THE BORE

General => The Superdeep Borehole => Topic started by: Human Snorenado on April 08, 2013, 06:49:03 PM

Title: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 08, 2013, 06:49:03 PM: So, my last decent pair of non-sneakers shit it this past weekend. I need to get a new pair of decent looking shoes that can be worn when I need to not look like a hobo. Problem is, my feet are really wide but not long- I'm about a size 11. And, I pretty much am only able to wear New Balance sneakers without getting blisters.

So, to be a total asshole about things, does anyone know a decent shoe to get that comes in wide sizes and is comfortable? Black obviously.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Verdigris Murder on April 08, 2013, 06:52:13 PM: Flippers. Technically not really shoes, but why are they just so darned excellent?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: TakingBackSunday on April 08, 2013, 06:55:32 PM: Clark's has some wider shoes.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Hock on April 08, 2013, 07:00:54 PM: I have one pair of 2-year old sneakers and a pair of dress shoes.

I'm an embarrassment I know.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 08, 2013, 07:04:23 PM: Quote from: The Business on April 08, 2013, 07:01:15 PM
Black obviously? What exactly are you looking for? A black leather shoe? How casual? How dressy? Boot, shoe, what? How wide are we talking? EE? EEE?

Black, like my men.

Does not have to be leather. Comfort and affordability matter more than style. Nice enough to be worn in a semi-formal setting. Shoe, no boots preferably. EE.

Let me pre-emptively say that I'm sure you could suggest all sorts of awesome stuff, but my overriding concern is comfort and affordability. Style is a distant, distant third.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: chronovore on April 08, 2013, 07:11:31 PM: If you're looking for casual sneakers, hobodom is rarely far behind. Simple, my recently passed but still favorite shoe-maker is... (googles) still dead, and only go-aheads/thongs are available through Zappos.com and Shoes.com.

Shit.

I have wide feet as well, and quite a bit of trouble finding shoes which fit well. Simples always fit well. New Balance also fit me well, but are seriously dry in the design department.

You might look at Rockport for serviceable, comfortable, partway dress-up shoes. I've had a pair for 20 years, and they're the only dress shoes in which I'm comfortable.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 08, 2013, 07:12:45 PM: No no, I have nice sneakers. A couple pairs. I need shoes that I could wear to like, a nice restaurant or a shitty wedding. If that makes sense.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 08, 2013, 07:15:22 PM: Yup, something along those lines.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 08, 2013, 07:41:48 PM: What's the budget?

Ecco is pretty good for $100 price range
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 08, 2013, 07:47:55 PM: How's something like this?

(http://undefeated.com/sites/default/files/styles/product_1280/public/products/586584-006_01.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Shaka Khan on April 08, 2013, 07:50:08 PM: +1 for Ecco and Clark's
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 08, 2013, 08:47:35 PM: I didn't know daffy duck had a bondage fetish.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: pickle on April 08, 2013, 11:16:16 PM: Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 08, 2013, 07:47:55 PM
How's something like this?

(http://undefeated.com/sites/default/files/styles/product_1280/public/products/586584-006_01.jpg)

Eww
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 08, 2013, 11:24:54 PM: allen edmonds come in a variety of widths. perfect choice for creepy old guys.

http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/cati2_Shoes_1_40000000001_-1_1_image_0_N_120552_120552__subcategory
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 09, 2013, 12:24:32 AM: I am looking at boots to go with some vintage denim-type gear...will probably have to buy online 'cause Japan ain't about that big feet life

Any suggestions? I like the look of Redwing Engineers, although they seem to be very wide and my feet are narrow
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 09, 2013, 01:02:46 AM: these are like the only ones i can find in my size. I like 'em but they look super bulky

(http://www.kutsunohikari.co.jp/shop/japan/catalogsite/images/photo/type2/6484.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 09, 2013, 01:14:46 AM: There are nice Redwings
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 09, 2013, 02:19:28 AM: find me some on amazon in size 12 US with Global Shipping and i will give you some Mechanical Turk points
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Huff on April 09, 2013, 10:02:41 AM: Quote from: The Business on April 08, 2013, 07:41:18 PM
This also may or may not interest you:

(http://i.imgur.com/wFUM3ik.jpg)

I pretty much solely wear boat shoes. Maybe it's time to set up my game
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 10:48:57 AM: I assume rakuten would have something.

fake edit:

http://www.rakuten.com/prod/red-wing-mens-boots-heritage-9011-beckman-6-inch-black-cherry/247931252.html

?

But it's a 'third party seller' with zero feedback. So yeah... I do know Red Wing is kinda hot in some circles of Japan, so maybe there is a store not too far from you that can import your size/model?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: fistfulofmetal on April 09, 2013, 10:53:54 AM: white socks :holeup
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 11:37:58 AM: (http://www.rag-bone.com/store/productimages/details/3206_black_fa_z.jpg)

(http://www.rag-bone.com/store/productimages/details/4552_black_fl_z.jpg)

(http://www.footlocker.com/images/products/large_w/6406_w.jpg)

(http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41nCqbJBCvL._SX395_.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 09, 2013, 12:32:58 PM: Quote from: The Business on April 09, 2013, 11:53:08 AM
Of course Smooth Groove posts some Tims.

(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h52/mad_chump/paul_zps16ef431f.png)

(http://i1.kym-cdn.com/entries/icons/original/000/002/135/sw50sw8sw578.gif)

Kidding, obviously. I'm looking for a good pair of driving mocs now.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 04:13:10 PM: What's wrong with Timberland? I haven't bought their products in a long time but I remembered that their boots were comfortable and durable. For $80-130, Timberland's build quality is as good as anyone's.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 04:47:59 PM: Maybe you don't see people wearing them because you only hang out with hipsters

But timberlands sell really well, it's one of the few Nike or Jordan shoes that can crack the top 10 in sales

http://counterkicks.com/2013/02/the-top-selling-shoes-of-january-2013/
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 09, 2013, 04:53:19 PM: Smooth just really opposes the fact that in supporting Redwing you are taking jobs away from hardworking Chinese child slaves and giving them to Democratic Americans.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Trent Dole on April 09, 2013, 04:59:04 PM: I'm a 12/13 depending on the shoe and need wideage too and have generally had good luck with Nikes lately. Also gonna second Tims. I had a pair that I wore so long that the steel toe ceased being steel somehow! :lol
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 04:59:39 PM: Redwing is fine but if I were already in that price range ,I'd probably spent $100 more to get something even nicer

I was just offering a cheaper alternative to the two boots that I showed first since Creepy didn't want to spend that much
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 05:02:37 PM: creepy should just suck it up #yolo
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 09, 2013, 05:06:37 PM: Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 04:59:39 PM
Redwing is fine but if I were already in that price range ,I'd probably spent $100 more to get something even nicer

I was just offering a cheaper alternative to the two boots that I showed first since Creepy didn't want to spend that much

Yes but your reasoning is contrary to the Business' and my own which is that Creepy should just not be poor and buy what the Business and I like.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 05:10:14 PM: Creepy should YOLO with a pair of Yeezys

perfect shoes for any situation
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 05:12:32 PM: if you're gonna yolo get studded rollerboys. the shoe of the yoloman
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 09, 2013, 05:14:03 PM: Smoothed confused me. Obviously you are right again. Cormac, not being poor, should not get any of the filthy boots suggested by Smooth.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 05:15:43 PM: the first two boots are about $350-400

:ufup

Quote from: macuser3of5 on April 09, 2013, 05:12:32 PM
if you're gonna yolo get studded rollerboys. the shoe of the yoloman

