Show us your new shoes

[bob-lad]

kelv_w said:

Updated shoe circle.
I still need a pair of Vass & Lobbs.

Very nice.

I think you need a few more shoe trees and even more left shoes

[So]

So said:

On the basis that I am not sure trainers are "me" anymore I have bought these from the Soletrader outlet site. They were about £75. If I get use out of them this season I might invest in some more expensive ones next year.

These arrived at the local store today, I am a 9.5 so neither pair fitted. Probably just as well, I'd have needed to submit myself to the "a bit council" thread having bought shoes from Soletrader.

So I am still in the market for a pair of 9.5 tan, leather, cup sole trainers if anyone sees any nice ones.

[So]

Okay, I've found a pair.

[CharlesdeGaulle]

Sticky soles by the look of it.

[g3org3y]

Summer is on its way.

[jammy-git]

g3org3y said:

Summer is on its way.

And the elves are having a clear out?

[CharlesdeGaulle]

jammy-git said:

g3org3y said:

Summer is on its way.

And the elves are having a clear out?

I like them. I have a similar pair in pale blue (and orange soles!) which verge on Cote-d'Azure-beach-bum but I think stay just the right side of the line.

[Zad]

Before I jump in and use it, how is Cherry Blossom spray-on Power Protector at protecting suede / nubuck? I can't imagine a major brand product would be a problem, but I thought I'd double check.

I got it to use on these, in the Asos sale (Dr Marten's 939 6-hole):
http://www.asos.com/dr-martens/dr-martens-939-6-ey...



I wasn't sure which pair to get, those or another semi-matt leather pair (same style, 6-hole with cuffs):
http://www.asos.com/dr-martens/dr-martens-939-6-ey...

Inevitably, as is the way of things, I think I'm going to end up keeping both. Even with protection, I wouldn't feel comfortable wearing suede boots in crappy wet / winter weather, but I think they look pretty good with jeans. Pics when I get them treated etc.

[80sMatchbox]

Zad said:

Before I jump in and use it, how is Cherry Blossom spray-on Power Protector at protecting suede / nubuck? I can't imagine a major brand product would be a problem, but I thought I'd double check.

I got it to use on these, in the Asos sale (Dr Marten's 939 6-hole):
http://www.asos.com/dr-martens/dr-martens-939-6-ey...



I wasn't sure which pair to get, those or another semi-matt leather pair (same style, 6-hole with cuffs):
http://www.asos.com/dr-martens/dr-martens-939-6-ey...

Inevitably, as is the way of things, I think I'm going to end up keeping both. Even with protection, I wouldn't feel comfortable wearing suede boots in crappy wet / winter weather, but I think they look pretty good with jeans. Pics when I get them treated etc.

I bought a pair similar to these, on the DM website. I've hardly worn them as those cuffs tend to dig into the back of my leg making them the most uncomfortable pair of DMs I've ever owned.

[g3org3y]

jammy-git said:

And the elves are having a clear out?

(My wife also referred to them as elf shoes!)

CharlesdeGaulle said:

I like them. I have a similar pair in pale blue (and orange soles!) which verge on Cote-d'Azure-beach-bum but I think stay just the right side of the line.

Thanks. I'll see how they are IRL. If ok, they'll have to be worn with some due thought. They may look good in Milan or certain parts of London, however they may look a bit 'try hard' in Essex. We'll see.

Zad said:

Before I jump in and use it, how is Cherry Blossom spray-on Power Protector at protecting suede / nubuck? I can't imagine a major brand product would be a problem, but I thought I'd double check.

IME this is best for protecting suede.

[Shaw Tarse]

g3org3y said:

IME this is best for protecting suede.

It may be down to you that I bought some of ^^^ this ^^^
If so, thanks it does seem to work

[anonymous-user]

jammy-git said:

g3org3y said:

Summer is on its way.

And the elves are having a clear out?

http://www.tkmaxx.com/page/search?q=Loake

50% off in tkmaxx.

[gizlaroc]

I don't post that often on here, as being a footwear retailer I tend to have loads of 'new shoes', but I have been wearing these recently.
Had them in tan suede and the Chelsea boot (tan and navy) and just had a pair of these.

I wasn't sure at first as they felt narrow, but spread nicely after a couple of days and really comfy, plus they are only £50.

Heavenly Feet, I think the name is Rutland or Oakham, one is the boot.

[So]

gizlaroc said:

I don't post that often on here, as being a footwear retailer I tend to have loads of 'new shoes', but I have been wearing these recently.
Had them in tan suede and the Chelsea boot (tan and navy) and just had a pair of these.

I wasn't sure at first as they felt narrow, but spread nicely after a couple of days and really comfy, plus they are only £50.

Heavenly Feet, I think the name is Rutland or Oakham, one is the boot.

The flooring I like.

[gizlaroc]

So said:

The flooring I like.

Thanks!


4mm Vinyl tiles btw.

[NomduJour]

g3org3y said:

IME this is best for protecting suede.

Fumes from that stuff are potent.

[So]

gizlaroc said:

So said:

The flooring I like.

Thanks!


4mm Vinyl tiles btw.

Did the shoes come with baling twine instead of laces by the way, or did you do that to jazz things up a bit? (like they needed it).

[gizlaroc]

So said:

Did the shoes come with baling twine instead of laces by the way, or did you do that to jazz things up a bit? (like they needed it).

You think they're jazzy? Blimey.

[thainy77]

I bought a pair of these at the weekend, perfect for the summer.

Edited by thainy77 on Tuesday 2nd May 13:45

[WinstonWolf]

gizlaroc said:

I don't post that often on here, as being a footwear retailer I tend to have loads of 'new shoes', but I have been wearing these recently.
Had them in tan suede and the Chelsea boot (tan and navy) and just had a pair of these.

I wasn't sure at first as they felt narrow, but spread nicely after a couple of days and really comfy, plus they are only £50.

Heavenly Feet, I think the name is Rutland or Oakham, one is the boot.

Where from? I like them...