Double Monk semi-bespoke shoes in Chicago/LA/London ?

[enewmen]

Hi all.

I'm ready to get my first "real" pair of MTM shoes (that requires care and you don't throw away).
I was looking at double monk oxblood which looks versatile, but having a very hard-time finding where to buy anyplace.
I went to Nordstrom, but all I found looked Off the Shelf. Found nice pairs at paulevansny.com, but online ordering only.

I'd rather not order online, because my foot is a bit wide and with a high(ish)-arch that needs a simple in-sole. So I need to try it on with the in-sole. No special orthopedic needs.

Any suggestions where to find this without going full bespoke? I'm willing to spend for a pair that fits well, durable, looks hand-made (can be repaired), and very well hand polished.

thanks!

Notice the professional polishing and burnished effect.

 

[seferphier]

Wow. USD300 for MTM shoes that fit well, durable and handmade and hand polished. Let me know if you can find a deal like this. I'd like to sign up for it too.

 

[Ich_Dien]

Struggling to understand what you mean by "semi-bespoke"; especially for $300?

 

[enewmen]

Ok. I was missing something.
Increased the budget A LOT. I think I forget to add a "0".

 

[Ich_Dien]

Still...you say you want "bespoke" but then talk about trying on with an insole? Surely that'd just be RTW with an insole?

Also, I'm not entirely sure a double monk in oxblood is as versatile as you think.

 

[enewmen]

I was searching and thinking too much.
All I had to do was visit a local bespoke shoe store. They can easily make what I looking for that fits properly, has the type I want, the style I want. Yes, I also wrongly thought an insole was needed for a well fitting shoe.
Again, thanks for the help, I just have a lot to learn.

 

[Calzoleria Carlino]

I was searching and thinking too much.
All I had to do was visit a local bespoke shoe store. They can easily make what I looking for that fits properly, has the type I want, the style I want. Yes, I also wrongly thought an insole was needed for a well fitting shoe.
Again, thanks for the help, I just have a lot to learn.

I was searching and thinking too much.
All I had to do was visit a local bespoke shoe store. They can easily make what I looking for that fits properly, has the type I want, the style I want. Yes, I also wrongly thought an insole was needed for a well fitting shoe.
Again, thanks for the help, I just have a lot to learn.

I am an Italian bespoke shoemaker willing to help if you have any need. Can check our website or mail us for any Infos.
Www.calzoleriacarlino.com