How many of you are into shoes... (Dress Shoes)?

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by airchitect

Anyone have thoughts on the Tod’s Gommino?

Who??

[tudorbaja27]

Big fan of Carmina!
Some Fratelli Rossetti and Santoni sprinkled in between too. Developed this addiction about a year ago (like I needed another).

Here a few. Love a classy, quality shoe. And a shine on it. 20200609_204435.jpg20200507_173059.jpg20200504_125210.jpg20200503_164845.jpg20200426_123624.jpg

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[dddrees]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Big fan of Carmina!
Some Fratelli Rossetti and Santoni sprinkled in between too. Developed this addiction about a year ago (like I needed another).

Here a few. Love a classy, quality shoe. And a shine on it.

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Nice!!

Having the same addiction, not such a bad one to have. Personally I would much rather pay a bit more for things that last and wear better than those that don't.

I have a few pair of Carmina's myself.

[tudorbaja27]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Nice!!

Having the same addiction, not such a bad one to have. Personally I would much rather pay a bit more for things that last and wear better than those that don't.

I have a few pair of Carmina's myself.

A gentleman must always remain a gentleman

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

A gentleman must always remain a gentleman

Personally, I just see the value of buying things that are well made, look nice, and are made to last.

[snoware]

Shoes carry you throughout your life.

It’s something I learned the hard way.
Too long have I neglected the value of shoes leaving me with a poor foot-condition . Until very recently when I learned about Santoni; wore them at the store and went all-in.

Love the process of acquiring, cherishing and fhen breaking in these bad boys on a befitting adventure.

Hand made (to last) in italy, finest leather guarantee, goodyear welted and wear like a custom-made glove.




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[JasoninDenver]

Originally Posted by snoware

Shoes carry you throughout your life.

It’s something I learned the hard way.
Too long have I neglected the value of shoes leaving me with a poor foot-condition . Until very recently when I learned about Santoni; wore them at the store and went all-in.

Love the process of acquiring, cherishing and fhen breaking in these bad boys on a befitting adventure.

Hand made (to last) in italy, finest leather guarantee, goodyear welted and wear like a custom-made glove.




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Beautiful double monks!

[decoplc]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Big fan of Carmina!
Some Fratelli Rossetti and Santoni sprinkled in between too. Developed this addiction about a year ago (like I needed another).

Here a few. Love a classy, quality shoe. And a shine on it. Attachment 1141887Attachment 1141888Attachment 1141889Attachment 1141890Attachment 1141891

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I'm a big fan of Carmina, but I have never been able to buy from them, size is a big issue for me. I wear size 17 EE, so most mainstream brands don't carry my size.

Luckily I found a newish brand on Reddit that works Made to Order, and offers small and large sizes, up to 17. I tried them and I must say that I'm more than satisfied with my purchase, quality is pretty good (blake stitched calf leather) for the price point. I bought a pair of Chukka Boots and a pair of Double Monks, and I can't tell you how happy I am for being able to wear stylish quality shoes, and not whatever is in stock and looks like a canoe.

Their website is People of the Seine

[tudorbaja27]

Originally Posted by decoplc

I'm a big fan of Carmina, but I have never been able to buy from them, size is a big issue for me. I wear size 17 EE, so most mainstream brands don't carry my size.

Luckily I found a newish brand on Reddit that works Made to Order, and offers small and large sizes, up to 17. I tried them and I must say that I'm more than satisfied with my purchase, quality is pretty good (blake stitched calf leather) for the price point. I bought a pair of Chukka Boots and a pair of Double Monks, and I can't tell you how happy I am for being able to wear stylish quality shoes, and not whatever is in stock and looks like a canoe.

Their website is People of the Seine

Good stuff! About to venture into Vass)

Luckily my feet are medium to narrow-ish in width so I can rock Carminas no problem.

Cheers.

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[James Madsen]

This thread makes me miss pre-covid so bad :(

I’ve been wearing sneakers pretty much ever since March. It’s atrocious lol

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Good stuff! About to venture into Vass)

Luckily my feet are medium to narrow-ish in width so I can rock Carminas no problem.

Cheers.

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I have one pair from Vass, but for various reasons that's the only pair of Vass shoes that I own and plan to own.

One reason was the numerous users on Styleforum saying they could never determine their size on any Last for certain because each pair they received was slightly different.

The second reason was because a good number of users on Styleforum mentioned that they had received shoes from Vass which had mistakes.

