Ranking Best Men's RTW Shoes, $200-500 (47 BEST & WORST Brands!)

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Our ranking of 47 men’s ready-to-wear shoe brands between $200-$500: gentl.mn/ranking-brands-rtw-d...
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00:00 RTW Shoe Brands Introduction
These rankings come from the combined experience of all our GG team members, so they are our personal views backed by many collective years of experience. We’ll be ranking the shoe brands based on their overall style, quality, and price. We look at new retail prices and just like our previous installments, we’ll be going with a letter-based grading system.
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03:44 1. Ace Marks
04:15 2. Allen Edmonds
04:53 3. Armin Oehler
05:27 4. Aurélien
06:01 5. Barker
06:29 6. Beckett Simonon
07:27 7. Bridlen
08:19 8. Bruno Magli
08:44 9. Carlos Santos
09:22 10. Carmina
09:52 11. Charles Tyrwhitt
10:13 12. CNES
11:05 13. Cobbler Union
11:49 14. Cole Haan
12:04 15. Florsheim
12:50 16. Grant Stone
13:17 17. Herring
13:49 18. Hugo Boss
14:13 19. Idrese
14:50 20. J. FitzPatrick
16:09 21. Jack Erwin
16:24 22. Jay Butler
17:13 23. Johnston & Murphy
17:25 24. Joseph Cheaney
18:02 25. Loake
18:28 26. Löf & Tung
19:02 27. Magnanni
19:33 28. Meermin
20:35 29. Moral Code
21:05 30. Morjas
21:29 31. Myrqvist
21:35 32. Oliver Cabell
21:45 33. Paul Evans NYC
22:47 34. Russell & Bromley
23:05 35. Scarosso
23:43 36. Septième Largeur
24:08 37. Henry Stevens/Shoepassion
25:20 38. Skolyx
25:48 39. Strange Island
26:08 40. Suitsupply
27:00 41. Taft
27:30 42. Thursday Boots
27:50 43. TLB Mallorca
28:47 44. Undandy
29:18 45. Velasca
29:55 46. Yanko
30:34 47. Yearn
What did you think of our rankings? Do you agree or disagree? And are there other brands you think we should consider in a future installment? Let us know in the comments!
32:00 Outfit Rundown

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@gecfes Год назад

The cheesy puns and dad jokes make (and keep) this channel a fun and welcoming place to return to every week.

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

Glad to hear that!

@hnc9 Год назад

Great video. But I would just like to say, Fantastic for having Nomos as a sponsor! What a classic brand with heritage and quality in the horology world!

@iony9963 Год назад

I have to give you credits on the sponsorship! No cheap rip-offs sold as luxury, you kept it quality, well done!

@dejuanmcguire9348 Год назад

Good topic and video! You all just helped reaffirm my interest in J. Fitzpatrick, and CNES, while supporting my suspicions about a few in the D to F range.

@marioe6696 Год назад

Best channel on RU-vid on this subject. Well done gentlemen.

@MrThomasAnderson7892 Год назад

Very, very useful video! I wore Florsheim and this was an eye opener. I learned about brands I did not know exist. 👍👍👍

@heroofmetal 8 месяцев назад

Bravo!!! Have waited a long time to hear about TLB Mallorca from you

@josephgrigsby4394 Год назад

Thank you for the thorough rating at this price rung! I have 3 pairs of Meermin's, and have had mixed results. The two pairs of boots from their main line have the same weak point: bad upper thread stitching. I've had them both repaired and both need repair again. I also have a pair of their Linea Maestro black cap toe Oxfords and those have been great! They feel better every time I wear them and are the nicest shoes I've ever bought.

@stamesaheights Год назад

Thank you so much for this video about RTW men's Dress Shoes. I feel I just enrolled in the course Dress Shoe 101.

@herbtube7824 Год назад

Very intersting and well-exectued video. Very valuable to me. And also a great outfit, that Raphael is wearing.

@johnfranco3866 Год назад

Good videos . I learn a lot from watching your videos.

