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13m said:
I've been given a £30 Jones voucher, what can I spend it on? I never buy shoes from Jones, but thy must sell SOMETHING worth having surely?
I would wait until a sale is on and then get something from Cheaney, Barker, Loake or Jeffery West (in that order)You could also browse the "outlet" section of their website for some cheapies.
Tidybeard said:
This is excellent, congratulations IR. Cleverley is a good choice. I'm not a fan of their chiselled toe but their round toe is very nice and they certainly know how to build a shoe. The little shop in the arcade is great, too. They always seem to manage to sell me a belt or a wallet while I'm there :-).
You're probably already aware of this but it can take a few goes to get it right with bespoke shoes - don't be afraid to work with them if things aren't quite perfect first time and have fun with the process :-). I think the trousers are outstanding
Cheers Tidy, I was determined to go for a classic and timeless shape this time as they are obviously going to stand the test of time. Cleverley's is a wonderful shop and a real step back in time and meeting the people who are going to make your lasts and shoes is a pretty special experience.You're probably already aware of this but it can take a few goes to get it right with bespoke shoes - don't be afraid to work with them if things aren't quite perfect first time and have fun with the process :-). I think the trousers are outstanding
I am looking forward to the fitting(s) and particularly seeing the internals of the shoe before the soles are stitched on.
Thanks for your kind words.
LordGrover said:
How does pricing work? I assume the first pair will carry a premium as the measuring, last crafting, fitting, etc has to be incorporated, but once that's done subsequent pairs would be cheaper, or is that a bit simplistic?
You would have thought so wouldn't you? I didn't actually ask however, I know the other London makers don't offer any form of reduction for subsequent orders so I would imagine that Cleverley's are no different in that regard.I have heard one London maker say that the first pair is made at a loss. Not sure I believe that to be honest but if it is true then it makes sense that they offer no reduction on subsequent pairs.
If you wanted another toe shape (or loafers) a separate last would be required in any event as opposed to modifying the existing one so I suppose it would become overly confusing.
craigjm said:
Do you have to have your feet measured more than once due to the natural fluctuation throughout the day or do they basically follow the bespoke suit route of making a rough version and then having a shoe version of a baste fitting and a final fitting?
Just the one set of measurements. All fittings would be similar to a baste fitting with no soles. There would be no final fitting as such as once the soles and heels are on that is it from a fit adjustment point of view so if required you would have multiple baste fittings as it were.
I will attend all fittings at the same time of day to ensure minimal fluctuation.
InductionRoar said:
Just the one set of measurements.
All fittings would be similar to a baste fitting with no soles. There would be no final fitting as such as once the soles and heels are on that is it from a fit adjustment point of view so if required you would have multiple baste fittings as it were.
I will attend all fittings at the same time of day to ensure minimal fluctuation.
I presume you need also not to gain or lose weight from now on?All fittings would be similar to a baste fitting with no soles. There would be no final fitting as such as once the soles and heels are on that is it from a fit adjustment point of view so if required you would have multiple baste fittings as it were.
I will attend all fittings at the same time of day to ensure minimal fluctuation.
InductionRoar said:
13m said:
I presume you need also not to gain or lose weight from now on?
It's certainly a consideration. Unlike tailoring they are not made with future adjustments in mind so, as you say, they will only fit as long as my feet remain the same size.
d and need to lose some weight.I need a new set of smart but comfy work shoes, Ive seen these in the flesh in a store and they seem very well made and are a great looking shoe IMO.
Am I mad spending this much on a pair of "high street" shoes, when I could get some Loakes/Barkers for not much more?
or a good buy?
http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/26110345
Am I mad spending this much on a pair of "high street" shoes, when I could get some Loakes/Barkers for not much more?
or a good buy?
http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/26110345
For usual office wear I have these in both brown and black. Very comfortable 10 hours a day and seem to last forever.
Hush Puppies
Also helps me appreciate my 'good' shoes.
Hush Puppies
Also helps me appreciate my 'good' shoes.
sidekickdmr said:
I need a new set of smart but comfy work shoes, Ive seen these in the flesh in a store and they seem very well made and are a great looking shoe IMO.
Am I mad spending this much on a pair of "high street" shoes, when I could get some Loakes/Barkers for not much more?
or a good buy?
http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/26110345
My experience of Clarks is that they simply don't last and that you would be better off with some real shoes Am I mad spending this much on a pair of "high street" shoes, when I could get some Loakes/Barkers for not much more?
or a good buy?
http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/26110345
Having said that, I've been running some Samuel Windsor's, that I bought out of sheer morbid curiosity for £25, twice a week for about 6 weeks shy of a year now, and they're holding up great, whilst also being comfier than any Loake's or Barker's I've owned. Other than rubbing one of those foam pad topped "polish" bottles over them a couple of times, they've never been cleaned, and certainly never been anywhere near a shoe tree. The same treatment saw some £60 Clark's completely knackered within 5 months a few years back. Would recommend.
Post I made when I got them is here - http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
I'll maybe give them a clean and post a current pic tonight, I'm sure you're all interested!
rsbmw said:
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Post I made when I got them is here - http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
I'll maybe give them a clean and post a current pic tonight, I'm sure you're all interested!
Nice work. Post I made when I got them is here - http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...
I'll maybe give them a clean and post a current pic tonight, I'm sure you're all interested!
First time I've noticed anyone link directly to a specific post here. Guessing you used the [news] or [report] link to create it?
sidekickdmr said:
Am I mad ...
or a good buy?
It depends how well they fit you. I wear Clarks for work. I buy two pairs and alternate them like the expensive ones; they last very well. They are not as nice to look at, but they are comfortable for long hours, and walking to and from the office in all weathers, and it is definitely more cost effective.or a good buy?
LordGrover said:
Nice work.
First time I've noticed anyone link directly to a specific post here. Guessing you used the [news] or [report] link to create it?
I went into my own profile, forum tab, and grabbed the link from "my replies". Doesn't actually work for me though, just takes me to the page the post is on!First time I've noticed anyone link directly to a specific post here. Guessing you used the [news] or [report] link to create it?
rsbmw said:
My experience of Clarks is that they simply don't last and that you would be better off with some real shoes
It’s hard to explain, but 90% of the Clarks offerings were badly made and cheap feeling, but on seeing these in the flesh, Id say they were made by a different company or a different set of standards, they were more in line with my Barkers in terms of quality and feel, which is what surprised me and made me consider them.no idea on longevity though of course.
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