‘Buy less, Buy better’ is an idea that summarises the act of spending money on something as few times as possible, whilst getting the best item for the money.
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The shoe is also unisex. In Europe I got them around €100 but we can have them for less expensive. It’s different from Campus and Gazelle. I wear them because I find them pretty at my feet and they are thin. I think that when you are thin or have a small size having big sneakers does not offer a beautiful rendering...
Agreed, very fortunate to have them locally to get my size right! And yeah thats true, I always keep an eye out for interesting pairs! But these ones really spoke to me.
Thank you, appreciated! Hmm, Colour8 can be a bit difficult to wear, though Aldens tends to be super dark almost black, with purple highlights so quite cool. A little less useful for my wardrobe. Dark brown is probably more useful/ the most useful, but I find that for lighter fits it doesnt look anywhere near as good as this light/mid colour.
Hmm... Probably a rubber sole with a bit of a lug or some grip on it. Will last longer and hopefully help you not be too slippery. Which leather and some flatter rubber soles tend to be
Don't like the exposed buttons, so where's the placket hiding them? Also, tight fitting cuffs are a necessity I think. I'll take Barbarian brand from Canada over all other rugby shirts. They have heavy weight ones of 12 oz and 8 oz light weight ones for sale.
Not much I can do about the buttons, I personally quite like them. Agreed re cuffs, they're an essential part. Just looked at Barbarian, looks good, hard to source to Australia though, so a challenge I'm sure others will face. If I see them and I can buy them, I'll make sure to get one.
I don't want them riding up on dress pants and showing. If I decide to wear them with a suit. And there are lots of chelsea boots without pull tabs and people get them on fine.
Hey man have you worn these in rainy/wet conditions, if so how do they hold up?, I've been thinking about getting a pair of Samba Supers but am torn between these and the black leather pair
I regularly wear in the rain! They're pretty grippy to be fair. It's a nice rubber sole. The black pair are super usable, but I've really loved the something different of a blue suede. Haha sorry to be unhelpful on that front.
@@jessupsays Haha fair enough I'm just asking cause I've heard horror stories about people wearing suede shoes in the rain or in wet conditions so just trying to do a bit of research before picking up a pair so I don't get disappointed, also this pair feels super comfy straight out of the box right? Do you feel that there's not much of a break-in period compared to proper leather (if you have worn any leather shoes)? Thanks for the advice
@raghavchandran6462 I've not experienced any problems. Really low quality suede does not survive the rain, but the stuff adidas has used seems to be decent enough. And definitely no break in period like a leather shoe
@@jessupsays After much deliberation, I've decided to go with the black leather pair, simply due to it being cheaper than the suede one, how's the cushioning, like is it a shoe you can wear all day mostly or is it a uncomfortable shoe?
Rather than throw my boots away, I’m about to post them off to RM Williams service for a full remanufacture, so just the upper leather remains. Is so smart because these boots were a special gifts, so I’d rather have them remanufactured then buy a new pair of black boots. The process takes 6 weeks for me, so I’ll buy another pair but brown. The worst your RM Williams will look is when you first buy them, so when my boots come back they’ll looks great with plenty of character and my original leather.
Great video! I recently tried wearing each item of clothing only once for a whole month. When I wore everything in a category (e.g. shoes) I was free to wear the whole category. I found it a great way to really asses what I actually like to wear and what items were just placeholders or not fit for purpose. Video idea perhaps?
Thank you! Also, that's a very cool idea! I think I do that subconsciously already hahahaha 😂 keep things interesting. Appreciate the suggestion, I'll have a think about how to approach making a video about the topic!
I’ve got the brown pebble grain city sole 348 version! I’ve never had a corporate job but I’m in the same boat as you in thinking excellent shoes need to be worn and sometimes i personally feel sloppy in trainers particularly in an evening venue! I’m planning on styling mine with chinos and a knitted polo in tans and olives! Nice video!
