Shoe Tree question

[IndianaGeo]

Hi, I recently purchased two pairs of shoes--Church's Ryder III's and Darwin loafers. I skipped on the shoe trees when they tried to upsell me thinking I could probably get a better deal on shoe trees somewhere else.

First question: Are shoe trees necessary for loafers?

Second question: I wear a size 9 1/2 UK / 10 1/2 US. It seems some sites say to buy shoe trees UP to the next whole size (i.e. 10), while another I saw said to buy DOWN to the next full size (i.e. 9). So I'm a bit confused here. Any insight is welcomed.

Third question: Where in the U.K. can I purchase (either online or at a brick and mortar store) a decent pair of cedar shoe trees that would fit either or both or the shoes I mentioned above?

Thanks very much.
Rgds,
IndianaGeo

 

[Ich_Dien]

Herring Shoes, £20. I'd size up if I were you.

 

[Lighthouse]

Shoe trees, you must use shoe trees! Cedar shoe trees, and some cloth shoe bags.

 

[justaguy88]

always use shoe trees, even on loafers.

 

[jbharris88]

Yes on the shoe trees. They are essential. I like split toe trees as they self adjust and fit a variety of sizes. Cheapest I've found: http://www.amazon.com/FootFitter-Ced...5017830&sr=1-1

 

[IndianaGeo]

Guys,
Thanks for the great advice and sources on shoe trees. I'll have to check out Amazon.co.uk for the Amazon idea. I really didn't want to spent 62 GBP at Church's for these things. Again, thanks.
IndianaGeo