(10% off), Keep collections to yourself or inspire other shoppers! Hi Simon, I think the classic penny from Alden is on the Van last, not Barrie. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. $95.00 Buy two straps and get the third free. Do they stretch after the break in period? Ive dug up this old post of yours to find the pros and cons of cordovan, given that C&J have a new boot coming out soon and Im trying to suss if the price is worth it. You also get a nice contrast between hard smoothness where there is reinforcement in the shoe - like the toe and heel - and a highly textured colour change where it bends. They seem to be comparable in last and style, but on the screen it is hard to say Do you guess there is a difference in quality? Accommodates single folded cash and many cards. Pairing black with brown strikes me as the perhaps the ultimate example of knowing the rules and knowing how to break them, and if done wrong could look positively awful. Very Limited availbility. Apologies if I might be slightly off-topic, but I couldnt find anywhere more relevant to ask you this question. Indeed, some readers thought they were black, when they saw the recent checks post that featured them. Captcha failed to load. 1. Or do you think cordovan is less versatile in boots? $25.00 Genuine Horween Shell Cordovan Tee. (40% off), Sale Price USD 135.00 *Please note. Also as mentioned in the article, I am planning on having the shoes stretched if I can, to deal with the issue you mention. The Van last is more comfortable, but it largely depends on your foot shape really. Yes youre right, those are the Kaans, I dont have any pictures of the Aldens. Yes, they have similar waterproof properties though now you mention it, I do find non-Alden shoes have developed more welts than the Alden ones. I bought the Alden Plain Toe Blucher in Colour 8 at the San Francisco Alden in 2016, and returned to the same shop for the Black version in 2017. One of the biggest such sites in the world, it receives up to 500,000 page views a month. last year (shown below). Saphir Creme Cordovan. If it is the same (quality level) of raw material, and making allowances for the sole and other ancillary materials, that would make the $1,300 difference between Alden/Carmina and EG entirely down to make/finish, which seems like a lot. Thanks, nice to know youve found it so helpful. I like how those are slim but not TOO slim if you know what I mean. It is intriguing to me. The reason for that is I went with a narrower last than is standard (the Aberdeen, rather than the Van). Because cordovan is shiny - it has a natural shine, and one that comes quickly back with buffing - it should be rather smart. Sale Price USD 69.70 Item Information. If its any consolation, Americans have a smaller shoe industry and less to choose from generally than we do. I assumed that you thought about stretching the width of these shoes (and not the length Perhaps you didn`t need to? The colour is, I think a brown/burgundy. I think that your review was not that favourable but I think that they have a fantastic shape and combination of materials and sole. Its something I will look at correcting at some point, perhaps by stretching them a little. Introducing our new Jumper Boot in the rare Dark Cognac Horween Shell Cordovan. In one way, yes it is. All of my shoes are brown suede (no chukka boots, though), so I was thinking of the Alden Jumper cordovan boots you have here. We also get your email address to automatically create an account for you in our website. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. Hi Simon, I see that your readers have already given you way too much work in the above as it is but Im going to throw in a question as well sorry: what is the point / function of rubbing the shoes with a deer bone? Kirby has a good video on that here, Hello Simon: What do you think of cordovan shoes made by UK manufacturers like Crocketts? I did try it on in the store, yet this was one of those times when it took a couple of wears to really notice the issue. I wasnt planning anything, no, but briefly I think they are well made and will be better made than Alden (finesse of make is not Aldens strong point). Early access to new releases, special events, and exclusive content. Theres no rule here just bear in mind that its a more casual material. Edward Sexton double-breasted flannel suit: Style breakdown, Women and clothes: An interview with Emilie Hawtin. Want to know more? Similar to Shell Cordovan, One of the few remaining shell cordovan tanneries, they are well known for their h. PRODUCT SPECS Article: Oiled Horse Butts Tannery: Shinki Hikaku (Japan) Tannage: Vegetable Tanned Full Grain: Yes Cut: Horse Butts Grain (Top): Smooth with Rustic Characteristics Flesh (Bottom): Smooth Firmness: Medium 6/10 Yield: 75% . I think its up to him. Yesterday morning I got an email about some Enzo Bonafe loafers in Colour 8 cordovan and I was wondering what is that? It is this texture in the creases that I think make it bridge formal and casual clothing. I bought some cordovan (Horween) derby from Churchs some time ago thinking that they were going to get that kind of patina that Aldens colour 8 gets and, unfortunately, it never happened. Reach out to Ealdwine in Raleigh NC USA. A fast brush will not only remove dirt, but the friction will build up heat that brings back oils and shine to the leather. Striking colour similar to the number 8 that you described, extremely comfortable, and surprisingly