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

[jet-stream]

Do you ever wear them with jeans?

I haven’t but would not object to it ... even for casual wear, loafers seem like they belong with chinos, at least for me.

 

[circumspice]

I am a savage who has worn my brown suede 10082 with shorts, jeans, grey flannels, white cotton trousers, dove grey linen...

 

[markythemartian]

Sup guys. I'm a newbie and I just wanted to share my first shell cordovan and my first Carmina.
I understand the obsession now. Such a great shoemaker.

 

[cc808314]

Sup guys. I'm a newbie and I just wanted to share my first shell cordovan and my first Carmina.
I understand the obsession now. Such a great shoemaker.

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Great shoes! What last are they on?

 

[markythemartian]

Great shoes! What last are they on?

They are on the Oscar last. They are pretty sleek but still have that rounded toe.

 

[jet-stream]

Do you have any Oscar lasted shoes to compare at the toe with Robert, side by side?. Thanks.

With apologies for the delay:

The left is a chukka on Robert, the right a jumper boot on Oscar.
As you can see, the Oscar is quite a bit more symmetrical - the medial (inside) aspect of the Robert stays much straighter from the ball of the foot. Personally, I like the look quite a bit - it gives a bit of visual intrigue to an otherwise conservative toe.

I don’t notice a difference in fit, but if the big toe area is ever an issue for you the Oscar could potentially hit it.

 

[dave_rawitat]

Wearing this today. Still breaking them in. The creasing on the left was pressing directly against my rightmost toe ... so it was pretty painful on the first two wears. Quite comfortable now.

Sorry for the bad lighting. I'm at a hospital (and reading the forum + post this to pass time). Will post a better photo of this one later

Oxford 80391, Rain last, Museum calf burgundy.

 

[dave_rawitat]

Have too much free time (still waiting in the queue) ..... so here it is. Out of the box + First polish. This is actually my first pair of Museum calf, and Carmina didn't let me down. Absolutely gorgeous.

 

[Zapasman]

With apologies for the delay:
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The left is a chukka on Robert, the right a jumper boot on Oscar.
As you can see, the Oscar is quite a bit more symmetrical - the medial (inside) aspect of the Robert stays much straighter from the ball of the foot. Personally, I like the look quite a bit - it gives a bit of visual intrigue to an otherwise conservative toe.

I don’t notice a difference in fit, but if the big toe area is ever an issue for you the Oscar could potentially hit it.

Thank you very much, great info. Now I have a clear view of the last. I still prefer the shape of Oscar for jumper boots. Cheers.

 

[Mrlol]

What is THE difference in forest vs oscar last? Thanks

 

[Taverner.cohen]

What is THE difference in forest vs oscar last? Thanks

 

[Taverner.cohen]

What is THE difference in forest vs oscar last? Thanks

I was taught that an image is worth a thousand words

 

[Paul902]

Hi, anyone have pictures of either brown grain or chestnut antique grain cap toe Oscar Jumpers in the wild? I'm trying to decide between the two colours. I'd be typically wearing with either navy or dark brown 5-pocket jeans, or dark or light denim.

 

[gianm]

Have too much free time (still waiting in the queue) ..... so here it is. Out of the box + First polish. This is actually my first pair of Museum calf, and Carmina didn't let me down. Absolutely gorgeous.

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Are these MTO? I've been considering getting an Adelaide as one of my next pairs.

 

[gianm]

Is there a pair of chocolate brown suede Carminas would people recommend? I want a versatile pair that can dress down a suit but also work with smart casual wear.