Patine Shoes - shoe brand from Poland

[blekit]

Over last to days I've managed to put together outfits with items made in Poland with one exception - the shoes. We have over here a great tailors, manufactures that produce shirts, trousers and accessories, but good quality GYW, classic shoes are hard to get (if you don't want to go bespoke).

This might however change in the nearest future. A few months ago Patine - Polish retailer of Yanko and TLB shoes - launched their own brand of GYW shoes. Although the shoes themselves are not manufactured in Poland (I believe it's some other European country, but I am not 100% sure), that's the first step in a good direction and I'm willing to turn a blind eye here. Especially given that the first few of their models were designed in cooperation with one of the best and the oldest Polish bespoke shoemaker - Mr Tadeusz Januszkiewicz.

I personally own one pair of Patine Shoes. Despite the fact that at the time of launch my intention was only to replace the most used/oldest shoes in my collection with pairs from well known brands known for very high quality of their products (e.g. Vass, Alfred Sargent or TLB Mallorca), I couldn't resist the opportunity to support our local brand and took a risk. I've ordered a tan full-brouges which were set to replace in rotation my first GYW shoes (Gordon & Bros Levet). When they arrived I knew I won't regret my choice. The leather was very supple and seemed to be of higher quality than in my Yanko shoes. The soles, overall craftsmanship and design also are really good at this price point (although, as admitted by the owners of the brand, there has been some oversight in the broguing of my model; but to be honest, I haven't noticed it until someone else on the Polish equivalent of SF mentioned it, and to me it's still a minor issue).

The shoes are rather casual in nature and as such got much more usage than any of my black cap-toe oxfords over last few months. Here's how the look now (aproximately 10-15 full day wears in various weather conditions)

 

[BXpress]

I gotta say their selection looks seriously good for the money. Certainly more interesing lasts than the likes of Loake, Barker etc.

 

[Kamil1987]

I gotta say their selection looks seriously good for the money. Certainly more interesing lasts than the likes of Loake, Barker etc.

If you calculate value/money ratio you get Made in Spain GYW shoes on lasts designed by one of the most renowned Polish bespoke shoemakers (T Januszkiewicz) in multiple colors/finishes for <250 Euro.
I know that from now on they use only premier Du Puy and D'Annonay leathers. To me that sounds more like +400 Euro specs...

 

[BXpress]

To me that sounds more like +400 Euro specs...

That it does. I'd better buy some before they realize.

 

[blekit]

The value for money here is in my opinion exemplary, that's why I thought I should share my experiences and start this thread. Although personally I'm focusing on higher positioned brands when thinking about new additions to my shoes collection (such as Vass, TLB or AS), I will seriously consider Patine too - especially when I will need to replace in rotation one of my current work horses

 

[BXpress]

Any chance of getting these Adelaide's in black calf?

https://patine.shoes/brogues-77005m.html

 

[Xune]

@blekit Would you be so kind to compare your sizing in Patine shoes on TJ last vs. Yanko 915, Vass F or Alfred Sargent 99 lasts? If you have any of mentioned in your collection, of course

 

[blekit]

@blekit Would you be so kind to compare your sizing in Patine shoes on TJ last vs. Yanko 915, Vass F or Alfred Sargent 99 lasts? If you have any of mentioned in your collection, of course

Sure. My only Patine pair is on TJ Oder F last and in 10.5 UK size. It feels very comfortable, the only minor issue is there's a bit too much space over my feet and the shoes in toes area. When I wear thinner socks, the shoes sometimes graze me a little.

Most of my other shoes in F width is in 10 UK size. In this size both Yanko 915, TLB Oliver F and Vass F feel similar (maybe a little tighter in the instep). Yanko 960 G, TLB Alan G and Vass F last with extra width added in the toes areccomparable in 10 UK size to Patine TJ Oder F in 10.5 UK. With Alfred Sargent I wear 10.5 UK (724 and 109 lasts) and it seems they are true to Patine's sizing.

 

[BXpress]

With Alfred Sargent I wear 10.5 UK (724 and 109 lasts) and it seems they are true to Patine's sizing.

Thanks, that is good to hear. 10.5 in 109 fits me like a glove.

 

[Xune]

Now that's an offer! Just placed one for double monks, can't wait for them to arrive at TheShine's workshop

But thinking of patina, damn. What have I done

 

[Xune]

Ha! Just received my MTO order! My plan was to grab a pair of shoes to be painted by TheShine. Opportunity came along when Patine.pl - Polish retailer - offered free MTO for their own brand. I quickly grabbed the opportunity and ordered double monks, but with more "standard" buckling system. Their RTW one I don't like that much, but it's purely personal preference.
Today I've fitted the shoes and they're snug, but should be fine. Having them on last designed by Polish master shoemaker is added value to me. I could have Yanko in that exact pattern in that exact price rightaway, but I decided to wait for MTO just to have that little touch. Love it!

 

[deliku]

Really impressed with these Patine Hudson G chelsea boots in burgundy, especially at their current price point. The last is elegant yet quite roomy at the same time. I’ll definitely consider Patine's house brand again in the future!

 

[moltoelegante]

I was curious about the returns policy but the "complaints and returns" page is only in Polish. (Fortunately, Google translate does a decent job of translating the page.) Seems that returns are at the cost of the buyer which is a deal breaker for me, as it would cost ~$30 (cheapest available method) and take 3 hours of my time just to return the shoes from my location. So far I have a 100% return rate when buying unknown shoes online due to improper fit

When searching for PATINE oxfords on the site, there seemed to be just one last (TJ Ina) which was not interesting for me due to the round toe style, and there were no burgundy options.

So a total of three deal breakers

 

[Kamil1987]

So a total of three deal breakers

1) I understand that the cost of return is a function of your location? I would ask their customer support, they know sizing in dozens of other brands and can narrow-down the sizes fitting you the best. I am in process of buying third pair from them online and never sent anything back so far. They are super-responisve and speak Enghlish for sure.

2) It's true they don't carry burgundy, if that helps here's the total selection of their oxfords from all three brands they carry - it is possible to find some good deals: https://patine.shoes/category/obuwie-klasyczne-oxfordy?horizontal

Best,
Kamil

 

[Concordia]

Just discovered this. Lovely lasts-- of course as a TJ bespoke client, I am a little biased.

Is there a retail outlet where one can try pairs on, or is is all by point/click ordering? And is there a MTO option if you have a color you like for a given style?