The Ultimate Vass (Footwear) Thread (Pictures, reviews, sizing, etc...)

[Kanapa]

Are really nice at winter on this rubber Vibram soles.

 

[jischwar]

@Jmr928 Really? It's probably my favorite model from Vass.

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Would go great with corduroys, a sweater, a duffle coat, etc. Kind of a more refined version of those lugged Paraboot models that are trending.

But I agree that lugged soles are tough. I think they mainly look good on plain toe derby boots.

Are really nice

Make it a boot and I'd be sold

 

[JohnMRobie]

@Jmr928 Really? It's probably my favorite model from Vass.

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Would go great with corduroys, a sweater, a duffle coat, etc. Kind of a more refined version of those lugged Paraboot models that are trending.

But I agree that lugged soles are tough. I think they mainly look good on plain toe derby boots.

I think a pair in black could work well with fits with elements from Ikiji, Kaptain Sunshine or oversized Stoffa stuff.

Not a fan in a CM context though. The visual bulk of the commando sole I think shouts out for other heavy and oversized elements.

 

[emptym]

The visual bulk of the commando sole I think shouts out for other heavy and oversized elements.

Exactly, like corduroys (ideally wide wale), sweater (fluffy), and duffle coat.

I had a pair of black-split toes with lugged soles many years ago. Here's a pic from the late 90s in front of the Egyptian Museum.

Worn with tattered Grapevine cords (but narrow wale), some good, old, "spongy" cashmere, and the original Camelbak.

Maybe it depends on what you mean by CM. It's perfect for what some call, "rugged Ivy" (nice substitute for lugged ranger mocs). I don't think I'd wear them with a business suit, but I don't wear business suits very often. With something like whipcord pants and a tweed jacket, which I do wear? Definitely. I don't own any anymore, since it doesn't snow where I live now. But if I moved somewhere where it did snow, they'd be among my first purchases.

 

[Zapasman]

@Jmr928 Really? It's probably my favorite model from Vass.

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Would go great with corduroys, a sweater, a duffle coat, etc. Kind of a more refined version of those lugged Paraboot models that are trending.

But I agree that lugged soles are tough. I think they mainly look good on plain toe derby boots.

I always thought those soles were only for boots (ugly boots). I got the same pair showed above with the same soles for winter time and my impression has changed 180°. Fantastic combo.

 

[emptym]

^Yeah, they're great for those cold, dry days after a snow storm, during spring thaws, or walks in the country year round -- any time the ground is uneven, but not wet or rough enough for a boot.

I missed @jischwar's comment earlier, but I agree that they look good as a boot. Vass used to offer a model like that, but I haven't seen it on their site recently.

 

[DonRaphael]

Speaking of those soles, these are absolutely fantastic. I've persuaded Vass to make me a pair of shoes like the one pictured featuring a reverse split toe, but they won't. I'm being told that Ascot owns the model. Vass has the blueprint, but they don't have the right to use it since they don't work with Ascot anymore.

 

[E. coli]

Speaking of those soles, these are absolutely fantastic. I've persuaded Vass to make me a pair of shoes like the one pictured featuring a reverse split toe, but they won't. I'm being told that Ascot owns the model. Vass has the blueprint, but they don't have the right to use it since they don't work with Ascot anymore.
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Those were Simon Crompton's shoes that Karl at Ascot offered to make for him to review- the Kaan model in cordovan. I believe Simon ended up selling them this year on Marrkt.

Permanent Style

Ascot Shoes ‘Kaan’ cordovan shoe: Review

www.permanentstyle.com

 

[E. coli]

I always thought those soles were only for boots (ugly boots). I got the same pair showed above with the same soles for winter time and my impression has changed 180°. Fantastic combo.

I beg to differ, these I would not call ugly 😉

 

[ACLC]

I beg to differ, these I would not call ugly 😉

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Hey can I check with u whether the forefoot sole touches the ground when you put the heel flush against the ground? I just got my first pair of shoes with commando soles and want To know whether this gap is normal

 

[willyto]

Hey can I check with u whether the forefoot sole touches the ground when you put the heel flush against the ground? I just got my first pair of shoes with commando soles and want To know whether this gap is normal
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No, that's not normal at all.

When the heel is flat the sole should be touching the floor too at the same level., the toe is a different matter because depends on how much toe spring it has.

They will be very uncomfortable and the heel breast will push against your heel.

Taken from shoegazing( https://shoegazing.com/2022/04/03/in-depth-toe-spring-heel-height-and-creases/) , also Vass Shoes:

Also I just checked my teresianer P2 with Vibram soles and they sit flush both heel and sole.

 

[E. coli]

Hey can I check with u whether the forefoot sole touches the ground when you put the heel flush against the ground? I just got my first pair of shoes with commando soles and want To know whether this gap is normal
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No, that is not normal at all- the forefront should be flush to the surface like the heel.

 

[boilerMN2005]

Can't wait to receive my first pair of Vass brown loafers on Saturday! I will say that in addition to brown, I have been on the hunt for the perfect black calf pair and the Edward Green Piccadilly is something I wish was more competitive pricing wise. I haven't found an equal re: English style and stitching with that type of last shape. Maybe Vass could create something from scratch?

 

[emptym]

Other English companies have shoes that are very similar to the Piccadilly, such as:

Herring Riverford in black polished from Herring Shoes

Herring Riverford is a simple classic style loafer on a Goodyear welted leather sole.

www.herringshoes.co.uk

and

https://www.shipton.com/arran-mens-black-calf-loafer.html

They aren't quite as refined, but at 1/4 to 1/3 the price, they'll get you 90% there. New and used Piccadillys also pop up on eBay and other resale sites at times.

 

[Zapasman]

I beg to differ, these I would not call ugly 😉

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You are right, those boots look terrific with vibram too!!. What I tried to say is that before getting my pair with those vibram soles , all shoes that mounted them (including boots) looked ugly to me.
As @emptym said, take a pair of jeans in winter time and wear your vibrams in good health.