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Blown2CV said:
really, really, really hate those soles. They remind me of my school shoes from the early 90s.
I've never worn any, but when they were a fad, lots of people said the airwair soles were really comfortable. I'm just interested in trying some out. On the plus side they are British made (Northampton) and goodyear welted. I want something I can wear commuting in all but the very worst weather and save my cheaney's, swapping to trainers whilst travelling isn't for me. Are dainite or commando soles much prettier?idiotgap said:
Blown2CV said:
really, really, really hate those soles. They remind me of my school shoes from the early 90s.
I've never worn any, but when they were a fad, lots of people said the airwair soles were really comfortable. I'm just interested in trying some out. On the plus side they are British made (Northampton) and goodyear welted. I want something I can wear commuting in all but the very worst weather and save my cheaney's, swapping to trainers whilst travelling isn't for me. Are dainite or commando soles much prettier?They are indistinguishable from leather soles to casual observance.
Only on closer inspection, or by revealing the underside, will you bring the true horror to light.
As an aside, anyone after getting Dr Martens, a lot of them are made in China now so be careful which ones you buy. They also do the "For Life" range where they promise to repair or swap worn out shoes / boots. Handy for people like me who work in mechanical engineering environments from time to time, where you need a more robust sole, but still need something reasonable for the office. They are comfortable once worn in, with the usual problems of actually getting them worn in to start with. The suede for their 1461 shoes is tanned in Leeds, but that style is more for my dad than me I think.
13m said:
Anyone had Canali shoes? I looked at some in the flesh today and was quite impressed with the quality. Priced similarly to Crockett and Jones but better made I thought.
I am a bit tempted by these>
Those look fantastic, and being Canali I'm sure the quality is among the very best.I am a bit tempted by these>
My most treasured item is my Charcoal Grey Canali wool suit, and the most expansive suit I have ever purchased too.
http://www.canali.com/en_gb/clothing/suits/gray-16...
But it has something alomost magical about it that makes me feel special whenever I wear it.
Of course Becuase of that fact it is only reserved for very special occasions, like Weddings and Christenings etc, but sadly the way things are it's been to just as many funerals this year too.
Anyone have an opinion on shoe sizing?
I was always taught that a pair of shoes should be comfortable when you first try them on. They may become uncomfortable when worn, but if they were comfortable when you first try them they will always end up comfortable.
Twice I have ignored the above advice and twice I've ended up with uncomfortable shoes.
Anyone else subscribe to the tight is best theory (with regard to shoes that is).
Snug is the ideal but unless you are extremely lucky snug at one point will equate to tight or loose at another.
Loose shoes will always be loose and snug shoes will eventually stretch but too tight is a no go.
When I wore my better shoes the other day they were loose when my feet were cold and tight after a few hours' use once my feet had warmed up. Optimally fitting shoes are only optimal under certain circumstances and I find thickness of socks to be crucial in achieving a good fit day to day.
Loose shoes will always be loose and snug shoes will eventually stretch but too tight is a no go.
When I wore my better shoes the other day they were loose when my feet were cold and tight after a few hours' use once my feet had warmed up. Optimally fitting shoes are only optimal under certain circumstances and I find thickness of socks to be crucial in achieving a good fit day to day.
13m said:
LordGrover said:
Nope. Buying (proper) shoes expecting them to 'give' hasn't worked for me -despite what my Nan said. 
Oh an the chap at the shoe menders also said, "buy the snugger size". But then he does sell a shoe stretching service.These felt good on, and caused no issues. More comfortable than any leather shoes I'd ever owned.
I decided to double up on them as I liked them so much. When in the shop again, I tried a size 8. They seemed to fit even better.
As my current pair needed a shine (a terrible admission here on my part), I decided to wear them out of the shop. Within 200 yards I realised my mistake.
To this day, must be 6-7 years ago, they still feel fine when I put them on, and then I barely get through the day. I have left them with a shoe repairer for stretching, and they've had shoe trees in them from day one, but they've never improved.
I still have two pairs of 8.5 and they are still two of the most comfortable pairs of shoes I own.
On the plus side, the shoe last suited my foot so well, that the size 8s have never caused blistering.
But I tend to avoid wearing them.
I wouldn't go that route again.
InductionRoar said:
Snug is the ideal but unless you are extremely lucky snug at one point will equate to tight or loose at another.
Loose shoes will always be loose and snug shoes will eventually stretch but too tight is a no go.
When I wore my better shoes the other day they were loose when my feet were cold and tight after a few hours' use once my feet had warmed up. Optimally fitting shoes are only optimal under certain circumstances and I find thickness of socks to be crucial in achieving a good fit day to day.
I made the error of buying some expensive shoes after walking round London for the day. The next day they were like clown shoes.Loose shoes will always be loose and snug shoes will eventually stretch but too tight is a no go.
When I wore my better shoes the other day they were loose when my feet were cold and tight after a few hours' use once my feet had warmed up. Optimally fitting shoes are only optimal under certain circumstances and I find thickness of socks to be crucial in achieving a good fit day to day.
I have just returned a pair of shoes to Russell and Bromley because they didn't "give" in the way they said they would. I am wearing the replacements now, which are probably 1/4 size too big. But I'd rather that than have shoes that are a misery to wear. After an afternoon shopping or with thicker socks they'll be right I think.
Number 5 said:
13m said:
Anyone had Canali shoes? I looked at some in the flesh today and was quite impressed with the quality. Priced similarly to Crockett and Jones but better made I thought.
I am a bit tempted by these>
They're delightful I am a bit tempted by these>
BrabusMog said:
If the quality is half as good as the quality of their suits then they will be a top shoe. I've got 2x Canali suits (the only smart things I own) and the quality is second to none IMO.
AFAIK they are blake stitched construction (a la Berluti) which is quite popular in Italy where they are made.From that picture they certainly look to be better finished than C&J and have that unusual rubber insert that I have only seen performed by Corthay (at considerable cost).
I would certainly go for a pair but wouldn't expect them to be the last word in durability. Also worth bearing in mind that re-soling blake stitched shoes can be somewhat laborious and expensive.
InductionRoar said:
BrabusMog said:
If the quality is half as good as the quality of their suits then they will be a top shoe. I've got 2x Canali suits (the only smart things I own) and the quality is second to none IMO.
AFAIK they are blake stitched construction (a la Berluti) which is quite popular in Italy where they are made.From that picture they certainly look to be better finished than C&J and have that unusual rubber insert that I have only seen performed by Corthay (at considerable cost).
I would certainly go for a pair but wouldn't expect them to be the last word in durability. Also worth bearing in mind that re-soling blake stitched shoes can be somewhat laborious and expensive.
I can always get Timpsons to stick a rubber sole on. Slightly crooked for sprezzatura.
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