Allen Edmonds Appreciation Thread - reviews, pictures, sizing, etc...

[mdubs]



Question for you guys: I was showing my wife the Strands as my next shoe purchase and her opinion was that it was a shoe that will go out of style.

Is the Strand a "now style" or do you think it will last the test of time. I don't want to buy a shoe that will be out of style in a few years.

Personally, I think she doesn't like shoes with any perforations in general so she may be biased.

The Strand is a part of Allen Edmonds "Timeless Classics" collection and I believe that is for a good reason. Walnut Calf as a preference may go out of style, but probably not anytime soon.

It may be a little bit of bias influencing that statement.

-Mike

 

[peppercorn78]

The strand is considered a "medallion half-brogue Oxford," and is about as classic and timeless a style of shoe as one can buy.

however, the walnut (tan) color is quite flashy, and wearing such a shoe with dark color suits is a trend that we may be on the back end of.

But the Strand in brown burnished is definitely a classy, versatile suit shoe that will last you for years. Also, the shape of the shoe is classic and not too "fashion forward" like many italian foot-spears.

What will you be wearing this with?

 

[DesertRat]



The strand is considered a "medallion half-brogue Oxford," and is about as classic and timeless a style of shoe as one can buy.

however, the walnut (tan) color is quite flashy, and wearing such a shoe with dark color suits is a trend that we may be on the back end of.

But the Strand in brown burnished is definitely a classy, versatile suit shoe that will last you for years. Also, the shape of the shoe is classic and not too "fashion forward" like many italian foot-spears.

What will you be wearing this with?

Thanks! I am actually looking at the Bourbon!

I will be wearing these with business casual. Khakis, grey and charcoal wool pants.

 

[GOP Shoe Guy]



Question for you guys: I was showing my wife the Strands as my next shoe purchase and her opinion was that it was a shoe that will go out of style.

Is the Strand a "now style" or do you think it will last the test of time. I don't want to buy a shoe that will be out of style in a few years.

Personally, I think she doesn't like shoes with any perforations in general so she may be biased.

The Strand is a timeless classic design. IMO it will not go out of style.

 

[random-adam]



Question for you guys: I was showing my wife the Strands as my next shoe purchase and her opinion was that it was a shoe that will go out of style.

For its intended use, there are few shoes more timeless than the Strand.

I wouldn't wear them with business casual, though.

 

[JSO1]

For its intended use, there are few shoes more timeless than the Strand.

I wouldn't wear them with business casual, though.

I wear my Strands (Walnut) with business casual (slacks, not khakis/etc.) all the time. I even wear them with dark jeans (and get many compliments). I think Bourbon might be even better suited for business casual or dark jeans wear than Walnut is.

 

[Badandy]

Looking to grab a pair of the navy suede Cavanaugh's. Not familiar with the last but I take a size 8 in 5-last shoes like the PA. Any idea how I should size this loafer so I can fit in it without there being too much heel slippage?

http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/producti_SF50021_1_40000000001_-1_50024

 

[lemmy127]

The strand is considered a "medallion half-brogue Oxford," and is about as classic and timeless a style of shoe as one can buy.

however, the walnut (tan) color is quite flashy, and wearing such a shoe with dark color suits is a trend that we may be on the back end of.

But the Strand in brown burnished is definitely a classy, versatile suit shoe that will last you for years. Also, the shape of the shoe is classic and not too "fashion forward" like many italian foot-spears.

What will you be wearing this with?

Thanks! I am actually looking at the Bourbon!

I will be wearing these with business casual. Khakis, grey and charcoal wool pants.

Do it. My bourbon Strands are my favorite non-shell shoes I own.

 

[JezeC]

leather of choice for rainy days?

Looking to add a pair to my collection that can withstand moderate rain. I'm also not considering commando or leather soles.

Thanks!

 

[peppercorn78]



leather of choice for rainy days? 

Looking to add a pair to my collection that can withstand moderate rain. I'm also not considering commando or leather soles. 

Thanks!

Dublin, Outland leather, or CXL?

I'm not sure what kind of cowhide it is, but my dark brown grain long branches do pretty well in the rain.

