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

[wurger]



http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/07/17/us-allenedmonds-sale-idUSBRE96G0OX20130717 [QUOTE url="[URL]http://www.reuters.com/finance/stocks/overview?symbol=JWN.N[/URL]"] (Reuters) - Men's dress shoe company Allen Edmonds is exploring a sale of the company, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
The Port Washington, Wisconsin-based company, controlled by private equity firm Goldner Hawn Johnson Morrison, has hired Robert W. Baird font-size:14px;line-height:1.6;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans;">A deal could value the company at $150 million to $200 million, the sources said.
Founded in 1922, Allen Edmonds sells its shoes through department stores like Nordstrom Inc ([COLOR=006E97]JWN.N[/COLOR]) and Macy's Inc ([COLOR=006E97]M.N[/COLOR]), as well as 38 company-owned retail stores. One of the few remaining American shoe companies, Allen Edmonds' shoes are handcrafted using a 212-step production process.
Minneapolis-based Goldner Hawn Johnson Morrison acquired the company in 2006.
Goldner Hawn Johnson Morrison could not be reached for comment. Baird declined to comment.
Allen Edmonds is among several footwear companies that have gone on the block over the past year.
In November 2012, Nike Inc ([COLOR=006E97]NKE.N[/COLOR]) sold its Cole Haan brand to Apax Partners for $570 million.
In May 2012, footwear retailer Collective Brands Inc was purchased by a consortium including Wolverine Worldwide Inc ([COLOR=006E97]WWW.N[/COLOR]), Blum Capital Partners and Golden Gate Capital for about $1.3 billion.
(Reporting by Olivia Oran in New York; Editing by Nick Zieminski)

[/quote] Interesting, hopefully whatever the outcome, they can keep the production in USA and QC high.

 

[rickrone]

bad news guys

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By Olivia Oran
Wed Jul 17, 2013 9:24am EDT
(Reuters) - Men's dress shoe company Allen Edmonds is exploring a sale of the company, according to two sources familiar with the matter.
The Port Washington, Wisconsin-based company, controlled by private equity firm Goldner Hawn Johnson Morrison, has hired Robert W. Baird & Co to run the process.
A deal could value the company at $150 million to $200 million, the sources said.
Founded in 1922, Allen Edmonds sells its shoes through department stores like Nordstrom Inc (JWN.N) and Macy's Inc (M.N), as well as 38 company-owned retail stores. One of the few remaining American shoe companies, Allen Edmonds' shoes are handcrafted using a 212-step production process.
Minneapolis-based Goldner Hawn Johnson Morrison acquired the company in 2006.
Goldner Hawn Johnson Morrison could not be reached for comment. Baird declined to comment.
Allen Edmonds is among several footwear companies that have gone on the block over the past year.
In November 2012, Nike Inc (NKE.N) sold its Cole Haan brand to Apax Partners for $570 million.
In May 2012, footwear retailer Collective Brands Inc was purchased by a consortium including Wolverine Worldwide Inc (WWW.N), Blum Capital Partners and Golden Gate Capital for about $1.3 billion.
(Reporting by Olivia Oran in New York; Editing by Nick Zieminski)

 

[Shouldaville]



ugh, that must be frustrating. Are you keeping them? As seconds that wouldn't bother me. But as a replacement pair of firsts? tough call. 

No question that AE's customer service is top notch but, based on recent posts, I'm starting to question their QC somewhat.

90+ degrees in July, I'm tempted to try again, but I'll probably just keep them out of fear of getting something worse. It really does have to be the perfect angle to catch.

 

[LaymanX]

Ugh... Hopefully this impending sale of the firm doesn't affect their legendary customer service or quality. I wouldn't bet against that however... They'll probably cut corners and bank on the strength of the brand to coast a few years while production values go the way of Florsheim, Bostonian or Johnston and Murphy.

 

[bespoken pa]

I would be curious to see what would happen with Mr.Grangaard. His participation in this forum has been of great benefit. I would hate to see him go.

 

[jasonmx3]

Not on my end -- they shipped yesterday, I got them this morning, all my shoes have trees and I've got spares for my brother-in-law. I'm sorry to hear it didn't work out for you.

Thanks. Must've been just my timing. Was hoping to get some spare trees as well.

 

[BigRob]

I bought black PA's at the beginning of the summer; I've been wearing them every three days or so since (rotating with dark brown PA's and some random Johnston & Murphys).

Just a few days ago the right shoe started rubbing against my right pinky toe in an excruciatingly painful way. I haven't developed a blister because I don't walk much, but the shoe is too uncomfortable to wear and I don't know what could have made this happen all of a sudden. I haven't changed socks or anything so I don't know why this has happened.

Anyone have any ideas? Will getting them stretched out at a cobbler help?

 

[thecooldude33]

A pic of my walnut Rutledges

 

[YoungSweet]

A pic of my walnut Rutledges

Wow They look great. How do you like the fit? I'm considering switching from my PAs to the Rutledges.

 

[Fabian43]



A pic of my walnut Rutledges

Ahh! The last AE shoe to acquire in my basic collection, your thoughts on the burnishing and whether the walnut is darker or lighter in your opinion?

 

[meursault42]

Finally picked up a pair from the nordstrom sale. I'm not a huge fan of black shoes, and so I hadn't owned any. I considered getting the grey ones they've had up on clearance, but in the end decided the black was more versatile and went with them. Very happy with my choice. Very worried about the possible sale.

Cheers.

 

[wurger]



Finally picked up a pair from the nordstrom sale. I'm not a huge fan of black shoes, and so I hadn't owned any. I considered getting the grey ones they've had up on clearance, but in the end decided the black was more versatile and went with them. Very happy with my choice. Very worried about the possible sale. Cheers.

Black shoes are the go for all formal occasions!

 

[docka]

Any recommendations on the upcoming Nordstrom sale?

Here's my collection so far:

PA - Black
5th Ave - Dark Brown
LaSalle - Chili
Strands - Walnut

I was thinking of another color for the strands (something formal, since walnut is not really an office friendly color) or the Daltons in dark brown or another PA (different color). Choices, choices......

Hypothetically, let's say every color is available.

 

[rydenfan]



I would be curious to see what would happen with Mr.Grangaard. His participation in this forum has been of great benefit. I would hate to see him go.

It would completely depend on the buyer. The investment firm may be looking for some liquidity and would move their interest to another firm who wishes to make no changes. They could be purchased by a larger group who operates them as a seperate business unit. Or, they are acquired and consolidates by other existing management. A lot with depend on the P&L of the company as was as the strategic brand strategy employeed by the buyer. I could go on and on about the ins and outs of M&A but I don't want to detail the thread and bore people to death. Needless to say it can go many different directions and will be fascinating to watch

 

[Upward]

Any recommendations on the upcoming Nordstrom sale?

Here's my collection so far:

PA - Black
5th Ave - Dark Brown
LaSalle - Chili
Strands - Walnut

I was thinking of another color for the strands (something formal, since walnut is not really an office friendly color) or the Daltons in dark brown or another PA (different color). Choices, choices......

Hypothetically, let's say every color is available.

Why is Walnut not an office friendly color?