@azzureone78 Год назад

Great video, looking forward to your boot video! Please include RM Williams when you do.

@evanz9608 Год назад

I know no one asked, but here's my two cents and ratings on the brands on this list that I personally own pairs of. Rating takes value into account Ace Marks (1 oxford, 1 loafer) Overall Rating: A/B +beautiful patinas +patina helps hide any creases +nice last +very comfortable once broken in +they accidentally listed cotton shoe bags for free one time, I ordered 20 of them, and they didn't cancel the order. 10/10 good sport +mystery box -initially stiff -soles looked gouged after a few wears (I work in an office with porcelain floors and I only walk on pavement from house>car>office) -limited styles -fairly long break-in -very narrow toebox (style is pain) Beckett Simonon (1 monk, 1 oxford, 1 chelsea) Overall Rating: C/D +extremely comfortable out of the box +little to no break in +I personally love their last +deceptively wide toebox +the soles hold up nearly as well as my Velascas (which are very, very good) +very soft, supple uppers +vast catalog with some cool unique styles +good customer service +they walk you through the build process month by month and it really personalizes the experience -QC could be better. I personally had very minimal issues, but the fact that issues are to be expected is not good. They should rebrand as "Just Factory Seconds" -severe creasing after a couple of hours. I have shoes with dozens of wears that don't crease nearly as bad as any of my BSs after one wear -lead time is awful for shoes that are usually flawed -colors look drastically different in person than on their website (in my opinion) Meermin: (3 oxfords, 1 loafer, 1 monk, 1 chukka) Overall Rating: A +nice leathers +classic styles +elegant lasts that aren't overly narrow +fairly quick break-in +their seconds slap hard. Couldn't find what the flaws were on two pairs of seconds +gives you a detailed breakdown of the construction and materials of each shoe -leather is a bit stiff out of the box -limited styles but they cover all the basics and have a few unique styles too -narrow toe box but not an issue after they're broken in Taft: (1 pair, brown Rome boots) Overall Rating: F +looks awesome in the picture, and even better in person +very light weight +you can wear them with jeans and a t-shirt or with a blazer +extremely unique designs -leather is ridiculously stiff. So stiff that after several wears, they still dig into my calves -extremely uncomfortable, feels like I have a thin piece of leather between my feet and the ground -leather feels extremely thin. I know it's a dressier style boot but all my other dress boots and shoes feel thicker -tons of QC issues. Heel isn't flat with the sole so there's an awful high point, there's a large wrinkle in the insole, gaps between the welt and upper, there's so many issues I can't name them all, -overall fit and finish is extremely sloppy and unacceptable for the prrice Velasca: (1 suede derby) Overall Rating: S +literally the most comfortable shoes I've ever worn, including sneakers +little to no break-in +leather soles are ridiculously durable and still feel very smooth after 2 dozen wears +extremely wide variety -many of their lasts are very bulbous -they just released velcro shoes and they don't even light up Thursday Boots: (3 low top "dress" sneakers, 2 boots) Overall Rating: C +extremely comfortable +nice minimalist "dress" sneaker +I'm not sure what else to say, it's just a really good sneaker +there are no cons for the sneakers +awesome customer service -boot sizing seems inconsistent. An 8D on one boot is really tight, and the other is comically large -apparently they have issues with consistency but they make up for it with good service

@toobalkain Год назад

Velasca is funny, most of their stuff isn't even Goodyear welted and they seem to be using polished leather of unknown origin on their GYW line. Not saying evey leather from major tanneries is world class but it's about transparency, Septieme Largeur only use du Puy, d'Annonay and Weiheimer, I've only tried the black calf and it's off the charts good.

