I just bought a very similar pair of Aldens today at the Goodwill for $6. No real scuffs and the soles are still very serviceable. Can’t wait to get them to look like this.
Who can hate on this ballroom dance of the fingers. Those who voted down, must ONLY WEAR... biblical open toe sandles, and he would make those look new!!! Great job E.O!! Much love & support of your craft from DetroitMartyMar
That Burgundy though! As rich as it can be. I luv it. Very mesmerising to watch u work, and the play list is out of this world. Bringing Joy and Comfort. Thank u for Caring and Sharing. Until next time!
Another excellent video Preston both in style and technique. Thank you. I’m a recent convert to Saphir products. My question is on product choice in the Saphir line. I noticed you used the regular Saphir Leather Conditioner versus the Renovateur. What drove your choice? Thanks in advance.
I'm curious, how're your Alden pennies so red? I have the same ones in burgundy, but mine are much darker. Perhaps it's the lighting in your video or the leather's exposure to natural light that could've lightened them.
Hi Preston, I’m following you since a while now, and these shoes are my favourite ones. Could you tell me what’s the model and where to find them ? You are doing such a great job, next lvl, near to the magical !
Hey Elegant Oxford, Where do you get your edge dressings from? Also, what is your opinion on applying leather conditioner on the leather sole? Would there be any benefit since we just walk on the floor? Thanks.
He uses Fiebings edge dressing when he's fine with color changes and Mod Podge gloss finisher when he wants to preserve the color. I think he's mostly neutral on conditioning the soles--there's no harm in doing it but neither is it necessary. I personally use neatsfoot oil on them every six months to keep them waterproof but nothing more.
Hi, i have question, if the loafers is maroon/burgundy color, must use the same polish cream right? (Not brown or black cream) because my loafers is burgundy color.... And, how times to do polish after bought the loafers? tq :D Im from Malaysia
Preston, I was rewatching some of your older videos because it feels like we haven’t got a video from you in a long time. Then I realize it’s only been 3 days since your reveal. How sad of a life I must live.
I just bought a pair of black Allen edmond penny loafers from my small town Goodwill for 8 bucks lmao in my size too. They are not in terrible shape. But I'm trying to restore them. The black isn't as rich anymore. the heel and outsoul also lost its rich color black. Should I do a dye the shoe black again? I'm just looking for some tips. Because these shoes still have some great life in them. Thank you for anyone that can answer this.
If it’s not in terrible shape no need to dye black. Just restore the shoes with leather lotion shoe polish and wax . With that method your shoes will shine as bright as the sun
Perhaps its just me. Personally I never like the super glossy shine to a point that it looks plastique. To me, a regular shine would do it without drawing attention from an individual's entire wardrobe. To me, the super glossy shine is akin to wearing a Rolex watch with all the sparkling embedded diamonds.
Saddle soap should only be used to clean a really soiled shoe, in my opinion. I don’t find I ever need it. If the shoe is really messed up, I’ll just use acetone and then condition. Of course I am aware that everyone has their preferences. Saddle soap is perfectly serviceable.
The Elegant Oxford Thanks for answering :) I have recently started watching your video's and they're really qualitative and definitely addictive. Keep up the good work!!
Remember, Preston: An ASMR must only have the sounds of the work being done, in this case, the sound of brushes on shoes, the cloth polishing the shoes, the cans of waxes and creams when you open them. Background music has no place here and completely destroys the ASMR experience, which is a real shame.
