Custom White's Boots ... Thoughts?

[ojaw]

Done.

 

[andy b.]

I wear my Packers and BHs all the time with chinos and a sportcoat. I don't work at a law firm or financial company though. I think the biggest issue is how clean and beat up they are. If they are covered in mud and scrapes, they probably won't work as well as a pair that is clean and at least has a nice finish to the leather.

 

[Grayland]



I wear my Packers and BHs all the time with chinos and a sportcoat. I don't work at a law firm or financial company though. I think the biggest issue is how clean and beat up they are. If they are covered in mud and scrapes, they probably won't work as well as a pair that is clean and at least has a nice finish to the leather.

I agree that cleanliness has a lot to do with it. I find that they look great with chinos, moleskins, and corduroys; wool dress trousers....not so much.

 

[linafelt]



Several pages back I described a fitting issue I had. I am submitting this update to report that I had the issue resolved (remade by White's) and they now fit perfect. Andrew at Baker's did a great job of helping me out. I went ahead and had White's change the lowers to brown CXL.

Now for my next pair! My work environment is casual (jeans) and I purchased the BHs with that in mind. As luck would have it I have just accepted a position in a business casual (khakis/chinos). I have seen some post where some assert that SFs do not make suitable dress boots. I don't know if you really need "dress boots" for khakis, but would not some configurations qualify as "dress boots"? What makes a dress boot? I was thinking if configured appropriately it would definitely work with khakis, if not even slacks and a sport jacket. Does anyone have any experience trying to wear SFs in that sort of situation?

Maybe I am just blanking here, but what are SFs?

As far as dress boots, I'd say a black SD on black dress leather or HH would fit the bill. Or check out Alden boots for a lower profile. I think black Indys look pretty cool for a dressier look.

 

[andy b.]



I agree that cleanliness has a lot to do with it. I find that they look great with chinos, moleskins, and corduroys; wool dress trousers....not so much.

I agree. They work good with heavy wool flannel though.

 

[b-ewing]

Baker's in-house cobbler service on some SDs featuring Dr Sole's full cord half soles and heels. Not my boots, but been harpin on Kyle to stock this stuff

Hit him up to show the demand, boys!

 

[andy b.]

b-ewing,

I like that! How durable are those soles?

 

[b-ewing]

Andy, good question and one I've been asking myself. From what I understand its pretty legit stuff and should wear as good as any NOS Biltrite, Cat's Paw, O'Sullivans or similar cord/neoprene soles you can find.

 

[AcetoZipper]

My first pair of White’s boots arrived today! Happy just doesn’t quite say it.
Specs are as follows:
Custom Semi Dress - Chrome Excel Leather
Last Standard, Sole Vibram Composition Half Sole, Size - Length 10.5, Hardware Brass Eyes & Hooks, Edge Natural, Upper (Shaft) Leather Navy Chrome Excel by Horween, Midsole Single, Pull Loops Leather Pull Loops, Leather Liner Cream, Sole Trim Close Trim, Toe Vamp Leather Navy Chrome Excel by Horween, Size - Width D (medium), Toe Cap Medallion Toe Cap, Celastic Toe Box Single Celastic Toe, Heel Base Standard







BTW: The White's Semi-Dress blend coffee is the best, it's smooth and has a wonderful rich flavor!

Hello! Brother!

 

[gfloridafan93]

Does anyone have any solid pics of well worn in cxl boots with a toe cap? I am curious to see how the cxl creasing paired with a worn toe cap looks. Im trying to decide if I want a toe cap or not.

 

[AcetoZipper]

Does anyone have any solid pics of well worn in cxl boots with a toe cap? I am curious to see how the cxl creasing paired with a worn toe cap looks. Im trying to decide if I want a toe cap or not.

How about this?

 

[gfloridafan93]



How about this?

Looking good. How does the toe cap feel? Or does it not change anything?

 

[AcetoZipper]

Looking good. How does the toe cap feel? Or does it not change anything?

I wear soft toe, no steel toe cap, no celastic. My toes can move freely, quite enough space for my feet.

 

[4characters]

Hello! Brother!

Hi, nice boots!

 

[gfloridafan93]

Burgundy French Calf or Burgundy CXL for casual use? Any thoughts?