Have you seen this article on shoes with brown trousers? Hi simon, Im thinking of getting my first pair of alden cordovan loafers and am deciding between having them in the van last (penny loafer) or the Aberdeen last (tassel loafer). So, apply them in very thin layers using your fingertips, or a thin cloth. And its a shade I prefer - you can see the difference in my Vass pair above. I used to feel the same way about suede as you once did about cordovan. Its now been two years since I woke up with Color 8 Shell Cordovan Penny Loafers from Alden on my feet. Would love to see an article on types of shoe leathers (wallets, belts, etc.). Do you own any cordovan shoes Jesper? In my experience, Alden shell cordovan shoes can be rather smart (or not). I dont think Ive seen anybody doing it. 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? On very large or very tall men, there might be issues. Send them to a cobbler who know Church or Cordovan? Above all, each piece is different. I have a pair of Cordovan shoes from Crockett and Jones, and theyre well constructed, but a more snug fit than Aldens. Many shell cordovan consumers love the natural patina that develops from the migration of oils and UV fading that occurs over time. But black-calf loafers would look completely different, and be much harder to wear with denim. It gets compliments often. I have a pair of Carmina Cordovan Derbies (Detroit ) in black and they are my work wear shoes and increasingly with 501.s. Simon I just received a pair of Alden Cordovan chukkas, do you recommend shoe trees for storage? Indeed, some readers thought they were black, when they saw, The colour is particularly appealing too. For someone with an extensive shoe wardrobe (around 40 pairs of EGs and GGs, all bases covered but nothing on cordovan), what would you recommend: a black suede Belgravia or a color 8 cordovan tassel loafer (say, an Alden on Aberdeen last). 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? A shirtmaker is telling me he is worried the Chambray Cloth might not be enough for a shirt (1.1 x 2.5m). Because cordovan is shiny - it has a natural shine, and one that comes quickly back with buffing - it should be rather smart. A quality pair that fits you can last a lifetime, if cared for properly. But after five or six hours of being out and about in town, they start to hurt. Thank you kindly. But they look like a fairly smart pair of derbys, but one which will be pretty robust in that make and in the cordovan. But, Im not sure that Id pay $800+ for a new pair. Much appreciated. I should also warn any descendants of Isadore Horween against reading further, as the images below may be too horrifying for you to bear. Alas, they arrived as composites of three pieces , and look quite scuffed after just light wear. and Im now interested in buying a pair of casual/dress boots. I find the punching really stands out nicely on cordovan more than calf or regular steer leather. If anything, Id say that Carmina is more cleanly made. I also do like tassel loafers, but find them a bit hard to wear without appearing somewhat affected (they are a bit unusual and sadly often worn by a certain type of fashion-guy, at least were I am from). I wore them until the welt could not stand up to another repair. This is not intended to be a dressy shoe, so the brass eyelets fitted well. Michael, I wouldnt personally Michael. Sep 16, 2008. Please. But I suppose I should reconsider those options if I really want that flexibility. No, I find the same size works well on everything for me. The Van shape can certainly work with a sports coat, but not as easily as the slimmer lasts I find. Interested in how you wear the black cordovan tassel loafers. Hi Noel. The Aberdeen last wasnt available at the time. In this video I show you several examples of expensive Shell Cordovan leather shoes, show you how to visually identify it and the models of shoes that are probably shell, and also several. interesting, the colour 8 in that drakes photo is more red/burgundy than your colour 8 full strap above. Then begin with just a little bit of black polish, perhaps around the toe or heel. As Im looking for a low vamp tassel loafer, itd be lovely to hear your thoughts. Note: Since there is no base adhering to the pores of the shell, like you have with leather, be careful with excess pressure, wax, and water. Sure, though to be honest I dont think theres anything to how to wear them. After taking them off for the day, use a damp cloth for a quick wipedown. In the US, at least, and speaking solely about each companys cordovan offer, their pricing is very similar. Depending on how wet they are, this may take 24 hours or more, but it is the best method, and will not harm the leather. which affects the value point. Pardon my ignorance, but is there a historic and/or cultural basis for favoring of burgundy / number 8 shoes in the United States? Great article. I would also concur that the break-in period is about on par with non-cord shoes. Thank you. The reason for that is I