Thanks for the review. I just ordered these two days ago. If only I watched your video earlier. My feet also get hot sweaty very easily. Damn… should I cancel my order?
I watch this video 1 day too late 1. I miss the box, I used the Tiffany blue to storage season small items 2. Shoes feels small to me, my first white koios were super comfortable out of the box, the new ones are walkable however after 2-3 hours painful 3. The laces are skinny making the shoe looks cheaper
I can attest to what you’re saying about these new models because I own two pairs myself (onyx & pebble). I know you said the stitching has stayed in place but at 6:25 I’m seeing either the stitching on the rubber sole becoming loose or the stitching missed the proper patern around the toe-box. Can you shed some light on what I’m seeing?
Enjoyed this video. Currently trying to decide between Koio and Oliver Cabell for my first "nicer" pair of leather sneakers. I really love the cooler colorways and variety of Oliver Cabell but i've seen a lot of horror stories about Oliver Cabell customer service and that might make me forgo the cool designs and colorways and opt for Koio instead.
I’m new to Koio and just got my first two pairs a few weeks ago - the Capri in triple white and the Capri X in Onyx. Couldn’t be happier with them, super comfortable and very impressed with the build quality. I’m considering getting a pair of Gardas next - have you had any experience with those?
@@Brent_Fiore Because the quality of the box has literally nothing to do with a review of the shoe. It's like saying because the cover of a book is boring, the book is boring.
@@negnug That's crazy, you stopped watching because he's "judging a book by its cover", which in turn makes it so you're judging this video by its cover 💀
@@brugbug165 Not quite. If I'm seeking a review of a certain kind of ice cream but the review includes the quality of the box it came in or the glass that holds it, then it is no longer a fair assessment of the ice cream itself.
I know this is a few years old, but how long would you recommend until getting rubber taps put on , should I put some wear on them first or do it right away?
Either or. You can enjoy the leather soles for a bit and then get them put on. But if you live in a snowy climate I would put them on before winter for sure.
You did a review on the updated Koio Capri sneakers a while back. How are they holding up after all this time? Are they worth the investment? Thanks man
Prada L'Homme is probably the best fragrance in "Clean & Soapy" category. Dior Homme Sport Cologne is probably the nicest Summer fragrance on the market. Smooth, polite, yet fresh and inviting. Chanel Allure Homme Edition Blanche is a masterpiece in lemon themed gourmand fragrances.
That’s fair. That is why I would go through a company like Nordstrom. They have great customer service and they don’t have a return policy if you like them. Definitely give them a try.
Yo thank you for this honest review. Also really touched my heart to hear "Jesus loves you more" at the end. God is using you so powerfully to remind people of that. Caught me off guard and made me smile and feel His love. God bless you man :) Also have you ever heard of anyone receiving fake Axel's off their legit website? Got a pair of Area Hi's on sale (double checked the site, it's legit) and the gold foiling is slightly imperfect along with some of the stitching. They have like a chemical smell to them. I bought two pairs (for sizing reasons) and they're both like that... would it even be possible to recieve two fake pairs ? Thanks again
Gotta spread His love. Haven’t heard anything about that. I would assume that they are fine and just have a factory flaw. And the chemical smell is probably the glue that they use to cement the sole.
Man being a frag head in MN is so hard. Really no quality niche location at all. Spent a ton on samples to find my fragrance rotation. Love your list all great choices. One designer I can’t get enough of is Brioni Eclate right now and my Niche choice is LV Pacfic Chill then my office scent like always is Grey Vetiver.
Love when I see one of your videos on my feed. My favorite hoodies are: American Giant for thicker hoodies, I have one Origin which is so heavy it’s a winter coat for me. (I am a MN guy too) Then for lightweight hoodies i like reigingchamp.
Imma have to try that reiningchamp one. I would recommend checking out the Egan outlet Filson store. My wife and I both got one of these prospector hoodies for $25 each. What part of the metro?
