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Mmfad
•Created by Ian Moody on 11/23/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Would this be too “formal” ?
You could also check out Alden, Grant Stone, Rancourt & Meermin... they have more rounded toes
I would also avoid box calf... it's usually the go-to leather for a formal or dressy look
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 11/23/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Too loose or decent?
haha I'm fine with that, they definitely taper
was more worried I sized too high
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 11/23/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Too loose or decent?
Thanks, I think I’ve just gotten accustomed to wearing slim fit pants that squeeze my legs. This just feels a lot looser which is what I was conscious about.
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Mmfad
•Created by Ian Moody on 11/23/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Would this be too “formal” ?
To me, the loafers look too dressy with the rest of the outfit
I believe Carmina's trademark pointed toebox & the box calf are what make them too dressy
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 6/10/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Anyone know what this type of fabric pattern is called?
Sry should’ve been more specific. I mean is there a more specific way to refer to this style of patchwork?
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Mmfad
•Created by attemptedchemistry on 2/7/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Any tips on how I can be more Italian and less Ivy?
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Mmfad
•Created by attemptedchemistry on 2/7/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Any tips on how I can be more Italian and less Ivy?
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Mmfad
•Created by attemptedchemistry on 2/7/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Any tips on how I can be more Italian and less Ivy?
think they meant Alden being closer to Ivy
you could check out Carmina (they're Spanish actually), but have some really nice footwear with a slim dressy sillhouette
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Mmfad
•Created by attemptedchemistry on 2/7/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Any tips on how I can be more Italian and less Ivy?
check out yoox... they have a lot of Italian fashion brands that are less known here in the US and at discounted prices
in general, I've gotten stuff from there that's got those slimmer Italian styles you're probably looking for
just a warning though, it can be frustrating sometimes as items will have unclear sizing info (especially pants)... so do some research online and be willing to have to return (they charge a ~$6 fee). personally, I haven't had to return anything and am very happy with what I've gotten there so far
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Mmfad
•Created by M on 2/6/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Cleaning an old stained leather jacket??
Just remember to keep the jacket in open air so the oil can seep in and the jacket’s surface isn’t saturated. Don’t just chuck it in the closet where it may stay damp and the oil may turn rancid.
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Mmfad
•Created by jfarrell468 on 2/5/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Rancourt Spring 2024 sale
gotcha... I'd cop those in a heartbeat then
for winter boots, they make a great looking pair
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Mmfad
•Created by jfarrell468 on 2/5/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Rancourt Spring 2024 sale
Anyone know if they eventually do anything like this for their winter boots?
https://www.rancourtandcompany.com/collections/boots?pf_t_style=winter-boots
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 2/2/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Business Casual Boots
gotcha, nice analogy!
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 2/2/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Business Casual Boots
cool, personally I find the toe box too bulbous looking. side profile is nice though
glad you and your work colleagues are enjoying 'em lol
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 2/2/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Business Casual Boots
any experience with #8 irl? it seems an intense deep red in product shots, but wondering how it looks under regular lighting
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 2/2/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Business Casual Boots
nice, was gonna be around that area this weekend anyway
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 2/2/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Business Casual Boots
Was thinking of a dark brown/reddish pair
And I'm in NYC, so we do get some rain every now and then. But seems like GS have a lot of rubber sole options now.
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 2/2/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Business Casual Boots
thanks... tbh the lace up style appeals more to me. I think the Edwards look pretty good
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 2/2/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Business Casual Boots
didn't realize the GS lasts have issues... I'm fairly new to looking at boots, but see them mentioned everywhere on youtube
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Mmfad
•Created by mental_messiah on 2/2/2024 in #questions-and-advice
Business Casual Boots
thanks for the advice on the Chelseas, I get your point and yeah, I may have some heel slippage
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