@evanz9608 Год назад

@@toobalkain I think what makes me like velasca so much other than just getting one pair of really awesome shoes is the super fast shipping, I love the website, their photos are great and offer outfit inspo, and it sort of comes off as a lifestyle brand. Maybe they just have really good marketing but I think they did a good job of selling the Italian style and lifestyle despite their lasts not mirroring other Italian lasts. It’s entirely possible that they just make a slightly above average, but I personally love them and plan to buy 2 more pairs for the summer. This is similar to Beckett Simonon but I was much harsher with my rating because the end result is a pretty subpar product. For $20-40 more you can get the same style shoes that are superior in every way

@daltonmeyer3976 Год назад

respect for the amount of time and testing this took.

@TheAestheticGod Год назад

How do you order meermin seconds these days? i remember there used to be a obscure ebay page that was actually run by the company?

@evanz9608 Год назад

@@TheAestheticGod they’ll usually have sales at the end of a season and sometimes they have dedicated seconds sales. It’s important to note that new releases don’t go on sale, learned that the hard way when they released horsebit loafers

@artadrians Год назад

Nice Review...informative and useful...Thanks 😊

@vincentgiannattasio6709 Год назад

Love these videos! Thanks for doing them. What about To Boot New York?

@lockstock600 Год назад

Joseph Cheaney & Sons at C+ is insane, which makes it hard to trust any recommendation you make.

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

How would you rank them and why?

@FramesToImpact 5 месяцев назад

Lol. Herring shoes are made by Loake and Barker factories but they rated Herring higher than Loake and Barker 😂 And Cheaney at C+ makes me think these guys are just inventing their stuff up.

@Donmenon Год назад

Thanks for this video. Your guides have been extremely helpful. I recently picked up a pair of brown Yanko double monks and oxblood Vero Cuio brogued oxfords. I’m curious to know your take on Moreschi shoes by the way. I own a pair of their brown oxfords.

@TeslaRules1856 7 месяцев назад

Two things often not discussed but of importance to some are 1) Storm Welted options. In urban/wet/snowy locations its nice to have this option. Surprisingly many boot makers don't offer this on most lines. 2) TSA precheck and security. No one wants to take off their shoes at the airport, or in a secure building. Allen Edmonds is one of the few makers who uses non metal shanks. Some of the English brands do as well. Most manufacturers will not even mention what type of shank they use (wood, fiberglass, or metal). Of interest these days are cobblers who can recraft a shoe with fiberglass for frequent flyers.

@guilhermepietro7178 Год назад

I was just searching for this video yesterday, I even commented with my wife that there was only a video of $500+ thanks for this video.

@josephthorpe8138 Год назад

I have a few Beckett Simonon. They are affordable, and I have found the materials to be very good quality. I think I have a brogue wingtip, a sneaker, and a while cut. I like all of them. No imperfections

@ivanlouisjbarrantes1254 Год назад

Seeing a prototype blazer from Fort Belvedere is enough to get me excited on what Fort Belvedere has in store for usbin the future!

@c.w.9615 Год назад

The coin shaped case that Sven mentions is an adaptation of the first wrist watches, when straight lugs were soldered on to pocket watches. It became a design motive and is still utilized in modern wrist watch design.

@azamatfleming5427 Год назад

Great video as always. I wonder what your opinion on Mephisto shoes are? A lot of their shoes are Goodyear welted, and while they are quite old-fashioned in their look, are supremely comfortable. A French company with German themes

@anthonys5568 11 месяцев назад

Thank you for the video.

@dejuanmcguire9348 Год назад

Good topic and video! I am curious to hear feedback about Spier & Mackay shoes, if anyone has experience. I like their shirts and the shoes look nice online. It would also be interesting to include Stacy Adams, Steve Madden, or Aldo, to name a few popular brands often found in shopping malls. They are perceived by many people to be high end shoe brands, along with Cole Haan and some others that ended up in your D to F range.

@madhattersc4051 Год назад

Have two pairs of the Herring Handgrade line which is Carlos Santos Handgrade and they are absolutely beautiful shoes. Gotten several compliments on them.