The third reason was because about the same time I determined that for various reasons to include a good fit and the styles of Edward Green and Gaziano and Girling were something I found more appealing.


Here's hoping you don't experience either the first or second issues I spoke of.

[decoplc]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Good stuff! About to venture into Vass)

Luckily my feet are medium to narrow-ish in width so I can rock Carminas no problem.

Cheers.

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Yeah, I just feel lucky to be able to rock something that looks good and doesn't look like clown shoes

Good luck on those Vass. I've seen great stuff from them on friends.

[tudorbaja27]

Originally Posted by dddrees

I have one pair from Vass, but for various reasons that's the only pair of Vass shoes that I own and plan to own.

One reason was the numerous users on Styleforum saying they could never determine their size on any Last for certain because each pair they received was slightly different.

The second reason was because a good number of users on Styleforum mentioned that they had received shoes from Vass which had mistakes.

The third reason was because about the same time I determined that for various reasons to include a good fit and the styles of Edward Green and Gaziano and Girling were something I found more appealing.


Here's hoping you don't experience either the first or second issues I spoke of.

Will let you know how it goes!
I've seen plenty who did well with Vass. So let's hope for the best

Cheers

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[tudorbaja27]

Rocking some Santoni FAM today! Made it out to the office, not wanting to be home today.

Boston is still a ghost town:(20201006_134646.jpg

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[tudorbaja27]

And let us not forget our reason for existing 20201006_135605.jpg

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[tudorbaja27]

Originally Posted by snoware

Shoes carry you throughout your life.

It’s something I learned the hard way.
Too long have I neglected the value of shoes leaving me with a poor foot-condition . Until very recently when I learned about Santoni; wore them at the store and went all-in.

Love the process of acquiring, cherishing and fhen breaking in these bad boys on a befitting adventure.

Hand made (to last) in italy, finest leather guarantee, goodyear welted and wear like a custom-made glove.




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Chapeau!

[mtasquared]

Originally Posted by snoware

Shoes carry you throughout your life.

It’s something I learned the hard way.
Too long have I neglected the value of shoes leaving me with a poor foot-condition . Until very recently when I learned about Santoni; wore them at the store and went all-in.

Love the process of acquiring, cherishing and fhen breaking in these bad boys on a befitting adventure.

Hand made (to last) in italy, finest leather guarantee, goodyear welted and wear like a custom-made glove.




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Congrats!!! Love the brand.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Will let you know how it goes!
I've seen plenty who did well with Vass. So let's hope for the best

Cheers

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Good Luck, I know I like the pair I own.

[tudorbaja27]

My first 2 pairs of Vass! Couldn't be happier.

So happy that I'm eyeing two more pairs of oxfords!

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[RJG]

Mora 2.0 from Allen Edmonds.

[dddrees]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

My first 2 pairs of Vass! Couldn't be happier.

So happy that I'm eyeing two more pairs of oxfords!

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Very nice, really like those black oxfords.

[tudorbaja27]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Very nice, really like those black oxfords.

Love them.

I find the U and K lasts to be exquisite!

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[dddrees]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Love them.

I find the U and K lasts to be exquisite!

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That's great, for me the Edward Green and Gaziano and Girling Lasts are the best fitting Lasts for me that I have ever found.

[tudorbaja27]

New Vass incoming. F last. Walnut museum and dark brown museum calf.

Exquisite!20201116_082052.jpg

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[swils8610]

Nice!!


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[dddrees]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

New Vass incoming. F last. Walnut museum and dark brown museum calf.

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Nice, a bit difficult to tell the difference in color from the picture however.

[tudorbaja27]

Originally Posted by dddrees

Nice, a bit difficult to tell the difference in color from the picture however.

Let's see if this is better. The difference in the shade of museum aren't extremely significant.

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[dddrees]

Originally Posted by tudorbaja27

Let's see if this is better. The difference in the shade of museum aren't extremely significant.

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Yes, much easier to tell now. Thanks

[Phrank]

Just got them cleaned up, what an awesome local find!!

Some vintage Florsheim Imperial Longwings in Burgundy Shell Cordovan...looked them up and they are the 93605, from around 1968-72 I'm thinking..sheesh, looks like they've never been worn.

Interesting, going to *maybe* have to send them to my Cobbler for a half-heel and a Topy possibly, maybe a French Tip? These have what's called a "suicide" heel...haven't even worn them yet.

[vman]

Carmina, Alden for dress. Bally and Vans for casual.