Dressing Better Vol 2.0

[sneaksoy]

Hit an unexpected comeup at Burlington today - found these Wolverine 1000 Mile boots, only pair there and in my boot size (12).

My style is still pretty sneakerhead-centric but I figured for the price, I’ll find some occasions to incorporate these into nicer ‘dressing better’ fits.

 

[los2187]

^^^Nice find. Throw some leather conditioner on the outsole/sole edge.

 

[sarteaga0408]

Great pick up on the boots!

 

[anomolie]

Wrong thread

 

[hipstermike]

Anyone here mess with hats a lot?

I'm usually just a cap guy or at most a bucket hat once but I've been wanting a proper hat and went with an Akubra from a friends recommendation:

https://cdn.australiangear.com/media/catalog/product/cache/5/image/1000x/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/i/m/img_3518.1517272377.jpg

Ended up ordering a Banjo Paterson in Heritage Fawn, will post thoughts when it comes in

 

[crownedhead]

I recently copped this goorin hat.

https://www.goorin.com/products/roscoe-wide-brim-wool-felt-fedora?variant=13931503779892

Like it a lot.

 

[hhhornet15]

for those who wore j.crew & polo and transition to other clothing brands, what were they?

i haven't really brought clothes in a few year and need some new gear

A lot of my money has been going to ALD lately.

 

[tomdiginson]

A lot of my money has been going to ALD lately.

ALD ?

 

[gregory house]

I think ALD = Aime Leon Dore

 

[hhhornet15]

Need Supply has a few pairs of FBTs for 30% off rn on their website.

 

[hhhornet15]

Speaking of ALD...

 

[ronaldo nazario]

Looking to get rid of some black AE Park Avenue, size 10.5 (lightly worn). If anyone wants them let me know.

 

[NCtwin]

Damn I wish I had some extra cash. That's my size.

 

[ninjatoes]

my AE shoes have been killing my knees as of late. gonna have to start wearing sneakers to the office and changing into dress shoes when i’m there. gotta admit that i’m not looking forward to the suit + sneakers combo

 

[QU!K]

my AE shoes have been killing my knees as of late. gonna have to start wearing sneakers to the office and changing into dress shoes when i’m there. gotta admit that i’m not looking forward to the suit + sneakers combo

What about cole haans or new balance shoes?

 

[typerpinoy]

my AE shoes have been killing my knees as of late. gonna have to start wearing sneakers to the office and changing into dress shoes when i’m there. gotta admit that i’m not looking forward to the suit + sneakers combo

Get a decent insole

 

[ronaldo nazario]

Damn I wish I had some extra cash. That's my size.

PM'ed you.

 

[chucktwnsfinest]

my AE shoes have been killing my knees as of late. gonna have to start wearing sneakers to the office and changing into dress shoes when i’m there. gotta admit that i’m not looking forward to the suit + sneakers combo

I never drive in my shoes, slides or beaters until I get to the office. Can confirm worth the hassle, dress shoes aren’t made for asphalt or gravel lots

 

[chucktwnsfinest]

I’m a 11.5 what about me?

 

[Betonblck]

my AE shoes have been killing my knees as of late. gonna have to start wearing sneakers to the office and changing into dress shoes when i’m there. gotta admit that i’m not looking forward to the suit + sneakers combo

I used to have the same problem when I worked in the inner city. Wear sneakers to walk to the office in and then change to your shoes in the office. Your toes, knees, and shoe soles will thank you.

Another option is to get a pair of big bulky comfortable cheap square/huge round toe shoes to wear for heavy duty walking.

 

[jape]

^maybe try and get some orthopedic insoles

How far are y’all walking? I couldn’t imagine my shoes hurting me that much.

 

[ballinsam23]

NR came out with a dark brown suede chelsea that I’m seriously contemplating.

 

[ninjatoes]

QU!K been considering that as well. though i'm not a huge fan of how cole naan's look, tbh

typerpinoy do you know of any good ones worth checking out? i've tried using a gel heel insert, but it only helps but so much.

chucktwnsfinest word. i'm lucky that my office has a carpeted floor since that provides some relief. leather soles don't seem to hold up all too well to asphalt; not enough shock absorption

B Betonblck haha, i think i'm good on the bulky dress shoes. i'm glad that it hasn't spread beyond my knees, even though that's still fair uncomfortable.

jape in total i'd say i walk a little over a mile commuting (+ going up and down steps since i take the subway to work), add in lunch breaks outside and post-work shenanigans and it's closer to two a day or so?

thanks for the input fellas, i appreciate the guidance.

 

[cels the younggod]

Anyone can recommend a nice pair of combat boots??

I saw a nice pair from SLP that got me wanting them now but not trying to spend that much would rather be in the 250-350 range. I was going to check out the meermin store in NYC tomorrow, not sure if it’s worth it

 

[Nawzlew]

Hit an unexpected comeup at Burlington today - found these Wolverine 1000 Mile boots, only pair there and in my boot size (12).

My style is still pretty sneakerhead-centric but I figured for the price, I’ll find some occasions to incorporate these into nicer ‘dressing better’ fits.

that's a ******* steal

nice!