Trying on Mr. Portnoy's crown for a day

[kabert]

Very nice. I've got the same Lattanzi-for-Aspreys -- they're great; very comfortable and very versatile.

 

[speedster.8]

Originally Posted by voxsartoria

LCdLB is not the most expensive maker in BA...there is one other, whose name escapes me at the moment, who specializes in polo boots and who charges prices that would be familiar in the U.S. I'm also sure there are cheaper makers than LCdLB. My boots and trees cost around $900 (I know...shocking). Basically, everything in Argentina that is made and sourced locally costs 1/3 for what a similar thing costs elsewhere in dollars. I really stocked up on wine, for example. I would say LCdLB is all about fit and function, and refinement and prettiness of construction is secondary. What makes them handsome is a direct result of their utility. - B
Their site show some amazing boots, http://casadelasbotas.com.ar/home/ I know my last ex GF would love a pair of Polo's To me even the field boot looks good

The californian representative takes 750$ for a stock boot. http://store.jfayora.com/product.php/18/1/ Not even sure if there are trees involved ... They have an other contact in the US however Speed

 

[voxsartoria]

Originally Posted by Cantabrigian

Casa Fagliano, maybe?

If that is the one, it's in Hurlingham which is a hassle to get to from downtown Bs. As.

Great collection.

Yes, thank you C.: Casa Fagliano. Their materials and construction are superior to LCdLB, and their prices reflect that.

Many riders, however, prefer LCdLB for functional reasons. My new LCdLB boots are already far, far better than the rider they shod.

- B

 

[EL72]

Great collection. I'd love to see better shots of the blue Vass.

 

[william]

Originally Posted by EL72

Great collection. I'd love to see better shots of the blue Vass.

Me too.

 

[sweisman]

From your 2007 picture what is the monk with the white welting?

 

[voxsartoria]

Originally Posted by sweisman

From your 2007 picture what is the monk with the white welting?

It's more ivory/tan, and it is a Sutor Mantellassi from the top handfinished line.

- B

 

[voxsartoria]

Originally Posted by EL72

Great collection. I'd love to see better shots of the blue Vass.

I will try to get closeups for you guys tomorrow, if I have time.

It's the kind of blue that more often looks black until one catches a reflection. Not an Elvis blue.

- B

 

[fra]

Impressive collection! I wish we had some more passionate about shoes as you are here in Milan....

Fra
(www.SW1.it)

 

[rws]

Voxsartoria, I've asked a question or two in the cross-posting in the thread on Buenos Aires in the London Lounge.

 

[Grammaton Cleric]

That last on the Lobbs is sweet.

 

[voxsartoria]

Originally Posted by rws

Voxsartoria, I've asked a question or two in the cross-posting in the thread on Buenos Aires in the London Lounge.

Thank you, R. I've replied there.

- B

 

[fritzl]

The riding boots are exceptional. The Chelsea's (shop pic LCdLB) look great.

I like the Sutor's and the VASS.

 

[voxsartoria]

Originally Posted by fritzl

The riding boots are exceptional. The Chelsea's (shop pic LCdLB) look great.

I like the Sutor's and the VASS.

Thank you, F.

Close-ups fo the Vass here:

midnight blue Vass

- B

 

[speedster.8]

Could you please also say something about fitment of the vas compared to the Lobb, Shell aldens & CJ's. If you have te last the RL C&J are on that would be most helpfull. Thanks again, for displaying this lovely collection and opening my eyes for possibileties in the americas

Speed