Working Shoe for Young Exec

[arcfire]

M. I actually will have both S and M sizes brand new Woodlore shoe trees for sale next week. I ordered extra so as to reach e free shipping for above U$125
PM me if u re interested

Bro, your PM box full liao...

 

[Daniel.Y]

M. I actually will have both S and M sizes brand new Woodlore shoe trees for sale next week. I ordered extra so as to reach e free shipping for above U$125
PM me if u re interested

Interested in your M size. let me know.

 

[josephkjc]

Bro, your PM box full liao...

Cleared.

Interested in your M size. let me know.

I let you know again, cos another bro PMed me first and wanted to check whether he needs S or M.

 

[puzzledragon]

I have 3 Woodlore Adjustable Shoe Tree size S (uk6-7.5) to let go at the price stated on amazon, as its free shipping. its too big for my shoe.... uk 5.5. pm me if you are interested(east side).

 

[PetiaC]

Can neutral polish be used for painted and shoes with more than 1 Color leathers

Safety rules apply to hidden part of shoe like under vamp to test if any discoloring

 

[stinkee]

Hey guys, I've got a pair of Allen Edmonds Park Avenues up for grabs for $230. Size is US 9.5 E

Black Allen Edmonds Park Avenue 9.5 E

 

[theRenaissance]

which are the popular meermin models have you guys bought/ordered, be it from the classic and LM range. I am quite curious to know which are the models which we most of us are eyeing.

Would also appreciate if someone could recommend me a good first black shoe and brown shoe.

Thanks

Regards,
Daniel

Mine was a loafer on rubber sole. I think the basic oxfords are a good option.

I see. The dainite soles looks quite slippery to me imho. Seems to have little traction/friction between the ground. We will see. Most likely ordering my first pair from there, to try out the sizing.

Thanks for the reply BDC.

Why would you say that? In my experiences rubber/dainite soles have significantly better traction and is alot more durable. Leathersoles on the other hand are slightly more fragile and require greater care.

 

[arcfire]

I've been through the exact same dilemma when I bought my Berluti in the pictures below.

I was in France four-ish years ago, and I spoke with the lady at Berluti and she told me that I should use wax/cream a shade lighter than the dominant colour. Shouldn't change much. I've a couple pairs and I've polished them without significant colour change.

Berluti makes nice shoes, but the problem is the last is so bloody narrow. Damn it, posting pictures of the shoes makes me feel like wearing them again.

Damn.... this pair looks freakin awesome......

 

[archangle13]

Can anyone comment on the thickness of Viccel heavy winter socks please?

Is heavy winter or winter thickness comparable to the regular socks we have in emporiums, like Renoma?

For sizing of Viccel socks, should I be using metric or jp? Comparing to the exact length of my feet.

 

[josephkjc]

I ordered 1 of each heavy winter n winter to try.
Size wise I base on e length measurement of the outline of my foot

 

[archangle13]

Any recommendations for suede shoes? Intending to wear them casually, and perhaps pair it with semi-formal attire like biz chinos on dress-down days.

Looking at welted ones that aren't bulbous, but relatively cheap. Thus I'm not asking much for quality. TIA.

 

[sg.vintage.thingy]

Any recommendations for suede shoes? Intending to wear them casually, and perhaps pair it with semi-formal attire like biz chinos on dress-down days.

Looking at welted ones that aren't bulbous, but relatively cheap. Thus I'm not asking much for quality. TIA.

Yes, always get a couple of them suede shoes preferable distressed ones.

They go when with demin jeans...enjoy. I love them...

 

[yamcancook]

for meermin shoes, do we pay upfront when we make the order, or only when the shoe is ready for shipping then pay?

 

[doody_]

Just discovered a rather big hole in my leather sole. It's about 1cm x 0.5cm. Looking at it, it seems like the topmost layer has gotten ripped off somehow, exposing a rough inner layer.

I'm still not sure if the sole is still waterproof, but I know if I leave it like that it will probably get worse.

Do you guys think it will work if I just put a rubber sole over it, like a vibram? Where is the best place to get it done?

Edit: added picture

 

[archangle13]

Just discovered a rather big hole in my leather sole. It's about 1cm x 0.5cm. Looking at it, it seems like the topmost layer has gotten ripped off somehow, exposing a rough inner layer.

I'm still not sure if the sole is still waterproof, but I know if I leave it like that it will probably get worse.

Do you guys think it will work if I just put a rubber sole over it, like a vibram? Where is the best place to get it done?

I'm no expert. But I believe pics will help.

 

[doody_]

I'm no expert. But I believe pics will help.

Here's the picture

 

[archangle13]

Here's the picture

I can't comment on differences between topy and vibram, but I topied mine at Shukey. There is an outlet at Suntec City, among other places. For just the front half, it is $30 then.

 

[sg.vintage.thingy]

Just discovered a rather big hole in my leather sole. It's about 1cm x 0.5cm. Looking at it, it seems like the topmost layer has gotten ripped off somehow, exposing a rough inner layer.

I'm still not sure if the sole is still waterproof, but I know if I leave it like that it will probably get worse.

Do you guys think it will work if I just put a rubber sole over it, like a vibram? Where is the best place to get it done?

Edit: added picture

Unfortunately, it will be a makeover with a new leather sole replacement. Simply putting a rubber sole over it is not going to cut it. If the shoe is branded, have the leather sole replaced. If it is just an normal one, I guess the cost does not warrant a leather sole instead a rubber one will do.

 

[Seannie]

Here's the picture

Please just throw it away and get yourself a new decent pair. If you have no $ to get a new pair i sponsor u half. Erm.. I mean the leather sole replacement lah.

 

[doody_]

Please just throw it away and get yourself a new decent pair. If you have no $ to get a new pair i sponsor u half. Erm.. I mean the leather sole replacement lah.

Where can I go for a leather/rubber sole replacement, and how much does it cost?

The shoes are from this Zalora sale about a year ago, Loakes 1880s for about $200. But I've only worn it for a year and in rotation with another pair, which means I only wore it for half a year effectively... that makes it quite expensive to me Cos I thought they would be able to last for at least a year.