Shoes - my humble collection

[jrsmiles]

I started buying nice shoes about a year ago, I'm hooked.

Front: AE Byrons, AE Fifth Avenue, AE McAllister
Back: J&M sneakers, J&M Dobson

The more I look at and wear the AE's, the J&Ms fall further out of my rotation. Plus they aren't holding up very well, the insole is starting to tear. These all get regular rotation at work. I did not include my yard mowing shoes, gym shoes and other utility shoes.



I think I'll try Alden's or C&J next. Thoughts? Nothing else in AE's lineup really interests me. I like the Strand and Fifth Ave in walnut, but those are really close to others I have already. I'd like something in chili, and something cordovan.

 

[bleachboy]

Buy a pair of Alden leisure handsewn in #8 shell cordovan

and a pair of Crockett and Jones Tetburys in chocolate suede

Collecting shoes: Welcome to your downfall!

 

[The Thin Man]

It's easier to try on Aldens than C&Js (if you're in the U.S.).

 

[MoxJr]

what is the difference between fifth ave and byron? they look the same to me?

 

[jrsmiles]

They are the same, Byron is a #8 last, Fifth is #5.

 

[flipster]

+1 on the Tetbury's. They are by far my favorite, and get the most wear. both office & outside.