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cordovan w/ tassles (the trad classic)
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Absolutely not.
Get either the original from Alden, or the version that they make for Brooks.
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Get either the original from Alden, or the version that they make for Brooks.
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http://www.aldenshop.com/DrawOneShoe.asp?CategoryID=51
? color seems dated.
thanks for the help - not the look for me. i'll stick with cap toes.
? color seems dated.
thanks for the help - not the look for me. i'll stick with cap toes.
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thanks for the help - not the look for me. i'll stick with cap toes.Originally Posted by heavyd
Hmmm...what was you reason for creating this thread, then?
There are several cordovan, calf, and reverse calf colors possible with the Alden loafers.
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http://www.brooksbrothers.com/IWCatP...=§ionsize=
ahhh now these i see... alas not cordovan... but not a huge factor.
ahhh now these i see... alas not cordovan... but not a huge factor.
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The color 8 cordovan is the best color to have.Originally Posted by Thurston
I agree, and think it also is the most versatile. Great for when taking one pair of shoes on a trip; the color is formal enough for business but also fine for casual wear.
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Absolutely not.Originally Posted by voxsartoria
Get either the original from Alden, or the version that they make for Brooks.
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I am no fan of recent Allen Edmonds models but I do have a pair of black Saratogas,
the Grayson's predecessor, that are over 20 years old. They make the term "gunboat" a
gross understatement. See a pair (not mine)
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/t...ma/00002-1.jpg
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I am no fan of recent Allen Edmonds models but I do have a pair of black Saratogas, the Grayson's predecessor, that are over 20 years old. They make the term "gunboat" a gross understatement. See a pair (not mine)Originally Posted by comrade
Am I crazy or do I see a pronounced absense of 360 degree welt on those Saratogas?
If so, I might forgive you.
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Am I crazy or do I see a pronounced absense of 360 degree welt on those Saratogas?Originally Posted by voxsartoria
If so, I might forgive you.
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If I understand correctly what you mean by 360 degree welt, you
are right. The AEs in the photo and my closet have a less pronounced
welt. Otherwise, relative to the Aldens they almost represent an instance
of footwear acromegaly.
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http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline...ategory=120552Originally Posted by heavyd
is this the way to go?
wow those are ugly.
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if so, i did not see and made the assumption this was only in the burgundy.Originally Posted by heavyd
it is a mild fascination based entirely on the polo website.
what from the polo webside made you want tassel loafers?
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Edit: ^Those RL C&Js are sharp.
Here are the Brooks (by Alden) shell tassels.
I have two pairs of Saratogas, one shell, one calf. I think they're great shoes, certainly superior to the current Grayson. However, since I got my shell Alden tassels I find those are my go-tos. If you're going to go out and buy one pair get the Alden (or Brooks) shell.
http://www.brooksbrothers.com/IWCatP...=§ionsize= ahhh now these i see... alas not cordovan... but not a huge factor.Originally Posted by heavyd
Here are the Brooks (by Alden) shell tassels.
I am no fan of recent Allen Edmonds models but I do have a pair of black Saratogas, the Grayson's predecessor, that are over 20 years old. They make the term "gunboat" a gross understatement. See a pair (not mine) http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/t...ma/00002-1.jpgOriginally Posted by comrade
I have two pairs of Saratogas, one shell, one calf. I think they're great shoes, certainly superior to the current Grayson. However, since I got my shell Alden tassels I find those are my go-tos. If you're going to go out and buy one pair get the Alden (or Brooks) shell.
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