PARABOOT APPRECIATION THREAD 2018 - NEWS, PICTURES, CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES, ETC.

[MaE]

I do have two pair of Adonis loafers and find that they do not offer a lot of space in the front. If you have relatively wide fit, I’d look for something else even if it’s super personal.

 

[ArchieEdward]

Hi Guys,

Just posted some like-new Barth for sale:

Paraboot Barth Dark Brown Size UK9

Price includes shipping. Worn only a handful of times and polished to a lovely sheen. I am a U.S. 9.5 so these are just slightly too big for me. An iconic style enjoyed by many across the European continent.

www.styleforum.net

They are in excellent condition and it is sad to see them going unworn.

 

[belgian_journalist]

Could anyone suggest what color shoe polish to use on these Paraboot x Drake's Adonis loafers? I've enjoyed wearing them a lot this summer because they make great contrast with navy and greens but they need a polish. It's tricky to tell what Saphir color matches this best, as it's more orange than the light brown or natural leather options, and I'd like to maintain that color.

 

[Drinkwaters]

Could anyone suggest what color shoe polish to use on these Paraboot x Drake's Adonis loafers? I've enjoyed wearing them a lot this summer because they make great contrast with navy and greens but they need a polish. It's tricky to tell what Saphir color matches this best, as it's more orange than the light brown or natural leather options, and I'd like to maintain that color.

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Either Paraboot neutral shoe cream or Saphir.

 

[JUAN MANUEL]

Could anyone suggest what color shoe polish to use on these Paraboot x Drake's Adonis loafers? I've enjoyed wearing them a lot this summer because they make great contrast with navy and greens but they need a polish. It's tricky to tell what Saphir color matches this best, as it's more orange than the light brown or natural leather options, and I'd like to maintain that color.

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I would use Sphir Creme Universelle.

 

[gettoasty]

Wish the fisherman sandals were closed toe

Anyone know where I can purchase the Nova sneakers? Can’t seem to buy Paraboot directly through their website in the US.

Is this another new model of theirs? Perhaps need to wait for Farfetch or some other online shop to start offering it.

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Bump
Any good proxies for Paraboot shipped to US? How come they don’t offer delivery like JM Weston direct to customer from their store?

 

[zippyh]

Furry Michaels

 

[krudsma]

I have a pair of dark brown suede Avignon in a 44.5 that don't get enough wear - lmk if anyone is interested in trading something comparable for them. I'm specifically in the market for the Reims loafer or black Michaels.

 

[DirtyHarris]

Hi guys, I have a sizing question.
I own a pair of Michaels, size 43.5, snug fit, sometimes after long walks I get toe problems.
I'm thinking to get a pair of Avignons, should I go for 9.5 or 10?
The insole of my Michaels is 28cm
Is there any information for the actual insole length of 9.5 and 10 Avignon models?
Cheers

 

[Drinkwaters]

Hi guys, I have a sizing question.
I own a pair of Michaels, size 43.5, snug fit, sometimes after long walks I get toe problems.
I'm thinking to get a pair of Avignons, should I go for 9.5 or 10?
The insole of my Michaels is 28cm
Is there any information for the actual insole length of 9.5 and 10 Avignon models?
Cheers

Did you size down your Michael's from your typical US size? Common mistake with Michael and one that's often suggested but I disagree. I believe I've made this argument in this thread earlier on. Also, start using Brannock measurement which is ball of foot to heel. I would suggest the 10 in Avignon.

 

[billscoresby]

Hi guys, I have a sizing question.
I own a pair of Michaels, size 43.5, snug fit, sometimes after long walks I get toe problems.
I'm thinking to get a pair of Avignons, should I go for 9.5 or 10?
The insole of my Michaels is 28cm
Is there any information for the actual insole length of 9.5 and 10 Avignon models?
Cheers

I'm a 9.5 Brannock and went down to an 8UK in Michaels, same snug fit as you but I prefer it that way. Tried Avignons in 8.5UK but didn't like how much lengthwise space was left in the toe box. I would stick with your Michael size.

 

[zissou]

I have a pair of Paraboot Reims in black scotch grain size 9.5 for sale. I wore these for a couple hours before realizing they are too large for me. I feel like they would be best for someone who is a US10.5, maybe smaller 11.

 

[DirtyHarris]

Did you size down your Michael's from your typical US size? Common mistake with Michael and one that's often suggested but I disagree. I believe I've made this argument in this thread earlier on. Also, start using Brannock measurement which is ball of foot to heel. I would suggest the 10 in Avignon.

Hi, thank you for the reply, I live in Europe, on similar style shoes (Wallabees,vintage Clarks etc) I wear UK10, comfortable fitting. On English brogues, derbies, chukkas (Barker, Sanders, Loake, etc), I wear UK9.5 or 10 with insoles. I only own Allen Edmonds shoes and one pair of Red Wing chukkas with US numbers. RW is 10.5US while AE Leeds 9.5E, Macneil 10C and 10E (large need insoles), Bradley 9.5D (calf is fine, shell cordovan snug), Grayson 9.5D (small-removed insoles). On European brands I have experienced strange sizing, usually smaller sizes, I own derbies from Fratelli Rossetti 43, NST from TLB Mallorca UK8.5

Lengthwise, Michael 43.5 insole is same length as my foot, 28cm

 

[gettoasty]

Has anyone successfully used Paraboot's boutique search and POS directory in contacting a vendor? Still interested in buying a pair of their sneakers, but a lot of dead ends currently.

If you have any leads, please share.

 

[vegancrabcakes]

Furry Paraboots make me very uncomfortable. Is this just me?