Uniqlo JW Anderson Wide-fit Chino has roughly the same amount of taper to my eye compared to this Chino. It is 100% cotton, unlike Uniqlo's regular slim-fit offering. I suspect the fabric may not be as nice but I don't own a Casatlantic so you try and let me know :))
Appreciate the comment! I've tried them on a while ago, but I can't remember what I thought about them. I think theyd be much better than their standard offering though!
@@jessupsays I was waiting for a sale but Uniqlo is running low on the stock so I was forced to run and get it today :)) Since we're talking about chino, I've been to Informale shop in Melbourne and tried their chino. As a guy with large glute relative to waist (my tailor told me I have a bum of size 34 while my waist is 32), I found that Informale's chino is really small in the bum if I pick the correct waist for myself, while Uniqlo JW Anderson's one is a perfect everywhere. How do you feel about El Jadida's fit in the bum relative to Informale's?
@barinyasere3418 interesting 🤔 I have a similar issue and found their chinos work for me. When I'm home tomorrow I will try them on next to each other and see for you. Shoot me a message on IG? I can share photos etc
Ian Harold better than RM Williams and much cheaper, coming from someone who's owned both and now in 2024 RM Williams prices are even more ridiculous, I'm in Northamptonshire England Trickers and Crockett and Jones are different league to RM Williams
I have a medium brown double monks and planning to dye dark brown. I found lighter brown monk straps, too flashy and getting too much attention. Happy to hear your thoughts
I think if you think that, you're probably right. And if they were my shoes I'd probably feel the same way. Dark brown is very versatile and easy to wear, it's classic not flashy
What started as a boot that was worn within the Aussie Agricultural sector they are now worn under the pant legs of suits. I use to pay $180 for seconds out of the Frost Rd store when the rrp was $350. 25 yrs on, 3 pairs with multiple sole replacements and wearing them daily I can tell you I’m done - they are too expensive at $650 and the cost to resole keeps the investment ongoing.
Mmm. Hard to argue with that. Sadly they're not offering good value anymore, or insane quality. Just made in Australia, which for me was enough, but with the costs now. Maybe not. I've heard Ian Harold offer a potentially better made in Australia options, worth a look.
Good video ! You might want to consider sizing up a bit though , you shirt is very slim , it makes you look like your holding your breath .. no disrespect just giving an honest unsolicited opinion.
These chinos are far too slim at the hem to be "based on 1940s". The rise, however, is closer to the original era and the style----it's just what happens below the knee that strikes me as far less '40s. For comparison have a closer look at The Real McCoy's 1941 (not the Blue Seal Joe McCoy, which is more like these lovely Informale).
I had a chance to meet Steve in the Melbourne store a few weeks ago and I was impressed by his (and his team's) knowledge and service. I tried the said OCBD and the quality was like nothing I've felt before. Just wanna pop in here to give another pov compared to my current favourite OCBD by Kamakura. In terms of Informale's shirt sizing, the size 38 fits on me similar to the one you're wearing on the chest area. Having said that, I also love the relaxed vibe size 39 is on my body but sadly the sleeve length is slightly too long for my arms. For the price I needed a bit longer to think so I didn't end up buying it but maybe one day :)) In terms of Kamakura shirt, I have their 'American Sea Island Cotton' OCBD in the size 39-83 Tokyo Slim, which fits me similar to Informale's size 38 with maybe a tad bit shorter sleeves. I'd say the fabric feels equally as amazing and substantial on my skin compared to Informale's but the hand feel on the Kamakura's is slightly less dry when new (with wash I expect them to probably feel similar). The collar length is 8.5cm, which is perceivably shorter than Informale's but still retains a great collar roll. In fact, when I tried the Informale's I felt like if I were to buy it, I'd have to rewire my brain to be familiar with such a long collar. For now I'm satisfied with the 8.5cm I have but who knows in the future I might eventually crave a longer collar length. The buttons on Kamakura's are definitely not as glossy and nice compared to the ones on Informale's. Also obviously has no hand stitching details, but that is not the biggest concern in my mind at this point... yet. Is Informale's better quality? Yes. Do I want to eventually get one Informale shirt after having tried it? Absolutely one day. I hope you'll eventually review a Kamakura shirt but if you do, I reckon you should size up by one compared to Informale's OCBD and also get the 'American Sea Island Cotton' version because it will be thicker with a better drape than the regular cloth. However, absolutely don't hope for a shirt that will match up with Informale's insane quality.