@@Brent_Fiore we go to that outlet often but for whatever reason never realized the had a Filson store. Picked up a great deal at the Pendelton store. We (wife, daughter and I) are in south mpls right by Lake Nokomis.
oversized jeans are not a tend just because of skaters in my opinion, they might stop being mainstreanm but skaters will always wear them even if they stop being popular, thats how it has always been, skaters have been using baggy pants since the 90s and they probably aren't gonna stop, heck, they survived the 2010s skinny jeans era
@@Brent_Fiore "Anything over 16oz is uncivilized" wth that mean? Anything below 32oz is pretty easy to wear. "Anything above straight fit is a trend right now" Literally mind your own bussiness on what fits people like. Jigging or wides its not your concern.
Bro you are so pressed over someone’s opinion on jeans. The average consumer isn’t going to like anything over 16oz. I know this because I worked high end retail for over 5 years. And the fit range I provided has historically stood up to “trends” in style not function. I am talking about general styles to the average consumer not to denim heads. I have owned a pair of 25oz IHs, and you are just wrong about “pretty easy to wear”. But if you like something on you, wear it.
@@Brent_Fiore "Bro your so pressed" lol you really like to make things up in your head and state your opinions as fact. You should reexamine your lens and bias you via the world cause your really trying to prove your bad opinion is the right opinion over here to someone who couldn't care less 😂
@@salsa83 Anything even close to 32 oz feels like chain mail armor, what are you talking about lol. Wider fitting pants/jeans definitely is a recent trend, that doesn't mean people shouldn't wear it and that's not what Brent is saying. He's just of the opinion that it's not going to be a timeless fit/style, which is a completely valid take.
Key word being historical. I am not talking about out workwear, more about style. But some people can pull off the wide leg? Also 3/4 pairs of denim in this are made in Japanese denim mills. Faded AGs are Kaihara denim, darker AGs are Nakashima Selvage Denim from Shinohara Textile, and the Light wash are from Kuroki Mills in Okayama, Japan.
@@Brent_Fiore right, I was referring to the common theme that enduring styles have historical references... Which disagrees with your comment about other cuts besides slim, tapered, and straight being simple trends. Yes, many, if not most, people can pull off a wide leg fairly well. I meant Japanese brands that have been around for a long time. I see you linked Self Edge and Blue Owl, do you have a favorite Japanese brand on either site?
@@Brent_Fiore nice, my first raw selvedge pair was the 20 oz secret 288zr. They were too big for me when I lost some weight so I had to sell them. I picked up the 222 super wide last fall and I wear them all the time, they're very comfortable and easy to style, love that hairy texture too. I got the Sugarcane Hawaii at the same time but the 222 gets all my attention. Maybe the Hawaii will shine during summer with lighter/smaller tops.
My coworker wore this two weeks ago, and I asked her what is it, she got it off of scentbird via her sister. I asked cuz I thought it smelled like tobacco vanilla from tom Ford. TF tv is one of my signature scent. She normally wears grocery store perfume to the point of offence. I asked quickly, as it was an event at work. It is nearly TF TV. It would be a good value...I was curious as how she aquired it, it smells and spills like Tom Ford tobacco Vanille with a small earth spice. Nearly to the point that I asked. I feel it's a very good and accurate dupe. I smelled it in the morning and as it wore. I have a good nose and this was the most accurate depiction.
Reviewing boots you can’t wear because they’re the wrong size is pointless. $189 on sale now for a handmade boot is one of the best deals on the market.
It’s not that they do not fit me they are just tight. I can come to a good conclusion knowing about the shoe, having them in hand, feeling them, and looking at them. I spent 5 years in the high end shoe industry. I am well versed. And for the money are okay. My opinion is just to put that money toward a better shoe. And yes they are “hand made” but not in a region or country known for boots. Just cuz something is “hand made” doesn’t make them good. Thanks for your thoughts!
Help please! I don’t have any other boots to compare so I check some of my shoes: DC skateboard 9.5 US (I sized the Sole Length, is 29cm) Converse 8.5 US (I sized the Sole Lenght, is 30cm) I sized my foot and is 27cm. so it make sense buy 41 or 42 from FTF?
