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  1. mottykytu

    Why highest shoes brand still do Book Binder/ polish leather ?

    We all know polish leather is a bad leather for long run especially in highest quality leather shoes and consider cheaper leather for shoes I wonder why super high quality brand like Silvano Lattanzi still use polish calf for their product ? Are they using different method or just trying to...
  3. mottykytu

    How to know if your shoes is crust leather or not?

    I have see many reviews, comments... say that if you don't take care well of Crust Leather, is may discolor the shoes Especially when using some conditioner that have cleaner in like Saphir Renovateur... it will destroy the shoes. Many famous shoes maker like St Crispin use Crust Leather, the...
  4. mottykytu

    Norvegese/Norwegian welted question, is it really better than GoodYear welted ?

    Norvegese recently has become a trend, many people prefer it to GoodYear, However as far as I know although it is better than Good-Year welted in Water-resistance , it also have many other downsize 1. It make the shoes look more bulky and not as aesthetic as the Goodyears ? 2. It make the...
  5. mottykytu

    The Myth of shoes break-in period

    So what we call break-in period is actually 1/ Your feet are used to the shoes more and more after each wear and feel it more comfortable or 2/ Your shoes actually is used to your feet, shape it to your feet and actually make the wearing experience more comfortable?
  6. mottykytu

    What exactly you call this Shoes toe? Is it elegance enough to wear?

    Looking for some Italian shoes maker and found this toe type (seem like only italian shoes maker do this type), it is not exactly square but also not round ! How will you call it ? Is it elegance to wear in real life ?
  7. mottykytu

    Kiton shoes Size help !

    Guys, I found some Kiton loafer online, have a 9 Size mark at the sole, the seller said it is 9US ,is that true ? Because I think Kiton will follow Italy size or UK size system which smaller 1 size to 1.5 size than Us? So if it is mark 9 as sole it is mean 9 Italy and about 10-10.5 US? Any...
  8. mottykytu

    Suede loafer Color choice, What after brown?

    I already have several suede loafer in brown, and have to admit it is very versatile , but I want to try something new, which color do you think will do the best versatile situation for suede after brown ? Navy, Black, Beige or Neutral ???
  9. mottykytu

    What Shoes Tree Brand you are using ? and the maximum you spent for it ?

    What Shoes Tree Brand you are using ? and the maximum you spent for it ? How do you think an Expensive shoes tree better than "cheap" shoes tree?
  10. mottykytu

    Do Hand Welted sole shoes need special skill to Resole than GoodYear Welted sole ?

    I know handwelted sole feel better and have ( in theory ) many more times to reslove compare to a GY. But do not know if resole for handwelted shoes need special skill than GY welted ? And can be done by 3rd party ? Since if I buy a Vass handwelted sole and don't live in Budapest, can...
  11. mottykytu

    Do this good-year-welt shoes need resole yet?

    Guy, can you advice me if this good year welt shoes need Resole yet guys? I really thankful if you can help me, many thanks https://ibb.co/FhrtM05 https://ibb.co/McH6my5 https://ibb.co/7NsdHQC
  12. mottykytu

    What is the different between Pale Blue and Light Blue?

    Is it true that Light Blue is "Lighter" than the Pale Blue, or the opposite? Which one do you have and prefer? Thank you for helping me ! :) <3
  13. mottykytu

    Tips to distinguish "hard 3 button" vs "3 roll 2 button"

    Hi guys, I believe you guys have many experience buy garments online on Yoox or Ebay ! Seller often call all the 3 button (include 3 roll 2 button) as "3 button front" and usually button the First one ! I understand they do that to avoid potential return or buyer remorse in the future. But do...
  14. mottykytu

    Sartoria CASTANGIA quality and cut?

    Dear guys Any of you have the experience with Satoria Castangia quality and cut?do they have napoli or milan cut? and do they stay in Boxy or Slim-fit side? Also how good are they compare to Kiton or Isaia? many thanks ! p/s: they have "platinum" and "1850" line, is the platinum a higher...
  15. mottykytu

    your thought about Satorio Napoli and Satoria Attolini...

    yes they are Kid brands of the 2 most famous Neapolitan Suit maker: Kiton and Cesare Attolini... But those the finish and fabric quality up to the level of the mainline? are they look more slim and modern? thank you !
  16. mottykytu

    Guess game: What is the maker of this Luciano Barbera?

    LB is known for top quality garments. But they do not make their all stuffs and have many different maker through out history. The point is that they do many different style from Milan to Napoli. So just base on the silhouette what marker do you think that made this Jacket? All the below are...
  17. mottykytu

    How should I start a Capsule Wardrobe ?

    I have research and many say 37 - 40 pieces is Ideal for a Capsule Wardrobe. Can you guy suggest me? So where should I start with? So how many Jacket/suit should I have ? and what colours/fabric shouldis a Must have ? (I'm in a very hot all-year weather) What Pants is durable/wearable in hot...
  18. mottykytu

    Are all Satorio Napoli made by Kiton?

    So I think they have : Satorio Napoli and Satorio Attolini So the Attolini one obviously made by Attolini. But how about the Napoli line? Does all of them made by Kiton and how good are they compare to the "True Kiton"? Many thanks !
  19. mottykytu

    Is Deconstruc Lining = Deconstructed structure?

    Are all Half, 1/4 or No Lining Jacket (usually in Linen or Linen Blend) also have no Canvas Floating and have Unstructered Construction? Thank you ?
  20. mottykytu

    Suggestion on Linen Blend !

    Hi guys, I'm going to buy a Sport Jacket for very hot tropic weather (about over 29-30 C out side) So I did research and found out that Linen blend and tropical wool like Fresco is better. Since Pure Linen is not drape well and will wrinkle very badly. The problem it Fresco is not available in...
  21. mottykytu

    The limitation of Alter/Tailor OTR or Vintage suit...

    So I'm going to buy OTR or Vintage suit Only and many people on the forum suggest to have the BEST TAILOR friend so that he can re-tailor those only garments and make it suit you the best But I know Tailor is not a Magician. He cannot make an OTR suit or 3 Bigger Size Vintage Jacket look like...
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