Link?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Steve Contra on April 09, 2013, 05:24:24 PM: Allen Edmonds and Redwings are both awesome. I have a pair of the former from the 60s that are still in excellent condition.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 05:28:24 PM: Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 05:15:43 PM
Link?
(http://i271.photobucket.com/albums/jj155/rtesol/sufu/ChristianLouboutinRollerboySpikes_4.jpg)
They are quite something in person. Ridiculous, but still, hard to deny...

but like I said, if I were gonna yolo, I'll yolo myself broke for these.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 05:36:06 PM: Quote from: The Business on April 09, 2013, 05:18:26 PM
SMOOTH YOU HAVE TERRIBLE TASTE IN SHOES YOU ARE DOING NO ONE A SERVICE

spoiler (click to show/hide)
The first black boot you posted is not bad, I don't know anything about the brand though.
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boots are Rag and Bone

Terrible taste based on my sneakers purchases or stuff I posted here? The stuff I posted aren't stuff I'd buy, just reasonable choices for Creepy. Options are really limited at around $100

Honestly, I don't see how your tastes are so amazing. You can pretty much go into anywhere and cop a pair of the run of the mill stuff you're recommending. You might as well tell Creppy to go put down $150 at Macy's and ask the salesman to pick a pair of black shoes for him.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 05:39:55 PM: mayc's?! :holeup
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 05:44:34 PM: Macuser, you got any Louboutins? How do they feel? Btw, I wouldn't cop those studs, too much like chick shoes.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 05:50:02 PM: no, I top out at balenciaga and common projects. Louboutin at retail is absurdly expensive, even for their plain sneakers. Nice, but yikes. they really look different in person, hard to explain. Not really 'masculine', more 'rich asshole' haha.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 05:54:25 PM: What about Maison Martin Margiela? I like their hightops but they're expensive.

(http://images.bergdorfgoodman.com/ca/1/products/mx/BGN1Y7G_mx.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 09, 2013, 06:01:10 PM: As much as I occasionally find TB grating, he's 100% right here: sorry Smooth, but your taste in sneakers is, uh, a bit much to put it politely. Please Understand.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 06:02:02 PM: Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 05:54:25 PM
What about Maison Martin Margiela? I like their hightops but they're expensive.

(http://images.bergdorfgoodman.com/ca/1/products/mx/BGN1Y7G_mx.jpg)
I like MMM, but lately some of their stuff is a bit over the top or pointlessly weird. infinity sneakers, for instance. The one you posted looks awesome in white, and I might get it if it drops a bit in price. $750 nahhh.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Positive Touch on April 09, 2013, 06:03:38 PM: Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 04:47:59 PM
Maybe you don't see people wearing them because you only hang out with hipsters

he lives in oklahoma, and dresses the part
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 06:04:05 PM: Actually understated is just overrated in fashion. It's why hypebeasts pay for plain tshirts with nothing but a logo. How much talent does it take to design something like that? "Clean look"? More like plain look.

I got plenty of black/brown leather shoes for my suits, nice ones even but I don't see the point of talking about them. Those aren't "fun" shoes, they're just for business or formal events. It doesn't take much taste to pick out a pair of formal leather shoes. Most of the time, you're just paying more for better materials and build quality.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 06:11:40 PM: I get compliments for my dress shoes but I just personally find them boring. You kinda know what you're gonna get with a pair of $400-500 euros.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 09, 2013, 06:13:32 PM: I haven't really paid attention to style for the most part in my personal life, but that's because I've been a fatty forever. As I've gradually lost weight, I've started to become a bit more self aware and have decided that "slovenly hobo" isn't really an image I wish to project any longer.

That said, I prefer general looks that feel comfortable to prestigious brands and shit. And yeah, understated is generally my preference.

Besides, everyone knows that socks are where you get stylish.

(http://www.stance.com/shop/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/C/o/Cooper-M325ACOP-MUL.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 06:17:30 PM: Actually sneakerheads have been very hyped up lately about socks. Since it's no longer possible to camp out for the hottest sneakers, people have been camping out for limited edition Nike Elite socks. Some of those socks go for near $100 a pair on ebay.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 06:37:22 PM: lol just buy pantharella or falke for those kinds of prices

speaking of sneakers

(http://i.imgur.com/0tlbkgf.jpg)
:aah
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Rufus on April 09, 2013, 06:44:43 PM: Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 06:17:30 PM
Actually sneakerheads have been very hyped up lately about socks. Since it's no longer possible to camp out for the hottest sneakers, people have been camping out for limited edition Nike Elite socks. Some of those socks go for near $100 a pair on ebay.
Fuck all of humanity.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 09, 2013, 06:49:42 PM: Quote from: Creepy Old Guy on April 09, 2013, 06:01:10 PM
As much as I occasionally find TB grating, he's 100% right here: sorry Smooth, but your taste in sneakers is, uh, a bit much to put it politely. Please Understand.

That's cool. Almost all the sneakers I post in WDYB are for playing basketball as much as for collecting. I just like feeling how different shoes perform on the court even if some of the designs are a little out there.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 09, 2013, 06:52:48 PM: That's fair; I can appreciate differences in utility.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 09, 2013, 07:05:03 PM: This thread got all lovey-dovey
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 09, 2013, 08:04:53 PM: Quote from: TheInfelicitousDandy on April 09, 2013, 07:05:03 PM
This thread got all lovey-dovey

I'm trying to be less of an asshole about some things in life.

Daps on those socks, Business. Those boots are also really nice looking, I'm more in the market for something loaferish and black so it goes with more shit, though.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 08:19:16 PM: brown is generally more versatile. black is generally more 'proper', so if you want something casual, get dark brown.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 09, 2013, 09:07:03 PM: i am undecided. Nothing is really blowing me away. Shoes are just not fun to buy online unless you already know the brand and know they will fit you.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 09, 2013, 09:08:33 PM: Quote from: The Business on April 09, 2013, 08:15:09 PM
I'm curious why you think black goes with more shit than brown? Generally, brown is a more versatile color for casual shoes. I hardly ever wear my black driving mocs (pictured last page) or black boots.

I'm just racist against brown EVERYTHING
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 09:10:28 PM: :'(
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 09, 2013, 10:07:34 PM: those are pretty bad-ass but i kinda want to see them with an outfit. I've been getting into this retro repro look recently (as Hyoushi knows!)

Got a bunch of stuff from these guys, for example. They have AMAZING boots and shoes but nothing in my size so have to look elsewhere.

https://www.realmccoys.co.jp/catalog/products/list.php?category_id=6

(beware - autoloading music on that site!)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 10:25:09 PM: if you're into real mccoy the wolverine is right up your alley. you'd also probably like a lot of buzz rickson, too. If you're a big dude you're gonna have trouble with a lot of japanese repro or repro-inspired labels, they all run small :(
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 09, 2013, 10:25:24 PM: is that shopped? outfit looks great tho
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 09, 2013, 10:31:53 PM: Quote from: macuser3of5 on April 09, 2013, 10:25:09 PM
if you're into real mccoy the wolverine is right up your alley. you'd also probably like a lot of buzz rickson, too. If you're a big dude you're gonna have trouble with a lot of japanese repro or repro-inspired labels, they all run small :(

I can wear the stuff fine (my feet that are disproportionately big), although shrinkage or expansion is always an issue with this stuff. I tried a bunch of stuff at the store that fit perfectly and the dude was sucking his teeth like crazy, telling me to go one size bigger 'cause it all changes after the first wash.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 09, 2013, 10:36:12 PM: oh, cool. yeah, a lot of their stuff is raw cotton etc so it tightens up a bit post-wash. they're big fans of unsanforized denim, which drives me crazy. all part of the authentic process, I suppose. You'd probably dig the stuff stocked at self-edge. and you can probably get it cheaper where you are, too.

http://www.selfedge.com/
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 09, 2013, 10:45:14 PM: I have 2 pairs of their jeans, one pre-washed, the other raw. The raw ones were like wearing cardboard for a week.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 10, 2013, 02:45:50 AM: Cormac, be a boss and get some Belstaff Barringtons ($1000)

(http://www.mrporter.com/images/products/322691/322691_mrp_fr_l.jpg)

(http://www.mrporter.com/images/products/322691/322691_mrp_bk_l.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 10, 2013, 02:49:40 AM: :anhuld :ohhh :rejoice
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Groogrux on April 10, 2013, 09:39:15 AM: Quote from: TheInfelicitousDandy on April 09, 2013, 04:53:19 PM
Smooth just really opposes the fact that in supporting Redwing you are taking jobs away from hardworking Chinese child slaves and giving them to Democratic Americans.

