Meaning it might never be available. Sellers looking to grow their business and reach more interested buyers can use Etsys advertising platform to promote their items. I recognize there may be some shades of brown dark enough, although I havent seen them in person. I dont find the boots heavy. Thanks. Wouldnt you say that a black cordovan loafer is more casual than a black calf one, and perhaps comparable to a black suede one? I havent yet added any cordovan footwear to my collection yet, so I found this article intriguing. He pairs it with Momotaro Denim and Viccel Dress Socks. Is cordovan waterproof even without the coating the Alden adds to it? See here: https://www.drakes.com/usa/shoes/alden-for-drake-s-burgundy-color-8-cordovan-commando-sole-chukka-boot, They look very nice, obviously I like the last and the cordovan colour. - Worldwide Footwear Orders- INCLUDED IN PRICE, -UK Care Product & Accessory orders up to 150- 10, - Rest Of The World Care Product & Accessory orders up to 150- 30, - All Footwear orders excluding Stitchdown Collection- UP TO 9 WEEKS, - Stitchdown Collection Orders- UP TO 12 WEEKS, - Gift Vouchers, Care Product & Accessory orders- UP TO 2 WEEKS, For Further Information Please Visit OurShipping Page. Have you seen the hudson loafer? Maybe I should send them for a stretch hoping it would help. Ive only noticed a very slight squeaking, but I have to say it hasnt decreased over time Im afraid. See something like my oundles from Edward Green for example. Lots of details above in the comments sorry, too much to repeat here! Fitted with our robust studded rubber sole I prefer them with wider trousers, or shorts. Once the tanning process is complete, the hides still require another 4 months of work before they become finished leather. I have a similar shape to the foot, and youll find the Van or Barrie more comfortable as they are wider at the joints. (10% off), Sale Price USD 116.00 But black-calf loafers would look completely different, and be much harder to wear with denim. I havent tried them in person, so its hard to say. Here is a partial list of current shell cordovan colors that Horween offers: Color #8; Black; Dark Cognac; Garnet Cordovan would be good, but the jumper style at least wouldnt be the best with flannels, more casual and good with the others. Crown Northampton are honoured to work with leathers from the world class Horween Company tannery, especially their prized Shell Cordovan. I have had a pair of Alden loafers in colour 8 (which you rarely ever see in the wild where I live but feel hopelessly unoriginal after reading this article and the comments) for years and all I needed to do as you say is the occasional brush or rub down with a piece of cloth and keep them on shoe trees. Hi Simon, I wear a 7.5 on my C&J Cavendish tassel loafers and am thinking of getting the Alden 684 pennyloafer in color 8 you have. I have had some of my old shells recrafted by a local cobbler who did excellent work until he retired last month. The final stage of the factory process your shoes go through the hands of our quality checkers and the finish is applied to the leather or suede to finish the shoe and ensure it looks its absolute best. they are easy to take care of and Alden refurbishment is well worth it. One thing thats certainly true, is that cordovan can be particularly uncomfortable if the shoe is too tight. Its something I will look at correcting at some point, perhaps by stretching them a little. Jack. 1. Simon, I have approx. Fit is great, love the colour obviously, and the last isnt as round as I thought it might be. $22.00 sold out. Maybe stick to wearing the Alden with slightly thick socks and hope the toebox moulds to my feet? When wearing premium leather from the world-famous Horween leather company in Chicago, USA, you go on a journey. Crockett & Jones has several boot models and perhaps even a shoe or two available in cordovan. 1. Certainly, very comfortable and quite capable of surviving a downpour or two, although I still have my old habit of stuffing with newspaper if they are very wet(military habits die hard). And they feel lovely for most of the day. Longwing by Enzo Bonaf. Their lasts are generally pretty wide and accommodating. Would you agree with f.e. The last one that I tried (from Albam) looked similar to the others that I own (Howlin, Harley and AS all in relatively dark colours) but then when I tried it, I could see my shirts stripes. Works like a charm and that is all they need as regards shoe care products. I guess my point is: I am happy to pay for calf or suede EG principally because the leathers they use are at the absolute top of the industry (as is their make for GYW shoes) and there is an -in my