The Official Alden Thread for 2024 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

[Franky]

Had a shell issue with my 986 and Alden fixed me up with a new pair, which was a lot more than I expected. I had a receipt that I bought them new so maybe that had something to do with it, but I expected them to be like it’s been a few months, kick rocks. Alden4lyfe

 

[Commisar]

Alden or bust for penny loafers (unless you can’t find the particular make up anymore like the unlined stuff).

For shell loafers 100000% Alden then maybe Rancourt.

Alden calf is nice. CXL... Rancourt, Oak Street and Grant Stone have you covered.

 

[Franky]

For shell loafers 100000% Alden then maybe Rancourt.

Alden calf is nice. CXL... Rancourt, Oak Street and Grant Stone have you covered.

Personally I think the van last is just too perfect for a penny loafer for me to veer too far off from Alden, though I do own some C&J Pennie’s. For other styles like horse bits or tassels I’ve been known to try some osb/GS tho 😉

 

[KarlHungus]

Split toe loafers for casual Friday

 

[WoolyLamb]

Split toe loafers for casual Friday
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What is the fitment on these like compared to the tassels?

 

[CLH03]

What is the fitment on these like compared to the tassels?

different last (Grant) and higher vamp, so much more secure and comfortable fit in my experience.

 

[WoolyLamb]

different last (Grant) and higher vamp, so much more secure and comfortable fit in my experience.

Dang the higher vamp may work against my flat feet. Thanks for the info. They look good though

 

[Commisar]

Personally I think the van last is just too perfect for a penny loafer for me to veer too far off from Alden, though I do own some C&J Pennie’s. For other styles like horse bits or tassels I’ve been known to try some osb/GS tho 😉

Heh true. How do you size your Van lasted loafers? TTS, 1/2 down.... A full down?

 

[Franky]

Heh true. How do you size your Van lasted loafers? TTS, 1/2 down.... A full down?

Yeah half size down from brannock. Brannock -1 width works as well, I have a van friendly foot which makes Aberdeen fit like crap lol

 

[WoolyLamb]

Yeah half size down from brannock. Brannock -1 width works as well, I have a van friendly foot which makes Aberdeen fit like crap lol

That sounds like the inverse of me generally for the same reasons I bet.

 

[mdubs]

Seriously considering a pair of these this year. Looked into a few other brands making shell loafers but these look the best to me

Alden or bust for penny loafers (unless you can’t find the particular make up anymore like the unlined stuff).

I would argue that Alden's LHS and their Tassel Loafer are pretty clutch and hard to beat!

-Mike

 

[Commisar]

Yeah half size down from brannock. Brannock -1 width works as well, I have a van friendly foot which makes Aberdeen fit like crap lol

Great to hear. I'll try and swing by my local Alden retailer today or tomorrow and see if they have any to try on.

Btw what is a Van friendly foot? I have a kinda boxy foot with a medium high instep...

 

[mdubs]

Good Morning Gentlemen,

I believe that I am a pidge late to this party, but without further ado, I am pleased to share the newest addition to my family, the Ravello Shell Cordovan PT Boot.

Made out of Alden's always amazing Ravello around the TruBalance, a true sight to behold!

Along with their Color #4, (Ravello), Color #2, and Whiskey Plain Toe cousins.

More pictures and information, always at:

Alden Ravello PT Boots – Alden of San Diego

aldenofsandiego.com

Thanks,
Mike

 

[Ancestral Star]

Btw what is a Van friendly foot? I have a kinda boxy foot with a medium high instep...

 

[sterlingindigo]

Good Morning Gentlemen,

I believe that I am a pidge late to this party, but without further ado, I am pleased to share the newest addition to my family, the Ravello Shell Cordovan PT Boot.

Made out of Alden's always amazing Ravello around the TruBalance, a true sight to behold!

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Along with their Color #4, (Ravello), Color #2, and Whiskey Plain Toe cousins.

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More pictures and information, always at:

Alden Ravello PT Boots – Alden of San Diego

aldenofsandiego.com

Thanks,
Mike

Exquisite photos and collection Mr. Mayor!