@crvlwanek Год назад

I live less than an hour from the Allen Edmonds factory, if you can make the trip their seconds are a great deal! I have two pairs of boots from there that I love (brown wingtip, black Chelsea). Haven’t expanded my dress shoe horizon yet, finding the right size without being able to try things on is a real pain

@Thomas-sw4eu Год назад

Great to see Raphael do a video again! It’s been a little while

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

We all film about the same amount, it's the schedule that can cause certain things to launch differently

@ukwesaba Год назад

I'm South African and I've been looking for a dress shoe well a boot in particular and Herringshoes really impressed me and your review gave more confidence in investing to buy from them.🙏

@v_r_ Год назад

Nice video. Yearn is as advertised btw. I'll be unboxing a pair on my channel soon.

@danbee415 Год назад

I opened them, theyre top of the line value shoes. I think with Yearn youre just getting the top of the line shoe for as cheap as it can be. The sole options and leather just make it superior to me over Gizano Girling. Especially at my age when value is just far more important.

@joec4264 Год назад

Greetings. I've been watching your videos for some time now and really appreciate the information you share with us. I have a question related to this video. Are you familiar with Finsbury shoes? If so, what is your opinion on them?

@viclucyzia Год назад

My preferred shoes : Under $500 a wonderful pair of Cheaney bluchers in cognac and pebble grain. Over $500 a awesome pair of Church's full brogue in Havanna brown Formal black AE Fifth Ave quarter brogues

@marioe6696 Год назад

I would love to see you guys make a video about vintage spade sole shoes. Exploring the history, purpose, and styling of the "spade" would be very interesting.

@thechairman74 Год назад

I have a pair of CU Richard black calf captoe oxfords and they're very nice. The quilted insole has started to peel up on one shoe, though. My biggest complaint is the closed channel outsole. It looks beautiful of course but it started to peel off on the toe of my right shoe pretty quickly. I'll probably have to get them repaired with toe plates. I see that they have gone to open channel soles on their current models, which is a good move.

@Ajwahed Год назад

Great video, next do winter coats pls

@moniqueroberts6429 Год назад

Another informative GG video! I assumed Tricker's would make the list at this price point?

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

In the US, they are in the $500+ range.

@moniqueroberts6429 Год назад

@@gentlemansgazette My mistake! Thanks for the response ✨

@wizardcat2828 Год назад

Good video! Can you do one like this for leather bags?

@bradleythomas5445 8 месяцев назад

Great video! Thanks so much for your sharing your insight. I wear a size 15D on a Brannock device. Can you share manufacturers that offer larger sizes at this price point (other than Allen Edmonds)? Thanks!

@PBHpbh021954 Год назад

I was wondering what you thought about the Indian-made shoe brands that certainly fit your price criteria. I own pairs from 3DM Lifestyle, Lethato, and Rawls. Not sure I would buy Lethato again since they are slightly oversized and a bit "clunky" but the other two brands are a perfect fit for my US 13M (UK 12) size and are extremely comfortable. Going Italian, I am an Ace Marks fan since the shoes fit me perfectly (as they do you apparently) but I only purchase from their "Factory Access" event which offers exclusive limited designs held once a year for a short time window. So my Ace Marks shoes are unique. Ace Marks also offers shoe trees matching their Last which is a big plus for me. Love your channel, Thank you.

@arthurcatalanotto1151 Год назад

Quality, craftsmanship and customer service; TLB for me!

@fransenfiets Год назад

BlackBird Shoemaker is also an amazing handwelted brand which is up-and-coming from India. Their team is super responsive, and they’ve got some gorgeous leathers and great sole work.

@charleshabecker Год назад

Beautiful shoes. Love them

@Manuel421 Год назад

I respect the insights very helpful. Sadly my Sanborn color Cap toe Oxfords are Johnston and Murphy so I'm hoping they'll last otherwise I'll try to save up a bit more next time.

@gjs9871 Год назад

I have an older pair of Johnston and Murphy, and I love them. They’ve held up well except the shoelaces, and fit comfortably.

