Velasca Shoes

[theundeadkennedy]

Tracking info says they should be arriving tomorrow and... I’m anxious too. ?

Awesome! I’ll stay tuned ??

 

[Johnniegold]

@theundeadkennedy

The shoes arrived yesterday. The stitching around the vamp has, IMO, an imperfection that detracted from the very unique style of this Tyrolean-type shoe.

The stitching, to my eye, was noticeably inconsistent and the finish of the leather sewn to the vamp along the seam was uneven which gave the shoe a disproportionate look.

Now, I understand that I may have an inordinate attention to detail. Maybe to most, the differences are negligible. But I know every time I looked down at these shoes it would bother me and shoes should make you happy.

I am in the process of exchanging these for another pair. Velasca’s customer service has been top-notch so no need for concern there.

They understood my issue and indicated that any product crafted by hand is bound to display some discrepancies. If the issue was uneven stitching on the back of the shoe or along the sole of the shoe, I would overlook it. But for this shoe, the stitching around the vamp is what defines this shoe and gives this shoe its character so that disparity is something I wasn’t willing to overlook.

I’m hoping the craftsmanship on next pair is better in this regard.

McQueen wouldn’t have it any other way. ?


Anyway, here you go...

And there you have it.

 

[theundeadkennedy]

@theundeadkennedy

The shoes arrived yesterday. The stitching around the vamp has, IMO, an imperfection that detracted from the very unique style of this Tyrolean-type shoe.

The stitching, to my eye, was noticeably inconsistent and the finish of the leather sewn to the vamp along the seam was uneven which gave the shoe a disproportionate look.

Now, I understand that I may have an inordinate attention to detail. Maybe to most, the differences are negligible. But I know every time I looked down at these shoes it would bother me and shoes should make you happy.

I am in the process of exchanging these for another pair. Velasca’s customer service has been top-notch so need for concern there.

They understood my issue and indicated that any product crafted by hand is bound to display some discrepancies. If the issue was uneven stitching on the back of the shoe or along the sole of the shoe, I would overlook it. But for this shoe, the stitching around the vamp is what defines this shoe and gives this shoe its character so that disparity is something I wasn’t willing to overlook.

I’m hoping the craftsmanship on next pair is better in this regard.

McQueen wouldn’t have it any other way. ?


Anyway, here you go...

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And there you have it.

Thanks for the thorough update!! Bummer about the Moc stitching, I hope they sort it on the next pair.
How was the sizing on these compared to your Brannock or other shoes?

 

[Johnniegold]

Thanks for the thorough update!! Bummer about the Moc stitching, I hope they sort it on the next pair.
How was the sizing on these compared to your Brannock or other shoes?

I based my Velasca size on my Alden shoe size which is 9E (on the Barrie last which is a roomier last). So I ordered a EU43.

On the exchange, I decided to go up to EU43.5 as I found the 43 a bit snug (but not uncomfortable). If 43.5 is too roomy , which I’m doubting it will be, I can always wear a thicker sock but I think it will provide more comfort.

I also wear a 9.5E in the Alden Aberdeen last which tapers a bit in the toe box so 43.5 may do the trick for the Velasca shoe.

I hope that somewhat convoluted explanation helps.

 

[theundeadkennedy]

I based my Velasca size on my Alden shoe size which is 9E (on the Barrie last which is a roomier last). So I ordered a EU43.

On the exchange, I decided to go up to EU43.5 as I found the 43 a bit snug (but not uncomfortable). If 43.5 is too roomy , which I’m doubting it will be, I can always wear a thicker sock but I think it will provide more comfort.

I also wear a 9.5E in the Alden Aberdeen last which tapers a bit in the toe box so 43.5 may do the trick for the Velasca shoe.

I hope that somewhat convoluted explanation helps.

You’re 9E on the Barrie and 9.5E on the Aberdeen in US sizing?
I was thinking I would have been size 43, but they’re sold through, so I was hoping I could make 42.5 work. But I’m 9.5D on the Barrie last (even though it’s a horrible last for my narrow heels and splaying toes), 42.5 sounds like maybe a bad call.