Seeing as how the boots are for Cormac, buying boots made in China instead of the US would be closer to supporting his local economy...
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Groogrux on April 10, 2013, 10:03:15 AM: I don't know about quality, but in public service fields like fire, police, and EMS, those boots are all the rage. They're great for being at the station or on call and needing to leave very quickly.

I wanted a pair when I worked EMS, but never got around to dropping the cash on them. Do they allow boots like those in the military?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Dickie Dee on April 10, 2013, 10:22:02 AM: Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 10, 2013, 02:45:50 AM
Cormac, be a boss and get some Belstaff Barringtons ($1000)

(http://www.mrporter.com/images/products/322691/322691_mrp_fr_l.jpg)

(http://www.mrporter.com/images/products/322691/322691_mrp_bk_l.jpg)

hnnnnngggg
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 10, 2013, 10:25:57 AM: I don't personally serve, but the military (well, air force) is so picky about the particulars everyone just gets corcoran and moves on.

belstaff makes good boots, tho I think a button tab and backzip don't really add up to much there.

While not the subject of this convo, I am personally waiting for these to pop up on a discount site so I cop:

(http://www.mrhare.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/thumbnail/1100x820/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/m/r/mr_hare_aw12_cooke_black_01_1.jpg)

:rejoice :rejoice
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 10, 2013, 10:50:02 AM: Yeah the air force switched to nylon boots or whatever they are made of. heinous, but at least they aren't too expensive.

Mr Hare. $900 or something gross. Will probably pop up on yoox at half that in the near future...

...That's when I strike. :datass
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 10, 2013, 10:58:19 AM: Can't think of anything off the top of my head, but I'll let you know if I come across something <3
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Rufus on April 11, 2013, 03:59:49 PM: (http://alexfolzi.ca/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/6238ksPoloweb.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 11, 2013, 04:05:49 PM: ^ haha, I wonder if those are the exact shoes.

I've always been tempted by croc shit but a) $ and b) well, I don't want to look like a pimp.

(http://i.imgur.com/MgCGJcC.jpg)

now deez are croc boots
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Phoenix Dark on April 11, 2013, 05:43:50 PM: Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 08, 2013, 07:47:55 PM
How's something like this?

(http://undefeated.com/sites/default/files/styles/product_1280/public/products/586584-006_01.jpg)

:fbm
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 11, 2013, 05:47:59 PM: (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/411X8WZ7XYL._SY395_.jpg)

I kind of want these, except for a few important factors:

1) Docs suck
2) Docs suck
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 11, 2013, 05:50:58 PM: smh
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 11, 2013, 05:56:38 PM: haha, there are some doc models that aren't gaudy (steed and langston). But most are pretty heinous.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 11, 2013, 05:57:36 PM: I'm more talking from a "they pinch the shit out of my feet" standpoint.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 11, 2013, 05:59:07 PM: who cares about that this is fashion :-*

just get normal spectators.

(http://i.imgur.com/8c9sNWz.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 11, 2013, 06:03:10 PM: Quote from: Phoenix Dark on April 11, 2013, 05:43:50 PM

http://undefeated.com/sites/default/files/styles/product_1280/public/products/586584-006_01.jpg

:fbm

Just posted them because they're supposed to be really comfortable and cheap by Nike standards

Quote from: The Business on April 11, 2013, 03:55:17 PM
Dappered posted some shoes that reminded me of you, Smooth Groove:

http://dappered.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/CH-Jayhawker-Pink.jpg

http://www.colehaan.com/colehaan/catalog/product.jsp?catId=102701&productId=646866&productGroup=646853

I noticed they are out of stock so I think that you might be right about me misjuding what is popular in mens' footwear these days.

Dunno why, none of my sneakers look like that.

I'm not into Pink shoes. I've never bought any of the Cancer Awareness Nikes even though they're quite popular.

For dress shoes, at most I'd go with blue or green if not the standard black/brown.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 11, 2013, 06:10:42 PM: (http://solecollector.com/media/sneakers/images/nike-lebron-x-nsw-lifestyle-nrg-leather-sample-01.jpg)

I like the concept of these Lebron "lifestyle" shoes. You can see the athletic influence in the design but they wouldn't look odd in a nice restaurant like regular basketball sneakers.

Too bad the materials look cheap. I wish Nike would go back to the high quality leather they used in the 90s.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Verdigris Murder on April 11, 2013, 06:40:36 PM: Quote from: Martin Raperman on April 08, 2013, 06:52:13 PM
Flippers. Technically not really shoes, but why are they just so darned excellent?
Look. This is obviously a threard for repressed homosexuals, or doll collectors. But I'm frankly disappointed by the lack of likes in my zing-tastic first reply nails it.

Wtf gays and doll collectors.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 11, 2013, 07:00:36 PM: Look my doll collecting tenancies have correlation to why I own these http://www.gravitypope.com/shoes/product/15787-grenson-5137-74-william

I swear.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 11, 2013, 07:02:58 PM: Do action figures count as dolls?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 11, 2013, 07:04:58 PM: i have neither dolls or action figures

but i do suck dicks on the dl at truck stop bathrooms.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 11, 2013, 07:17:18 PM: Yo, macuser, has the price of leather gone up drastically in the last couple of years?

I paid less than $300 for something like this not that long ago but now it's $400+ from any Euro company,

(http://cdn.yoox.biz/44/44495247WR_18_f.jpg)

Is it why Nike keeps using much lower grade leather for retros?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 11, 2013, 07:22:15 PM: They use to be able to use the skin from the child slaves that tried to escape but the damn central gov. put a stop to that.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 11, 2013, 07:27:38 PM: Guessing mostly labor. Common projects have soared in pricing for seeming no reason over the last few years.

Plus you know, veblen goods and etc :P
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 11, 2013, 07:30:44 PM: I doubt labor has anything to do with Nike using shitty leather. Aren't most Nike products still manufactured in Asian sweatshops?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 11, 2013, 07:36:46 PM: oh, I don't know much about nike stuff. Nike does a small run of made in italy sneakers, no idea how much $ or better quality those are. The answer is probably in that comparison heh.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 11, 2013, 07:38:25 PM: Where are Yeezys made?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Robo on April 11, 2013, 07:45:12 PM: Quote from: macuser3of5 on April 11, 2013, 05:59:07 PM
who cares about that this is fashion :-*

just get normal spectators.

(http://i.imgur.com/8c9sNWz.jpg)

Oh my, my love.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Verdigris Murder on April 11, 2013, 07:49:02 PM: Quote
Treating shoes as a fetish is one cunt-hair away from being a cupcake.

