Shoe appreciation thread

[lanatir]

Ah...now i see what you mean.
Looking at JL loafers i dun think any is whole cut.

I saw the description as " crafted from a section of leather that is cut in one piece. " for the Lopez so i thought it was whole cut.

Well i guess would have to see the models in person to decide.
Hope have time and around the boutique area.

actually ya, imho, if u wanna spend so much, better get a really nice pair of wholecut oxfords from JL. buying a pair of loafers from JL is like spending top dollar on a nice A or B class from MB (more like a 2nd car option if u get my drift).

u'll find greater value for money if u got a nice pair of loafers from PLAL.

[lanatir]

My faithful C&J Lowndes which has seen regular use over the past 5 years.

[Plankton-IkanBilis]

I do not want to sound cruel or offensive to anyone...no matter what shoes you wear, especially those formal and office shoes, just make sure that you guys get the right length when it comes to the socks...to me, there is nothing worse than exposing your skin the minute you cross your legs due to wearing short socks (unfortunately, most socks sold locally falls in this category).

Cheers!

[Kennypane]

my Cheaney wholecut oxfords

I must say u have impeccable taste in shoes, Kelvin 

[lanatir]

I must say u have impeccable taste in shoes, Kelvin 

thank you 

[dennis.T]

How your guys think about salvatore ferragamo shoes? On par to those true blue Italy or England shoe maker or just merely a fashion shoe?

[lanatir]

How your guys think about salvatore ferragamo shoes? On par to those true blue Italy or England shoe maker or just merely a fashion shoe?

if u find any classic or Tramezza models of SF with goodyear welting that has reasonable pricing, they are definitely worth a look.

[dennis.T]

I google around but cant see much info on their gazette loafer shoes.. Is it gazette consider one of SF classic and Goodyear welding?

[lanatir]

I google around but cant see much info on their gazette loafer shoes.. Is it gazette consider one of SF classic and Goodyear welding?

not welding. welting.

if u're talking abt their horse bit loafers, the ones from the Tramezza line are goodyear welted.

[dennis.T]

Hi Kelvin.. Thanks for the advise.. How abt this Grenson brand from England? Eyeing on their rose collection

[takashi78]

Dennis since you are in SG, check out the brand below.
Seems to have good stuff and you can custom make to the size you want as well.

https://www.facebook.com/edetal.sg

[lanatir]

Hi Kelvin.. Thanks for the advise.. How abt this Grenson brand from England? Eyeing on their rose collection

i dont have personal experience with Grenson but i think you can easily find impressions on the Rose line via Google.

having fun with coloured laces 

[budakkacamata]

hi all, thought of getting some opinion in here. My clarks shoes (black plain, leather loafer) had sole broken, so together with this rainy seasons, socks had been drenched with water few times. Has been a regular clarks man, having very limited shoe knowledge. Thinking of getting new shoes.

Just a rough guide, am looking for this kind of shoe, some call em loafer:


some criterias, but not strictly; rubber sole, flat if possible, some lace / or buckle to make more em.. expensive looking.
would appreacite any feedback at all.
dont mind ordering from oversea though, if reputable site.
hoping to walk in 2013 with healthy, clean and dry feet.

thanks and regards.

[lanatir]

hi all, thought of getting some opinion in here. My clarks shoes (black plain, leather loafer) had sole broken, so together with this rainy seasons, socks had been drenched with water few times. Has been a regular clarks man, having very limited shoe knowledge. Thinking of getting new shoes.

Just a rough guide, am looking for this kind of shoe, some call em loafer:


some criterias, but not strictly; rubber sole, flat if possible, some lace / or buckle to make more em.. expensive looking.
would appreacite any feedback at all.
dont mind ordering from oversea though, if reputable site.
hoping to walk in 2013 with healthy, clean and dry feet.

thanks and regards.

just a note, loafers are slip-ons hence they don't really need unnecessary embellishments such as laces (on derbies or oxfords) or buckles (which you find on monks).

[lanatir]

sometimes we can still find some unpolished gems in Plal...

[takashi78]

Looks great!
What brand?

Why no call me when you go visit 

[lanatir]

Looks great!
What brand?

Why no call me when you go visit 

i thought u die die want alden only hahah

cheaney 2nds lah... korek korek always can find something to buy. there are still quite a few gems around actually.

[terrenceterrence]

What are your opinions on AEs and Aldens compared to the European bench grade counterparts within the same price bracket?

 

[lanatir]

What are your opinions on AEs and Aldens compared to the European bench grade counterparts within the same price bracket?

imho, one has to compare it directly with specific brands. it's tough for them to be compared with C&J as the latter is well known to have exceptional leather quality. i've even seen many loakes that really impressed with their price points. i think, for many of these brands, u can't really go wrong. sure, there are plenty of comparisons online but alas, unless u travel a lot, it's gonna be really tough (unless u want the trouble of buying online - i always like to try my shoes before buying) to buy from both sides of the atlantic.

ultimately, again imho, if u can find any one with a great deal and good price, then whack only lah hahaha. in malaysia, we only have plal and maybe ed et al across the causeway for our options. got discount, got good deals, got the look we like - i just hentam lor.

[takashi78]

Looks great!
What brand?

Why no call me when you go visit 

i thought u die die want alden only hahah

cheaney 2nds lah... korek korek always can find something to buy. there are still quite a few gems around actually.

Never said that.

[lanatir]

Looks great!
What brand?

Why no call me when you go visit 

i thought u die die want alden only hahah

cheaney 2nds lah... korek korek always can find something to buy. there are still quite a few gems around actually.

Never said that.

ok ok come we go this week... love to help others spend money hehehe

[takashi78]

What are your opinions on AEs and Aldens compared to the European bench grade counterparts within the same price bracket?

imho, one has to compare it directly with specific brands. it's tough for them to be compared with C&J as the latter is well known to have exceptional leather quality. i've even seen many loakes that really impressed with their price points. i think, for many of these brands, u can't really go wrong. sure, there are plenty of comparisons online but alas, unless u travel a lot, it's gonna be really tough (unless u want the trouble of buying online - i always like to try my shoes before buying) to buy from both sides of the atlantic.

ultimately, again imho, if u can find any one with a great deal and good price, then whack only lah hahaha. in malaysia, we only have plal and maybe ed et al across the causeway for our options. got discount, got good deals, got the look we like - i just hentam lor.

Easy for Terrence to travel leh....

Terrence,
Have you seen anything good in Japan for their local brand?

Looking for maybe a casual suede shoe/leather that i can wear with and without socks.

Dont mind seconds as long as the defect not really noticeable.

Any suggestions guys?

[takashi78]

Aiya this weekend i going down to SG to meet with the guys.

Next week if you free.

[lanatir]

http://www.septiemelargeur.fr/

nah something for u guys

[takashi78]

Some nice stuff there!
But i am on the same boat as lanatir.
I prefer to try on a shoe. I have wide feet and in my early days no matter how much research i did, it was only a 50% success rate.

This is something i would be interested in as a casual shoe.



This wholecut looks awesome too !