I havent yet added any cordovan footwear to my collection yet, so I found this article intriguing. Clutch Cafe could probably order them for you. Yes thats right. Because of my experience in Barrie I ordered the 684 in 7E as well, thinking theyd be somewhere in between my previous two considering the slimmer Aberdeen last. Continually pushing the boundaries of high-quality, casual-led footwear; Crown Northampton confidently produces what is now the ultimate handmade in England Dress Sneaker collection. Kind of difficult to find a store and compare by myself in my area. All styles from the Hand Stitch Collection are available with a choice of natural gum, white or black soles, and inline with sustainability characteristics, they are fully resoleable at a later date if required. Hi Simon, quick question, are your full strap loafers on the Aberdeen the same size as your jumper boots on the Barrie last? Interesting article Simon. Click on an image to enlarge. This was a perfect primer for the unique characteristics of Cordovan. Rubbing it vigorously has a similar effect, and produces more of a shine. Vintage brown, darker than ravello but lighter than cigar. $ 123.99 USD. No they don't. Yes! Please. $ 550.00. I cannot remember polishing them for the last 5 years or so of their life- just a quick rub down. A great all rounder that offers plenty of choices. I tried to capture in the pictures that the toe looks a little fuller on the dark cognac pair, but it's also quite similar to the cognac calf pair (which is 10D). Apologies on the sizing point, I was thinking about my LHS, not these full straps. Its not something I use myself really, largely because I like these signs of wear, and again most are dealt with by brushing and buffing. Hi simon are you saying that c8 is thr most versatile color given it can do both brown and black looks? - 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. What strap did you pair with the Merci watch? Thank you. CHURCH do a first class resole service. Normally I would go 0.5 size up on oxford and derby last in EG. Im also a newcomer to shell cordovan, but I am hooked. Simon, I have approx. Nick Horween has said that most horse hides he gets are from Canada where horses are eaten, so the skins are by products. If my shoe size is UK 8.5 and most of my trousers leg openings are 18.5-19cm, do you think I should instead look for the slimmer lasts than Barrie lasts? 1. Goodyear Welted using our ultraflex System on the comfortable ROD last using vegetable tanned leather insoles & full grain vegetable tanned calf leather lining from the French Tanneries Du Puy. Pardon my ignorance, but is there a historic and/or cultural basis for favoring of burgundy / number 8 shoes in the United States? Problem is, too, that most people cant wait 12 years for the fit to be right! Please do not wear black shoes with jeans. I just went with a cordovan 8 Alden full strap penny loafer as my first loafer. Would you suggest not relying too much on the measurements like you advise with tailoring? I have had some of my old shells recrafted by a local cobbler who did excellent work until he retired last month. There are lots more things we could say about cordovan: other tanneries, whether the extra expense is worth it, the particular costs of buying Alden in Europe at the moment. Indeed, traditionally it was considered a formal leather, to wear with tailoring rather than denim. Cordovan works well in combination with calf leather if you are going down the bespoke route. Both fir similarly, though, being quite roomy! Ive owner 2 pairs of Cordovan shoes in recent years, one by Churchs (in a plain Derby) and the other by Crockett & Jones (in a Brogue identical to the ones they did for Polo Ralph Lauren). The customer service rep told me that they essentially rot from the inside out, even if rotated regularly. If you want a low-vamp tassel, Id look to the Alden one first. It produced a higher polish, looked sleeker, and aged in a way that produced more variation in colours and textures. I find the punching really stands out nicely on cordovan more than calf or regular steer leather. Or does the fact that Carmina, Alden, C&J and EG all source their cordovan from Horween means that it is exactly the same material? Youll see ad results based on factors like relevancy, and the amount sellers pay per click. I rarely wear them with a suit they are not especially sleek or fashionable. Fitted with our robust studded rubber sole. Hi Simon, You may well have to take a full size up in that, as opposed to a half size in other US loafers. I was a bit disapointed by the colour of the burgundy Aldens that I received recently. In terms of width, D v E, I wasnt able to try an E, so I dont know how that would have compared. Though, with all the fats in the leather I have never found it necessary to administer shoe cream or polish. Sole: High Quality Leather, Sanded and Buffed See upgradable sole options. do you think the full strap in calf is easier to wear in and adapts faster? On very large or very tall men, there might be issues. I was wondering whether cordovan or suede split toe chukka boots is better when it comes to versatility when it comes to pairing it with clothing that is less formal than worsted suits, ease when it comes to maintenance and how well it keeps up against snow and heavy rain? These boots are not finished with any acrylic finish or coating, they're exclusively finished with natural creams & waxes to represent the leather in its pure state accepting all its beautiful properties. Or should I worry about getting Cordovan Loafers later? All edges have