The Official Alden Thread for 2025 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

[JTMD]

I was only asking about the shade @JTMD.

Here...stolen directly from the Alden Project for anyone interested in further details.

Alden 97504 Ravello Shell Cordovan Long Wing Blucher

Additional Model Details:

Barrie Last (runs 1/2 size larger)
Double Leather Outsole
360 Pre-Stitched Reverse Welt
Antique Edge

 

[WineAndShoes]

Are these the 4’s on Grant? Spill the det’s my-man. V-e-r-y nice. Pared nicely as well. Well-played!

Yes, these are the 4’s on Grant. Thanks to @JayDotz for selling them to me! I did their “Maiden Voyage” back around Thanksgiving.

 

[Shawnc]

Another day that screams of black shell. I like black shell, just like 8 a little better. Plaza flat welt (converted from antique) Indy’s from Yenni gets the call on this cold, blustery day in the Burg…….





Inspired by @WineAndShoes entry from yesterday, came very close to the 4 Wings on Grant but called a last minute audible.

 

[WineAndShoes]

Another day that screams of black shell. I like black shell, just like 8 a little better. Plaza flat welt (converted from antique) Indy’s from Yenni gets the call on this cold, blustery day in the Burg…….

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Inspired by @WineAndShoes entry from yesterday, came very close to the 4 Wings on Grant but called a last minute audible.

Very nice! You inspired me to pull the trigger on my first black shell --- the model 9071 straight tip balmoral. I need something to replace my 30-year-old Bostonians at the "cap toe" end of the suit spectrum.

Also, if I might ask, where did you get the trousers?

 

[Shawnc]

Nice. Alden brothers, inspiring each other. Of course you can ask @WineAndShoes. Believe it or not, these slacks are close to 10 years old and came from jcrew when the actually made quality slacks in non-skinny sizes.

 

[serbarristan]

Shoutout to the Alden bro wearing the 405s in Penn Station NYC last night at around 6:15.

Alden missed connections.

 

[Hisheirness23]

Two recent pick-ups from last week(end). First up are these Humus Suede "Manchester" NST Bluchers with 270-flat welt on Hampton last from Brogue. Add another Handsewn make-up to the collection! Love the blind eyelets and single Waterloc sole! I think these will be heavy in the rotation this Spring!

 

[Hisheirness23]

Second up are these Tobacco Smooth Chamois "EF-2" Perf Cap Straight Tip Jumper boots with 270-storm welt on Barrie from Ealdwine. These are extremely similar to the Alden Madison Indy boot make-up and shares about everything (including the neocork [brown] sole and Thomas heel) except for the toe box. I'm conflicted on whether I'll keep the tonal eyes/hooks or whether I switch those out with brass hardware.

 

[eric_61]

Two recent pick-ups from last week(end). First up are these Humus Suede "Manchester" NST Bluchers with 270-flat welt on Hampton last from Brogue. Add another Handsewn make-up to the collection! Love the blind eyelets and single Waterloc sole! I think these will be heavy in the rotation this Spring!
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Great photos. These look incredible. I've been thinking hard about the humus suede NST option on Brogue -- the Chiron Tanker Boot.

 

[Hisheirness23]

Great photos. These look incredible. I've been thinking hard about the humus suede NST option on Brogue -- the Chiron Tanker Boot.

Love those boots! They're fantastic! They also have Humus Suede U-Tip boots (handsewn) on Barrie. Basically Indy boots but on Barrie without the Indy quarter stitch.

 

[MrFingers]

Does the vamp in the LHS 986 eventually stretch out or mold to ones foot? I wore mines out for the first time yesterday and they're just a smidge tight, nothing too crazy but wanted to ask before I consider selling them

 

[jellyroller]

Does the vamp in the LHS 986 eventually stretch out or mold to ones foot? I wore mines out for the first time yesterday and they're just a smidge tight, nothing too crazy but wanted to ask before I consider selling them

I’m also curious about this. Mine were quite tight on my instep. I took them to a local cobbler to stretch the strap area and they’re much better but still a bit snug after a couple of hours of wear.

 

[eric_61]

Question after walking a few blocks outside on salt-covered, slushy sidewalks...

Which Alden leathers and soles hold up best in winter weather -- particularly on icy and/or salty sidewalks, and with snow hitting their uppers?

I'm thinking commando soles are probably best, right? Or is something like the crepe of the all-weather walker better because it gives you more ground contact?

And on the uppers ... my thought was maybe tobacco or earth reverse chamois? Or chromexcel?

I'd like to find a pair of Alden boots that are really good in the winter, but also versatile enough that I can wear them all year.

 

[Vincent George]

Here’s something you don’t see every day: Black Calf PCT TruBalance Boot on leather sole. A Moulded Shoe makeup.

 

[SonnyTheElder]

Here’s something you don’t see every day: Black Calf PCT TruBalance Boot on leather sole. A Moulded Shoe makeup.


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Huh, I didn't know Moulded Sole offered SMUs in anything other than the Modified last. Cool!