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

[orange fury]



 

[DoubleOldFashioned]

Middle Management Cosplay (c)

Also: Test run of tan-now-walnut grain MacNeils on a very wet Thursday in DC:

They feel great. I'm ambivalent about the rubber sole (but not about "Rubber Soul" - it's a fantastic LP!), as the grooves on the side bug me. That said, it's been grippy on wet floors so I'll prolly wait a bit before deciding to replace. Really dig the light walnut color; I might hit the toe with a *smidge* of Saphir Light Brown wax later, to get a little shine and darkening.

 

[donkeyhoatie]

Updated my spread sheet today just to see what I've worn in the last 2 months and it seems pretty balanced between 1-2 with a few at 3 wearings. Given the rotation size and that I don't wear them much on weekends that works. Only pairs sitting at 0 are grey suede strandmoks, tan shakers, and unopened boxes. I hate to part with the shakers but they appear to be mostly a closet trophy having only been worn 2 times since September.....

Dang, that's gotta be a pretty huge rotation to be sitting at 1-2 wearings over the past 2 months. I've been tracking since late January and with a rotation of 9, (well, 11 actually but I'm not counting the black PAs or the Maritimes), there are some that get 2 wears in a week. I'm talking about you, Higgins Mill and Normandy. Twice a week most weeks until it gets too warm for boots.

 

[St Hubbins]

Bourbon Fifth Avenues today with green cords and university stripe OCBD. Not pictured: awesome Donegal tweed Ivy cap.

 

[2Deuce2]



Dang, that's gotta be a pretty huge rotation to be sitting at 1-2 wearings over the past 2 months. I've been tracking since late January and with a rotation of 9, (well, 11 actually but I'm not counting the black PAs or the Maritimes), there are some that get 2 wears in a week. I'm talking about you, Higgins Mill and Normandy. Twice a week most weeks until it gets too warm for boots. 

@donkeyhoatie the Higgins in my normal 12 D are comfortable, not sloppy fit. Been eyeing the Normandy which is that larger volume B 34 last. Overlords 201 last fit well in my 12D. What's your take on the Normandy? Been kicking it around that a 11.5 D may fit better. Appreciate your comments.

 

[M2511]

Dang, that's gotta be a pretty huge rotation to be sitting at 1-2 wearings over the past 2 months. I've been tracking since late January and with a rotation of 9, (well, 11 actually but I'm not counting the black PAs or the Maritimes), there are some that get 2 wears in a week. I'm talking about you, Higgins Mill and Normandy. Twice a week most weeks until it gets too warm for boots.

I have ~34 pairs of shoes between AE (overwhelming majority), C&J, and Buday. I'd be hard pressed to wear them all out any time soon at the current rate of usage. I think its a relatively high number but it doesn't come close to some of the heavy hitters out there. There are several with more than that many in just shell alone. It definitely has me only buying what I really want now as I don't find myself with any gaps with exception of a nice loafer. The only pair I have with significant wear on the bottom is the walnut calf strand and honestly I doubt I'll recraft. Seems almost pointless when they can be had new from time to time around ~$240. If they were sentimental that'd be another story.

 

[2Deuce2]



Bourbon Fifth Avenues today with green cords and university stripe OCBD. Not pictured: awesome Donegal tweed Ivy cap.

Let's see that cap when you get a chance. I've gotten away from them over the years. Thanks.

 

[kammerer66]

Bourbon Fifth Avenues today with green cords and university stripe OCBD. Not pictured: awesome Donegal tweed Ivy cap.

Green and bourbon do look very nice together. I generally like all your outfits, except you know what.

 

[M2511]

Garnet Shell Cornwallis today:

 

[smfdoc]

Garnet Shell Cornwallis today:

Unicorn territory. Congrats.

 

[2Deuce2]



Garnet Shell Cornwallis today:

Spoiler: @m2511_

The Corny looks fantastic- waiting on my Natty Shells.

 

[2Deuce2]

Maritimes today. Back from knee surgery. Hoping SWMBO's sympathy carries over when I drop another pair of shells on her.

That's our other Golden, Cooper keeping an eye on me. He's a truly wonderful buddy.

 

[donkeyhoatie]

@donkeyhoatie the Higgins in my normal 12 D are comfortable, not sloppy fit. Been eyeing the Normandy which is that larger volume B 34 last. Overlords 201 last fit well in my 12D. What's your take on the Normandy? Been kicking it around that a 11.5 D may fit better. Appreciate your comments.

Funny you should mention the Normandy, since I'm wearing mine today.

I'm between 11.5 D and 12 D. Closer to the 11.5 spectrum. I've got the HM in an 11.5 D and it fits great. If I switch to thick, wool socks, it's not quite as great. But, for anything medium-weight or less, I have zero complaints.

The Normandy has a TON of toe box space, and feels like it has a little more length than the HM, although that may just be the toe box whispering sweet nothings to me. I've it in an 11.5 D as well, and even with really thick wool socks on, it's got space. I could have, and probably should have, gone down to an 11 D on them. So, If you're good in a 12 on HM, you're probably spot-on with going to an 11.5 D on the Normandy. Keep in mind that the Normandy is unlined, so that's part of the reason they seem to have way more volume. Also, the Normandy is ridiculously comfortable. It's not as good-looking as the HM, but that comfort factor really bumps it up a couple notches.

It really is a great boot, provided you understand its makeup going in. While it looks like an outdoorsy/do-everything boot, it's really not set up for really cold weather or really bad winter conditions. There's no lug sole, and no lining, so you lose traction and warmth. But, it has a double-oak sole, so puddles aren't a huge concern outside of being slippery once you get inside on a slick surface. Definitely looks best with denim, although you can pull it off with khakis/chinos as well, especially if you get one that doesn't have a lot of pre-distressing on it.

If you're on the fence about it (heck, even if it's just the slightest little hint of desire), go for it. You will not regret it.

Hope that helps. Feel free to ask about anything I didn't cover.

 

[FatTuesday]

More Trunk Show shoes in today!

Blue shell MacNeils. They look perfect upon quick inspection. Photos later, as I'm currently working.

Regarding Deuce's dog, Cooper, I too have 2 loving companions - Yellow Lab named Whiskey and a Black Lab / Shepard mix named Tango. No photos of them with shoes tho. At least not yet...

 

[bathiel]

Quick question on the Cavanaugh: I'm considering pulling the trigger given the sale price, but am concerned about the fit. Many of the reviews on the AE site indicated the shoe runs very narrow, and that they all wished they had gone up one or two in the width. Those of you who have it--what's been your experience?

Bernie