went with a narrower last than is standard (the Aberdeen, rather than the Van). What about a suit lower down the formality scale, say a mid Grey flannel? Its just really hard for calfskin to compare to. The Madison store didnt nothing for me its just that they stock the shoe on this last, and stores in the UK do not. But perhaps because I carry on using cream now and again. Thank you. If it were you, what do you think you would have done? They also offer a greater range of widths than most makers. Ive been retired for a few years. they are easy to take care of and Alden refurbishment is well worth it. I have seen that, and it does look like a nice colour. For your first pair, you might want to go with a classic, versatile style. Of course, there is also the much broader point that killing animals to use their meat or skin doesnt mean you dont respect them. 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. 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Yes white marks can appear just from the natural oils in the leather, and its a danger with using cream. As you say, a very subtle charm. Thank you for a most interesting article. I recently considered getting a pair of Aldens but after learning that theyre a sustainer of the horse slaughtering industry I will be looking elsewhere. In both cases the material is just one factor. PS.Thanks for the lovely article. Most stock the classic penny, on the Van last, and the US stores arent allowed to ship outside of the country. Any thoughts? Both pairs were saddle loafers The Carmina styles often seem like a bit of a mismatch to me too smart a style (eg thin welt) for the leather. Cordovan is a thicker and more oiled leather than calf, and as a result ripples more than wrinkles. What shoes should I wear with brown trousers? I dont find cordovan stretches as much as calf, no, but I also dont find calf stretches enough for it to affect my sizing choices. Typically, a pair of shoes requires about one and a half shells. Heel pads I have found worthless so I am keen to try rogue pad to solve a heel sleep problem. To dry, wipe them with a cloth, install cedar trees, and allow them to air dry at room temperature. Shell cordovan, that most magical of leathers derived from a horses hindquarters, is also one that stands to benefit most from regular care. Theyd also be handy in warmer weather, with the PS overshirt in dark brown, white tee and navy BHL chinos for example (you can clearly see me trying to justify them). Id love a new highly versatile boot at around this formality that could last over a decade. Shoesofstefan at Instagram. Ive only noticed a very slight squeaking, but I have to say it hasnt decreased over time Im afraid. Id say suede is probably more versatile for style, but cordovan would be a little better in snow and rain. You could wear most things, the versatility point was more about colours and materials things might look best with. Allow to sit at least 10 minutes (my great grandfather insisted on overnight). Great read and nice pictures as always. So, thats not recommended. What do you think of cordovan shoes made by UK manufacturers like Crocketts? It takes a lot to beat up shell cordovan. Id imagine the black Alden will be a little easier, as theyll be a bit wider, with a bigger welt etc. Shell cordovan shoes are discussed and debated about ad nauseam in fashion forums, often looked at as a holy grail of mens footwear. Is cordovan not as smart as suede? Alden states that they use oak leather soles (likely meaning oak bark-tanned). It doesnt make much difference whether you brush shoes the same day or the next day. Am I alone therefore in finding it curious to see its use in loafers and often offered with leather soles? I have had some of my old shells recrafted by a local cobbler who did excellent work until he retired last month. This process leaves the material with a very high . so from the above what did the Madison Avenue store did for you? And I prefer the Alden shade of the colour 8 cordovan too. Is this your recommended maintenance for all shoes, or should calf leather sit in trees overnight before shining? Err on the side of too-little, rather than too-much. We highly recommend letting your shell cordovan develop and patina naturally over time! I have two Alden Barrie cordovans one 6.5EE, and another in 7E. Normally I wear 8.5 E in all EG lasts. Never been big on even smart chukkas or chelseas either unfortunately, especially because the Canadian west coast is a relentless sea of Blundstones. That's the leather's fat getting expressed through the surface. As there is no chance to try on any of these shoes in calf, I thought I ask here Thanks in advance! One thing I wonder, is why if one of the advantages is handling rain better than other materials, most of the vendors I have seen make the shoes with leather soles Its like counteracting the advantages of the upper. I also have Kirby Allisons cordovan care kit (complete with deer bone) which comes in handy to smooth the ripples a bit. For other shoes