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Ok, one more question - thanks again for all the help so far.
Should I be thinking about burnished brown Strands instead of merlot/chili/oxblood right now? To recap, I've got black PAs, bourbon Fifth Avenues, and walnut Strands already. I wear them with gray (various shades) and blue (navy and a bit lighter) trousers.
Thanks!
Yes, that would change my answer, but probably to something like:
- wait for a sale on the chili McA
- consider a merlot McA (I think this is still an option but haven't checked)
I don't see a good reason to pay full price for a (non-MTO) AE shoe at this point; they have moved to a model of frequent sales, and I interpret this as meaning they don't intend for full price to be the actual sale price.
Don't get me wrong, I love the strand and have a couple myself. With one major exception, I generally avoid multiples of one style, because I think one of he colors will generally trump the other. I just got shell stands during the tent sale and have a feeling my walnut pair will not often be in the rotation.
However, that's me - if you think you would wear the Merlot strands frequently, the real answer is:
- Merlot strand now
- Chili McA later
- Brown shell strand even later
There's really no use fighting it.
I have a Brannock size question. I finally made it to an Allen Edmonds retail store after buying several pairs through the Shoe Bank. I've always had trouble getting dress shoes to fit me properly. I drive my wife crazy sometimes trying different shoes on at stores. I think I found the reason I have problems though. My right foot measured 9.5C heel to toe, but 11.5C heel to ball. My left foot was 10C and 12A respectively. He said I have short toes and flat feet? I wanted to try on the 5-last since I've always been afraid to buy them. The most comfortable for me was 10C. I have 7 and 8 last shoes in 10D that are mostly comfortable. The laces draw almost completely shut though. Does that make sense?
Thanks.
I have a Brannock size question. I finally made it to an Allen Edmonds retail store after buying several pairs through the Shoe Bank. I've always had trouble getting dress shoes to fit me properly. I drive my wife crazy sometimes trying different shoes on at stores. I think I found the reason I have problems though. My right foot measured 9.5C heel to toe, but 11.5C heel to ball. My left foot was 10C and 12A respectively. He said I have short toes and flat feet? I wanted to try on the 5-last since I've always been afraid to buy them. The most comfortable for me was 10C. I have 7 and 8 last shoes in 10D that are mostly comfortable. The laces draw almost completely shut though. Does that make sense?
Thanks.
Yes, I think that's somewhat normal. I have a foot that is roughly 1/2 size longer and wider than the other. Makes loafers extremely difficult to fit.I tried 10.5D (lace gap completely closed, also gapped around ankle when I walked), 10D (lace gap almost completely closed, gapped around ankle), 10C (slight gap around laces - enough that it would still be fine after slight stretching, no ankle gap), and 10B (really hard to get on, huge lace gap). Looks like 10C is it for the 5-last. I was really curious if the big difference in the Brannock measurements was common?
I'm not sure if anyone answered your question . . . but my answer should be "no blisters". If you buy at Nordstroms, make sure you call ahead of time to ask when the AE manager is on duty. He/she will have vast experience in a proper fit. Otherwise, return the shoes immediately with free shipping. AE factory also haves free returns.Quick question to everyone. Is it normal for a pair of AE shoes to cause blisters in the back of your ankles after the first wear? The shoes feel good and I'm sure they're the right fit. I have 6 other pairs of AE shoes/boots and those felt good during the first wear...
On occasion I will sell a pair or two on Ebay. This experience allows me to pass on some of the "Ebay insider trade secrets" I have collected. This week is another Ebay product photo tip. When selling shoes, it is generally best to actually insert a picture of the shoes, as opposed to just the end of the box in which they came. Don't pass this wisdom on to non-forum members because tips like this are super secret.
I think those were from last years Anniversary sale. I was a n00b then, so I'm not 100% positive on that.Re: Nordstrom's sale-- I noticed those Acorn Neumoks have been at that same (sale) price for a while.
It's almost like there's always a sale going on with retailers!