Allen Edwards or Alden Dress Shoes - Which Model/Last?

[wacomme]

I recently tried on some Alden dress shoes, and fitted to a 10.5 C or D. However, I don't have the money for buy $600 shoes (plain toe blucher with unlined vamp - I believe). What was nice was the minimal heel rise; I'm used to zero rise shoes. But I digress . . .

I want to find some Alden's or Allen Edwards at a discount store - most likely Allen Edwards since they're less expensive. But which shoe/last should I look for? Here's what I discovered about my feet:

• I have very thin feet - low volume
• My left foot measures about an 11; my right foot a 10 - a whole size difference.
• My arch is quite long - a 12
• My width is borderline C/D.
• I have narrow heels and instep.

The brown Alden in 10.5 D seemed to fit well. The salesman was suggestion C size which may or may not be better (didn't have in stock).

I know AE has many lasts. Which one(s) would match my feet best? I'd prefer a low heel rise shoe, but shoe fit is more important. I want a lace-up dress shoe.

Thank you.

Michael.

 

[breakaway01]

It would have really helped to know which Alden model you tried on. Alden has a number of lasts that fit quite differently from one another. I can't provide any sizing advice based on the information you've provided. You're best off trying AEs in person and making note of the models you try on.

 

[paxonus]

You aren't going to find AE at a discount store. Given the numerous widths they make, your best bet is to try them on at a store. Once you know your size in several different models, you can shop online. Try Ebay and shoebank.com--AE seconds--for the best prices.

 

[EZB]

You aren't going to find AE at a discount store. Given the numerous widths they make, your best bet is to try them on at a store. Once you know your size in several different models, you can shop online. Try Ebay and shoebank.com--AE seconds--for the best prices.

Maybe Allen Edwards is a fake version of Allen Edmonds sold at discount stores?
I’d recommend going the AE F2 (seconds) route or clearance time

 

[Jan Capek]

One wonders if three times a charm can still be considered a Freudian slip.

 

[EZB]

One wonders if three times a charm can still be considered a Freudian slip.

That's not what a Freudian slip is anyway lol

 

[wacomme]

You aren't going to find AE at a discount store. Given the numerous widths they make, your best bet is to try them on at a store. Once you know your size in several different models, you can shop online. Try Ebay and shoebank.com--AE seconds--for the best prices.

I went to an AE store in Denver but the salesman was awful and the sizes were very limiting. Not helpful at all.