Gaziano & Girling Appreciation & Shoe Appreciation Thread (including reviews, purchases, pictures)

[othertravel]

From what I've seen Blake-stitched soles tend to be thinner, although that may not a function of the Blake-stitching process itself (lest shoe making experts jump down my throat). I remember DFWII deriding GY welting as a fancy glue job, and I believe he viewed Blake-stitching as a more authentic form of shoe making. I may have misunderstood him however, since everything I know about shoe making I've learned from this forum.

Is Blake-stitching inherently more flexible? Do soles need to be thinner for the Blake-stitching machine to function optimally?

Thanks for the info. What I read must be wrong then, not everything online is accurate of course. The info said that the Couture line uses much higher quality materials but is still Blake stiched. Nothing wrong with that, especially if you’re in a relatively dry climate.

They offer both.

On a related note, G&G made a line of special edition shoes for Zegna.

 

[Professor Χάος]

They offer both.

On a related note, G&G made a line of special edition shoes for Zegna.

I've seen G&G made for RLPL and Paul Stuart Select as well. They're standard G&G models, with PS inserts.

 

[othertravel]

I've seen G&G made for RLPL and Paul Stuart Select as well. They're standard G&G models, with PS inserts.

But this is different. The Zegna models were exclusive to the flagship in London.

Articles on the collaboration with Ermenegildo Zegna - Gaziano & Girling Ltd - Bespoke & Benchmade Footwear

The last weeks have seen more and more articles published on the collaboration between Ermenegildo Zegna and Gaziano & Girling. […]

www.gazianogirling.com

 

[Professor Χάος]

But this is different. The Zegna models were exclusive to the flagship in London.

Articles on the collaboration with Ermenegildo Zegna - Gaziano & Girling Ltd - Bespoke & Benchmade Footwear

The last weeks have seen more and more articles published on the collaboration between Ermenegildo Zegna and Gaziano & Girling. […]

www.gazianogirling.com

OK. I remember reading about this a while back. Zegna hired a new creative director who made a deal with G&G. They look pretty slick.

 

[Professor Χάος]

Yes, Ready-to-Wear lasts cannot be optimal for everyone, as they are always a compromise. If you feel good with Edward Green and Crocket and Jones, no need to try wearing G&G, once you found out that the regular lasts don't work.

A further possibility could be choosing a larger width, if available in stock.

I'll reserve judgement until I've worn my G&Gs a few more times. Another element is that in my current position I'm walking a lot more. I live downtown and walk everywhere, instead of taking taxis, and doing so on new shoes is causing extra stress on my feet.

 

[rdaws]

Does anyone have a good side-by-side photo of Espresso vs. Vintage Oak and/or Cedar calf? It's tough to find pics where they're in the same shot and therefore comparable lighting / exposure / etc to highlight the differences. I have a pair of boots in Espresso and I think they're great, but want to branch out a bit on my browns since I have something like 10 pairs of these now and they're all Rioja, Espresso, or Black. Rioja has by far been my favorite, they wear so beautifully and fade just perfectly until the next polish.

 

[flylikeneagle]

Tan hatchgrain Thorpe

 

[Easily Amused]

Who wears Oxfords with casual clothing? Easily Amused, nice to meet you!

Walkton GTMO from Skoaktiebolaget. I love tonal spectators, a lot more versatile for year-round wear.

And @DorianGreen, my trousers do have a normal break and and hem width, it's the angle of the photo

 

[DorianGreen]

The Papworth in Cashew Burnished Calf, Square Deco last.

Actually, not a great fan of the Deco range, as the models are too pointy for my taste, but this pair was reduced and I love the heart-shaped facing. I would like to see this design more often.

 

[Tokyoite8991]

First post and first Gaziano's, making the most of the MTO events back in April/May 2023!
- St. James II in Vintage Oak (MH71 last)
- Oxford in Black Calf (R18 last)

MTO Specs:
- Shoe tips
- Left and right size difference (8F L and 8.5E R)
- Last adjustment for left shoe to create room for little toe
- Stiffeners through the arch
- Purple lining
- Lasted shoe trees

Thank you to Masaichi Hasegawa for his support with ordering these! @iyorito

St. James II:

Oxford:

Apologies if the formatting is off (trying to figure out how to do collapsible images / a gallery).

Can't wait to start wearing these from next week, and am sure they are the start of a dangerous hobby!

 

[jonathanS]

First post and first Gaziano's, making the most of the MTO events back in April/May 2023!
- St. James II in Vintage Oak (MH71 last)
- Oxford in Black Calf (R18 last)

MTO Specs:
- Shoe tips
- Left and right size difference (8F L and 8.5E R)
- Last adjustment for left shoe to create room for little toe
- Stiffeners through the arch
- Purple lining
- Lasted shoe trees

Thank you to Masaichi Hasegawa for his support with ordering these! @iyorito

St. James II:
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Oxford:

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Apologies if the formatting is off (trying to figure out how to do collapsible images / a gallery).

Can't wait to start wearing these from next week, and am sure they are the start of a dangerous hobby!

They’re works of art!

I think gaziano & girling might be the most beautiful rtw shoes on the market (and yes, I know there are great makers in japan & Italy doing outstanding things too).

 

[othertravel]

They’re works of art!

I think gaziano & girling might be the most beautiful rtw shoes on the market

You obviously have never seen these beauties:

 

[jssdc]

They’re works of art!

I think gaziano & girling might be the most beautiful rtw shoes on the market (and yes, I know there are great makers in japan & Italy doing outstanding things too).

I think you’re spot on there. I love my Crocketts and Sargents, but my G&Gs are just a whole different thing.

 

[nishant]

GG Stamford…

 

[WS19]

Cross-post from the boots thread, Wallis in polo suede