An actual quote from Blade 2.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 11, 2013, 07:58:03 PM: Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 11, 2013, 07:38:25 PM
Where are Yeezys made?
No idea. Probably china. But could be a better factory/nicer material. Who knows. Weren't they super limited in numbers?

Quote from: Robo on April 11, 2013, 07:45:12 PM
Oh my, my love.
Allen Edmonds Strawfut
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 11, 2013, 08:09:01 PM: Yeah, Yeezys are super limited. I think Nike sold them through Twitter links at random times.

There are many hardcore sneakerheads at my gym but nobody was able to cop a pair. Quite a few of them are willing to pay significantly more on eBay for hot releases but the asking prices for Yeezys are just too much ($2000+).
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: MyNameIsMethodis on April 11, 2013, 08:14:58 PM: (http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/91zhtl49HgS._SL1500_.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Phoenix Dark on April 11, 2013, 08:15:33 PM: Fuck Yeezys. Can we discuss grown man shoes.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 11, 2013, 08:23:42 PM: Yeezys scream grown man, nicca

Only a grown ass man can cop that booty

(http://celebkickscom.wpengine.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/jay-z-in-nike-air-yeezy-2-570x538.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Robo on April 11, 2013, 10:14:31 PM: Quote from: macuser3of5 on April 11, 2013, 07:58:03 PM
Quote from: Robo on April 11, 2013, 07:45:12 PM
Oh my, my love.
Allen Edmonds Strawfut

Well, they are very nice, but if I were going to spend money on a pair of Allen Edmonds—a few pay grades above me yet—it probably wouldn't be those.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Mupepe on April 12, 2013, 08:25:36 AM: Allen Edmonds are the first shoes that really gave me a boner. Since then I've started looking at others and while they're nice AE really hit the spot of value/quality for me.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Olivia Wilde Homo on April 12, 2013, 10:18:19 AM: Since this is somewhat related, what's a good brand of steel toe boots?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 12, 2013, 10:55:51 AM: Quote from: The Business on April 12, 2013, 02:35:30 AM
Quote from: Smooth Groove on April 11, 2013, 06:10:42 PM
http://solecollector.com/media/sneakers/images/nike-lebron-x-nsw-lifestyle-nrg-leather-sample-01.jpg

I like the concept of these Lebron "lifestyle" shoes. You can see the athletic influence in the design but they wouldn't look odd in a nice restaurant like regular basketball sneakers.

Too bad the materials look cheap. I wish Nike would go back to the high quality leather they used in the 90s.

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:crazybron

You really must be out of touch with current fashion trends. Celebrities have been wearing Jordans with suits for awhile. I think it's dumb but I'm not the one that other people copy.

Have you not seen what people are wearing nowadays even in upscale restaurants? Fools are wearing tshirts and shorts in places where they pay $80 for a steak. That's a far cry from even the business casual dress code that many restaurants used to enforce. When I was a kid, I remember some restaurants were super strict about suit and tie for men and at least button up shirts/slacks for kids.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Positive Touch on April 12, 2013, 11:04:20 AM: all these 20somethings i see showing up in college tshirts, sandals, and cargo shorts to fine dining restaurants in groups need to be turned away. im sure as hell not the one to always show up looking great but god damn have some standards for yourself. youre gonna take a date to a place with a $100+ bill but you cant even buy some clothes that dont look like fake thrift store shit because youre a hipster rebel? foh
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 12, 2013, 11:20:37 AM: Yeah but in this economy, restaurants, except maybe those with Michelin stars, aren't going to turn away customers because of improper attire. It must be really annoying for those well dressed older folks to see a bunch of kids looking like they just came from the beach.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 12, 2013, 11:34:15 AM: Quote from: The Experiment on April 12, 2013, 10:18:19 AM
Since this is somewhat related, what's a good brand of steel toe boots?
red wing is what all my construction/welding bros swear by.

re: sneakers at a nice restaurant.. eh, just wear some casual laceups. There isn't a shortage of them.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 12, 2013, 01:56:38 PM: hey don't knock overpriced sneakers

(http://i.imgur.com/SV3g3A5.jpg)

:mouf :mouf :mouf :babylawd :noah

I think i'm gonna buy those perforated cp's I posted earlier. Daddy needs new shoes.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Phoenix Dark on April 12, 2013, 02:04:53 PM: God dammit Smooth Groove you're making me agree with The Business.

I'm not rich, therefore I make my impression with my appearance not with my net worth or Wikipedia page. Looking good, looking adult, looking professional are all important for guys our age. And thanks to the marvels of fashion we can do it without looking stiff or ridiculous. I'd rather dress like Christopher Nolan than Tyler The Creater.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 12, 2013, 05:08:05 PM: Quote from: macuser3of5 on April 12, 2013, 01:56:38 PM

(http://i.imgur.com/SV3g3A5.jpg)

Nice, whose collection? I want to get some white shoes like those but maybe with more of a gum outsole.

Quote from: The Business on April 12, 2013, 01:47:59 PM

So because more and more people have no class, it's okay to buy stupid overpriced tennis shoes instead of dressing like an adult? Here's where where we differ.

I'm just saying it's OK to try new things. Fashion is constantly changing. Like I said before, I got plenty of classic shoes for the right occasions but I wouldn't mind trying out shoes that can be comfy like athletic shoes yet look classy. Those Lebron casualwear shoes have the right idea but the execution is off. I said very clearly that they looked cheap. All I'm saying is that I'll give it a try if someone can design a shoe that is both sporty and elegant.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Polari on April 12, 2013, 05:21:19 PM: These are the sneakers I have at the moment:

(http://images.oki-ni.com/is/image/4m/sit1010plm_01?wid=419&hei=580&resmode=sharp)

Been wearing French ranger boots during the winter since it's so fucking cold and wet and I have a pair of trusty Clarks desert boots for around the house and going to the shop.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on April 12, 2013, 05:29:20 PM: speaking of overpriced sneakers,

(http://img546.imageshack.us/img546/4889/502288568product1.jpg)

I would cop though if they go on sale for about $400
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 12, 2013, 07:34:46 PM: Daps and shower room handies from his b-ball crew. Money can buy that kind of respect.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Shadow Mod on April 12, 2013, 07:34:59 PM: (http://howcool.com/popup-images/TUK-A7828L__0.jpg)

Got these in the mail today and they fit :D
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Verdigris Murder on April 12, 2013, 07:37:34 PM: Aesthetically horrible and massively uncomfortable. Peacock feathers?

No.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Shadow Mod on April 12, 2013, 07:39:43 PM: Quote from: Martin Raperman on April 12, 2013, 07:37:34 PM
Aesthetically horrible and massively uncomfortable. Peacock feathers?

No.

How do you know how comfortable they are?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Rufus on April 12, 2013, 07:55:05 PM: I love turqoise. Heels though, I dunno. Always seemed like torture to me.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Shadow Mod on April 12, 2013, 08:04:06 PM: Quote from: Rufus on April 12, 2013, 07:55:05 PM
I love turqoise. Heels though, I dunno. Always seemed like torture to me.

I wear heels in small doses. And usually not more than a couple inches.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 12, 2013, 08:04:09 PM: Quote from: The Business on April 12, 2013, 07:31:36 PM
If I'm paying over $150 for shoes, they are going to be Goodyear welt. What a waste of money. What exactly are you paying for when you are paying that much for sneakers?
goodyear welt? meaning the outsole glued to a tiny rib of canvas that is stitched to the upper? :P That welt?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 12, 2013, 08:29:15 PM: I would hate to think what happens to that delicate linen rib when a company like edward green has to pry off the bottom of the shoe with a knife .