@Manuel421 Год назад

@@gjs9871 Mine are still pretty new so I'll definitely give them a chance despite the failed ranking on here. I can't afford Allen Edmonds so I have to do the best I can budget wise but as long as they can last 5-10 years hopefully it'll have been worth the purchase. They'll mostly be for Church anyway so it's not like I'll wear them out quickly. Are yours also Cap Toe or another variety? I appreciate your response. It's also nice when GG acknowledge all comments but I understand that sometimes they're quite busy. As a gentleman in his 30's I always value all the info to continue improving my wardrobe. Hope you're enjoying your weekend kind sir.

@thundergunek666 Год назад

Hello gentlemen. What experience and recommendations do you have for black tie shoes in this price range? Thank you

@mannyfan165 Год назад

i got some unlined meermin penny loafers for the summer. They are great, though it did take a while just to expand the leather so i could slip my foot in and out. gotta break them in a bit, even with no inner lining

@aftokratory Год назад

Hi! Thought I would try and help with some video ideas. If you haven’t already, I would love to see a video on Raphael’s black tie outfit collection with all the dinner jackets, dinner suits and accessories, like the videos on tie, bow tie and shoe collections. Cheers!

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

Thanks!

@dannytu9360 Год назад

Great video! I enjoy my pair of Thursday executives. They're quite comfortable, reasonably good leather, and a good price for the product. The "chiseled" toeshape was a bit odd to me at first, but they've grown on me!

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

I have seen Thursday boots in person, and we have several on the list that look a lot better. I just haven't worn Thursday boots for extended periods of time yet, hence no rating

@justajazzfan7838 Год назад

Raphael is back! Please show up in more videos!

@realgamer1998 Год назад

these customizable made to order shoes looks awesome. choosing your color, style and laces right from the get go. wow. many a times I like a shoe but there are these small details which can't be ignored.

@the_9ent Год назад

Which ones have you used?

@turkishpostman525 6 месяцев назад

I have just purchased an Oehler‘s Loafer(good year) and the quality and comfort is phenomenal!

@jgb0017 10 месяцев назад

A couple of additional companies in that price range worth taking a look at-Berwick 1707, Fugashin, NPS, and Malfroid. I’m not sure whether Ed et Al is still around, but they made some very nice value shoes.

@philipmiller8462 Год назад

Fugashin shoes are well with in this range and fantastic (imo). Donegan isn't bad either. I do need to try Michael Darren shoes. They are in this range, seen them and they look beautiful.

@Newman8881 9 месяцев назад

Thanks for these ranking. I will only buy from A- to B + list than.

@erazmuz Год назад

I got an Oliver Cabell 2 months ago and it’s the most comfy loafers I’ve ever worn.

@AppealToHeaven Год назад

For me, my best/favorites are Wolverine 1,000 Mile boots; Loake 1880 Bedale Tan wingtip boots; Sperry Bellingham tan/linen Gold Cup; and the ones that get compliments every single time I wear them: Lethalto blue suede/leather wingtip brogues.

@heyitstobias Год назад

You should make a combined list for all price ranges!

@urhor Год назад

What is the least amount of money one should spend aiming for long lasting shoes?

@LightemupWMH Год назад

Good video. Y'all's hate for SuitSupply is intense 😂. I get their custom line all the time. I love the experience there and they can do most of what i like. And i am not a slim fit kind of guy. I generally get 1930's style suits and SS is able to fill that order quite well.

@jazzman1626 Год назад

1930s style suits? Yes, you’ve got style.👍. I’m fed up seeing the modern suit trend of hirpling about in girly-tight trousers, showing off their little white ankle socks.

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

If you are happy with them, great! I find their sleeves to be super tight, and I would definitely not describe any of their styles as 1930s but each to his own.

@LightemupWMH Год назад

@@gentlemansgazette I wish I could reply with a photo. Their custom program really is different than their OTR stuff. Is there an email I can send some examples to?

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

@@LightemupWMH You can reach out to us here: www.gentlemansgazette.com/contact/?

@peterj.9360 7 месяцев назад

The American "Samuel Hubbard shoes" are wonderful. they are comfortable from the very first step and you don't want to take them off. They are made in Portugal with the finest leather from Italy. I can only recommend these shoes.

