Working Shoe for Young Exec

[arcfire]

Here's what I wore for today. It's about time for some polishing ...

How much does Ed retail the creme at?

Love the shade of blue on your pants... where is it from?

 

[archangle13]

Anyone here use insoles for dress shoes? To cushion the heel, not to increase height.

Seeking recommendations for thinner types to look out for and where to get them.

 

[spLeenfuL]

Yes penny loafers. U can slot a penny under the strip of leather across the vamp which is how the name was derived

There's a line at the toe cap area there. I've seen some with or without the line. Is there a difference?

 

[All in a Day]

There's a line at the toe cap area there. I've seen some with or without the line. Is there a difference?

That 'line' is there on 'split toe' constructed shoes. So there are penny loafers and split toe penny loafers (and split toe other shoes as well).

I only know the name, never read up more on advantages, purpose of split toe construction. Other bros feel free to educate us.

 

[urbanturban]

Does anyone know the VAT deduction % if you buy from Meermin?
Seems better to ship to Singapore than to have someone pick up in Spain (& incur VAT).

 

[All in a Day]

Does anyone know the VAT deduction % if you buy from Meermin?
Seems better to ship to Singapore than to have someone pick up in Spain (& incur VAT).

i think it's 18-20%. U can simulate a check out to verify?

 

[alvinquah]

i think it's 18-20%. U can simulate a check out to verify?

It is about 17%. Based on my experience with the purchase with classic line. 160euro after VAT is 132.23euro before shipping charge

 

[alvinquah]

What's the damage? They will just patch up that spot for that particular shoe or re-dye both shoes?

Do share pic after the repair!

Received SMS to say My LWB is ready for collection. Must say I am impressed with the colour matching they have performed for me. The leather grain is shown unlike previously the lady said might be covered up. She did say can polish again but use creame polish instead of rejuventor to avoid dye coming off. I intend to waterproof it using nano protector......

Before

After

Sorry for the crappy image

 

[urbanturban]

Thanks guys, i tried the opening an account and ordering. It works out to 21% VAT.
So there is a big chunk off.

Has anyone bought the LM range before? How is it?

 

[arcfire]

I'm going to Japan in a few weeks' time for work. Will check out the Meermin store if I get the chance... Finally get to try out their lasts. If it's nice, I might considering ordering a pair... heh heh....

 

[SquallLH]

That 'line' is there on 'split toe' constructed shoes. So there are penny loafers and split toe penny loafers (and split toe other shoes as well).

I only know the name, never read up more on advantages, purpose of split toe construction. Other bros feel free to educate us.

Think it's only design/look, don't think it has any impact on the shoe construction, at least I don't feel anything different while wearing them... I'll like to be enlightened too...

Received SMS to say My LWB is ready for collection. Must say I am impressed with the colour matching they have performed for me. The leather grain is shown unlike previously the lady said might be covered up. She did say can polish again but use creame polish instead of rejuventor to avoid dye coming off. I intend to waterproof it using nano protector......

Before

After

Sorry for the crappy image

Think they did a great job for the cost they charged
Did they dyed it or was it painted over?

 

[alvinquah]

Thanks guys, i tried the opening an account and ordering. It works out to 21% VAT.
So there is a big chunk off.

Has anyone bought the LM range before? How is it?

How do you derive 21%?

 

[alvinquah]

Think it's only design/look, don't think it has any impact on the shoe construction, at least I don't feel anything different while wearing them... I'll like to be enlightened too...



Think they did a great job for the cost they charged
Did they dyed it or was it painted over?

Apparently they mentioned dye....

 

[urbanturban]

How do you derive 21%?

Based on 160 (divided by) 132.23

 

[starsandstripes]

Yeah its 21%, tried to order a pair of oxfords not found on their e-site but its very difficult to do so. If you ask them anything more than 2-3 questions in a single email, they pick one to answer, lol. Then they stop replying after a few emails.

 

[JoePilot]

Anyone here use insoles for dress shoes? To cushion the heel, not to increase height.

Seeking recommendations for thinner types to look out for and where to get them.

Daiso. Cheep cheep. Go for the charcoal ones

 

[i_got_a_question_to_ask]

Footwear for today






PetiaC's the man to go to for this

Penny for me today

 

[i_got_a_question_to_ask]

Toe cap is a lil darker because I bored during cny, so try to do antiquing experiment. Didn't turn out what I expect...

 

[PetiaC]

Apparently they mentioned dye....

looks like acrylic paint to me. to test paint or dye very easy use a bit of acetone (nail polisher remover) to rub off. paint will come off very easily and dye will take a long time to rub off

regardless the color blends well with the surrounding. what is the damage?

next time just be very gentle on that particular area to play safe.

 

[alvinquah]

looks like acrylic paint to me. to test paint or dye very easy use a bit of acetone (nail polisher remover) to rub off. paint will come off very easily and dye will take a long time to rub off

regardless the color blends well with the surrounding. what is the damage?

next time just be very gentle on that particular area to play safe.

I can try but I will have to send it but I guess again haha...

Total damage 35 with around a week turn around.