Kiton vs. John Lobb

[Eustace Tilley]

Originally Posted by DocHolliday

It seems like Lobb's chief interest these days is creating designs that are distinctively Lobb. That can be OK, when done right, but too often the results are just gaudy messes.

+10

 

[A Y]

Originally Posted by iammatt

I get the feeling that a lot of people by shoes only based on what they look like alone, and give little thought to actually wearing them with clothing.

+1. So when you are getting opera pumps?

--Andre

 

[kitonbrioni]

In my experience both are excellent shoes. The leather in John Lobb seems the best I've experienced. I have a couple of pairs of Kiton shoes and the have excellent fit. I find Kiton somewhat more aesthetically attractive.

 

[Gus]

I'm getting to the point where I feel that shirts and shoes get a lot of wear. Paying more than about $1,000 US for shoes or $400 for a shirt just doesn't seem worth it. I don't enjoy them beyond those prices because I feel I need to be too careful. It takes away the fun and enjoyment.

 

[itsstillmatt]

Originally Posted by Andre Yew

+1. So when you are getting opera pumps?

--Andre

 

[Teacher]

Originally Posted by Merckx

The Brampton.

http://img479.imageshack.us/img479/5476/0010bt.jpg

Also, Lavendon, Houghton, Everdon, and Grafton.

Other than the dust, I don't see what's so unusual or ugly about those. That's a twist on a classic.

 

[Fade to Black]

Originally Posted by pocketsquareguy

I'm getting to the point where I feel that shirts and shoes get a lot of wear. Paying more than about $1,000 US for shoes or $400 for a shirt just doesn't seem worth it. I don't enjoy them beyond those prices because I feel I need to be too careful. It takes away the fun and enjoyment.

that's one way of looking at it, can't say i particularly agree though. regardless of price clothes are meant to be worn, i personally love it when i have worn an expensive garment into the ground and continue wearing it, don't like it when an outfit looks as if i just bought it and it's still in pristine condition.

 

[Dragon]

To me Kiton & John Lobb seem like totally different style shoes, so I don`t understand the comparison between these two brands...other than they are both considered expensive.

Personally, I like the flashier style shoes so I can appreciate Kiton more than JL though.

 

[pabloj]

At Kiton's pricepoint you can go bespoke, I think both Vass and Scafora are in range

 

[culverwood]

Originally Posted by Mecnun

Would forum members find it justifiable to pay up £400 to "upgrade from John Lobb RTW to Kiton hand-made shoes (priced at £1,200). The MTM Kiton's are £1,500.

No. Upgrade to bespoke. Or even downgrade to G&G stock shoes if you are in a hurry.

 

[A Y]

Originally Posted by iammatt

I have one of these in my office:

When someone comes in asking for something stupid, it gets turned on.

--Andre