Besides, we all deep down know that blade rapid is the one true welt of kings.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 12, 2013, 10:03:20 PM: Going to check out the big shoe store in Shinjuku today, will post if i find something. Big shoes tend to be boring as fuck pretty much anywhere i've been though, these things are a curse
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Olivia Wilde Homo on April 12, 2013, 10:10:34 PM: Quote from: TheInfelicitousDandy on April 12, 2013, 07:34:46 PM
Daps and shower room handies from his b-ball crew. Money can buy that kind of respect.

:lol

Quote from: Cormacaroni on April 12, 2013, 10:03:20 PM
Going to check out the big shoe store in Shinjuku today, will post if i find something. Big shoes tend to be boring as fuck pretty much anywhere i've been though, these things are a curse

My shoe size is anywhere from US 13.5 to 15 depending on brand and I've never really had too many problems with shoe shopping.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Phoenix Dark on April 12, 2013, 10:15:29 PM: Quote from: TheInfelicitousDandy on April 12, 2013, 07:34:46 PM
Daps and shower room handies from his b-ball crew. Money can buy that kind of respect.
:lol
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 12, 2013, 10:23:11 PM: Quote from: Cormacaroni on April 12, 2013, 10:03:20 PM
Going to check out the big shoe store in Shinjuku today, will post if i find something. Big shoes tend to be boring as fuck pretty much anywhere i've been though, these things are a curse
crockett and jones, and trickers, are pretty popular over there if the internet is any indication. both of them make 12+ but then you have to figure they probably aren't stocking those sizes.

higher-end sneaker hate is strange (not talking about limited hype stuff)... I mean, have any of you worn them? the difference is plainly obvious when you put them on your feet.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 12, 2013, 11:17:27 PM: T EXP - i'm sure Murka is nice for big shoes but NO-BODY stocks big shoes here. I recently checked the website of locondo, which is kinda the J version of Zappos. I did a search for all shoes (boots, sneakers, sandals, whatever) in my size and got a total of 96 models, most of which were black or brown loafers. As far as I know, there are only 2 actual stores in Tokyo that carry shoes my size
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: MyNameIsMethodis on April 13, 2013, 12:01:01 PM: seriously if youre over the age of 20 and not wearing chukkas / boots /loafers then ur in the wrong
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 13, 2013, 12:07:52 PM: (http://i.imgur.com/I0ok5yR.jpg) (http://imgur.com/I0ok5yR)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 13, 2013, 12:28:16 PM: meh. Its like what a teenager imagines a grown ups' shoe looks like. Mostly due to lack of a visible logo.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 13, 2013, 12:53:51 PM: I find the universal dismissal of sneakers and focus on looking "grown up" far more concerning than a simple pair of unadorned sneakers made with nice material and attention to detail.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: MyNameIsMethodis on April 13, 2013, 12:55:14 PM: unless youre playing basketball or running never ever wear sneakers ffs.

http://www.reddit.com/r/malefashionadvice/comments/z2quy/mfa_boot_guide_20122013/

http://www.reddit.com/r/malefashionadvice/comments/p7usf/shoe_guide_v20/
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 13, 2013, 01:00:21 PM: My post might have read wrong. I don't mind Vans etc. I think those particular shoes are puffy looking and think that people would like those solely because they look like a cross between a sneaker and a blutcher.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 13, 2013, 01:03:52 PM: Fair enough.

Fuck reddit mfa rules.

"If your grandfather wouldn't have worn them neither should you" lawl. This is some I love don draper shit.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Polari on April 13, 2013, 01:18:13 PM: Quote from: macuser3of5 on April 13, 2013, 01:03:52 PM
Fair enough.

Fuck reddit mfa rules.

"If your grandfather wouldn't have worn them neither should you" lawl. This is some I love don draper shit.

:lol Fucking distinguished mentally-challenged fellows.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: MyNameIsMethodis on April 13, 2013, 03:43:17 PM: says the man children who wear sneakers to dances
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 13, 2013, 03:48:55 PM: you should head over to fedora lounge. don't forget to don your spats if it rains on the way over.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: MyNameIsMethodis on April 13, 2013, 03:49:45 PM: riiight, because dressing like a adult means I wear a fedora. if anything a fedora wearer wears New Balances.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 13, 2013, 03:50:29 PM: I don't think you know what fedora lounge is.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: MyNameIsMethodis on April 13, 2013, 03:52:35 PM: nice edit
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 13, 2013, 03:53:33 PM: I am legitimately concerned about the protection of your footwear.

edit: but really, you brought in a link that says 'if your grandfather wouldn't wear it neither should you'. this is, quite literally, fedora lounge.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: MyNameIsMethodis on April 13, 2013, 03:59:59 PM: so just ignore the stupid joke. it's still good advice.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Rufus on April 13, 2013, 04:02:57 PM: I think the point is that it isn't because that's a ridiculous thing to say. It's a shortcut, like wearing nothing but suits and buttoned shirts is.

That said I don't really have a horse in this, since I value comfort and practicability (and/or laziness) above all else.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Polari on April 13, 2013, 04:07:18 PM: Quote from: MyNameIsMethodis on April 13, 2013, 03:43:17 PM
says the man children who wear sneakers to dances

I don't even know what this means.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Polari on April 13, 2013, 04:08:56 PM: Quote from: MyNameIsMethodis on April 13, 2013, 03:59:59 PM
so just ignore the stupid joke. it's still good advice.

Not really. It's a "YOU CAN'T LIKE ANYTHING THAT I DON'T LIKE" statement.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: T-Short on April 13, 2013, 04:37:49 PM: Quote from: MyNameIsMethodis on April 13, 2013, 03:49:45 PM
riiight, because dressing like a adult means I wear a fedora. if anything a fedora wearer wears New Balances.

New Balance :bow2
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: TakingBackSunday on April 13, 2013, 04:52:48 PM: these are pretty much what I have right now

http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/20348486 (http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/20348486)

just the US version I suppose

and I own like 5 pairs of converse lowtops
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Verdigris Murder on April 13, 2013, 05:52:46 PM: They look like slippers.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: MyNameIsMethodis on April 13, 2013, 06:15:43 PM: Quote from: BrandNew on April 13, 2013, 04:52:48 PM
these are pretty much what I have right now

http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/20348486 (http://www.clarks.co.uk/p/20348486)

just the US version I suppose

and I own like 5 pairs of converse lowtops

brand new knows what fashion is. http://www.amazon.com/Clarks-Originals-Mens-Desert-Beeswax/dp/B000WU6TN0/ref=sr_1_1?s=shoes&ie=UTF8&qid=1365891331&sr=1-1&keywords=clarks+desert+boots
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 14, 2013, 10:34:16 PM: alright, i ending up ordering the Red Wing Iron Rangers in copper from amazon (Global Shipping ftw). I went a half-size lower than normal so fingers crossed. Free returns though so no biggie if I have some back and forth.

Was very tempted by the Beckmans but the decider for me was that the Iron Rangers typically run narrower make the feet look smaller, which is important for average-sized dudes with big feet like me.

