The Official Alden Thread for 2024 - Share Reviews, Sizing, Advice, and Photos.

[Hisheirness23]

Guess Color 8 Alden's have finally hit $1,000+

 

[Mghart]

Wow... Although that seems to be shop specific. I've only seen hand-sewn boots tip towards $1K so far, although I'm sure more standard models will get their soon. Sad, but I think Alden will start out-pricing a lot of folks if they haven't already.

 

[slows2k]

Wow... Although that seems to be shop specific. I've only seen hand-sewn boots tip towards $1K so far, although I'm sure more standard models will get their soon. Sad, but I think Alden will start out-pricing a lot of folks if they haven't already.

I just decided to pull the trigger on the Leffot Tanker on neocork, and yeah man, $966.00 or so felt bad. Here's hoping theyre as amazing as they look on the site.

Regular suede, calf, and CXL now costs more than what shell did when I first started buying Aldens. Though I wonder if the rate of increase has outpaced inflation as a whole. Maybe not...

 

[Hisheirness23]

I just decided to pull the trigger on the Leffot Tanker on neocork, and yeah man, $966.00 or so felt bad. Here's hoping theyre as amazing as they look on the site.

Regular suede, calf, and CXL now costs more than what shell did when I first started buying Aldens. Though I wonder if the rate of increase has outpaced inflation as a whole. Maybe not...

To be fair, those Leffot Tankers are going to be worth every penny! I've really gained a renewed appreciation for handsewn models and covet them almost as much as rare shell.

 

[mdubs]

Another pair that I can’t imagine parting with. C4 wings on my favorite Alden boot last, Grant. And of course, a beautiful view of our city………

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Happy Friday gang. Have a great day!

Dang Shawn, those look just money. I really need to get my pair out there! I suppose that there is no time like the present!

-Mike

 

[mdubs]

Lads sometimes the sun shines brightest at night. Just popped up on the bay in my size and I did not hesitate even if this delays my 666 purchase.

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Congratulations, if you are into loafers, I personally would say that these are the best loafers that you can find. I wish they still made them!!!

-Mike

 

[mdubs]

Leisure Sunday. Alden Whiskey Shell Cordovan LHS.

Since I just saw someone post a Grand Seiko, I am wearing a Rolex GMT Master II today. I say +1 on watch or Aldens for birthday is great!

Have a great Sunday and week gents!!!

-Mike

 

[smfdoc]

Wow... Although that seems to be shop specific. I've only seen hand-sewn boots tip towards $1K so far, although I'm sure more standard models will get their soon. Sad, but I think Alden will start out-pricing a lot of folks if they haven't already.

FYI about that store. I had 3 pairs on order from them that never came through. Lots of promises and none were kept. Had to pay full price for the preorder. I had detailed records of all communications and the credit card company refunded my payments.

THE OFFICIAL ALDEN THREAD FOR 2020 - SHARE REVIEWS, SIZING, ADVICE, AND PHOTOS.

Who did a plaza tanker with brass eyelets and speedhooks? Totally missed out on this one Nah I mean the Plaza Wingtip. This pair is B+M TruBalance

www.styleforum.net

 

[slows2k]

To be fair, those Leffot Tankers are going to be worth every penny! I've really gained a renewed appreciation for handsewn models and covet them almost as much as rare shell.

Honestly I agree, Im just hoping they fit. My experience with Barrie boots is varied. Some are tighter than others it seems; Im a D-E tweener. Since its not available in an E, I have my fingers crossed hard!

 

[Weldy]

Happy Sunday forum gang. Maiden voyage for these plaza brass boots from AoSF

 

[CLH03]

FYI about that store. I had 3 pairs on order from them that never came through. Lots of promises and none were kept. Had to pay full price for the preorder. I had detailed records of all communications and the credit card company refunded my payments.

THE OFFICIAL ALDEN THREAD FOR 2020 - SHARE REVIEWS, SIZING, ADVICE, AND PHOTOS.

Who did a plaza tanker with brass eyelets and speedhooks? Totally missed out on this one Nah I mean the Plaza Wingtip. This pair is B+M TruBalance

www.styleforum.net

Yeah, that’s definitely the only shop that has Shell boots for that much. Kind of bizarre to me but hey

 

[WoolyLamb]

Congratulations, if you are into loafers, I personally would say that these are the best loafers that you can find. I wish they still made them!!!

-Mike

Yes on all points. Most importantly with any loafer. It has to fit right or it doesn’t matter how nice they are.

Wish they also made an unlined tassel in shell as well.

 

[sterlingindigo]

Leisure Sunday. Alden Whiskey Shell Cordovan LHS.

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Since I just saw someone post a Grand Seiko, I am wearing a Rolex GMT Master II today. I say +1 on watch or Aldens for birthday is great!

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Have a great Sunday and week gents!!!

-Mike

Lovely whisky’s! BLNR is my daily 😍

 

[Shawnc]

Dang Shawn, those look just money. I really need to get my pair out there! I suppose that there is no time like the present!

-Mike

I often have difficulty getting all of my footwear into the rotation. I can only imagine how tough it is for you Mr. Mayor. I do want to add that as a huge fan of the AoSD site, I anxiously look forward to your write-up of these. As always, appreciate the words. Thanks!

Leisure Sunday. Alden Whiskey Shell Cordovan LHS.

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Since I just saw someone post a Grand Seiko, I am wearing a Rolex GMT Master II today. I say +1 on watch or Aldens for birthday is great!

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Have a great Sunday and week gents!!!

-Mike

Easily one of my favorites. Just a phenomenal pair of footwear. Alden at its finest.

Honestly I agree, Im just hoping they fit. My experience with Barrie boots is varied. Some are tighter than others it seems; Im a D-E tweener. Since its not available in an E, I have my fingers crossed hard!

I don’t typically get too worked up about the issues with Alden. Proportionately, they are minor and I still believe they represent the best value in high-end footwear. However, I am far from an Alden apologist. One of the things that doesn’t get nearly as much attention as it should (IMO) is the wild variation in Barrie sizing. Maybe because it is an emotional topic, I don’t know. I recall a few years ago people calmly discussing this issue as it relates to the JCrew perf cap and there were a couple of people who were insistent that people didn’t know what their own feet were feeling. Regardless, I do wish Alden Barrie sizing was more consistent. I really hate returning footwear as most Alden retailers are such great people to deal with but I gave it seriously consideration with my recent saddles as they were on the tight side. Decided to keep them but geez man, c’mon Alden, lets get the easy stuff right.

Yes on all points. Most importantly with any loafer. It has to fit right or it doesn’t matter how nice they are.

Wish they also made an unlined tassel in shell as well.

If they don’t fit and you are looking to move them for the eBay listed price, send me a DM.

 

[Ancestral Star]