you are like my work space, any odd slacks and button down shirt with sports coat then I am thinking Randolph all the way.

 

[madhat]

I'm looking to pick up a new pair from the current sale to add to the rotation. Work is full business dress code and I currently have Park Aves (black), Fifth Aves (brown), and Strands (walnut). Any suggestions?

Oxblood/Burgundy McAllisters. Could also go Burgundy Carlysle if you have some V in the others. There's also the Cornwallis.
Could go dress boot - the Fifth Street in black or brown.

 

[mcbachma]

I would suggest either a McAlister or Jefferson in merlot or oxblood. I work in a full business dress code environment but guys are wearing
a lot of Long Wing Bluchers or fine dress welted slip-ons like Randolph or Lake Bluff. If you are full suit all the time then my first suggestion sticks. If you are like my work space, any odd slacks and button down shirt with sports coat then I am thinking Randolph all the way.

Oxblood/Burgundy McAllisters. Could also go Burgundy Carlysle if you have some V in the others. There's also the Cornwallis.
Could go dress boot - the Fifth Street in black or brown.

Thanks for the suggestions guys! Definitely confirmed my general direction.

 

[marker2037]

If I wore a suit to work every day I would be all over Fifth Street boots in brown.

 

[mcbachma]

If I wore a suit to work every day I would be all over Fifth Street boots in brown.

For some reason, I've never understood dress boots. If most of the material is hidden anyway, what is the big draw? Especially in light of a higher price tag. Genuinely curious because I'd love to be converted.

 

[St Hubbins]

I'm looking to pick up a new pair from the current sale to add to the rotation. Work is full business dress code and I currently have Park Aves (black), Fifth Aves (brown), and Strands (walnut). Any suggestions?

I'll vote for Dark Chili McAllisters or perhaps Oxblood if they suit your tastes and wardrobe.