There are some amazing-ass boots out there though - really liked the look of these White's custom-made ones

(http://thumbnail.image.rakuten.co.jp/@0_mall/j-matsuya/cabinet/item/whites/whsj-bk-1.jpg?_ex=300x300&s=2&r=1)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 14, 2013, 10:58:10 PM: I love love love my Beckmans. You've made a wise choice.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 14, 2013, 11:31:27 PM: I actually preferred the look of the Beckmans slightly but it was a very close thing. $11 shipped to Japan and free returns tho so no regrets :O

:bow Global Shipping Eligible :bow2
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 15, 2013, 12:41:50 AM: Global EXPEDITED Shipping, it turns out unf unf unf
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Mupepe on April 15, 2013, 11:11:10 AM: If I didn't already have a pair I'd get the Eastports. My god! What a sexy shoe.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 15, 2013, 11:22:33 AM: no kenilworth on sale :'(
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 15, 2013, 11:29:29 AM: haha I saw that. Amazing wash on those jeans too :heh
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: BlueTsunami on April 15, 2013, 12:09:10 PM: I can't wear sneakers anymore. I feel weird in general when I'm in them. Its like wearing a baseball cap in a suit. Boots4Lyfe.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 15, 2013, 12:20:55 PM: Are you wearing them with suits? ???
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 15, 2013, 12:31:35 PM: http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/producti_SF6208_1_40000000001_-1

hnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggggg

:mouf :mouf :mouf :mouf :mouf :mouf :mouf :mouf :mouf :mouf

Only thing stopping me is lack of funds. One day.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: MyNameIsMethodis on April 15, 2013, 12:39:57 PM: damn i want those
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 15, 2013, 12:41:40 PM: Have you looked into Mr B by aldo? sometimes they have stuff like that. They're decently put together.

Also, Allen Edmonds usually has a lot of seconds (tiny production/stitching errors etc) on ebay for about 50% or more. I've seen a couple, and I honestly couldn't tell the difference.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Dickie Dee on April 15, 2013, 07:19:00 PM: I like these Belstaff's I see on ebay. Not my size though

(http://i.imgur.com/JKPejoj.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 15, 2013, 07:23:52 PM: I bought a pair of AEs on ebay once and never wore them. I was ok with second hand shoes until they actually arrived :(
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 15, 2013, 07:30:10 PM: 8.5

At least I have normal size balls.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: TakingBackSunday on April 15, 2013, 07:30:54 PM: this page :lawd
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Dickie Dee on April 15, 2013, 07:31:15 PM: 10.5 - hmmm, that's my size
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Phoenix Dark on April 15, 2013, 11:21:37 PM: size 12 :-\
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 15, 2013, 11:35:12 PM: Quote from: The Business on April 15, 2013, 10:58:19 AM
Allen Edmonds sale going on right now. <$200 makes these real appealing. Must resist.

(http://dappered.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Strandmok-in-Tan.jpg)

I really like the intricate patterns on this shoe and the one I posted a link to earlier. I need to find a shoe manufacturer with a reputation for comfortable shoes that has stuff like that.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: G The Resurrected on April 15, 2013, 11:47:01 PM: Funny story so I was looking for shoes debating which ones I liked and spent a good 20 minutes looking at shoes at this place. I turn to the girl after I decided which ones I wanted and asked her for my size in a few different shoes. She tells me they don't carry my size shoe. Fuck shoes none of the one's I like are ever in my damn size. I've got huge freaking feet apparently.

Any good places for large feet?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 15, 2013, 11:54:26 PM: We dumping shoes in here now? Well, uh, I have a pair of brown captoe Testoni's I'll toss to someone for ... $50? I've worn them maybe 12 times, seems kinda pointless to hold onto them :/

Quote from: Creepy Old Guy on April 15, 2013, 11:35:12 PM
Quote from: The Business on April 15, 2013, 10:58:19 AM
Allen Edmonds sale going on right now. <$200 makes these real appealing. Must resist.

(http://dappered.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/Strandmok-in-Tan.jpg)

I really like the intricate patterns on this shoe and the one I posted a link to earlier. I need to find a shoe manufacturer with a reputation for comfortable shoes that has stuff like that.
AE are plenty comfortable. Especially if they have a rubber sole. If you want 'comfy' shoes then Ecco or Mephisto. But those are both pretty old-man tourist in terms of design.

Seeing all these large foot dudes makes me happy I'm a 9-9.5 D. :D
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 15, 2013, 11:54:33 PM: Quote from: The Business on April 15, 2013, 11:46:37 PM
What makes you think Allen Edmonds aren't comfortable? My Strands are amazingly comfortable. They're high quality leather that fits like an old baseball glove after a while.

I'm leery of buying anything that I can't try on first. My feet are really weirdly shaped- they're wide not only in the toes and that general area, but closer to the heel/middle of the foot a bit as well. As a result, a lot of shoes pinch my feet and result in blisters.

I bought a pair of semi-decent looking shoes from a company called Nunn Bush that are VERY comfortable last week. Unfortunately, their shoes are all rather boring looking, although they certainly meet my "comfortable and affordable" requirements. Basically, my entire adult life I've only ever been able to NOT be uncomfortable in New Balance sneakers and now these decent (but boring) Nunn Bush shoes. While the Allen Edmonds are awesomely stylish, pretty much anything over $150 is a lot for me to spend on shoes currently, and I'd like to know if they're going to be something I'll be able to wear comfortably before dropping that kind of coin on them. If that makes sense.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: G The Resurrected on April 16, 2013, 02:27:12 AM: I threw out two pairs of borns that weren't working for me. That's when I stopped buying shoes online by looks. I can't risk it with my feet. So now I have to try everything on. I used to buy Simple shoes without a care in the world. But they closed up shop (fuck Sanuk) and I've worn my last pair. And I've been on the hunt for a good shoe company since. I also wanted to update my formal/casual wear with something a bit more stylish and comfortable. My John Varvatos leathers are losing their shine and the eyes for the laces are starting to go, but I've had them for over 5 years now.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Mupepe on April 16, 2013, 08:38:26 AM: It took me so long to learn that I need E widths. I've got sores on my pinky toes from years of wearing D's. :(
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Mupepe on April 16, 2013, 09:35:06 AM: So you're telling me I'm a freak and I'll never be as cool as you because my feet are wide and ugly? Fuck :(
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 16, 2013, 09:46:18 AM: no, not just because of that /biz
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Himu on April 17, 2013, 12:14:17 AM: Today I bought these with blood and sweat and tears.

(http://i.imgur.com/n6gUmAF.jpg)

http://www.jcpenney.com/dotcom/shoes/womens-shoes/liz-claiborne-olympic-wedge-sandals/prod.jump?ppId=pp5002650611

(http://i.imgur.com/PXok8dk.jpg)

http://www.jcpenney.com/dotcom//yuu%25e2%2584%25a2-geniva-casual-slip-ons/prod.jump?ppId=pp5002351072&catId=cat100240062&deptId=dept20000018&Nao=96&pN=5&dimCombo=null&dimComboVal=null

Next week I'm going back for these:

http://www.jcpenney.com/dotcom//shoes/womens-shoes/yuu%25e2%2584%25a2-gytha-gladiator-sandals/prod.jump?ppId=pp5002540120&catId=cat100240062&deptId=dept20000018&dimCombo=null&dimComboVal=null
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 17, 2013, 12:19:44 AM: Girl shoes :holeup
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Himu on April 17, 2013, 12:21:26 AM: Quote from: macuser3of5 on April 17, 2013, 12:19:44 AM
Girl shoes :holeup

(http://25.media.tumblr.com/3faf0a399352cc80a233a1855e54f089/tumblr_mg4zza1RPE1ri9yduo1_500.gif)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 17, 2013, 12:25:48 AM: speaking of summer shoes I want a pair of dope espadrilles but I'm kinda worried that might be too cigarillo