experience- noticeable difference in how the leather wears from day one and especially how it ages. I am not sure if there is much variance in the quality of cordovan offered by Horween (as there is, for instance, with European tanneries). Shell Cordovan is equine leather made from the fibrous, flat connective tissue found in the rump area of the horse. And I do like tassels, which is largely personal. Due to the natural finishing processes used to create Lactae Hevea soles, there may sometimes be slight imperfections and colour differences from sole to sole. And when its grey denim, black shoes actually look best. $425.00 sold out. My feet get very hot, and Ive noticed a small difference in my boots, but certainly nothing in my loafers. I dont have any from Crocketts, but did have a pair from Edward Green (mentioned above). It doesnt sound like you need much help from me Chris. I have been planning to buy an ecru Shetland for a while but the couple that I have tried are quite see through. BOOTS IN SHELL CORDOVAN DARK ARMAGNAC 1000$ Free shipping Size UK: add to bag 4 interest-free payments of $250.00. For reference, I already have Belgravias in dark oak, black calf, dark brown suede and snuff suede. Dark Cognac Shell Cordovan. Both were in a burgundy. Worldwide shipping included on all footwear orders. To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies. Colour Horween Dark Cognac Shell Cordovan Add to Cart $741.00 Description Horween Shell Cordovan upper Derby construction with French binding Traditional oak bark counter & stiffener Footbed cork filled by hand Sustainable Lactae Hevea sole Clicker's Notes - Material Made To Order - Delivery Times Tax Free Shopping - Non European Orders Shoe Care You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. It is an extremely durable, naturally water-resistant leather with a glossy, mirror-like finish. 2. The reason is that while the waterproof nature might be the big attraction for you, it isnt for everyone or hasnt been the reason theyve been worn in the past. I had one pair of Alden loafers in #8 years ago when I lived in the States. (15% off), Sale Price 94.55 The Hand Stitch Collection is finished with Lactae Hevea soles. In terms of smartness, versatility, style? . The shetland is no more see-through than any other shetland really, but then youd always wear a shirt underneath, so you cant see anything anyway? Ive walked around Canada, the US, the UK (even some hills in the Lake District), France and Switzerland in these shoes. Couldnt find anywhere in Uk. A low profile silhouette, hand-finished construction, and world-class materials have been specifically tailored and tweaked, further elevating the Crown Northampton Sneaker range to the highest levels possible. Many thanks again in advance for your clarification. Each shell is oval in shape and made from a specific part of a horsehide. thanks and any advice would be highly appreciated! Perhaps that loafers look different on different bodytypes. I like the style generally (sort of a dressed-up Doc Martin for the urban professional), and I assume you wear them with denim, which is a nice look (although I think the images above are actually from an article you did on similar Kaan shoes, correct?). It seems both are in fact lower maintenance than calf leather. I actually went up a half size on the jumper boots, but that was because I knew Id wear them with really thick socks in winter. (12% off), Sale Price 79.88 That is a great loafer and a versatile colour. No worries at all all comments are always welcome, on any vaguely related post. Alden is certainly better, from what Ive seen, but its hard to put a number on how much. And its a shade I prefer - you can see the difference in my Vass pair above. Dear Simon, Given your helpful thoughts; Ill go w/ the Cordovan. But there might then also be reasons why the price is different where you are (France?) I have the same question as the guy above:-) Just so that I understand you correctly Simon: the Alden loafers you are wearing are a size 9 US/D width? They simpy cost too much to take the chance, in my view. PS.Thanks for the lovely article. I see, thanks, Simon. The loafers shown above - my Alden full-straps on the Aberdeen last - look almost black in this light. Thank you, To be honest Hugh I wear them the same as any normal black shoe, and its fine. This was not easy, and required a trip to the Madison Avenue store in New York. Then there is the leather sole. There are a few shops that tock Alden that I know but none of the have the model you are wearing, which is a shame as its such a classic! and Im now interested in buying a pair of casual/dress boots. 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