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

[zippyh]

Both are cordovan right?

Yes

 

[slows2k]

Been toying with picking up some darker LHS to complement the snuff version I have, since I wanted something darker too. Had a pair of color 8 I let go because I was never happy with the fit but love the suede versions. I considered the brown CXL, 17831F, but have no idea how they look worn-in; they seem to be rarely posted here. I had a pair of CXL Indys for some years that looked amazing as they aged, esp since the color became more red with time, but wondered if the CXL would look good in worn in on the LHS.

I am not a fan of some makeups in CXL but keep coming back to the way the LHS look in it. Anyone have these and can comment?

 

[CLH03]

Been toying with picking up some darker LHS to complement the snuff version I have, since I wanted something darker too. Had a pair of color 8 I let go because I was never happy with the fit but love the suede versions. I considered the brown CXL, 17831F, but have no idea how they look worn-in; they seem to be rarely posted here. I had a pair of CXL Indys for some years that looked amazing as they aged, esp since the color became more red with time, but wondered if the CXL would look good in worn in on the LHS.

I am not a fan of some makeups in CXL but keep coming back to the way the LHS look in it. Anyone have these and can comment?

They will look as good or better than the 403. Have seen these really worn in, they look really great. Definitely recommend if you can get your hands on it. One of the softest shoes you can find.

 

[slows2k]

They will look as good or better than the 403. Have seen these really worn in, they look really great. Definitely recommend if you can get your hands on it. One of the softest shoes you can find.

That's kind of what Im hoping for: something akin to the sneaker equivalent of nicer shoe. My snuff LHS are close but I loved never worrying about the CXL on the Indys at all. I dont baby alden suede but I am a little more careful than with other leathers.

Anyone have a pics of theirs? Finding pics of non-brand new ones is surprisingly difficult.

 

[jellyroller]

Been toying with picking up some darker LHS to complement the snuff version I have, since I wanted something darker too. Had a pair of color 8 I let go because I was never happy with the fit but love the suede versions. I considered the brown CXL, 17831F, but have no idea how they look worn-in; they seem to be rarely posted here. I had a pair of CXL Indys for some years that looked amazing as they aged, esp since the color became more red with time, but wondered if the CXL would look good in worn in on the LHS.

I am not a fan of some makeups in CXL but keep coming back to the way the LHS look in it. Anyone have these and can comment?

I’m currently sitting here in my snuff suede LHS debating if I should buy a pair of dark brown suede LHS.

 

[tuna roll]

I don't have any suede LHS (fit is not ideal for me) but I do have a pair of snuff suede tassel loafers and another idential pair but in dark brown suede (both Spigola).

My 2 cents: I wear both a lot. IMO snuff goes well with more casual clothes (jeans, chinos) and also lighter colored trousers (cream, taupe, white). Dark brown goes well with mid colored and darker trousers (charcoal, brown, grey) and look a bit smarter.

Snuff and dark brown seem to overlap but if you already have one and find yourself wearing it a lot, you may find the other actually quite complementary.

 

[jellyroller]

I don't have any suede LHS (fit is not ideal for me) but I do have a pair of snuff suede tassel loafers and another idential pair but in dark brown suede (both Spigola).

My 2 cents: I wear both a lot. IMO snuff goes well with more casual clothes (jeans, chinos) and also lighter colored trousers (cream, taupe, white). Dark brown goes well with mid colored and darker trousers (charcoal, brown, grey) and look a bit smarter.

Snuff and dark brown seem to overlap but if you already have one and find yourself wearing it a lot, you may find the other actually quite complementary.

I find myself wearing my snuff LHS pair all the time. They’re extremely comfortable and smarten up a casual outfit without being overstated. I’ll probably pick up a pair of dark brown suede LHS but the C&J Harvard in dark brown suede is also a contender. I’d say the Harvard fits me better (I have three pair already, lol) but I find myself reaching for the Aldens more often.

 

[slows2k]

I’m currently sitting here in my snuff suede LHS debating if I should buy a pair of dark brown suede LHS.

Dark brown suede is where I started my thoughts, then I moved to cxl because it’s even more casual and less necessary to take care of. I think there may be a place for both in the future. I wear my snuff lhs constantly. After putting them on I literally never think “maybe something else would work better”. They always work.

Maybe I should just buy a second pair of snuff haha.

 

[jellyroller]

Dark brown suede is where I started my thoughts, then I moved to cxl because it’s even more casual and less necessary to take care of. I think there may be a place for both in the future. I wear my snuff lhs constantly. After putting them on I literally never think “maybe something else would work better”. They always work.

Maybe I should just buy a second pair of snuff haha.

I know what you mean. When I bought my snuff LHS, I had no reason to think they’d get any more wear than any other pair in my collection. Now, I find myself wearing them at least once a week, and almost any time I wear jeans or a smart casual outfit with shorts.

 

[pb1338]

 

[Vincent George]

Ealdwine Phoenix.

 

[eyeofthek9]

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What are the model numbers / name / colors of the 3 of these shoes on the right?

 

[Franky]

A few shots of some Aldens

 

[Don L]

I know what you mean. When I bought my snuff LHS, I had no reason to think they’d get any more wear than any other pair in my collection. Now, I find myself wearing them at least once a week, and almost any time I wear jeans or a smart casual outfit with shorts.

same

 

[CLH03]

What are the model numbers / name / colors of the 3 of these shoes on the right?

From right to left, snuff suede, brown CXL, Humus suede. These aren’t in production yet, planned to be stock shoes for spring/summer 2025