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[CEE88]



Just ordered my first Alden's from Roden Gray.  405 Indy Boot, pretty excited to get these in.  I've got about 15 pair of AE's so I'm ready to make the transition to Alden.

Congrats. Hopefully you'll ween yourself off the AEs slowly - 15 pair is a substantial committment. I've always wanted the 405 but never quite pulled the trigger due to one reason (or other pair of shoes) or another. Hope they work out for you. Have you ever been to Roden Gray?

 

[stevefok]

For an interview? Neither. Sorry.

+1.... You need a pair of black cap toe oxford.

 

[CEE88]



For an interview? Neither. Sorry.

Agreed. But if those are your only options then I'd go option 1.

 

[hoser133]

That's what I was thinking. Just keep it simple for the interview? I don't have any Alden shoes in black but I've got something that should work.

 

[MT1982]

It's the last is the same, the size is the same.

That's what I figured, however my two Barrie lasted boots fit differently (jcrew cxl perf cap toe and leather soul choco tanker). Both the same last, but different leathers. That's why I was curious about the suede vs. shell in Grant last.

 

[CEE88]



That's what I was thinking. Just keep it simple for the interview? I don't have any Alden shoes in black but I've got something that should work.

Good luck on the interview! Once you're in, then you can bring out the wing tips in more casual circumstances.

 

[CEE88]



That's what I figured, however my two Barrie lasted boots fit differently (jcrew cxl perf cap toe and leather soul choco tanker).  Both the same last, but different leathers.  That's why I was curious about the suede vs. shell in Grant last.

There's anecdotal evidence out there suggesting the shell models will feel a bit looser, perhaps because it doesn't stretch, so Alden is accounting for that lack of stretch by making shell models looser than non-shell boots/shoes.

 

[mdubs]



2210 NST

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Don, those are looking good!

This might be a forever rehashed question but with all the recent NST posts, I am curious. For all the new Aberdeen last boots out there, I am curious what size you all bought in comparison to your Barrie last size? And what your impressions are of the fit.

I wear 11B on the Aberdeen and 10.5B on the Barrie. The Aberdeen is Alden's longest last and people typically go true to size.

My nose was in my phone again, so my wife asked, what I was reading. Again: the Alden thread. How can guys possibly have so much to say about shoes? she asked. So I had her read a page (50 posts) Her response: I had no idea--these Aldens are like celebrities!

Yeah, my wife just gets mad at me and doesn't care.

PSA- TSM has a Ravello NST boot posted online in 10.5D. So close...

Those are sold already. It was a mistake and was already allocated to someone. ;-)

Winter has been extra harsh this year, but my cigars have been holding up. They'll be getting the full treatment tonight.

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Thams, thank you for sharing and giving these guys some loving. The Shell is a beautiful color.

Ugh. I need cigar and Ravello cap toes. Need. @ReppTiePrepster @MrDV Great Cigar Indys, gents! Am rocking mine today. @Akeem @mdubs How can we get ahold of Yenni? And is she still in charge of the JGilbert IG account? (it's possible she created it so she'd still have access). All, Has anyone tried Filson Boot Oil on CXL or even shell?

Akeem beat me.

@Akeem @mdubs How can we get ahold of Yenni? And is she still in charge of the JGilbert IG account? (it's possible she created it so she'd still have access). [email protected] all her info is on Alden of Carmel site.

Nailed it!

Still not sure why color 8 is called "King"?

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It is called King due to its ultimate versatility. It is not my favorite color in terms of pure looks, but it is definitely the most versatile.

Stepping out tonight with King WT boots and denim

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Superb!

Just arrived this morning from SF:

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Jim did you very well.

I have an interview on Thursday. Which should I wear with a navy blue suit?

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Those are both beautiful, but I would not wear either for an interview. I would go with a black cap toe balmoral, but that's just how I roll. But as Cee says, I would go 975.

Agreed. But if those are your only options then I'd go option 1.

Agree 100%!

That's what I was thinking. Just keep it simple for the interview? I don't have any Alden shoes in black but I've got something that should work.

You will not hear me recommend going non-Alden, but if you don't have the appropriate Alden, go somewhere else in your wardrobe.

 

[mdubs]

Snuff LHS.














-Mike

 

[stevefok]

-Mike

Very Nice Combo, Mike!!!

 

[totalair1]



Snuff LHS.

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-Mike

Snuff said Mike, looking chill! Steve

 

[stevefok]

That's what I was thinking. Just keep it simple for the interview? I don't have any Alden shoes in black but I've got something that should work.

Good luck with the interview!

I think AE's park avenue is a very good option.

 

[mdubs]



Snuff said Mike, looking chill!

Steve

Very Nice Combo, Mike!!!

Thanks Steve!!

 

[MrDV]



I have an interview on Thursday. Which should I wear with a navy blue suit?

Color 8 would be just fine. Most people irl would not give your shoes a second thought. I tend to overthink shoes, but I'm the exception.

Snuff LHS.

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-Mike

Looking good dubs.

 

[forbritisheyes]



Can you elaborate on Alden's quirks? I'm an AE convert and would love to learn about this.

Bump?