Foo, what is your verdict on the alden patent plain toe as I need a pair of correct formal shoes, and they seem to be the most affordable goodyear welted that look good
I would not get Goodyear-welted shoes, because the soles will be too thick, and therefore inelegant. Have you seen what Will at A Suitable Wardrobe is offering? Brooks Brothers is also a good source of evening shoes.
Yes my only concern with the asw is rubber heel and the piping on the vamp, not exactly a classic looking formal shoes. I figured the alden was well made and traditionally simple, without entering into vass/eg/jl prices