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

[jnik]

Hey folks,

Long-time lurker (3ish years?) here who is finally getting to the point where the Alden collection is resembling enough of an addiction to where posting seems like a necessity. I'm posted up in Chicago for the next month working on a graduate thesis and could only bring two pairs (the horror), my factory second unlined BB LHS in #8 and these bad boys, new 664s which I got hooked up with from Gentlemen's Footwear last month. Looking forward to joining the discussion – have always loved following along here!

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p.s.: how's my Matt step?

Welcome, great handle

 

[oskrusa]

Wife ask, did you water my potted plants today??? I'm not the neatest water boy. View attachment 1197793

I thought it was cooking oil before reading. I was looking for a cooking theme in my mind. ;-)

 

[smfdoc]

And they dry out well View attachment 1197795

I will admit that I was not loan away by this leather when I first saw it, Then I kept seeing your pair. Now I really would like a pair, but that train has left the station.

 

[galileo]

Trying Matt Step

 

[chipshot]

Whiskey LHSes

 

[woofmang]

Anybody have a pair of the Alden of Madison Plain Toe Boot on Barrie with Crepe Soles?

Plain Toe BootColor 8 SHellD6879HC | Alden Shoes Madison Avenue New York

Color 8 Shell Cordovan Crepe Sole Barrie Last Speed Hooks Prestitch reverse welt Antique Edging SIZES AVAILABLE: 6.5E/7E/7.5E/8E/8.5E*/10.5D Please email the shop if your size is not available. We can wait list you for the next available pair.

aldenmadison.com

If so, can you share your thoughts on them? (Or on any Alden shoe/boot with crepe soles, really...)

I love the look of this makeup, but I've never been a fan of crepe soles, and I hesitate to drop that kind of coin on a boot that I won't end up loving in person.

Thanks!

 

[woofmang]

Hey folks,

Long-time lurker (3ish years?) here who is finally getting to the point where the Alden collection is resembling enough of an addiction to where posting seems like a necessity. I'm posted up in Chicago for the next month working on a graduate thesis and could only bring two pairs (the horror), my factory second unlined BB LHS in #8 and these bad boys, new 664s which I got hooked up with from Gentlemen's Footwear last month. Looking forward to joining the discussion – have always loved following along here!

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p.s.: how's my Matt step?

Welcome, Doc - the Matt step is looking good, as are your tassels.

 

[audog]

I will admit that I was not loan away by this leather when I first saw it, Then I kept seeing your pair. Now I really would like a pair, but that train has left the station.

Too bad you are not a 9D as I have a pair of Wingtips in the Country calf leather for sale.....

 

[audog]

Anybody have a pair of the Alden of Madison Plain Toe Boot on Barrie with Crepe Soles?

Plain Toe BootColor 8 SHellD6879HC | Alden Shoes Madison Avenue New York

Color 8 Shell Cordovan Crepe Sole Barrie Last Speed Hooks Prestitch reverse welt Antique Edging SIZES AVAILABLE: 6.5E/7E/7.5E/8E/8.5E*/10.5D Please email the shop if your size is not available. We can wait list you for the next available pair.

aldenmadison.com

If so, can you share your thoughts on them? (Or on any Alden shoe/boot with crepe soles, really...)

I love the look of this makeup, but I've never been a fan of crepe soles, and I hesitate to drop that kind of coin on a boot that I won't end up loving in person.

Thanks!

Have a couple pair of boots on that sole, and while not my favorite sole, it IS darn comfy. I honestly can't put my finger on why it isn't my favorite, perhaps its the leather toe cap thing, but if I were to rank I would put leather first, commando second, wedge third and crepe fourth. But that is just my opinion. And I would put Waterloc, etc with leather as I'm sure someone would say "What about ........"

 

[galileo]

Have a couple pair of boots on that sole, and while not my favorite sole, it IS darn comfy. I honestly can't put my finger on why it isn't my favorite, perhaps its the leather toe cap thing, but if I were to rank I would put leather first, commando second, wedge third and crepe fourth. But that is just my opinion. And I would put Waterloc, etc with leather as I'm sure someone would say "What about ........"

It's darn comfy x2
In right size it feels like sneakers.

 

[audog]

I thought it was cooking oil before reading. I was looking for a cooking theme in my mind. ;-)

Been there, done that, with cooking oil, ruined a good pair of suede boots with either cooking or lamp oil. Donated them to a good experiment cause because I just couldn't wear them any more, knowing what they were, and what they had become.

 

[audog]

It's darn comfy x2
In right size it feels like sneakers.

It is comfortable, not as comfortable as the wedge, or whatever it is called, sole, but comfortable.

 

[madhat]

Whiskey LHSes View attachment 1197892 View attachment 1197893

Those have taken on a great color!

 

[mdubs]

Something Fun... Alden Dog (or Cat) Day on 4th of July.

Gentlemen, with the upcoming holiday (4th of July), I thought that it would be fun to do something different and fun. For those of us with a furry (or feathery or whatever) companion, I thought that we could share a picture of our fabulous footwear and our furry friends. Please join @MrDV and I on this on 4th of July.

A teaser for fun...

Thanks,
Mike

 

[cnation]

Anybody have a pair of the Alden of Madison Plain Toe Boot on Barrie with Crepe Soles?

Plain Toe BootColor 8 SHellD6879HC | Alden Shoes Madison Avenue New York

Color 8 Shell Cordovan Crepe Sole Barrie Last Speed Hooks Prestitch reverse welt Antique Edging SIZES AVAILABLE: 6.5E/7E/7.5E/8E/8.5E*/10.5D Please email the shop if your size is not available. We can wait list you for the next available pair.

aldenmadison.com

If so, can you share your thoughts on them? (Or on any Alden shoe/boot with crepe soles, really...)

I love the look of this makeup, but I've never been a fan of crepe soles, and I hesitate to drop that kind of coin on a boot that I won't end up loving in person.

Thanks!

The only pro in my opinion with the crepe sole is the comfort. Other than that I find it more bulky looking than I want a shoe to be. It’s for sure a casual look. I sold mines earlier then I need to only because I remember other forum users saying how crepe soles ages faster in appearance. They look nice right out of the box but sadly looks horrible with continuous use.
Honestly with that price point, I’ll rather go with a commando or double leather sole.