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

[flylikeneagle]

For inspiration, what makeups are people going with for the Amaretto GMTO?

I'm going with 80459, which is the boot in the middle, with medallion added to toe.


My inspiration is the first pair Amaretto's I ever came across, an Alden make up by Citi Shoes. This boot started my obsession with rare shell (specifically lighter shell). Here is a picture of that boot from Misterg's Instagram post

 

[Carmina]

Hey Shawn I added you a couple of days back, so you're good to go. Here's link to latest list:
https://www.styleforum.net/threads/...reviews-advice-sizing-etc.241469/post-9892094


Below are details. @Carmina please add or correct anything missing or misstated.

This is essentially an individualized custom makeup offered to a group of participants. The only requirement/common theme of this GMTO is Amaretto cordovan. Each participants can select any model that Carmina manufactures in cordovan, and specify a last, sole, laces, hardware, edge color etc. of their choice. You'll submit your order via Carmina's customization tool, which lists many models in boots, oxfords, derbys, loafers and monkstraps. You can also specify a model that is not listed in the customization tool, but offered by Carmina in the MTO or other sections of the website. You'll just need to make sure Carmina offers the model in shell cordovan (as far as I know, Carmina doesn't make wholecut, chealsea or jodhpur boots in cordovan).

The GMTO closes tomorrow, Carmina will PM discount codes to participants on Tuesday September 17th. Before you checkout you will see a comment box where you will need to specify you want the pair to be manufactured in Amaretto Cordovan.

If you do want a model not listed in customization tool, simply select a similar model from the customization tool and select any cordovan color. In the comment box request order be switched to the model number you want.

FYI, for this specific GMTO Carmina is offering complementary shoe trees.

Wonderfully explained, thank you!

 

[Carmina]

Updated Amaretto list. @Carmina we're at 26 participants. If any additional folks express interest before Sep 17th I'll add to wait list, in case anyone drops out.

@flylikeneagle
@p1yhRZks
@dfgiop
@serbarristan
@greenhouse
@Mr Clemson
@Darkkp
@stevefok
@danadd94
@Justsole
@FatTuesday
@Perfectcircles
@ThinkDerm
@Stavros
@rgweiser53
@montanasnipper
@Journeyman
@huytran12716
@pegthaniel
@Shawnc
@George Red
@fykchang
@Tiger81
@LAtty
@lcdx22
@Gertoshav

Waitlisted:
@melcahoon

Our styleforum GMTO's have proven to be a great success. We are excited for all the exclusive models you are creating and this wonderful community.

Tomorrow morning we will start forwarding your discount codes via DM, please remember to include a comment in your order requesting amaretto cordovan and any specific notes you would like us to take into account.

We might be able to fit in a couple more pairs, do add your names to the wait-list since we will do our best to manufacture as many pairs as possible.

 

[dfgiop]

I'm going with 80459, which is the boot in the middle, with medallion added to toe.
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My inspiration is the first pair Amaretto's I ever came across, an Alden make up by Citi Shoes. This boot started my obsession for rare shell (specifically lighter shell). Here is a picture of that boot from Misterg's Instagram post

I'm thinking exactly the same, the question is what last? Is it Oscar in that picture?

 

[Selection]

Updated Amaretto list. @Carmina we're at 26 participants. If any additional folks express interest before Sep 17th I'll add to wait list, in case anyone drops out.

Please add me to the waiting list

 

[Justsole]

I'm going with 80459, which is the boot in the middle, with medallion added to toe.
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My inspiration is the first pair Amaretto's I ever came across, an Alden make up by Citi Shoes. This boot started my obsession for rare shell (specifically lighter shell). Here is a picture of that boot from Misterg's Instagram post

I’m thinking of making one like the boot on the most right, but with toe cap instead of wingtip. Any idea if possible? Anyone know what model is that?

 

[ceriano]

Not to interrupt commerce, but today's Carmina's on the Simpson last.

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What color are these? Polo?

 

[Darkkp]

I’m thinking of making one like the boot on the most right, but with toe cap instead of wingtip. Any idea if possible? Anyone know what model is that?

The model number for that boot is 80277. The height of the 80459 is what deterred me from going for it, but now that I think about the 80277, it might actually get me into this style again. I am still debating whether I should just go for a PCT or a semi brogue boot.

 

[Darkkp]

@Carmina Is it possible to change the wingtip for a perforated cap toe for the 80277 boot? If possible how much would that add in terms of extra charges?

 

[Justsole]

The model number for that boot is 80277. The height of the 80459 is what deterred me from going for it, but now that I think about the 80277, it might actually get me into this style again. I am still debating whether I should just go for a PCT or a semi brogue boot.

Then I guess we’re in the same boat. What’s PCT?

 

[Darkkp]

Then I guess we’re in the same boat. What’s PCT?

Perforated cap toe.

 

[upr_crust]

What color are these? Polo?

I do apologize - I have no idea as to the exact name of the color, the box in which they came being long gone.

 

[flylikeneagle]

I'm thinking exactly the same, the question is what last? Is it Oscar in that picture?

Yes the boot in the pic is on Oscar

 

[stook1]

I'm going with 80459, which is the boot in the middle, with medallion added to toe.
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My inspiration is the first pair Amaretto's I ever came across, an Alden make up by Citi Shoes. This boot started my obsession with rare shell (specifically lighter shell). Here is a picture of that boot from Misterg's Instagram post

Another that is a similar aesthetic is the C&J Dundee, which is the model that inspired my pair. The main difference being the welt and heel counter. Just throwing it out there to help you with various similar patterns.

 

[stook1]

I’m thinking of making one like the boot on the most right, but with toe cap instead of wingtip. Any idea if possible? Anyone know what model is that?

You want the lower height boot with the heel counter and cap toe, right? @Carmina should confirm but my recollection is that there isn't a pattern for that exact combination. My order was for basically the same thing just without the heel counter, ie. 80179 with brogue and medalion added.