@@jessupsays Also a question to you: Is Berg and Berg's only inferior to Informale's OCBD due to the hand sewn details or are there other aspects as well? I have a few pants from Berg & Berg from their Winter 2023 collection and I was massively impressed by their quality and fit. Given they do 50% after every season, their shirts will be less than half the price of Informale's so I'm considering grabbing one at the end of this season. Also given the massively lower price of Spier and Mackay, how does the quality of their shirts match up to Berg and Berg?
Thanks again for your comment. I agree with a lot of your points. Mostly to the effect that hand sewing seems like a nice to have not a must have. Except where it comes to the fit and design of the garment, I agree. It's something you and I might share a wink over, but mostly not needed. The Informale shirt is hand cut which means the shape and body is there. So that is a tangible different. But to what price you're willing to pay, is up to you! And I'm sure you will one day as you say. As for berg, from the sounds they are similar to Kamakura. Maybe slightly more ivy? I really rate and enjoy mine. There is a review of it somewhere. But it gets equal love as a daily ocbd. My Informale is still the best at being ironed for a suit, but excluding that. They're both amazing ocbds. And yes I'd pick one up if you can. You won't be upset I don't think 🤔
Not the only comment to the same effect. Are you UK-based? It seems Ian has good cut through there, how are you seeing them? Here in AUS, people are patriotic toward RM, but it's also an 'easy' purchase. A well-known brand that people know and 'is quality'. Maybe like Trickers used to be in the UK? I would think IHarold would have a lot of trouble cutting through that.
@@jessupsaysyes , I'm in Northamptonshire borders 20 miles away from Crockett and Jones and Trickers. An Aussie mate told me about Ian Harold he said Australia best kept secret, I had two pairs of RM Williams one tan, the other brown, they were okay but I certainly wouldn't rave about them like some do, and have a cult following in UK mine made stupid money on eBay. As far as I'm aware there's only a few stockists of Ian Harold in UK loads stock RM Williams, I was lucky picked up the Ian Harold on eBay new, unwanted gift, had them two years now and worn them loads, with minimal wear. incidentally I own several pairs of Trickers, 3 Henry, Burford and Stow and a couple of pairs of C and J my personal favourite the Coniston rough out suede boots.
@@richyclubsport5155 Thanks for sharing. I'd been very curious how it was spreading! As I said, It's not done similarly here. Best kept secret indeed! I'll have to save some money or sell some boots to maybe get a pair and shed said light on them! I agree, a suede pair (review coming soon) is my favourite pair of boots right now for sure!
Since these are leather shoes, I'm wondering if adding leather conditioner would soften them up. Basically add conditioner around the ankle area and wear them. I have Lucchese boots and that's usually the procedure when stretching them out. Sometimes you can get it done in store with mechanical intervention but I prefer doing it by wearing them so the boots fits like a glove.
Apologies for the delayed reply on this and your more recent comment! I have a newborn which has been demanding my attention. I couldn't agree more, suede and roughout are the perfect wet weather material and it does look so good with some hard wear! Especially waxed roughout.
I'm hesitating on buying Tanger or Safi, 34 or 36 (32 was too small, I do 1m88 for 90kg) and linen or cotton... Your video helped me a lot, you really deserved more viewed by the way haha, merci beaucoup !
I do wear socks? And I want to wear no socks sometimes. That's my prerogative as a person who spent big money on these shoes. But I can confirm to you, no matter how thick the socks. They are the same.
@@jessupsays hey while i can understand your point of "to each his own", i don't think its fair to judge a shoe based on its ability to be worn sock-less as all shoes are made to be worn with socks, or at least no-show socks. it's like saying just because you purchase a $4000 full leather jacket, you'd expect them to be comfortable even without wearing any shirt underneath.
