Carmina Shoes - Definitive Thread (reviews, advice, sizing, etc...) - official thread.

[Phoenician]

Well, whatever the **** ever. One, two, doesn’t ******* matter. Felt like three, to be honest.

It felt like three because you missed us so much

 

[stephenaf2003]

One week felt like three...sounds like someone might need to check out the Netflix doc, Social Dilemma....lol

 

[PGS]

Simpson 9.5 seems good since cordovan is lasted looser, but I have not tried Simpson.

You have clearly already seen my inputs, but jet’s perspective:
1. I don’t recommend doing an MTO with a last you have never tried
2. If you must do an MTO with a last you have never tried, and are 10.5D on the AE 65, 9.5 UK on Simpson is about the safest bet you could make.

Welcome! I like your line of thinking regarding sizing. Probably a wise choice on Simpson. However as Carmina goes, they recommend to never try a new last/size in a MTO. Perhaps you could get into the MTO and get a trial pair to confirm sizing and adjust if needed. Sara @Carmina might be able to help.

Thanks everyone for your input—very much appreciated. I'll look into whether a "trial pair" is feasible and otherwise mull over my risk tolerance.

 

[goalaso]

Anyone have links to photos (preferably on the foot) of *Oscar or Llubi lasted Chelseas*? I've seen a number of previous comments with interest in an Oscar chelsea but concern over how the two might mesh. Haven't been able to find examples other than a stock photo of this model on the Carmina site:

CHELSEA BOOTS 667 OSCAR ( INCL. SHOE TREE )

BRITISH TAN WAXY COMMANDER CHELSESA BOOTS ( INCL. SHOE TREE )...

www.carminashoemaker.com

I get heel slip with an Oscar last that is usually tolerable with thicker socks, break-in, and lacing in a boot (it doesn't work in a low shoe)- but I don't know how that will play in a Chelsea... Any advice appreciated

 

[CrashBurner]

Having a little experience with the Oscar last and Chelsea boots, I'd suggest a sleeker last. I've got numerous Jumper boots on the Oscar last and I wouldn't consider it in a Chelsea.

 

[CrashBurner]

Just one. But go ahead and keep saying two. Helps with the reign of terror.

@emptym's reign of terror is absolute. His power is terrifying. Where did we land on a Carmina For Sale thread ? Asking for a friend.

 

[Journeyman]

Where did we land on a Carmina For Sale thread ?

Right here - the Spanish shoemakers Buy/Sell/Trade thread:

Spanish shoemakers Buy, Sell, and Trade.

A place for B/S/T posts regarding all our favorite Spanish cordwainers and brands which manufacture in Spain- Carmina, TLB Mallorca, Norman Vilalta, Löf & Tung, J.Fitzpatrick, etc.

www.styleforum.net

I think that the idea is that you create a post in the Buying and Selling forum, and then you can put up a post in the Spanish Shoemakers thread about it, with a link back to your post in the B&S forum.

 

[CrashBurner]

Right here - the Spanish shoemakers Buy/Sell/Trade thread:

Spanish shoemakers Buy, Sell, and Trade.

A place for B/S/T posts regarding all our favorite Spanish cordwainers and brands which manufacture in Spain- Carmina, TLB Mallorca, Norman Vilalta, Löf & Tung, J.Fitzpatrick, etc.

www.styleforum.net

I think that the idea is that you create a post in the Buying and Selling forum, and then you can put up a post in the Spanish Shoemakers thread about it, with a link back to your post in the B&S forum.

Thanks @Journeyman ?

 

[officine]

Gentlemen, a quick question if I may. Who owns black chromexcel and how does it age? Does some brown/copper tones start seeping through to the surface over time, or does it just remain same color (assuming don't apply polish). Any help is welcomed. Thanks

 

[Betelgeuse]

Chelseas.

 

[Link-of-time]

Thinking about ordering my first pair of Carmina in Bourbon cordovan, in terms of aesthetic is the Detroit last the most similar to Alden's Barrie last?

 

[flylikeneagle]

Message deleted .... decided to DM Sara instead of posting in this thread

 

[Betelgeuse]

String loafers.

 

[ErPupone4]

String loafers.

Details on those pants? They look great.

 

[Betelgeuse]

Details on those pants? They look great.

Thanks! Those are from Spier & Mackay.