The 2025 Allen Edmonds (AE) Appreciation Thread

[SpallaPerfetta]

Anyone on the hunt for a specific AE in 2025? I’m keeping my eyes peeled for a Merlot Strand in 9E.

 

[Kevin24]

Within my AE lineup, I have the chromexcel Strandmok and the Patton in grey (Kudu).

How do I care for these? From what I understand, I shouldn't use a polish, unlike calf leather.

Also, it wouldn't damage the leather on these kinds of shoes if I used them to shovel snow, would it?

 

[Radboots]

Within my AE lineup, I have the chromexcel Strandmok and the Patton in grey (Kudu).

How do I care for these? From what I understand, I shouldn't use a polish, unlike calf leather.

Also, it wouldn't damage the leather on these kinds of shoes if I used them to shovel snow, would it?

For CXL - Venetian Shoe Cream or Saphir Greasy Leather.

 

[Kevin24]

For CXL - Venetian Shoe Cream or Saphir Greasy Leather.

Does Allen Edmonds make any specific product for CXL?

 

[tcbinnc]

Marbled Burgundy McAllister boots today.


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Shark-approved, looks like.

 

[PANJ]

Does Allen Edmonds make any specific product for CXL?

I own a pair of kudu boots and all I've ever done is brush them!
Also, the guy who owns Horween recommends VSC, so I use VSC!

 

[Shoenut]

Guys - I don't want to muck up this thread so would someone be so kind as to point me in the direction of the AE for sale thread (if it still exists).

Much appreciated.

Oh! I think this thread needs to be mucked.

 

[Shoenut]

Does Allen Edmonds make any specific product for CXL?

After my last purchase over a year ago of neutral wax, I gotta say that AE has inferior shoe products.

 

[Shoenut]

I love the Acheson, the Grayson just won’t work.

 

[Shoenut]

PA for breakfast.

 

[vkg_ae]

Hey all, I was hoping maybe you would have a suggestion here. I've been wearing a pair of AE Burkes as my daily sneaker for many years now, but over time my big toe calluses have finally won the war against the insole. These shoes are not recraftable, and it seems like there's some stitching keeping the insoles in. I would hate to have to throw these away, as I love them and they're not made anymore. Apologies if it's been discussed here before, but has anyone figured out what to do about these AE sneakers when something like this needs to be replaced? Especially since I've moved to New England and I'm still nervous about wearing my nicer AE shoes/boots around with all the salt and slush.

Attached is a photo of the damage. Thanks for any advice

 

[Lagavulin62]

You won’t like my answer but here goes. In all the years I’ve worn tennis shoes I’ve never tried to save a pair once they wore out. I just threw them away or designated them lawnmower shoes. Look at it like this, you will have the classiest looking shoes, even when you’re out working in the yard. Good luck to your neighbors trying to top that.

Side note. Why does that pic show what appears to be the heel?

 

[Lagavulin62]

Addendum. Can’t you wear rubber soled waterproof boots then change into your nice shoes once in the office? I’d think too better traction.

 

[marchello]

Is anybody keen to offload their Dundee or Gobi in 9D? I'm looking for a lightly used pair ideally in dark brown.

 

[Shoenut]

Hey all, I was hoping maybe you would have a suggestion here. I've been wearing a pair of AE Burkes as my daily sneaker for many years now, but over time my big toe calluses have finally won the war against the insole. These shoes are not recraftable, and it seems like there's some stitching keeping the insoles in. I would hate to have to throw these away, as I love them and they're not made anymore. Apologies if it's been discussed here before, but has anyone figured out what to do about these AE sneakers when something like this needs to be replaced? Especially since I've moved to New England and I'm still nervous about wearing my nicer AE shoes/boots around with all the salt and slush.

Attached is a photo of the damage. Thanks for any advice

Try using a heat gun or hair dryer to loosen the glue. Then rip it out. The stitching is only coincidental as it was not meant to keep the insole in. You should be able to rip it out and replace with a new insole. Worse case scenario is that you don’t like the feel and need to go get another pair. I am sure AE always has something similar on sale as the sneaker parade seems to be non ending.