 

[djmiller]

Hi Everyone,

I am debating pulling the trigger on a pair of the Rutledge, but have concerns about the 333 last. I have a pair of bourbon McAllisters and Brogue Suede Strands in 9D that both fit great, and a pair from ermenegildo zegna that also fit excellent in 9D.Now the problem......

I have a pair of Walnut Flatirons in 9D that while comfortable, I feel like they are getting excessive creasing - a deep one in the right shoe in the toe box, and it feels like there is a bit much length there. I know the 333 last is supposed to be a bit longer - but my questions is, is this just my foot, or should I perhaps be wearing an 8.5D or 8.5E on the 333 last. The best AE experience I had was getting fit a choosing my first pair of McAllisters in New York. Here in Canada availability is slim so there is nowhere I can try these sizes

Any help is appreciated.

 

[gatszu]

Hi Everyone,

I am debating pulling the trigger on a pair of the Rutledge, but have concerns about the 333 last. I have a pair of bourbon McAllisters and Brogue Suede Strands in 9D that both fit great, and a pair from ermenegildo zegna that also fit excellent in 9D.Now the problem......

I have a pair of Walnut Flatirons in 9D that while comfortable, I feel like they are getting excessive creasing - a deep one in the right shoe in the toe box, and it feels like there is a bit much length there. I know the 333 last is supposed to be a bit longer - but my questions is, is this just my foot, or should I perhaps be wearing an 8.5D or 8.5E on the 333 last. The best AE experience I had was getting fit a choosing my first pair of McAllisters in New York. Here in Canada availability is slim so there is nowhere I can try these sizes

Any help is appreciated.

I've talked to a couple of sales rep at AE and they tend to recommend going down 1/2 a size from your brannock size. So perhaps, you should try 8.5D. The 333 last is long but also wider than the 5 last. I don't think you should go 8.5E. Good luck!

 

[YoungSweet]



Hi Everyone,

I am debating pulling the trigger on a pair of the Rutledge, but have concerns about the 333 last. I have a pair of bourbon McAllisters and Brogue Suede Strands in 9D that both fit great, and a pair from ermenegildo zegna that also fit excellent in 9D.Now the problem......

I have a pair of Walnut Flatirons in 9D that while comfortable, I feel like they are getting excessive creasing - a deep one in the right shoe in the toe box, and it feels like there is a bit much length there. I know the 333 last is supposed to be a bit longer - but my questions is, is this just my foot, or should I perhaps be wearing an 8.5D or 8.5E on the 333 last. The best AE experience I had was getting fit a choosing my first pair of McAllisters in New York. Here in Canada availability is slim so there is nowhere I can try these sizes

Any help is appreciated.

My experience is that the 3 last is wider. I went with the same length but narrower width (b).

 

[jrs311]

leather of choice for rainy days?

Looking to add a pair to my collection that can withstand moderate rain. I'm also not considering commando or leather soles.

Thanks!

I just picked up a pair of Gridirons during the sale that I love (v tread sole). I suppose the football grain isn't for everyone and may be a little casual for some offices, but IMO they are more versatile than you would imagine from the AE website photos. Leather seems really sturdy and I was in a little rain last week, it "beads off" more than my regular calf AEs.

 

[Ridge]

Hi Everyone,

I am debating pulling the trigger on a pair of the Rutledge, but have concerns about the 333 last. I have a pair of bourbon McAllisters and Brogue Suede Strands in 9D that both fit great, and a pair from ermenegildo zegna that also fit excellent in 9D.Now the problem......

I have a pair of Walnut Flatirons in 9D that while comfortable, I feel like they are getting excessive creasing - a deep one in the right shoe in the toe box, and it feels like there is a bit much length there. I know the 333 last is supposed to be a bit longer - but my questions is, is this just my foot, or should I perhaps be wearing an 8.5D or 8.5E on the 333 last. The best AE experience I had was getting fit a choosing my first pair of McAllisters in New York. Here in Canada availability is slim so there is nowhere I can try these sizes

Any help is appreciated.

I just picked up a pair a couple pairs, inc. Harrison, Rutledge & Park Aves. in 9E. The former 2 definitely feel a bit longer than the latter. I think you could safely go down a 1/2 size.