The Official Alden Thread for 2016 - Share reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

[Codysch123]



Just to make your choice tougher, what about this one - http://unionmadegoods.com/product/a...ront-boot-in-reverse-tobacco-chamoise-40207h/ ?  Or black suede - http://www.unipair.com/shop/alden-40285/ 

Believe me... I was drooling over that reversed tabacco. However, a Commando sole is a must this time. The Navy is beautiful too, but I'd prefer contrasting stitching. I'm told the Earth Chamois is a very unique charcoal color with undertones of green. I'm going in to see these in person tomorrow. I'll be sure to share photos!

 

[bkotsko]

Seriously need some help deciding. Two Norwegian Tankers. Left is Earth Chamois (smooth side). Right is Natural CXL.
In practical terms... I should get the Chamois because I could use dark boots more than light. Though I can't find much info about smooth Chamois because almost everything Alden has done with this leather uses the neppy reversed side. I think Natural CXL is rustic and beautiful, athough I have a lot of Natural CXL already. No matter what, they are both unique.
All that aside... which looks cooler to you guys?? I wish I could buy both.
(Photo credits: Brick and Mortar IG)

Smooth Chamois is awesome.
Here is a pair with about 3 years of wear.

 

[ReppTiePrepster]

Ravello LWB on crepe.

Just sold a pair with a very similar shade; already starting to regret it...

cigar nst

Perfect Dv, perfect!

Quick and dirty pic but excited my LS chocolate Tanker just arrived.

Congrats on one of Alden's finest suede make-ups!

Hello,
My #8 LWB first wearing.
Thank you.

This shade is absolutely regal in the sunlight!

Nothing new here but a favorite of mine...

Simplicity at its best...

Simple Indy 403 with 3sixteen shadow selvedge kibatas.

Simplicity at its best (in a slightly different lighting)!

My Monsters.. comfort X 10. Trubalance #8 NST

I want these in a big way! Enjoy them often!

Whiskey Almost Wednesday

And yeah I know my socks dont match my pants, I'm behind on laundry.

Not sure why I haven't worn my pair that look just like these; fabulous whiskeys! I will wear mine tomorrow! (BTW, socks don't have to match pants per se, mine usually match my tie or shirt)

Seriously need some help deciding. Two Norwegian Tankers. Left is Earth Chamois (smooth side). Right is Natural CXL.
In practical terms... I should get the Chamois because I could use dark boots more than light. Though I can't find much info about smooth Chamois because almost everything Alden has done with this leather uses the neppy reversed side. I think Natural CXL is rustic and beautiful, athough I have a lot of Natural CXL already. No matter what, they are both unique.
All that aside... which looks cooler to you guys?? I wish I could buy both.
(Photo credits: Brick and Mortar IG)

I personally like the look of the Natty NST, but you really can't go wrong...

WW

I unloaded a pair of whiskey PTBs years ago. Seeing these brings back my fondness for them. Enjoy!

 

[ReppTiePrepster]

Cigar cap toe today...

 

[steveyoo1983]

Just in case if you gents want to take a look at Alden's most up to date catalog...
Few styles (factory stock) were added

 

[sazon]



Just in case if you gents want to take a look at Alden's most up to date catalog...
Few styles (factory stock) were added

[ATTACHMENT=13786]ALDEN_CATALOG_09262016.pdf (1,047k. pdf file)[/ATTACHMENT]

Thanks!

 

[JSO1]

Whiskey wingtip blucher x Harrison Ltd today.

 

[ReppTiePrepster]

That is a fine looking blucher, @JSO1 ! I nearly had my chance with these but I was #3 for a run with two per size... ugh! You wear them well my friend...

 

[totalair1]

Picture from my hotel room in DC. Suit and tie day. Ralph Lauren suit with TSM Ravello NST shoe.

Steve

 

[chipshot]

Third outing for these today. Hard to see in this lighting but I believe the newer #8's have more eggplant

 

[chipshot]

Well done Steve on the NST combo!^

 

[kwhitelaw]

Sorry for the skirt around advertising for sale offerings, but any of the 11.5/12 gentleman please pm me if you'd like a list of stuff I'm soon unloading. Due to circumstances out of my control, I'll be selling off most of my pairs.

 

[docalden2013]

Things have been busy, so I rarely post or get to appreciate all the lovely Alden Appreciation. Glad to see the heavy hitters and veterans still at it (good to see Mdubs and DV and Repp and Sazon still here). Fun seeing the young guns like Jettasy owning it. Overall, I'm glad to see the welcoming and convivial atmosphere I enjoyed so much still at play. Hope you all are wearing your Aldens in good health!

Btw, black shell is underrated. My newest acquisition: Context Tanker boots in black

 

[MrDV]

Is this normal for Alden "first"?

yes, ive seen my share of that. i don't love that but don't mind it anymore.

Seriously need some help deciding. Two Norwegian Tankers. Left is Earth Chamois (smooth side). Right is Natural CXL.
In practical terms... I should get the Chamois because I could use dark boots more than light. Though I can't find much info about smooth Chamois because almost everything Alden has done with this leather uses the neppy reversed side. I think Natural CXL is rustic and beautiful, athough I have a lot of Natural CXL already. No matter what, they are both unique.
All that aside... which looks cooler to you guys?? I wish I could buy both.
(Photo credits: Brick and Mortar IG)

chamois

Cigar cap toe today...

killer boots rtp and thanks for the kind words. there must have been something in the air...

 

[MrDV]

cigar x aom