(http://i.imgur.com/srMMEFp.png)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Himu on April 17, 2013, 12:27:30 AM: Nice flats! See? You're into girl shoes too!
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 17, 2013, 12:31:27 AM: THEYRE MAN SHOES DAMNIT :maf :'( :-[ :-*
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 17, 2013, 12:37:57 AM: Onion headline - mac user asserts manhood on internet forum
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 17, 2013, 12:39:55 AM: only monsters wear flip flops at the beach
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Mupepe on April 17, 2013, 10:29:28 AM: I hate you guys. I'm now browsing ebay for Allen Edmonds. So many goddamn options and so cheap that they're irresistible.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 17, 2013, 10:38:14 AM: you could always browse ebay for john lobb instead
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Mupepe on April 17, 2013, 10:41:56 AM: lulz. No thanks! Unless you're going to buy them for me Daddio
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Mupepe on April 21, 2013, 02:20:09 PM: (http://www.pelleline.com/store/avactis-images/allenedmonds_shoes_carlsbad_weave_loafers_black_0.jpg)

just picked these up today thanks to the AE sale.
Title: Shoe bore
Post by: Huff on April 21, 2013, 03:47:39 PM: Quote from: macuser3of5 on April 17, 2013, 12:39:55 AM
only monsters wear flip flops at the beach

You shut your whore mouth
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cerveza mas fina on April 21, 2013, 03:50:50 PM: Why is this thread here smh
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Olivia Wilde Homo on April 21, 2013, 03:57:55 PM: Quote from: Premium Lager on April 21, 2013, 03:50:50 PM
Why is this thread here smh

Because some of us are professionals and/or grown adults.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: TEEEPO on April 21, 2013, 04:11:50 PM: Quote from: Polari on April 12, 2013, 05:21:19 PM
(http://images.oki-ni.com/is/image/4m/sit1010plm_01?wid=419&hei=580&resmode=sharp)

hot.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on April 21, 2013, 04:17:21 PM: I really like the look of the Clark's desert boots, but they only come in medium :-\
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 21, 2013, 04:57:20 PM: Quote from: Premium Lager on April 21, 2013, 03:50:50 PM
Why is this thread here smh

ain't nothin wrong with admiring another dude's shoes:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzfeVaZRH5o

Quote from: TEEEPO on April 21, 2013, 04:11:50 PM
Quote from: Polari on April 12, 2013, 05:21:19 PM
(http://images.oki-ni.com/is/image/4m/sit1010plm_01?wid=419&hei=580&resmode=sharp)

hot.
silent by damir doma
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: demi on April 21, 2013, 05:12:47 PM: Will these shoes give me street cred?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/251263755506
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 21, 2013, 05:19:56 PM: $300 for nikes?!?!!?

In that case, yes.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cerveza mas fina on April 21, 2013, 05:24:57 PM: Quote from: The Experiment on April 21, 2013, 03:57:55 PM
Quote from: Premium Lager on April 21, 2013, 03:50:50 PM
Why is this thread here smh

Because some of us are professionals and/or grown adults.

Talking about shoes is for adults? Said no adult ever
Title: Shoe bore
Post by: Huff on April 21, 2013, 05:50:44 PM: Yeah who would ever talk about clothes or shoes
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 21, 2013, 05:51:42 PM: Not adults; they only talk about video games.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 21, 2013, 05:52:13 PM: You guys don't gossip about fashion and shoes? :-\ :'(
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 21, 2013, 06:01:56 PM: Only to other homos.
Title: Shoe bore
Post by: Huff on April 21, 2013, 06:10:47 PM: So it's perfect here
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 21, 2013, 08:38:45 PM: good, I was worried for a sec
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 21, 2013, 09:29:26 PM: you'd think it would be pretty obvious why humans in the western world, who basically all wear shoes all the time, would like information about nice shoes

but some cock always has to seek attention with a dumb-ass troll

and some other cock who wants attention has to beat them down in the snottiest fashion possible

when we could all just be sucking each other off happily and admiring our awesome shoes
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on April 21, 2013, 09:37:14 PM: PREACH
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cerveza mas fina on April 22, 2013, 02:59:00 AM: Quote from: Cormacaroni on April 21, 2013, 09:29:26 PM
when we could all just be sucking each other off happily and admiring our awesome shoes

My shoes look scruffy :-\
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on April 22, 2013, 03:25:49 AM: my Redwings are in Japan HNNNNNG

soon I can consign these Caterpillars to the darkest recesses of the shoe closet, sooooooon
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cerveza mas fina on April 22, 2013, 03:34:53 AM: I have these on at work but they look super worn down. Almost embarassing at work really.

(http://www.scorpionshoes.co.uk/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/g/o/gola-harrier-navy-sun1_1.jpg)

These are my home shoes (green ones)

(http://i.ebayimg.com/t/NEW-Mens-Trainers-Boys-GOLA-retro-classic-trainers-casual-pumps-sneakers-shoes-/00/s/NDAwWDQwMA==/$(KGrHqV,!psE9eFSurf2BPiiuqmFIg~~60_35.JPG)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on April 22, 2013, 12:30:31 PM: I like those, and I normally hate boat shoes.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Polari on April 22, 2013, 01:07:38 PM: Boat shoes are ruined for me because that's all my dad ever wore when he wasn't in a suit throughout the 90s, when they were super out of fashion.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: chronovore on April 22, 2013, 10:22:49 PM: Quote from: Rufus on April 11, 2013, 03:59:49 PM
(http://alexfolzi.ca/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/6238ksPoloweb.jpg)

Everything here is awesome.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: chronovore on April 22, 2013, 10:25:00 PM: Quote from: Cormacaroni on April 12, 2013, 11:17:27 PM
T EXP - i'm sure Murka is nice for big shoes but NO-BODY stocks big shoes here. I recently checked the website of locondo, which is kinda the J version of Zappos. I did a search for all shoes (boots, sneakers, sandals, whatever) in my size and got a total of 96 models, most of which were black or brown loafers. As far as I know, there are only 2 actual stores in Tokyo that carry shoes my size

Which means, if you come to Osaka, there will only be one store with your size, and they'll only have the one size in a style you don't like.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on May 01, 2013, 05:25:41 PM: I might have asked this before, but has anyone had any experience with Clark's boots? Supposedly they run a little larger than most sizes.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on May 01, 2013, 07:28:07 PM: Amazon has a deal on these guys

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B1I5KFU/ref=pe_58020_29582530_email_slvf_th

Similar to the desert boot but with a different sole. Thinking about ordering a pair of 10.5s as I normally wear an 11.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Robo on May 01, 2013, 07:30:00 PM: I also have a pair of Clarks that are sized half a size down.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on May 01, 2013, 07:50:03 PM: those Iron Rangers showed up btw...love 'em. 11.5 was just right, although they are of course stiff as a board right now. I would take some selfies but am not allowed to wear them in the house! Maybe later.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on May 01, 2013, 08:22:00 PM: yeah my russell moccasins were borderline painful the first few times I wore them. Thought I may have fucked up with the sizing. After a couple of weeks, though, they softened up to the point that I could wear them like slippers.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on May 01, 2013, 09:45:38 PM: what shoe care stuff is recommended for these? I got some mink oil and the Red Wing Leather Protector on the way...is that enough?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on May 01, 2013, 10:28:50 PM: do they hold up ok in rain?
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on May 01, 2013, 11:08:14 PM: Mine do
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on May 02, 2013, 11:23:37 PM: Have Red Wings boots always been $300 plus?