I also have dark brown Anglo italian desert boots and snuff suede sanders chukka and alden split toe on cordovan. Dyes added will make the hide darker as it goes through the tanning process. When you login first time using a Social Login button, we collect your account public profile information shared by Social Login provider, based on your privacy settings. Perhaps better if the toe cap was unbrogued or just a plain toe, or if the edges were dressed a little darker? blue shirt, khaki chinos, cordovan loafers I have a pair of colour 8 Cordovan brogues from Crockett and Jones which are one of my favourite shoes. The production of Horween's Genuine Shell . And when its grey denim, black shoes actually look best. Hey Simon, I know you mentioned in this post, you prefer the slimmer lasts. Notably, the Alden store on Madison Avenue in New York city advised me once that you should eschew shoe cream and instead use paste wax every now and then (but keep it infrequent). Permanent Style is the UK authority on classic and luxury menswear. That occurs on my Alden cordovan monks, even though I dont use anything on them. Genuine Shell Cordovan is vegetable tanned, using a very traditional and labour intensive process that can be seen on the Horween website. Probably the NW1 in most respects. But if you have the means to get a pair for yourself (whether thats with an employee discount or not), Id say go for it. Reach out to Ealdwine in Raleigh NC USA. To make things more interesting I also recently got a size 7UK C&J suede Cavendish that actually fits comfortably. Cut the Fat: Wear shell enough and you'll start to notice white streaks forming around the creases. And perhaps somewhere that wasnt used to that colour. Thanks for your response. Its something I will look at correcting at some point, perhaps by stretching them a little. Are the Alden versions sufficiently versatile to wear with flannel, cords, and cavalry twill, maybe with an appropriate sports coat? Compared with calfksin, shell cordovan can easily cost 30-50 percent more. No, this was a slimmer prototype I was trying. Loafers in France are usually either elongated in the Italian style, or chunky (boxy ?) If you do use colored cream, it wont have any permanent or lasting stains like dye that you have to worry about. Your BB were by Alden and pretty sure all Alden Shell Cordovan has this acrylic finish, most others dont add that to their shell. 1. Thank you, Simon. Most leathers for shoes are by-products of the meat. And it can look great! thanks and any advice would be highly appreciated! Fair enough, thanks! Shell cordovan is a loved material by many, with its special characteristics and durability. It seems both are in fact lower maintenance than calf leather. Sam: Cheers! : Literally anyone. It looks longer on both tassel. Understood. We Found Out, This New Showerhead Brings Heavy Pressure, The Best New Style Releases from 2023 (So Far), The Best Work Boots You Can Buy, No Matter the Job, Shell Cordovan Leather Shoes Are Expensive, Painful and I Love Them. Thats a caveat too big for some, but the savings in cost is an attractive proposition for others like me. They have a similar effect to horse or boars hair brushes, but with more direct pressure, that helps with pushing against the dense tissue of shell cordovan. Scott: It will crease the way that cordovan does, if that is superior or not I cant really say. Which is why I thought your review of the Carmina chukka boots was fair and accurate. Im afraid I dont know any UK retailers of Aberdeen full strap loafers, either. You just brush or wipe it off. Thank you and much appreciate it! Trying to figure out, do I actually need a pair of cordovan shoes. No I didnt have that issue with this Trunk one. 3. Given your helpful thoughts; Ill go w/ the Cordovan. Please do let me know what are your thoughts on the last and style of this particular boot and how I intend to style it with the pair of jeans I own mentioned here. Personally not the biggest fan of cordovan, though for a different reason (total ok with roll vs crease). Not necessarily size up from my normal size, but if I was unsure at all, or felt I was between sizes, then picking the larger one. Priceless. I find it hard to describe as you can tell. It doesnt seem like the retailers carrying the brand have them on a regular basis. after Elliots brother found him in the river! But I prefer the styles from Alden. Two weeks ago I bought the same cordovan boots as you did at Gabucci store. I never understood what the bone should do, either. Obviously thats niche interest (perhaps just me) but it could be an opportunity to flex some skills with a different set of constraints. It too is casual, and in a smart office I wouldnt wear it with a smart suit. I highly recommend the Alden restoration service. Just got a pair though I am yet to try it on. I think it depends what you want out of the denim shirt. Hi Simon ! Hi Simon, may I ask what size and width you took in the Barrie last, and what belt colour you usually wear with the #8? Im unsure if I should size up have a size or go with a 7.5. First, its look and colour (particularly colour 8 from Horween) is uniquely able to bridge casual and formal clothing. Not a good reason for poor quality but perhaps enabling factors. Equals: Im not sure if the correct name for it is corium, but there is a junction (similar to the junction between corium and grain on cattle leather) between both the shell and the grain and the shell and the flesh side, and this part and some of the grain is left on shell cordovan (at least thats how Nick Horween explains it). The Stitchdown Premium Discord live-chat is waiting for you. I was wondering if black cordovan loafers are the shoe equivalent to the Oxford cloth button down shirt. In terms of patina, the range of tones goes from a deep burgundy to mahogany that I find really appealing. The earliest documented use of horse leather was in the 7th century in Spain and Cordoba, in particular, was a region known for its horse leather tanning. I have a bit of a conundrum. Your first pair of nice shoes was probably a Goodyear-welted dress shoe or boot. If were talking about just cordovan in Color 8 colour, then: 1) To an extent, though I think the brown has to be pretty dark Id find it far too scratchy against the skin with anything less underneath anyway. We prefer to apply this with a finger as it gives more control of where the polish goes. Ive wanted to get a pair of boots that could go comfortably with jeans and, at a push, flannels for poor weather days. Dark brown ,snuff suede or cordovan? Could you be more specific Kyle? Not really Im afraid. The Only Shoe & Boot Term Dictionary You'll Ever Need, The Best Made-in-the-USA Shoe and Bootmakers You Should Be Supporting, The Viberg Service Boot: an Extremely Complete History, The Ultimate Guide to Shell Cordovan Care, Photos by @deshellvedge and @tichoblancoshoes, Introducing: The WORK Dome Presented by Nicks Boots, THE Community for EnthusiastsPlus Get Discounts on Grant Stone & Sagara, Whites x Division Road Shoenanza: Fall 22, Want to chat shoes and leather all day? As many Americans of my generation did (and still do) we wore tassel loafers with pin and chalk stripe suits in classic corporate settings. Any thoughts on the Alden Blutcher Plain Toe cordovan shoes? Thank you Simon, I would be interested to look into that too. Who should buy Crockett & Jones. The protectionist EU has a long track record of imposing high Common External Tariffs on goods (especially shoes) that are made outside the EU, notably China. Personally I dont like bit loafers though. Hi Simon, The original Horween shade underneath is still a fascinating color. Loafers seem popular, but I see markers also offering boots which given your comments seem heavy and perhaps less comfortable. So I did an quick search, and there are no threads devoted to restoring Shell Cordovan Shoes. Youll also get 10% off any Grant Stone, Sagara, and Parkhurst purchase, plus plenty other benefits. How do I repair old, beaten, weathered shell cordovan? Would you consider adding any cordovan accessories? It now slightly resembles suede rather than a leather finish. I tried them on today in size 8 but had a little heel slippage. While other leathers may over-stretch with time, shell cordovan keeps its shape much better, resulting in a better long-term fit. Theyre a prototype so not currently available Im afraid. Very nice people though ! Whats good to know is that the cordovan that is delivered from Horween with its natural surface, is very sensitive to water, and easily gets stained and bad looking. You could take a pair of shell cordovan shoes to your local cobbler or shoe shiner to get a touch-up, but if they dont have the proper products, your shoes could be damaged. When Trump retaliated against the high Common External Tariffs (e.g. NW1) and knitwear though. Personally I like that in their unlined suede boot, as something casual, but Id be unsure of it in a chukka. But I doubt Id want these any wider. I see youve mentioned they werent perfectly comfortable from the beginning. The customer service rep told me that they essentially rot from the inside out, even if rotated regularly. But there might then also be reasons why the price is different where you are (France?) Cordovan is, generally, easier to look after than calf. It is chunkier. So, for example, there are shoes that can only be purchased from Shoemart or Leffot or their Madison Avenue store, etc. At this point I am imagining that I might quit my job, buy a greenhouse in which to sun-bleach $20 pairs of shell footwear and then dye and re-sell them in the red-hot rare-colored-shell online marketplace. Which makes it a bit confusing that unlined cordovan loafers is quite common, a model that also some of its buyers cant wear during warmer days at all. Correct me if Im wrong, but havent I seen you wear suede shoes with pretty smart suits? Would you wear these with a black belt (or just stick to going beltless)? 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