 

[Johnniegold]

You’re 9E on the Barrie and 9.5E on the Aberdeen in US sizing?
I was thinking I would have been size 43, but they’re sold through, so I was hoping I could make 42.5 work. But I’m 9.5D on the Barrie last (even though it’s a horrible last for my narrow heels and splaying toes), 42.5 sounds like maybe a bad call.

With Free Returns via FedEx you can try them out and see how it goes. Velasca makes the process pretty easy.

I am a size 10D US: (AE, Red Wing, Mephisto)

According to Alden (as you probably know)

Aberdeen: Runs fairly true to your normal U.S. size. Fit true to size. (A bit snug in tapering toe box but larger would be too big for me.)

Barrie: Runs 1/2 size larger than your normal U.S. size. Size down 1/2 size. (A comfortable fit for me.)

 

[theundeadkennedy]

Thank you for the advice ??

With Free Returns via FedEx you can try them out and see how it goes. Velasca makes the process pretty easy.

I am a size 10D US: (AE, Red Wing, Mephisto)

According to Alden (as you probably know)

Aberdeen: Runs fairly true to your normal U.S. size. Fit true to size. (A bit snug in tapering toe box but larger would be too big for me.)

Barrie: Runs 1/2 size larger than your normal U.S. size. Size down 1/2 size. (A comfortable fit for me.)

 

[Blackm]

Hello.
Has anyone ever tried their Jodhpur boots (Triton)? Their are part of the Anvil collection.
Wondering if for about 300USD they are a good option, I like their style but I'm not sure about them being only blake stitched and general quality.
Thanks.

 

[thedose]

I am selling 5 pairs of Velasca shoes -- Size 39EU / 6US / 7UK. All (except 1) come with Allen Edmonds shoe trees and other goodies, as well as Velasca shoe bags.

Brumista Brogue - Brown Suede

Brumista Brogue - Brown Leather

Brumista Brogue - Black Leather

Caffettee Oxford - Black Leather

Caffettee Oxford - Brown Tumbled Leather

 

[Johnniegold]

Bummer about the Moc stitching, I hope they sort it on the next pair.

6 months ago I returned these shoes to exchange them for a larger size. Unfortunately, the larger size was out of stock. I also advised their customer service (which is very good) that I was dissatisfied with the disparity in the stitching on the vamp.

2 weeks ago I received an email that the shoe was in stock so I placed the order. They arrived a few days ago and I am quite pleased. This time the stitching is what I had hoped it would be.

Here are some pics of the pair that I returned and the pair that just arrived.

First Pair

1st Pair

2nd Pair

The uneven stitching created a disproportionate look on the vamp which was created by the uneven amount of stitching used and made what appeared to be a line running along the right side of the left shoe. A minor detail perhaps but I could not see past it. The stitching on the second pair appears to be the same width thereby giving the shoes more symmetry.

It took 6 months but I am pleased with the new shoes.

 

[Johnniegold]

 

[NYCTechNerd]

Any updates from long time owners?

I was walking around the East Village of NYC yesterday and came across the store having never heard of the brand. I stopped in and spoke with a very nice woman who explained about some of the lasts used on different shoes. Unfortunately I was in sneakers and shorts so I did not have the opportunity to try on anything and decided to check-in here first before I go back o the store.

After reading through all 16 pages, it seems that a few years ago the shoes/boots were well priced, good quality, and great value for money but now they are almost double the price and the quality is not as good. Is this correct? Could this be due to the pandemic? Any other reason?

It also appears the owner, Enrico, stopped participating in 2017 and his account no longer exists.

And feedback would be greatly approeciated.

 

[Veremund]

I have three different pairs and I still love them.

 

[thedose]

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[ceegman]

Has anyone purchased anything from their cordovan collection; specifically, the Moros penny loafer? I am little hesitant purchasing something like cordovan from a brand when I can’t find reviews for that collection. Thanks.