I remember them being cheaper when my cousin got some in-store but that was quite a long time ago.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Cormacaroni on May 05, 2013, 09:18:29 PM: here are the boots....really liking them so far, good call Biz (iphone pic taken by a 5yr old, be gentle). Gonna go the the Real McCoys store today and see if I can get a nice shirt or two to go with those jeans

(http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8253/8711617855_9dc9b5713e_c.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on May 05, 2013, 09:20:18 PM: Nice fit, you hypebeast!
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on May 05, 2013, 09:29:08 PM: looks nice, they don't look big/clownish either. definitely needs a proper chambray work shirt in the mix.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on May 06, 2013, 01:09:11 AM: Yo, macuser, where in the US can I find these Bape/George Cox Gibsons?

(http://www.highsnobiety.com/files/2013/04/bape-george-cox-gibson-1.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on May 06, 2013, 01:35:39 AM: no idea, cox doesn't get much play over here in the states.

instead, you should peep the a sauvage doc martens run:

(http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FyIDi1Yf_t8/UQe-2cKKxfI/AAAAAAAAIU0/DM7XBazh-_I/s1600/a+sauvage+dm.jpg)

you can get the full size run of the black/grey/white kente silk ones at their website:

http://www.dmusastore.com/p-4938-steed.aspx

the rest of the colors are hit and miss size-wise.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Smooth Groove on May 06, 2013, 01:44:45 AM: Nice but I don't like Doc Martens cuz a bunch of wannabe gangsters in my school used to wear them

I can't help associating Docs with low class
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on May 06, 2013, 01:49:15 AM: they don't even look like docs tho
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on May 06, 2013, 08:23:28 AM: Yeah, those ones you posted look more like Docs than any of the ones macuser posted.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on May 06, 2013, 01:04:20 PM: speaking of shoes, summer shoe season is upon us

(http://i.imgur.com/5Cr2Hsx.jpg?1)

I have also come to realization that I could use some light suede laceups in my life. i have too many shoes already damnit.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on May 06, 2013, 01:09:24 PM: yes to all of your questions
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on May 06, 2013, 01:12:39 PM: I willfully focused on the shoes, so kinda.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on May 06, 2013, 01:17:57 PM: don't apologize. I should have said something. but in my defense his neck is the size of my chest. I don't wan to die I have a family :'( :'( :'(
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on May 06, 2013, 03:01:30 PM: Quote from: The Business on May 06, 2013, 01:05:48 PM
Am I the only one who saw Cormac's bleach-washed jeans, t-shirt tucked in, and red leather jacket? Are we pretending we didn't see it because this is shoe bore and it's out of our jurisdiction? Or maybe because he's old and it's pointless to address? Or because we love him so much? I'm shaken to the core right now and need answers.

He doesn't need our criticism; he's big in Japan.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Human Snorenado on May 06, 2013, 03:43:29 PM: Quote from: Eschaton on May 06, 2013, 03:30:41 PM
its japan and if he wants to look like a Cyborg 009 extra thats his god given right as an American

He's like, Irish and shit though. Just like my avatar.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Robo on June 04, 2013, 10:49:03 PM: I want to get a sexy pair of loafers for the summer. Thinking bout these hot young things:

(http://i.imgur.com/KQS6UQh.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Robo on June 04, 2013, 10:56:17 PM: It's navy!
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on June 04, 2013, 11:04:31 PM: I think they look cool (both of the above)

been wearing these for the past few, so good

(http://i.imgur.com/RnAYftt.jpg) (http://imgur.com/RnAYftt)

common projects rec shoe
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Huff on June 28, 2013, 11:07:04 AM: So what's everyone's favorite pair of loafers? these are a few I'm looking at

Allen Edwards El Paso Driving
(http://www.allenedmonds.com/wcsstore/AllenEdmonds/Attachment/images/database/allenedmonds_shoes_el-paso_brown_l.jpg)

Cole Haan Air Mitchell Penny
(http://l3.zassets.com/images/z/1/9/2/7/7/9/1927795-p-MULTIVIEW.jpg)

Frye Lewis Venetian
(http://www.zappos.com/images/z/2/0/7/9/5/7/2079571-5-MULTIVIEW.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on June 28, 2013, 11:52:39 AM: Middle ones look shitty. Leather looks bad and looks to busy. The other two are nice though.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Mupepe on June 28, 2013, 11:56:19 AM: The el Paso loafers are damn nice. I was considering them last time I bought a pair of AEs. I ended up choosing something else because I didn't like that they were not recraftable and I was really looking for a leather sole. They were comfy as shit though when I tried them on
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: headwalk on June 28, 2013, 02:06:37 PM: i first read the thread title as "she bore", then i realised it was seven pages long.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Steve Contra on June 28, 2013, 02:08:13 PM: Quote from: headwalk on June 28, 2013, 02:06:37 PM
i first read the thread title as "she bore", then i realised it was seven pages long.
Yeah, Himu would make that shit waaaaaaaaaaaaay longer
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Madrun Badrun on June 28, 2013, 08:20:10 PM: http://brentwatson.imgur.com/Shoes#0

I really want to try this.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on June 29, 2013, 02:42:27 PM: Don't know where you are located but there are a lot of boot/shoe makers here in the us and abroad that do workshops where you build a shoe from scratch over a couple weeks/days. Always wanted to try it, just need to be near a place that does it.

Also I got a pair of sneakers:

(http://i.imgur.com/ql4xzd1.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: CrystalGemini on June 29, 2013, 05:07:08 PM: Got these kickass boots for my birthday. :hyper
(http://img43.imageshack.us/img43/3841/e45k.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Mupepe on June 29, 2013, 05:08:11 PM: Sexxxxxxxxxxy
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Dickie Dee on August 03, 2013, 01:47:02 AM: Picked these up today on sale (didn't need three obv, but they were on crazy sale and needed to bring my order to 45 so i could get free shipping)

Quote
(http://www.callitspring.com/static/webUpload/731/30_cambiuzzo_36_6.jpg)(http://www.callitspring.com/static/webUpload/731/30_ceomma_6_6.jpg)(http://www.callitspring.com/static/webUpload/731/30_starbuck_12_6.jpg)
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Huff on January 08, 2015, 08:10:21 PM: Yo Mac, as the resident fashionista,

what are you recs on a nice pair of sneakers
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nachobro on January 08, 2015, 08:26:54 PM: So I got into the New Balance beta test program after applying on a whim a few years ago. Can't wait to wear some ugly ass shoes and write essays about them. At least NBs are comfy.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: chronovore on January 09, 2015, 06:12:06 AM: I like NB's for their comfort as well, but they sure are ugly damned shoes.

My stepdad left me some nice LL Bean sheepskin slippers, so for the first winter of my life I am wandering around in winter with clothed feet. I must be both old, and a CAC.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Huff on January 09, 2015, 11:57:18 AM: Yeah I've never like the look of NBs. And I hear it's time for me to stop using my running shoes with real clothes
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: Robo on January 09, 2015, 05:05:54 PM: In which case, don't buy sneakers. They're for athletics and children.
Title: Re: Shoe bore
Post by: nudemacusers on January 09, 2015, 07:10:14 PM: Quote from: Huff on January 08, 2015, 08:10:21 PM
Yo Mac, as the resident fashionista,

what are you recs on a nice pair of sneakers
well, how much do you want to blow? my default answer will range from common projects to vans off the wall or vans vault.

or look at:

our legacy
etq amsterdam
filling pieces
vince
diemme
ami
buttero

you can usually find them on sale. common projects are my personal favorite but they are not cheap and hard to find on discount, unless you are a larger size.

epauletny just dropped a bunch of calf sneakers for about 200 bones
http://epauletnewyork.com/collections/footwear