The Official Alden Thread for 2016 - Share reviews, sizing, advice, and photos.

[peppercorn78]

Perfect enough for me. Ordered!

Nicely done

I haven't been able to impulse buy (with instant gratification) in years. Edward Green goes like this: "Ordered! Maybe I'll see them in 10 months".

I like to think that I had a hand in this enabling.

 

[tifosi]



I like to think that I had a hand in this enabling.

You sure did. I probably wouldn't have thought of Unionmade and just emailed Yenni to try to get them made, haha.

 

[Burzan]

I like to think that I had a hand in this enabling.

Tif will return the favor and then some if you keep hanging out in the EG thread.

 

[peppercorn78]

Tif will return the favor and then some if you keep hanging out in the EG thread.

Oh, I've been a regular lurker there (and GG, StC, Rancourt, Meccariello threads) for some time...

 

[Burzan]

Oh, I've been a regular lurker there (and GG, StC, Rancourt, Meccariello threads) for some time...

Nice! Hope to see some coffee pics in there soon.

 

[Shawnc]

Before googling a green suede LHS I had never even heard of them, they look to have a nice selection of Alden though for sure.

He is a 2nd or 3rd generation owner. Its a small shop in Market Square in the heart of downtown. He's got a nice selection of quite a few brands and was actually ahead of the curve on green suede. I saw a pair of chukkas that I came close to buying along with the LHS's in his shop before i saw them anywhere online.

My first interaction with him came 4-5 years ago, before i had ever heard of Alden or shell cordovan. He had a pair of shoes in his window that drew me in. While i dont recall the brand, they were on sale for $299. I remember thinking, what kind of fool pays $300 for a pair of shoes? I'm sure he could tell i wasnt interested but he was very cordial and respectful. Returned 2 years ago and was lamenting how frustrating it was in trying to find a pair of ravello longwings. He showed me a pair of cognac carmina's and $700 later, a relationship was borne. At that point, i had never heard of carmina.

 

[ReppTiePrepster]

I haven't been able to impulse buy (with instant gratification) in years. Edward Green goes like this: "Ordered! Maybe I'll see them in 10 months".

I am also seriously considering the same thing. I have not purchased any new (Alden) shoes in almost a year... long story. This suede NST boot looks sweet and could be at my door in a few days. (not sure about green though; they would easily stand out as a new item in my better half's eyes

)

 

[tifosi]



I am also seriously considering the same thing.  I have not purchased any new (Alden) shoes in almost a year... long story.  This suede NST boot looks sweet and could be at my door in a few days.  (not sure about green though; they would easily stand out as a new item in my better half's eyes  )

Haha! The boots already shipped, too! It's been an hour!

Luckily I just purged a pair of boots, so I have some play money. Wife can't say anything! (not that I care) (I hope she isn't reading this)

 

[peppercorn78]



I am also seriously considering the same thing.  I have not purchased any new (Alden) shoes in almost a year... long story.  This suede NST boot looks sweet and could be at my door in a few days.  (not sure about green though; they would easily stand out as a new item in my better half's eyes  )

Hunting green is a darker, more discrete green. Think more camo and less Kermit.

 

[ReppTiePrepster]

Hunting green is a darker, more discrete green. Think more camo and less Kermit.

Wow, I may prefer these LWBs instead!

 

[Nvspwndamnstr39]

Maybe we can speak to Yenni about the green tanker issue. I asked her to consider a burnished tan calf tanker for next year since I don't want to hold my breath for an 8.5d whiskey tanker (that said, if you're looking to part with one, please contact me ASAP).

Would you guys consider a harder-wearing reverse green chamois tanker on commando with antique finish? Then it could be the sh:+ kicking counterpart to our shell tankers. If I recall, Leffot did a reverse green chammy boot recently...

 

[JSO1]



Burzan,

Where is that green suede NST boot from?

I wish I knew, found the pic a few years back and have been obsessed with it ever since. 

Why the EEFFF would you torture me like that????!!!!!

Pelle Line in NJ has a green suede tanker. http://www.pelleline.com/alden_5928_tanker_boot/pid-4751.html

Commando and hooks, not sure if the welt is flat or not. Looks to be flat from the photos.

 

[mdubs]

Maiden voyage for the mean greens!

Nice look there Spoo. Those Tassels are pretty cool. I think I said this here many times, but I really love my Navy and Snuff Suede Tassels.

You enabler!

Its tempting but ive got two more on deck, one being cigar. Barrie last is not my favorite, TBH. I dont know if thats blasphemy here but Im strictly Aberdeen, with the occasional Van for a loafer thrown in. I prefer a more narrow last, most of my other shoes are GG/Vass etc.

The Barrie Last, being Alden's most popular (mainly because it is the most forgiving last - size wise), is not my favorite either. The Aberdeen Last fits me the best as does the Plaza, but I really love the look of the Plaza Last personally.

Black Suede Aberdeen Full Straps

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You are enjoying those now, aren't you?

Looking superb in your Black Shell LHSes.

Hunting green is a darker, more discrete green. Think more camo and less Kermit.

Those are pretty subtle, but still a lovely makeup!

-Mike

 

[SpooPoker]

Here's another question. Is there any explanation as to why Alden has never done exotics? Gator, lizard, etc. Thats truly never ever been produced, right? Im an exotic guy, so the thought of a full strap loafer in baby croc or lizard is very appealing to me.

 

[tifosi]



Here's another question. Is there any explanation as to why Alden has never done exotics? Gator, lizard, etc. Thats truly never ever been produced, right? Im an exotic guy, so the thought of a full strap loafer in baby croc or lizard is very appealing to me.

Sounds like a job for Saint Crispin's, Spoo.