As per my above comment. I wear them regularly with socks. Socks isn't the issue (it persist today). Regardless of thick or thin socks. Clearly my writing on this one wasn't clear enough on that point lol
@@jessupsays yes i've read your point on you wearing socks of all thickness (in fact i've read almost all the comments on this video because i've purchased this exact pair of shoes and wanted to know what to expect), i'm just specifically referring to your point where you expect that expensive shoes should have the ability to be worn sock-less. for what its worth, i think you got unlucky or perhaps your feet just doesn't suit the shape of the shoe which is a bummer no doubt given its price tag. i've had mine for a few months now and have had no issues although i did wear mine with socks always.
Yes that's a fair point. Re my desire, though I still do feel that way. Maybe I'm hoping for to much of a shoe that isn't really broken in. Genuinely glad to hear you're having more luck than I did! And others it seems. Thanks for sharing though, it's not a don't buy these it's a "be aware of this" based on my feet, view. They're still unbelievably good looking shoes either way 😆
Hey Jessup hope all's well mate. I just wanted to give an update on my sneaker journey. Basically due to what I consider really bad quality control, I have now dropped Crown Northampton (CN) and refunded the new pairs of shells, due to them being somehow differently constructed to my first pair in a way that caused me real pain while wearing them. I still have the first pair and they are still comfortable, so I have no idea why the new pairs were so different. Anyway, I have now purchased a pair of GORAL MELLOR II in Mastrotto Adrio Bianco white leather with gum sole and wow... the difference to me is dramatic. The GORAL are far better looking (imo better than common projects) than CN, far more anatomical and far more comfortable than CN, while still being "made in the UK" to a very high standard. Yes the quality of materials is a bit less in some areas than CN (eg: no oak bark counter), but Goral have said they will also do custom orders where you can request shell cordovan and different colour cup soles. I highly recommend giving them a try. :)
Hello, thanks for the comment and the update. As sad as it begins, I'm glad that you've got a good outcome for your soles! A real shame about the negative experiences with Crown. It seems there aren't few. I'd 100% be into Goral next, as I agree they seem the true logical successor to the promise offered here. Sadly I don't really want to spend more $$ on more sneakers when the $$$$$$ pair I have aren't serving me well. A shame. I'd get a pair just to review to be like "here look better" - or i hope. lol.
Can influencers, tiktokkers and other pretentious twats stop wearing Sambas and Samba Supers? I’ve been wearing them since the 70s, and these people need to get their own style
Dad Vest! I’ve been doing this too. I think it’s easy to fall into a trap of just looking at other people online dressing. I’ve been trying to dive into, how do I want to dress. What’s my spin on style? It’s been fun to lean in a little more.
So true man. It's a nice question to start considering. Mines been driven by function but then I've tried to embrace it. It's fun! Dad life is yet another functional change!
How often do you wash them? I don´t wear many sweaters because I usually wear suits or sportscoats, so I was wondering if I should wash every summer sweaters I may have worn three or so times a year or just put them in my drawer till next season and just wash them onc they really need it.
Good question! I'd say, it depends on how smelly they are. Like I can wear a thick knit over a shirt and a collar and it never gets smelly because I don't sweat into it. I'd say unless it looks dirty, or smells, you're probably ok. And if you are washing, just be delicate with it! Less is more with wool.
I have a FC leather tote, it's modestly sized (M) but can hold a surprising amount of stuff when needed. Great for everyday use and travelling. It's beautiful and built to last, like your briefcase.
Absolutely agree, the amount of items I fit in a relatively small bag is incredible. Very well designed and absolutely anything out of FC is going to last for a lifetime.
Wow thats incredible speed. I always look at them when considering a new shoe/boot, hopefully one day I get to try a pair myself! I've only seen them in person, never worn.
What was the name of the menswear show/event you mention at the beginnging? I also love double monks and I find that they can be styled interchangeably with loafers; at least in my use.