@petersitko01 7 месяцев назад

With some of the brands that you have unranked, can you do a video on those to get your thoughts on them?

@movaxbx656 Год назад

Very cool, I live less than 1km away from Carlos Santos - it would haven been fun if I came across Raphael on my way to the groceries shop :)

@teamhonzilla Год назад

What is your thoughts on Sanders and Sanders and also Sons of Henry they both made in England I think. Thanks

@yaaqoubeliyyahu5783 Год назад

I have 15 pairs of Allen Edmonds from the 1990’s - 2003. Since they have been purchased by another company, are you saying the quality has greatly decreased? Thank you

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

You can judge for yourself here www.gentlemansgazette.com/allen-edmonds-shoes-value-review/?

@vickzin 11 месяцев назад

Just wondering, why RM Williams aren't included, Chelsea boots are dress shoes.

@djartyom924 Год назад

I hope we get a rtw suits part 2 🔥

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

we'll see... 🤔

@Electron101 Год назад

Theres a neat brand named sons of henrey that sells unique leather shoes for a decent price and made in spain, i think they retail handwelted shoes made in china with a brand called Oct. 10th as well :)

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

Thanks

@cidadaosane Год назад

Living in Brazil, all I can do is watch the video, and date these beauties from afar lol

@roccotruglia679 Год назад

Can i suggest to include the Italian brand DOUCAL'S?

@FuuuckOffff Год назад

Could you do a video on garden party attire? We've been invited to two garden parties for the coronation - both country set, one more formal (drink waitors) and the other less so (barbeque). Some guidance on attire in either case would be very appreciated.

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

You'll find some inspiration in this article! www.gentlemansgazette.com/summer-hot-weather-outfits/?

@FuuuckOffff Год назад

@@gentlemansgazette Thank you very much indeed!

@rolands.6439 Год назад

Great watch... The price is also impressive... (Talking about the sponsor) 🤷‍♀

@MCR241 24 дня назад

I have several of these. I’ve been very happy with Ace Marks. Thursday Boots are a waste - solid materials but they fall apart quickly. They are marketed as Goodyear welted, but they were cleared glued with no welt.

@DragosDreamer1989 17 дней назад

Does anyone know anything about the brand Paul Rosen? I was hoping that GG would mention it in the video. I got a pair of double monk strap in suede, from Paul Rosen, they seem goodyear welted, but I cannot find any information about the brand anywhere 😢

@grazianomargiotta4339 Год назад

Very interesting video...but I think you could have said a few words about Berwick 1707 as well. Greetings from Italy.

@Molach101 Год назад

As someone who lives in the UK currently I'm finding it hard to justify spending more on a Northampton shoe than some of the great shoes coming out of Spain & Portugal, and increasingly Asia. Especially at this price point

@zyyl1949 8 месяцев назад

I’m born and raised in Northampton, most of my shoes are from TLB, Carmina and increasingly Fugashin and CNES

@dosboot1 Год назад

Do any of these brands offer wide & extra wide shoes?

@Gentlemanstyleandfragrances Месяц назад

Any thoughts on the Emillio Franco EF102 loafers brand

@owent159 Год назад

Any recs for RTW shoes with wide toe boxes (not just wide fit)

@donalddesantoii8132 Год назад

I have had a good run with Beckett Simonon. It's unfortunate you guys didn't have a good experience with them. I find them high quality and very quality. Maybe I just don't know any better. Interested to look into J Fitzpatrick

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

We're glad to hear you've had success with them!

@fransenfiets Год назад

I think you messed up some phrasing in noting Beckett Simonon - they’re Blake stitched. I find mine very comfortable, but a good deal for my case. I got them in a model I typically don’t wear much, a black brogued derby shoe for semi-casual wear and easy grey trouser fits 😀 Still love my vintage pieces better!

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

The Beckett Simonon shoes Raphael owns state they are Goodyear Welted on the sole

@kevinbwade601 Год назад

Great video! No Vass?