been waxed and polished. Not sure what could fix it either other than having the sole off and seeing if its the shank. Additional Details. For me it was Wolverine 1000 Mile boots.Others undoubtedly picked up Allen Edmonds Park Avenues.Whatever yours was, it probably wasn't made from shell cordovan leather. Of course, there is also the much broader point that killing animals to use their meat or skin doesnt mean you dont respect them. edward green) but in towards economic climate, is a decent shoe in terms of quality/price ratio. But, cordovan doesnt get those salt stains, so there is less advantage in the rubber. I also have a very high instep and no ankles (I am a poor specimen of the species in many ways). Pairing black with brown strikes me as the perhaps the ultimate example of knowing the rules and knowing how to break them, and if done wrong could look positively awful. Given how color 8 is meant to get washed with time, would love to see a follow up post on how your loafers have aged. Made in USA. Consistently earned 5-star reviews, shipped orders on time, and replied quickly to messages, Looks like you already have an account! However, I always wear shoes which pinch my toes as my outfit would look proportionally odd if I wore anything that fits my feet well; it would look like I am wearing chunky trainers. My C&Js are already quite snug fit and are all made of calf skin. Choose. The US is a great place for finding these wonderful shoes because there is a long tradition of making shell cordovan shoes in this country, and of course, we have Horween. Is this correct? I really enjoy the profile of your low-vamp Alden penny loafer, cordovan or not. All straps taper to a 16mm buckle except 22mm which tapers to 18mm. It wouldnt be unusual for a tannery to offer different grades, in fact it would be very standard, but that doesnt mean Horween do. Turning off personalized advertising opts you out of these sales. Learn more in our Privacy Policy., Help Center, and Cookies & Similar Technologies Policy. This was not easy, and required a trip to the Madison Avenue store in New York. In order to give you the best experience, we use cookies and similar technologies for performance, analytics, personalization, advertising, and to help our site function. Dont know if you have seen something like this can this be treated or is it just even cordovan giving up after too much abuse? However, just because a shoe works with lots of looks, it doesnt mean youre not losing something, and it is a little unusual as a colour so I can imagine not everyone will like it. (10% off), Sale Price USD 152.00 Thanks! I can wear these in the smartest of corporate/legal office environments in Manhattan and they are often the most appropriate and nicest looking shoes in the building. Heel: Leather Base and Half Inch Airborne Rubber Heel. Hard to tell from the image, but yes I would have thought there would be more black/purple in there. But the point is not just putting fat/oil on. We are sorry, there are no products in this collection. Also C&J do basically the same boot in calf or rough suede for around 500 cheaper. USD 87.00, USD 145.00 One of the biggest such sites in the world, it receives up to 500,000 page views a month. Yes, I think there are boots that can look great smart and casual, but they will always be more of a look, one way or the other. No I didnt have that issue with this Trunk one. Just got a pair though I am yet to try it on. Dark Cognac Cordovan. and here comes how people doing your job can leverage meaningful portion of business for certain sectorsin this case the clothing industry. 2. Its personal and cultural, like many of these things, but I associate the bit loafer strongly with cheap Gucci ones in the 80s, and all associated knock-offs. Black Chromexcel Brass Boot Restock Pedag Tongue Pads. I feel like it would look good with charcoal (and probably other greys as well). I find this to be true. As many Americans of my generation did (and still do) we wore tassel loafers with pin and chalk stripe suits in classic corporate settings. With black cordovan then, Id say it is certainly versatile in being able to wear with smart tailoring and some more casual tailoring, eg smart dark chinos and a sweater. Feel free to send me a DM if none of your local retailers will. Beautiful as well, but not as smart. Am I alone therefore in finding it curious to see its use in loafers and often offered with leather soles? Given they are similar to black calf in coloir. 8? Gunmetal, dark and metallic grey. In my experience they do stretch. I have just one question: do we know whether any of the colours in the C&J cordovan range are in fact color no. Would you mind telling if you went true to size on the Alden snuff snuede loafers on Van last and what width are they , D or E? Trumps protectionism was focused on imposing and raising tariffs. Crockett & Jones has several boot models and perhaps even a shoe or two available in cordovan. So not really an Oxford equivalent in that sense. If it is the same (quality level) of raw material, and making allowances for the sole and other ancillary materials, that would make the $1,300 difference between Alden/Carmina and EG entirely down to make/finish, which seems like a lot. In your article about your Belgravian loafer, you write, that these shoes are your favorite and most versatile shoes. I bought some cordovan (Horween) derby from Churchs some time ago thinking that they were going to get that kind of patina that Aldens colour 8 gets and, unfortunately, it never happened. Id imagine the black Alden will be a little easier, as theyll