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Clarks Desert Boots

kapli

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I have a pair of Wallabees in 8.5 that fit me really well, however when I was downtown trying out a pair of desert boots in black suede they were really tight on top of the foot when I was trying 8.5, and they didn't have anything bigger. Could there have been something wrong with the shoe? I usually have pretty small feet.. They fitted well in terms of length, but they were just too tight on the top of my foot so I had to struggle to get them on. I guess I'll go try another pair.
 

thebarsmydestination

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Originally Posted by pronxs
any suggestion to level-up from clarks DB. maybe loake, grenson, opening ceremony? alden's too rich for me. maybe not crepe sole.

I find the DBs that Vanishing Elephant puts out to be really handsome.

http://needsupply.com/desert-boots-in-navy.html

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I usually don't like anything Frye puts out, but their "Manny" chukka is also pretty appealing. Don't get it in black.
 

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They released a grey one that looked more black. Revolve had it for a minute, but they are all out. I'd love to get my hands on a purr.
 

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What kind of socks do you guys wear with your DBs? I bought a beeswax pair yesterday (7, sized down from my usual 8~. Not sure if I went too small, length seems fine but its a bit tight on the top of my foot) and ended up causing some nasty blisters due to rubbing.

I was wearing below-ankle socks (and it doesn't help that I was sweating profusely while walking long distances in NYC). Thinking I should switch to something that goes past the length of the boot?
 

clark kent

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Originally Posted by hboogz
These have probably been posted here before, but *******, these are murder.

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honestly man we have these where i work (a clarks outlet) in size 10.5 and they are on clearance for $39.99. we do free shipping if anybody wants them pm me and you can contact the store.
 

Regal

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Swapping out the fabric laces for leather ones makes a world of difference.

I bought some leather boot laces at Target for about $5, cut them in half, and my DBs look about 2x better imo.

Just a suggestion!
 

AlbertCamus

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i think by murder he meant bad but man those look good to me i might hit you up on that offer
 

hboogz

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Originally Posted by clark kent
honestly man we have these where i work (a clarks outlet) in size 10.5 and they are on clearance for $39.99. we do free shipping if anybody wants them pm me and you can contact the store.

Dogz, where do you work and how do i get in contact with them?

And when I say murder, i mean they are Fire...it's a Queens thing.
 

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I have to say I really like the look of desert boots and I went out a bought a pair of Clarks and I have been wearing them for about 4 months but, I just do not like them. They are very uncomfortable. I feel like I am wearing slippers, I like to feel solid when I wear shoes and these do not do it for me. Kinda regretting my purchase now.
 

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