light feel on the foot for a heavy shoe. Dark Cognac is a deep, rich brown with lighter caramel-tones Id certainly wear them with, for example, charcoal flannels, knitwear, and a raglan coat. No problem at all. We are sorry, there are no products in this collection. Interested in how you wear the black cordovan tassel loafers. Much appreciated. Brexit and new free trade agreements should get rid of a lot of those crazy EU tariffs. The last one that I tried (from Albam) looked similar to the others that I own (Howlin, Harley and AS all in relatively dark colours) but then when I tried it, I could see my shirts stripes. But I must say I rather like the ripples, and when brown shell acquires an olive patina around the ripples with age, I absolutely love the effect. Rubbing it vigorously has a similar effect, and produces more of a shine. Ive always somehow found that look somehow silly on me. This age-old process requires skill and patience and is held dear to Crown Northampton's traditional roots. Similar to Dark Cognac but with some red tones. Obviously, they have both been resoled. If in doubt, Id tend towards this latter fit with something like denim. Find out more in our Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. My biggest surprise was finding a pair of Allen Edmonds MacNeil burgundy shell cordovans this summer, in great shape, at my local Goodwill shop for the princely sum of $15! Thank you and much appreciate it! I dont think this was covered in this thread, and apologies if it was! But but they feel so uncomfortable around my toes. As to belt, I wear a dark-brown leather most of the time, or even a black if its a smarter shoe/look. The leathers do vary between pairs Drakes also has different permutations. Which tongue pads have you found to be effective? Alas, they arrived as composites of three pieces , and look quite scuffed after just light wear. Take full advantage of our site features by enabling JavaScript. But they do have particular ties to the US Northeast, just because they became popular there, and were worn more in that community. A5 Cognac Brown WANCHER Wancher Leather A5 Compact Notebook Case Review My Favorite A5 Leather Journal Covers CUSTOM BOGART FEDORA | 50X BEAVER BLEND | COGNAC COLOR Chicago #5 in Marbled Dark Cognac Horween Shell Cordovan leather Sojourner Coal \u0026 Ember Unboxing | 2 New Folios - A5 and . Youve written a few times about the versatility of brown suede chukka boots. Not really to be honest Mike. For me it was Wolverine 1000 Mile boots.Others undoubtedly picked up Allen Edmonds Park Avenues.Whatever yours was, it probably wasn't made from shell cordovan leather. Ive seen and worn many shoes over the years that were called burgundy, oxblood, or something similar, but I always felt they had nothing to recommend them over black or brown. Carmina uses JR Redenbach oak bark tanned soles, which are considered some of the finest, comparable to Bakers, and used in Edward Greens shoes. My father and grandfather owned many pairs and Aldens wingtips and tassel loafers are a tradition amongst us here in New England. They have burgundy, dark brown and black Lovely though the Aldens look, the associated hassle and inflated costs of getting them over the pond are significant deterrents for now. $ 123.99 USD. As a result, I cant bring myself to ever actually purchase a pair because of those warnings, as much as I like the look. Have you noticed your shell cordovan loafers becoming any more comfortable after wearing them for some time ? Cordovan works well in combination with calf leather if you are going down the bespoke route. Simon, it is a great post. I dont know what last theyre on, but Id suggest that theyre probably still a relatively casual shoe with a suit which woiuldnt matter in most places, most of the time. 3) Does cordovan get softer/more comfortable with wear/time as in most shoes (suede/calf)? Burgundy calf doesnt quite cut it either. BTW, Horween has produced very differing shades of colour #8 through the years. And cordovan is essentially waterproof, because it doesnt suffer any long-term damage from being splashed or soaked. This was a perfect primer for the unique characteristics of Cordovan. Please note that all our shoes & boots are UK sized. Click on an image to enlarge. As it isnt a skin, it doesnt have a top layer, and so can look almost shadowy, with colours floating beneath the surface. Gabucci in Sweden has the tassel loafer, which is my second-favourite Alden loafer. Worth every short term pinch! Assuming the shoe itself is smart enough, how would the colour 8 cordovan go with a navy or charcoal suit? Bundle of Thanks again. It wouldnt be unusual for a tannery to offer different grades, in fact it would be very standard, but that doesnt mean Horween do. Due to the natural finishing processes used to create Lactae Hevea soles, there may sometimes be slight imperfections and colour differences from sole to sole. Theyre so open anyway, with that low vamp. Hand Stitch sign-off detail is applied to the upper only where necessary to offer strength. The loafers shown above - my Alden full-straps on the Aberdeen last - look almost black in this light. Learn more. Quantity. Would you consider adding any cordovan accessories? Did you had the same problem ? No worries. If my shoe size is UK 8.5 and most of my trousers leg openings are 18.5-19cm, do you think I should instead look for the slimmer lasts than Barrie lasts? 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