THE 2024 ALLEN EDMONDS (AE) APPRECIATION THREAD

[audog]

You'll probably find an opportunity. Keep checking shoebank, Ebay, Nordstrom, etc. I've seen a few in my size show up on the bank, but as smfdoc once told me, "if you snooze, you lose."

Pay attention to @smfdoc, he is one smart cookie.

 

[matwa]

Another pair of McGregors today (Brown this time). I am trying to actually wear some of my shoes. It is tough to keep shoes in circulation after reaching retirement...

 

[donkeyhoatie]

Always keeping my eyes peeled for the Freeport versions I'd like. I'll be ready to pounce when the right one is available at the right price.

I was playing around with the customizer on the AE site and built a burgundy brush-off leather version with double v-tread that I quite like. I came close a couple of times to picking up the standard brown brush off version that was available, but it never got to a price point that I was comfortable with. Don't get me wrong, I also like the idea of all the different cordovan customizations, but can't really stomach paying over $1k for a pair of AEs, unless it was something I was absolutely in love with.

I think burgundy is an underrated color, and I think the brush-off leather lends itself to some really interesting looks over time. But, then I asked myself if I really want to spend the extra $130 over retail for a boot that isn't as good as the color #8 shell version I ordered from a trunk show? No. No, I do not. If there were some Dublin options I could customize? Oh, yeah, then we'd be talking.

In the meanwhile, I'm just going to enjoy these mofos for the rest of the day.

 

[middlepP]

Moks today

 

[Peitron]

Finally got around to wearing these TS Specials today.

 

[madhat]

Always keeping my eyes peeled for the Freeport versions I'd like. I'll be ready to pounce when the right one is available at the right price.

I was playing around with the customizer on the AE site and built a burgundy brush-off leather version with double v-tread that I quite like. I came close a couple of times to picking up the standard brown brush off version that was available, but it never got to a price point that I was comfortable with. Don't get me wrong, I also like the idea of all the different cordovan customizations, but can't really stomach paying over $1k for a pair of AEs, unless it was something I was absolutely in love with. View attachment 2130957

I think burgundy is an underrated color, and I think the brush-off leather lends itself to some really interesting looks over time. But, then I asked myself if I really want to spend the extra $130 over retail for a boot that isn't as good as the color #8 shell version I ordered from a trunk show? No. No, I do not. If there were some Dublin options I could customize? Oh, yeah, then we'd be talking.

In the meanwhile, I'm just going to enjoy these mofos for the rest of the day.

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4 figure costs from AE…it better be the ultimate unicorn with all my specs perfect and built to perfectly fit my feet. I’ve got a pair of boots from another maker that didn’t bring me $1000+ enjoyment…I KNOW an AE won’t fair any better.

Finally got around to wearing these TS Specials today.

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I do not know what your day job is, but it better not involve filming on the same rug you pose your shoes on.

 

[Shoenut]

Trying to decide if this is worth $950 to me.

 

[FatTuesday]

If not today, then when?

I thought for sure @Ashley_S would have posted her purple suede by now 🤔...

#FatTuesday
Happy Mardi Gras!

 

[Shoenut]

My SA wanted to know if I ever wear my Landshark.

 

[ProfilaBinding]

Wore green shell today. It helps keep my feet warm in my office, which often is chilly right now. Sadly though, I caused the dreaded creasing beyond the cap. I was squatting down like a baseball catcher does and flexed them a few times. Learn from my mistake.

 

[Hisheirness23]

Wore green shell today. It helps keep my feet warm in my office, which often is chilly right now. Sadly though, I caused the dreaded creasing beyond the cap. I was squatting down like a baseball catcher does and flexed them a few times. Learn from my mistake.

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Think a deerbone session could fix that crease?

 

[coolarrow]

Dainite sole Universities for a so-so weather day:

 

[bluejazzmonkey]

Trying to decide if this is worth $950 to me. View attachment 2131063

Indeed. They are worth every penny.

 

[M2511]

Beautiful HMs! I do think this showcases the denim shell better than any other model that was offered.

I was just looking at the online shell customization and was super confused about the markup. Had to double back on the site and found that shell is now $850/950. When did that jump occur? I am curious why AE didn't pull the marketing move of announcing a price increase was coming, in attempt to create a rush on shell purchases.

In regards to the stock vs customize pricing, it seems each model gets a $5 up-charge, plus an additional $25 for JRs. Does that match what others are seeing?

As someone else previously mentioned, it seems you can get JRs on non-shell models now. 'Member when AE would not allow this, even if paying the upcharge during a recraft? Guess that policy has changed...

Just doing some catching up and read your post here. I didn't believe it so I went to check and sure enough... Wild prices. I guess this is how you justify a $200 resole instead of buying new... That price is something else. 2023 yielded very few new purchases (4 if I recall) and none with were AE. That trend may continue this year. Still love the pairs I have though!

 

[ProfilaBinding]

Think a deerbone session could fix that crease?

It might. The crease won't return unless I walk like a duck. It's not a major concern for me right now though.