Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread 2020 - News, Pictures, Clothing, Accessories, etc.

[vdubiv]

Well...they’re here...Trunk Show Higgins Mills in Green.

LOVE the color. Love the double JR.

But...

Wrong welt Might not be a deal-breaker, but it’s not exactly what I had in mind. Will call my SA tomorrow...

Feel free to console / shame me for complaining as is necessary. View attachment 1478671 View attachment 1478672 View attachment 1478673

What size are these? Maybe I can score them as F2

 

[Vincent George]

What size are these? Maybe I can score them as F2

Haha 10eee.

The problem is that I really like how the color came out (tone, hues, gradient, etc.).

Not sure if / how I should make a stink. My SA will be in on Monday, so I know we’ll talk (I emailed photos).

I wouldn’t want them to re-welt / resole, as AE doesn’t use the same welt holes—thus making for problems down the line (fewer proper re-soles possible because of loss of viable material)...

I’ll probably just piss and moan here a little and end up keeping, but, again, I really did like the idea and look of a flat welt on these (especially seated on JR).

 

[OldTown]

Is it normal not to get a shoebank email after you make an order over the phone? I gave my email over the phone but still waiting on a confirmation email.

 

[MajorDash]

Is it normal not to get a shoebank email after you make an order over the phone? I gave my email over the phone but still waiting on a confirmation email.

It took 1.5 days for me to get mine.

 

[Roycru]

"Splendor In The Grass"

Wearing snuff suede Neumoks today.

For fans of "A-E In The Wild" pictures.

 

[ProfilaBinding]

I wouldn’t want them to re-welt / resole, as AE doesn’t use the same welt holes—thus making for problems down the line (fewer proper re-soles possible because of loss of viable material)...

They won't do this because it would require a recraft and thus the shoes couldn't be sold as "new." I had this same question last year. However, I'm confident AE will work out a solution for you. They did for me.

 

[mreams99]

Both will happen eventually. Covid threw us for a loop and we've had to put some projects on the back burner...but they'll happen eventually.

So you’re telling me there’s a chance.

Football grain Higgins!

 

[instigateur]

Night of 1000 Jack o Lanterns with my Longbranches.

 

[HCapLonghorn]

Shell Leeds for a little date night action with my fiancée

 

[pbrandes]

Count me among the RDA Woolites with today's deliveries:

It takes full sunlight to bring out the rich charcoal/mahogany contrast, the indoor photos don't do them justice.

Does AE sell mothballs for these?

 

[pbrandes]

One more RDA purchase, Pattons in natural chromex:

There's a slight L-R color difference which doesn't bother me in the least—variance is part of chromex charm.

Very nice. However, I'm not seeing as big of a difference between natural and brown chromex as we saw in this post of Ashley's.

In comparison with my OG brown Higgies, there isn't much daylight between them:

I believe AE's current brown chromex is significantly darker than my original brown, which would account for the difference. The current Horween natty is certainly an attractive option, but this is something owners of older brown chromex models may want to consider. Unless the current natty will change color in a significant way with age, I'm not seeing enough difference that would cause me to reach for one over the other.

 

[thefringthing]

I recently picked up some second-hand Lloyds in oxblood, and I'm appreciating them, despite the corrected grain. The 97 last fits just right.

 

[ProfilaBinding]

Thanks for that info Andrew. I do not have anything in 1943 last but I remember enquiring about the Cornwallis before (on AEE FB page) and had decided this particular last is not for me and I am unwilling to do trial and error with me being in Singapore. Will pass on the Chili University.

Was just going to add, I think you probably made the right decision. It sounds like you really need a 13 EEE. I'd hate to hear you order the 14 E and find out it doesn't fit well. I hope to visit Singapore one day!

 

[Shoenut]

One more RDA purchase, Pattons in natural chromex:

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There's a slight L-R color difference which doesn't bother me in the least—variance is part of chromex charm.

Very nice. However, I'm not seeing as big of a difference between natural and brown chromex as we saw in this post of Ashley's.

In comparison with my OG brown Higgies, there isn't much daylight between them:

View attachment 1479286

I believe AE's current brown chromex is significantly darker than my original brown, which would account for the difference. The current Horween natty is certainly an attractive option, but this is something owners of older brown chromex models may want to consider. Unless the current natty will change color in a significant way with age, I'm not seeing enough difference that would cause me to reach for one over the other.

A couple of things to remember. Brown or Natural CXL, just like Shell is a race to medium brown. The greasy brown CXL stuff from Saphir can darken your brown. I use brown Cordovan cream on CXL. Cause no wax. Third thing is just leave them alone and see what happens.

 

[bluejazzmonkey]

One more RDA purchase, Pattons in natural chromex:

They look awesome. I would truly appreciate a "heal to heal" side/profile photo of your HM and Patton (comparing the shaft height). Pretty Please.