I have a pair of Dowler boots in pull up leather (with the rubber sole). I couldn't be happier with them. My foot is between 9 1/2 to 10, and little on the wide side. I went with a size 10 (BS doesn't do E+ widths) and they fit very well. My heel is locked in but not pinched, and the toe box provides plenty of room. Break in time was minimal, too. I think your review is spot on. This was my first pair of boots. Boot heads notice them. They have a more narrow, almond (read: European) shape, and they definitely stand out to folks who know, y'know? With that said, they are my first pair of boots. I will probably move on to a different company for pair #2. Thanks for the honest review.
Hey how have these loafers held up? Do you think these are appropriate as spring/summer loafers? I love the height but don't want to look silly wearing them during hotter weather in NYC
I think those are great year round if you get them in a smooth or pebbled leather. The suede is a little more cold weather vibes but still works all year.
Hey welcome back brother! Congrats on married life. Heres my take on Beckett Simonon, I bought a pair of double monks back in 2020 from them. My complaints are for the pricing and whole lead time thing. The price increases makes them very close to Meermin and Carmina on sale and for the small upcharge, I would rather get those brands instead of BS. Additionally, with modern shipping and supply chain, there is no way that it would ever take 2-3 months to make a shoe. No other brand functions like this and it really is a profit increasing tactic by them at this point. Thanks for the review though!
Ahhhh good to see you bro! Your take is perfect. I think there is a place for the newbie boot guy at this house, but you are right. Much better options for the seasoned.
Respectfully, what are you talking about? Both of your points are completely misguided. For a direct comparison, Carmina monkstraps start at $550 and go up from there. If you want to use an occasional sale price (highly doubtful under $300) you also have to account for BS’s common promotions as low as $170 for a pair of shoes or boots. Overall are Carmina shoes a better product? Absolutely. But for $170, I’ll take BS all day every day. Secondly, how do you not understand BS’s business model and long lead time given you are a past customer? The wait time has nothing to do with shipping or supply chain, it’s entirely due to the completely handmade, made to order process. The monkstraps you ordered weren’t in the works until you ordered them. It’s how they maintain their industry leading emission standards and B Corp certification, and brings with it the long wait time. I would also love to hear your logic about how customers waiting 2-3 months “increases profits” for them.
@@mhb1081 so you want me to wait for sales on an inferior product instead of waiting for sales on a better product. And then want me to believe that a company that doesn’t hold unsold inventory isn’t increasing its profits by doing so. Let me rephrase you want me to believe that a company that drives down the cost of storage by only making what is sold isn’t doing that to increase profits. Sounds like every company should be doing that then and you should be the CEO right?
@@JokeSwag im genuinely lost at what point you’re trying to make? In every company in every industry across the world, there are products at various price points and accordingly various qualities. Are you saying BS should not try to make a profit to remain sustainable… like every single other company does? By diminishing BS trying to make a profit by reducing inventory cost, are you implying Carmina doesn’t raise costs to offset their inventory to make a profit? Making an argument of just buying the better product makes no sense when that product is 2-3x the price. I never said that someone shouldn’t buy carmina shoes, they are an amazing product and if you can afford it, then go for it. I simply said BS reduces many of the overheads consumers pay for behind the scenes with traditional retail. Find me a single other company making completely hand made footwear with equivalent or better leather, working conditions, environmental policies, and employee benefits, for under $170, and I’ll shut up.
@@mhb1081 I'm making the original point that I made 4 weeks ago. BS has every right to do what they want. I have every right to buy from Carmina regardless. And I have the right to steer people to Carmina over BS. And no you don't have to shut up. I couldn't care less what you spend your money on or who you give it to.
Man, I’m really happy to see you back!! I discovered your channel a few months before you disappeared and I’ve been wondering if you’d ever come back. Excited to see what you do now.
Hey I want to buy them at Farfetch but I notice your shoe does not say ARIGATO on the back and on Farfetch it does say ARIGATO do you think Farfetch may be fake?
