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17 June 2020, 12:57 AM | #3691 |
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17 June 2020, 01:03 AM | #3692 |
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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 Sent from my SM-N975U using Tapatalk
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17 June 2020, 01:11 AM | #3693 | |
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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.
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17 June 2020, 01:24 AM | #3694 |
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A gentleman must always remain a gentleman
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17 June 2020, 01:27 AM | #3695 |
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Personally, I just see the value of buying things that are well made, look nice, and are made to last.
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14 August 2020, 09:17 AM | #3696 |
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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. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk |
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6 October 2020, 05:46 AM | #3698 | |
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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 |
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6 October 2020, 05:55 AM | #3699 | |
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Luckily my feet are medium to narrow-ish in width so I can rock Carminas no problem. Cheers. Sent from my SM-N975U using Tapatalk
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6 October 2020, 07:15 AM | #3700 |
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This thread makes me miss pre-covid so bad :(
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6 October 2020, 02:05 PM | #3701 | |
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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.
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7 October 2020, 03:45 AM | #3702 | |
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Good luck on those Vass. I've seen great stuff from them on friends. |
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7 October 2020, 03:46 AM | #3703 | |
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I've seen plenty who did well with Vass. So let's hope for the best Cheers Sent from my SM-N975U using Tapatalk
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7 October 2020, 03:48 AM | #3704 |
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Rocking some Santoni FAM today! Made it out to the office, not wanting to be home today.
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And let us not forget our reason for existing 20201006_135605.jpg
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7 October 2020, 03:58 AM | #3706 | |
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Chapeau!
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7 October 2020, 09:24 PM | #3708 |
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Good Luck, I know I like the pair I own.
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30 October 2020, 11:18 AM | #3709 |
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My first 2 pairs of Vass! Couldn't be happier.
So happy that I'm eyeing two more pairs of oxfords! I have issues...20201029_115841.jpg20201017_183425.jpg20201017_153606.jpg20201016_121552.jpg Sent from my SM-N975U using Tapatalk
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30 October 2020, 12:03 PM | #3710 |
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Mora 2.0 from Allen Edmonds.
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30 October 2020, 02:32 PM | #3711 | |
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30 October 2020, 08:38 PM | #3712 |
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Love them.
I find the U and K lasts to be exquisite! Sent from my SM-N975U using Tapatalk
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30 October 2020, 10:47 PM | #3713 |
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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.
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17 November 2020, 04:28 AM | #3714 |
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New Vass incoming. F last. Walnut museum and dark brown museum calf.
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Nice!!
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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. |
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Carmina, Alden for dress. Bally and Vans for casual.
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