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  1. jmonroestyle

    My New Heschung Spectators

    These Heschung spectator derby/blucher shoes just arrived. They are part of the Heschung summer 2022 collection. Heschung's seasonal shoes are usually not made larger than a European size 10. Luckily, these were available in a European size 11...
  3. jmonroestyle

    My New Made to Order Heschung Crocus Shoes

    Today my new made to order Heschung Crocus shoes arrived. Since I live in the Pacific Northwest where it often rains, the Heschung Crocus has been my favorite waterproof shoes to wear for many years now. They have a fairly generous fit that can accommodate a full length orthotic up to 3mm...
  4. jmonroestyle

    Alden "Seattle" Shoe

    I recently designed an Alden shoe that is soon to go into production for J. Gilbert Footwear in Seattle. Since we get lots of wet weather here, I felt an ideal shoe for our climate would be a welcome addition to my shoe wardrobe. The "Seattle" model will be a 5 eyelet plain toe...
  5. jmonroestyle

    My J. Gilbert/AOC Alden Shoes

    Here are some of my Alden shoes, that were made as special make-ups for J. Gilbert and Alden of Carmel. All of these shoes are made on the Plaza last, and all of them except 1 have flex welt soles and are made from Alden's soft "Lady Calf". The one brown apron shoe that is not a flex welt is...
  6. jmonroestyle

    Alden Plantation Crepe Soles

    I have done some forum searches, but found only a few discussions about plantation crepe soles. I am considering buying a pair of shoes with these soles. My biggest concern with any shoes is if they wear too hot. Do plantation crepe soles (with a standard single inner sole) make a calf shoe...
  7. jmonroestyle

    Sewing machine marks on high end RTW shoes, bespoke shoes?

    During the closing process of constructing shoes, there is a small wheel on a sewing machine by the needle that puts pressure on the vamp leather. I noticed on some mid level shoes, this wheel sometimes leaves a marking in the leather uppers, parallel to the seams. (see photos.) On some shoes...
  8. jmonroestyle

    My New J. Gilbert NST Aldens

    I just picked up these cognac NST Alden shoes today from J. Gilbert Footwear in Seattle. They are made of soft cognac calf, with Alden's Flex Welt construction. These shoes were made up by Alden especially for J. Gilbert's store. This pair is the only size 11.5 D ever made in these shoes...
  9. jmonroestyle

    NYC Leather Jacket Specialty Shops

    I will be in NYC next month, and would like to buy a mid priced leather jacket. I have bought my last few leather jackets from The Leather Ranch (a Canadian company). However, they are going out of business and are just finishing up their liquidation. They produced a great product, and I am...
  10. jmonroestyle

    I finally found some great rainy day shoes.

    Since I live near Seattle, WA. in the beautiful Pacific North West, I have long been on the look out for some waterproof shoes that are actual shoes. Many waterproof options are more like hiking boots or sneakers. The main problems I have had with trying to find this type of shoe is the heat...
  11. jmonroestyle

    Fit of Alden's Leydon last

    Here is a question for the Alden experts. The Leydon last is one of the few Alden lasts I have not had a chance to try yet. So far, of all the Alden lasts I have tried, the only ones that fit me are the Plaza and Copley lasts. The Aberdeen and Hampton are too narrow in the toe box. The Barrie...
  12. jmonroestyle

    In search of a plain toe balmoral for evening wear

    Black, plain toe, calf skin, balmoral shoes seem to be rather obscure, especially in the offerings of mid priced British vendors. If because of fitting issues, one is limited to lace-up shoes for evening wear, that are cut with a fuller, traditional, round or square toe (not sleek and...
  13. jmonroestyle

    Fit of C&J Radstock Verses C&J Ashdown

    One would think that since the C&J Radstock and Ashdown are both made on the 341 last, and both have Dainite soles, they would fit the same. I own the Radstock, and am happy with the fit. Today the Ashdown arrived. When I tried these shoes on, I found I had the same problem that I had with the...
  14. jmonroestyle

    I am in the San Antonio newspaper (article about bespoke cowboy boots)

    Here is the link: http://www.mysanantonio.com/news/met...m.2934921.html Jess
  15. jmonroestyle

    Alfred Sargent Premier or Grenson Rose Collection?

    I will be placing an order soon for some British shoes. I am interested in buying some plain and semi-brogue cap toe oxfords. I will buy some from Crockett and Jones, as I know their 341 last will fit. I am also considering some Alfred Sargent Premier Collection shoes (Greenwich, Chatam...
  16. jmonroestyle

    Online "Exclusive" Boots and Shoes

    Since joining this forum I have been able to locate and purchase 4 pairs of dressy high lace up boots from online retailers that I had previously not known about. 3 of these boots are made exclusively for the online retailers, and not carried by any other companies. I think buying a retailers...
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