The 2023 Allen Edmonds (AE) Appreciation Thread

[Shoenut]

Carbón and gray.

What the 99% are wearing.

 

[Genericuser1]

Recent boot wears since it's almost fall.

 

[Vincent George]

#masshole

 

[madhat]

It's kind of funny to read "only 6". That's still a lot of one model if you really think about it. Sure, we don't have 97 like Strand King, but 6 is still a lot for the average guy on here.

I also just realized I have 8 variations of the Strand if you count the Bartlett, Rush St, & Strandmoks. The most recent one I regret missing was the Tinsel Ave. I just couldn't justify $395 on them though.

Considering it’s only 8% of my collection, I think “only” is acceptable😜

 

[Vincent George]

Considering it’s only 8% of my collection, I think “only” is acceptable😜

“…they did the math”:

6 X
— — = 75
8 100

 

[madhat]

“…they did the math”:

6 X
— — = 75
8 100

Correct, though I actually checked and apparently I’ve passed a few along…

 

[Vincent George]

Correct, though I actually checked and apparently I’ve passed a few along…
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I’m just getting to the point in my journey where I may be starting to think about a slight reduction. It’s not easy.

 

[ProfilaBinding]

Considering it’s only 8% of my collection, I think “only” is acceptable😜

I counted yesterday, and I believe I'm down to 37 AE shoes now. I sold a few recently that would never see the light of day again. I also have a 2007 chili Delray up for sale, but kind of want to keep it. But the problem is, I know I'll almost never wear it.

I went with the Bartlett today. This was one that Jason found for me.

 

[EZB]

I’m just getting to the point in my journey where I may be starting to think about a slight reduction. It’s not easy.

I hear ya... I am considering selling my cherry and denim Neumok pairs. They are both barely worn, but they tend to slip a bit too much on my feet and thus don't get much wear.

 

[suuteebird]

New arrival

 

[MajorDash]

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See? Those look absolutely baller. I wish loafers worked for me. I would have totally got in on that.

 

[madhat]

I’m just getting to the point in my journey where I may be starting to think about a slight reduction. It’s not easy.

Per my spreadsheet I’ve owned 105 all in. It’s the average cost per pair and total purchase amounts that shock the world.

I counted yesterday, and I believe I'm down to 37 AE shoes now. I sold a few recently that would never see the light of day again. I also have a 2007 chili Delray up for sale, but kind of want to keep it. But the problem is, I know I'll almost never wear it.

I went with the Bartlett today. This was one that Jason found for me. View attachment 2030111

I need to clear a few out…I’ve got done basically never wear pairs that just take up space and make me try to wear them. But when they are less than ideal fit (Randolph, Landshark) or are unbearably noisy I just do not enjoy such obligations. Luckily most are good.

 

[Derrlf]

I have some more questions about lasts. I found a really great post from 2020 about the Polo and Shelton models (https://www.styleforum.net/threads/...clothing-accessories-etc.655643/post-10237685), which refers to a 674 (4) last. I thought the 4 last was short for the 234. Did a 674 last really exist? If so, does anyone have a description of 674? And does "4" refer to 234 or 674?
I also found a description of the 42N last, which says, "This is a variation on the 42 last. All characteristics are the same but..." However, I can't find a description of the 42 last. Does anyone have a description of the 42?

 

[middlepP]

I have some more questions about lasts. I found a really great post from 2020 about the Polo and Shelton models (https://www.styleforum.net/threads/...clothing-accessories-etc.655643/post-10237685), which refers to a 674 (4) last. I thought the 4 last was short for the 234. Did a 674 last really exist? If so, does anyone have a description of 674? And does "4" refer to 234 or 674?
I also found a description of the 42N last, which says, "This is a variation on the 42 last. All characteristics are the same but..." However, I can't find a description of the 42 last. Does anyone have a description of the 42?

Few resources for you:

Allen Edmonds | Journal | Made Here | Our Lasts

The last is a shoe mold, used in the manufacturing of hand-made shoes. Our shoes are one of a kind and their uppers are made from premium materials.

www.allenedmonds.com

Allen Edmonds: Lasts, Fit, and Sizing Help

Lots of people have asked questions related to Allen Edmonds' lasts, sizing, fit, etc. so I thought it might be helpful to compile the info I've gathered based on personal experience. People can feel free to add to this. Last This narrows...

www.styleforum.net

A Complete Guide to Allen Edmonds' Lasts

Allen Edmonds shoes come in a variety of lasts and lengths, ranging from 6 to 16. They do offer middle sizes, and each half size increases by approximately one-sixth of an inch. The widths of Allen Edmonds shoes range from the narrowest AAA to...

www.styleforum.net

 

[bluejazzmonkey]

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They turned out very nice!