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

They're in our other ranking video! www.gentlemansgazette.com/ranking-rtw-shoes-brands/?

@kevinbwade601 Год назад

Vass ready for wear is under $500.

@TheSeanoops Год назад

What is your opinion of Morjas?

@armenj2003 4 месяца назад

You said Beckett Simonon uses goodyear welt. For the Oxford's you reviewed, their website says Blake stitching.

@joramfalkenburg918 6 месяцев назад

I have Loake boots. They're absolutely amazing; perfect balance between elegant, formal and masculine. These seem FAR BETTER than something like a Aurelien, which is like a cheap Instagram brand if you ask me. I also own Carlos Santos. The Loake's are DEFINITELY better quality and more refined in my eyes. However, I've had my Carlos Santos for 7+ years, worn them as my daily dress shoe for work, and although no longer "like new" they're still my solid go-to. So have to speak highly of them too. But the Loake's are better than a C for sure.

@krunoslavkovacec1842 Год назад

Did I hear that right at the end? A Fort Belvedere blazer ?

@archdalejoshua Год назад

Florsheim is my favorite pair just because how comfortable they are

@hermanteo7544 Год назад

Lucky enough to live in Singapore and have access to CNES' amazing showroom where I can try on each of their different models to see if the lasts fit. They also have amazing deals to clear older stock. I got a black suede double monk good year welted for about 100 USD half price. If you live in Singapore, little reason to buy shoes from anywhere else if you want big value. Their shoes are made in Vietnam, which has relatively cheaper labour costs.

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

Lucky you

@joejones7852 Год назад

Regarding "chunky" lasts (as mentioned in the AE section, isn't that just a style differences between American and European styles? Alden is similar. Seems somewhat subjective.

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

Of course, everyone can choose what last they like. If you look at the best bespoke shoemakers and what they create, the lasts are always more refined. If you are happy with the AE look, go for it. We believe other brands are better value for style and quality, but as you can see in our cut apart video, AE is a solid shoe. There are just better brands out there, in our opinion.

@regsantotomas Год назад

I'd love to see a video for affordable shoes that offer made-to-measure options because I have never found ready to wear shoes that fit well because of my wide flat feet with high instep.

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

We mentioned a few brands in there, but it could be a dedicated video. Of course the price range is much bigger if you just look at these options

@uubuilds Год назад

As someone who has purchased Thursday boots they are very good especially for what you pay for, so if you want a nice Goodyear welted dress shoe without breaking the bank(like at all) then I would highly recommend trying them out, in fact I’m wearing some shoes from them right now!

@gentlemansgazette Год назад

Their lasts are not what we would call refined, and they have some very stiff competition here...

@neo7759 Год назад

Taft is better for the pricepoint in my opinion

@uubuilds Год назад

@@gentlemansgazette I definitely agree that the last is not refined, but my experience has still been great, and I usually buy them on sale so the price point is around 130 for a pair. I definitely am planning on trying out some of the other brands as well to find what works best, but my experience with them has overall been positive

@tommysmith7031 Год назад

I think good for the price is accurate. I didn't find them comfortable long term compared to other more expensive brands. I resoled with a JR leather sole and I find it much more comfortable.

@scrappymark Год назад

I’ve got a rubber-sole boot and a double monk leather-sole from Thursday. HIGHLY recommend!! Very comfortable, great leather and both soles are wearing great.

@marcelmercure 17 дней назад

19:14 That is actually where the stress accent goes in the word "patina." Pátina. Patina does rhyme with "latina."

@DonTitoNYC Год назад

Can you rank 18th century clothes?

@jakov_braja5907 7 месяцев назад

I cannot deside which one should I buy, Carmine cap toe oxford (rain/simpson) or TLB Artista cap toe oxford (picasso). Could you give me an advice please?

@gentlemansgazette 7 месяцев назад

Get the one that costs you less

@jakov_braja5907 7 месяцев назад

Don't you think that one is better than the other in any point? (quality, material...)