Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread 2018 - News, Pictures, Clothing, Accessories, etc.

[Shoenut]

Okay I bit the bullet.

No more mystery for those of you who do not visit the Alden thread.

Got this quite unexpectedly yesterday.
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So, my response was...

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Tuesday I hope.

How did you arrive at your size? I would have thought that you start with a C width in at least a 8.5.

 

[audog]

Okay I bit the bullet.

No more mystery for those of you who do not visit the Alden thread.

Got this quite unexpectedly yesterday.
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So, my response was...

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Tuesday I hope.

Sweet!

 

[Shoenut]

Sweet!

89 days and counting.

 

[St Hubbins]

How did you arrive at your size? I would have thought that you start with a C width in at least a 8.5.

Well, I’ve been to Leffot in Chicago and tried on a 979 which is the same exact style/last and it was good at least in the store. So that is my best guess starting point. Yes an 8.5C is something I wouldn’t mind trying but then I can kiss Whiskey shell anything goodbye until I’m in the $20K club probably.

 

[orange fury]

Okay I bit the bullet.

No more mystery for those of you who do not visit the Alden thread.

Got this quite unexpectedly yesterday.
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So, my response was...

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Tuesday I hope.

Damn, well done

 

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Also, mine are the Umber color. I would add another pair if they did a dark green/loden, but I’m not interested in the charcoal.

I’m wearing the grey today. They are great as they can be dressed up or down a touch:

 

[BagleyBrown]

Good morning (or afternoon for those in the east)! This is my first post and felt the need to do so because I've been weaseled. This thread and forum has started somewhat of an addiction for me, but I recognize there are many here that have gone well beyond where I would dare. I've lost a couple of lb's and have been updating my wardrobe. In addition, I need to look the part for my role in the work place. While doing this, it became a reason to purchase some new shoes. I had appreciated what I thought were nice shoes, but didn't really know what that was until i started visiting this site. Normally, I'm a cost-conscience shopper and my first pair of Allen Edmonds (Madison Ave from the Rack) showed that. However, it gave me a taste of something nicer than what I had been wearing and got the ball rolling. So, in 8 months time, here's what I've picked up:

- Madison Ave in Walnut (my first)
- Fifth Ave in Dark Chili (my fav so far)
- Park Ave in Black
- Strand in Taupe Suede
- St. John's in Chili
- Mcallister in Merlot
- Strandmok in Brown (just arrived, still in box)
- Palm Beach in Brown (most weaseled pair, just arrived)

I only "needed" probably two of the above in my old way of thinking (one brown and one black), but I happen to have very good reasons for all of them now! Thank you everyone!

Fantastic launching post here!
Looks like we need to talk about adding maybe just 1 pair of boots soon. And, for the record, some shell would enhance your closet beyond belief.

Okay I bit the bullet.

No more mystery for those of you who do not visit the Alden thread.

Got this quite unexpectedly yesterday.
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So, my response was...

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Tuesday I hope.

Wowee, I hope those work out for you!! And honestly, glad the clarity of such an opportunity broke out your wallet. I do not regret any of my favorites despite their cost.

Those will be go-to bad boys for the rest of your life.

 

[cc808314]

Okay I bit the bullet.

No more mystery for those of you who do not visit the Alden thread.

Got this quite unexpectedly yesterday.
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So, my response was...

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Tuesday I hope.

Congratulations man! Keep in mind that I can buy them from you if they don’t fit

 

[vmss]

They will because I keep asking questions. I just asked what exactly is the material that the gemming is glued to on the insole? I also learned today that their suede on the Mercer Street is polished. Follow up question, what kind of polish do I use on the Mercer Street Suede. At some point they are either going to kick me out or admit to some pretty crappy build standards. Either way, it will be fun.

Should be fun. I would be surprised if the person answering your emails know what gemming means.

 

[ace13x]

Good morning (or afternoon for those in the east)! This is my first post and felt the need to do so because I've been weaseled. This thread and forum has started somewhat of an addiction for me, but I recognize there are many here that have gone well beyond where I would dare. I've lost a couple of lb's and have been updating my wardrobe. In addition, I need to look the part for my role in the work place. While doing this, it became a reason to purchase some new shoes. I had appreciated what I thought were nice shoes, but didn't really know what that was until i started visiting this site. Normally, I'm a cost-conscience shopper and my first pair of Allen Edmonds (Madison Ave from the Rack) showed that. However, it gave me a taste of something nicer than what I had been wearing and got the ball rolling. So, in 8 months time, here's what I've picked up:

- Madison Ave in Walnut (my first)
- Fifth Ave in Dark Chili (my fav so far)
- Park Ave in Black
- Strand in Taupe Suede
- St. John's in Chili
- Mcallister in Merlot
- Strandmok in Brown (just arrived, still in box)
- Palm Beach in Brown (most weaseled pair, just arrived)

I only "needed" probably two of the above in my old way of thinking (one brown and one black), but I happen to have very good reasons for all of them now! Thank you everyone!

No boots? WTF???

 

[ace13x]

I just asked what exactly is the material that the gemming is glued to on the insole?

What are the money lines on the response being:

We don’t glue gems to the insole.

and

Rhinestones.

I may want to put down a few ducats on this.

 

[Thrift Couture]

Dalton on Dainite for this cool, drizzly Friday. Have a great weekend Gentlemen!

 

[armedferret]

Avenue the first for a ****** Friday.

Suitsupply and Alton Lane complimenting them.

 

[St Hubbins]

89 days and counting.

Were you keeping track for me? Because actually that sounds like round about when I bought my Navy Patriots.

 

[BackInTheJox]

Okay I bit the bullet.

No more mystery for those of you who do not visit the Alden thread.

Got this quite unexpectedly yesterday.
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So, my response was...

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Tuesday I hope.

Well, you finally outweaseled me when it counted most. I’m on the list (I hope, still) for the same shoe in the same size from the same maker!