be a bit wider, with a bigger welt etc. Here in NYC, they are far more common than I have seen on trips to London. Any thought / insight would be much appreciated (and justified by the title of this article;). Brandy, Color 6, Calvados, Gunmetal, Ivywood, Saddle: These are colors that have been made in the past by Horween, but we won't be seeing anytime soon. Well, it depends a little on how they make, but far more on your size and height. But Ive not found it usually takes long to wear in - no longer, really, than the soles you get on a lot of English shoes. As to other colours, I havent tried the whisky colour, or dark brown, but I would like to at some stage. USD 69.70, USD 82.00 Appreciated your recommendation and I will go for a brown leather/box calf loafer. Shell cordovan is given a full vegetable tannage and is then retanned, a process that takes over 6 months, to create a leather that has an exceptionally soft and smooth feel, rich earth-tone colors, and a bright, glossy look. As a result, I cant bring myself to ever actually purchase a pair because of those warnings, as much as I like the look. When wearing premium leather from the world-famous Horween leather company in Chicago, USA, you go on a journey. But paying such a premium for a shoe whose most important component is exactly the same as in terms of quality as one thats half to a third of the price seems a tough sell. 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. We recommend checking our Lasts page for a more detailed description of each of the lasts we currently have in production. Unlined with some decorative stitching. It is an extremely durable, naturally water-resistant leatherwith a glossy, mirror-like finish. Usage frequency: As a retiree; I dont really get out too often. Any thoughts on the Alden Blutcher Plain Toe cordovan shoes? Absolutely agree Color 8 is very versatile and you can never truly find a calf to match that color (though I have tried). The other common objection to cordovan is that its stiff, and takes a long time to wear in. I wore them until the welt could not stand up to another repair. Try to keep the rest a little smart too eg a white oxford and navy or mid-grey crewneck. I do like the fact that its all eyelets and I like that in my boots. Can you apply normal cream (for calf leather)? Quite different to what they looked like when new, but even more beutiful. Many thanks, I think the jumper boot is smarter, and thats why I went for that rather than the Indy. Shell Cordovan is the jewel in the Horween Company's Crown and is seen by many as the very best leather in the world. I generally struggle with CJ loafers (only come in one width standard), as I have to go up in size to accomodate my wide forefoot, which leads to a shoe that is a bit too wide at heal. Hi Noel. Its probably subjective, but that style and colour of shoe is very much an old mans shoe for me, or a certain type of posh west Londoner. Both pairs were saddle loafers How would you compare no 8 to John Lobbs museum plum color? (20% off), Sale Price USD 112.00 You've already signed up for some newsletters, but you haven't confirmed your address. It makes Donald Trump look like a liberal free trader! I totally agree that, with most non-designer shoes, you get what you pay for. Ive purchased half a dozen pairs over the last year. Advice appreciated. What shoes should I wear with brown trousers? Dear Simon! Wheel Robe x Leather Healer 5-inch Cap Toe Boots Dark Cognac Horween Shell Cordovan - Worn once, like new condition Collaboration between: - Wheel Robe (Japan) - Leather Healer (Hong Kong) Special order - not available through Wheel Robe's RTW collection Original retail price: HK$8800 (~US$1134) Size: UK 8E / US 8.5-9 () I finally ordered the PS watch cap in red, and the rapid despatch and sweetly worded confirmation message already have me convinced it was a great decision to do so. 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). Due to the density of the fibers, Shell Cordovan, has no visible grain and will roll, rather than crease, with wear. If you dont own cordovan, or have been put off by it in the past, Id put forward two major arguments. boots better. Providing excellent support while retaining a snug heel control so that the foot remains in place avoiding any slippage or sliding-forward to within the boot. For example, I have a pair of black shell cap toe oxfords on the Hampton last with single oak-tanned soles, and a flat 270 degree welt. Want to know more? Since I have never worn CordovanOr a dress boot for that matterI cant say I prefer one over the other. Some of the technologies we use are necessary for critical functions like security and site integrity, account authentication, security and privacy preferences, internal site usage and maintenance data, and to make the site work correctly for browsing and transactions. Carmina uses JR Redenbach oak bark tanned soles, which are considered some of the finest, comparable to Bakers, and used in Edward Greens shoes. Shell cordovan is an equine leather which comes from a fibrous flat muscle beneath the rump of the horse (shell). Currently at 260, I feel like I cant really beat AEs quality at this price point. Shinki has been in business since 1951 and are one of the few remaining tanneries producing this special article. The loafers shown above - my Alden full-straps on the Aberdeen last - look almost black in this light. Great! Thanks Simon! All of my shoes are brown suede (no chukka boots, though), so I was thinking of the Alden Jumper cordovan boots you have here. 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