The Official Alden Thread for 2019 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

[St Hubbins]

First wear for my new 990 factory seconds. Finally I’m appreciating Color 8. In fact, I’m loving it. Did I buy new grey pants just to wear with these? Yes I did.

And of course I already caught my right toe on one of the pedals of my car.

 

[mr.invincible]

is TSM done with second releases?

 

[audog]

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First wear for my new 990 factory seconds. Finally I’m appreciating Color 8. In fact, I’m loving it. Did I buy new grey pants just to wear with these? Yes I did.

And of course I already caught my right toe on one of the pedals of my car.
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Color 8 is a great color. Toe scuff may brush/spoon out.

 

[cxlfinder]

It's wingtip Wednesday. AoC dress wingtip boot in color 8 on Aberdeen last. Have a great day gentlemen.

 

[SLCRich]

Public service announcement. If you're at the Derby next week and see a guy in these? Say hi to me please

 

[caffed]

Riding to lunch wearing my TSM color 8 Indys on this glorious day in SF, CA.

 

[djbanor]

Brassvellos from J. Crew c. 2012. Amazing shade. Thanks to @JSO1 for the assist ;-)

 

[BackInTheJox]

Great shoot and nice looking loafers. Do you wear the loafers in the same size/last as the lace ups?

Thanks! These are 8D, same as my TB size. I sort of go back-and-forth between 7.5E and 8D for Barrie lace ups but 7.5E seems better.

These are a bit snug at first, which I prefer since they are unlined CXL. I have a pair of lined color 8 shell LHS that fit noticeably looser.

Awaiting the 7.5 pair to reappear for me..

I will try to get that pair sent back to TSM ASAP!

 

[St Hubbins]

I will try to get that pair sent back to TSM ASAP!

I was just refunded about $1350 today by TSM. Whew!

The 7.5D pair of brown CXL LHS I rented has now been returned.

That natural CXL pair looks great! 8D seems right for me too.

 

[audog]

I was just refunded about $1350 today by TSM. Whew!

The 7.5D pair of brown CXL LHS I rented has now been returned.

That natural CXL pair looks great! 8D seems right for me too.

That means more money for new shoes!!!!

 

[audog]

Didn't get a picture of the shoes, but 405's are awesome for dog walks/swims. He now smells like a lake. Had to put the vacuum cleaner on the bed as he likes to lay on the bed, but is terrified of the vacuum cleaner.

 

[savvysartorial]

If you wear thicker socks than dress socks, Barrie would work. Otherwise, I would go down 1/2 size from your Barrie size for dress socks or no socks.

Man, really? It's THAT big of a last?? I wear dress socks which are pretty thin.

They're very elegant. I can't think of anyone else here who wears that shoe.

It's wingtip Wednesday. AoC dress wingtip boot in color 8 on Aberdeen last. Have a great day gentlemen.

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Those are amazing!!! Exactly as that boot should be. I love Aberdeen. Flat welt + leather soles!

How old is that makeup?

 

[ymc226]

Man, really? It's THAT big of a last?? I wear dress socks which are pretty thin.

They're very elegant. I can't think of anyone else here who wears that shoe

I wear very thin merino wool OTC dress socks from Pantherella and Marcolianni but I used to have very skinny but long feet. Now gets a little swollen at the end of the day due to blood pressure medication. I asked someone at Brogue before I placed my order and the advice was spot on. I’d even say I could have gone a half size smaller.

I agree some of Brogues loafers are more elegant for Alden’s. As I only wear Alden’s, I hope Brogue offers more designs in the future. On my next office day, I’ll break in my Milano loafers.

 

[smartbrother]

(Cigar) smoke break

 

[ymc226]

As I am Asian, the general rule of no shoes in the house applies even to Alden’s. Given the fact I benefited greatly recently from the Brooks Brothers sale on all their Alden made cordovans (4 pairs), I’ll put in a rec for their Peal and Co slippers which are very comfy.