Carmina shoes are more comfortable, stable, flexible, durable, and stylish than the Meermin shoes. When I was measured at Alden Madison and an AE store, both actually said I should lean toward 10D TTS, due to my flat feet and low instep, which led to many bad purchases. The two lasts I mentioned are super comfortable straight out of the box, and I can wear them all day without the slightest discomfort. I shall have to give bespoke shoes a try some day. Rancourt 113 loafer: men's size 6D is pretty good Meermin Hiro derby: men's UK 4.5 wearable but the heel is . Alden Aberdeen: 9.5E fits me really well with medium socks. I purchased a pair of chocolate brown suede chukkas from AFPOS a number of years ago, and the suede is a beautiful colour and has maintained its nap really well. Ive been a big fan of Crockett & Jones, Carmina and Edward Green. Leo 9E/9.5D: Bad fit. The only issue is that the classic range is very stiff, and hard to break in. These are two of the best known shoe brands internationally, with Crocketts a British mainstay and Carmina (above) coming to prominence in the past 10 years. Cheaper shoes will often have small mistakes, such as little splits in the sole or heel stack. Does that refer to leather- or rubber ones? If I have fit issues, it is usually due to rubbing on superolateral aspect of the right 5th toe. The same is true for the tailors and the small number of shops I use for RTW clothing. Also worth noting, is that Ive never written about this on Shoegazing, it just came up in the discussion with Simon when we talked about differences. Yes they do take a while to break in, but once they were, they ended up being just as comfortable as all my other GYW shoes. My C&J 337 is a bit loose in 10UK but too tight in 9.5UK; my Carmina Simpson Oxford is comfortably snug in 10UK (which is how I like my shoes to fit.) Any sock works but medium thickness (Darn Tough light cushion) is ideal. Oscar - 8 UK Carmina - Rain - 7.5 UK J. Fitzpatrick - TMG - 7.5 UK Meermin - Rui - 7.5 . Easily the best of the budget shoes and whilst they dont match Crockett and Jones, they are not a million miles away. Many thanks Simon as usual for the very informative article. Shoe makes are easier than almost anything to compare in this respect, because you get something more at each level. Still fine for the price point, as this piece suggests, but the quality control is miserable. He also claims that Barker use corrected grain leather on some of their shoes I asked them and the is not true. Grant Stone Leo 9D: Solid fit. Spain level 2: Berwick, Sendra and Meermin. , yet they settle for shoes at a, relatively speaking, much lower level. In India there is Bridlen (below), which makes a very solid, classic-looking shoe. I just read on an Spanish forum that Meermin and Carmina used to buy together batches of leather from the same place. Thursday Vanguard 9.5D: Toe box is a bit tapered for my liking, but overall fit is so-so. Cork-Injected Midsoles (Extra Comfortable). Perhaps if I lived in Spain I would got to a Carmina store to gauge their quality and service. Yes, you certainly do notice the differences, and they are both of the quality type (unlike a shirt) and the making type (more like hand sewing). Compared to the HOK 9 and 2030 9.5 this started with the loosest heel, which lead to a bit of slop, but broke in with some wear. And they are a Canadian brand not American. Is it really that costly to offer and stock a range of widths/sizes in order to ensure customers can find a comfortable shoe? Of course a 200 shoe is going to look and feel cheap. Id love to step up to Crocketts as Ive heard great things. All Enzos were tried as oxfords and have comfortable insteps with no gap, * **Fugashin Saigon unknown wholecut last** 8UK comfortable, good instep for oxford, * **Gaziano Girling DG70** 8.5EUK comfortable. The main difference is that cheaper brands use split suede, where the hides have been split into two layers (sometimes even three, but thats mainly used for even cheaper shoes), while more expensive brands use reverse calf suede (where you have the full hide, and the flesh side is sanded). Please support us by using them. Maybe even a philosophical one. Japan is the biggest market in Asia for dress shoe brands, but a lot of the cheaper shoes (below 200) are made elsewhere in Asia and just finished at home (similar to Italy). A lot of influencers will also swear that it is box calf, which goes a long way to show either their incompetence or lack of integrity. 3. Definitely wish Viberg made more boots on this last. Finally and most importantly, find a last that truly fits your feet. It depends what else you have of course, but a dark brown or slimmer overall look is more likely to be more useful,.and certainly better for suits. Im really tempted to name and praise (as opposed to name and shame! Altra Lone Peak 3.5: 12D, weirdly enough. CNES and Fugashin are both high quality shoes and I carefully compared them before deciding that Fugashin was the better and choosing it as my Shoemaker. I brought a pair of black Oxford brogues in a classic last for 109 that were from the previous season and a pair of Dark Leaf Calf Oxfords for 150 that had a negligible fault (even the staff had to look it up as it wasnt obvious). Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Carmina Men's Wing Tip Oxford. Buy Meermin shoes today because of how affordable they are. My most desired English brand is C&J. Here the belittling is by Jesper, but somehow feels like follow-through of the same swing. The Alden cordovan color of the shoe is achieved by a plastic pellicule which shaves rather quickly to reveal a light brown leather underneath. The last of their chukka didnt fit me, but the suede felt surprisingly good for the price. The subreddit about quality footwear. Also Berwick, Yanko and others. The soft cushioning of the insoles in Carmina shoes are some of the best in the industry today. Meermins have also been fine, especially for suede loafers. We start at the top end of that market, and then gradually work our way down. Do you know what thats down to? Meermin shoes come with rubber shoe soles that are hardworn and really sturdy. (And btw, do you know anything about the quality of this Kingsman line they sell on Mr. Both these shoes are true to size, but Carminas are however more fitting and properly sized than the Meermin shoes. "But at the same time, I do think you get better value now for a 200 shoe than you did 10 years ago, despite inflation, because theres so much more competition. Hard as rock! After that in the US you get down into much cheaper brands, like John Doe which are made in Mexico. Still being worn with same sock thickness as the other Parkhurst last. But their attempt to branch out has caused them to lose their focus. Its a smidge roomy, but I don't believe going an extra half down would have worked and I prefer boots to be worn with boot socks. Unfortunately almost all clothing has diminishing returns as you pay more, and thats certainly the case with shoes. However to their credit, Loakes customer service was excellent. Bought before I understood my size. **Notes about feet:** Left foot pretty much bang on 9D, right foot maybe 9.25D. I even got a pair of Lobb Chapels for 245 in 2009. Benzein Parang 42: Its a bit short, but wearable. I have not personally verified it since, but I believe that I am at the mid-to-upper end of 10.5 based on other fits. And sorry for the long post, whenever I come across such I wonder whether the guy is a bit insane, but then, passion, what? Would be an excellent fit with a wider toe box and lower instep. Is higher volume though. I guess they are really strong in the marketing department indeed. Exceptional quality and the best quality shoes I own. I think shoegazing is largely irrelevant since the information it provides can be gathered more reliably elsewhere. The main concern for me is finding a last shape that fits my high instep and once I find that last I stick with it. Does anyone know if English makers tend to have wider heels than their Spanish (or other continental counterparts). Indeed, stylistically they are even quite close. Please take a look. The vamp was tight but not painful, toes were fine. Also, as this pair is the kind of a pair of is, this hasn't been in the easiest environments. Loake is not anywhere near. So all in all a shoes that looks good, but not a feel good shoe. Meermin shoes are also very comfortable due to the relaxed feel of their Double Insoles System but they are not as comfortable as the Carmina shoes. Meermin Hiro 8.5E UK: Good fit overall, snug around the ball without being tight and toes are less cramped than I expected with how the last looks. Thats is some very useful information Jesper, thank you! Although, suede uppers would take a long time to wear out. And you could choose a more rounded last, if that was your preference. With Skolyx the price is cut down by making a basic shoe, but clean and consistent. I bought a pair of suede oxfords some months ago and I have found them to be fairly good for their cost. Interesting selection. I realise this may seem like a simple choice, and maybe thats exactly what youll say, but Im only 25 years old and money is definitely a consideration. * **Viberg 2030** 8 snug but not too tight, * **Viberg 2030** 8.5 a bit loose in the heel in CXL, comfortable when laced tightly all the way up, * **Winson OLD Edlyn** EU41 sized on advice of Emil via foot measurements, a touch short. Thin socks preferred due to somewhat narrow toe box. This goes for Allen Edmonds now as well, where they will routinely reach 700 if bought directly from the manufacturer shipped out to Canada. 1. I live in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam so I know these companies. Viberg 2040 8.5: No variable widths for this last. "The quality control isnt quite as good as the English as well.. The heel is the most notably roomier and the length actually seems to be the same. I guess I was just wondering whether some of those extra things were actually noticeable in terms of comfort, durability, etc, especially because a number of mid-range shoes now have some of the things you mentioned: closed channels, oak-bark soles (or if not, that is always something you can get on the resole), a wide range of leathers, etc. The Yanko felt very similar to the TLB if a bit softer overall (this makes sense as the founder of TLB used to be with Yanko). Finally, this last is fairly conservative, with less sleek lines than the C&J, Carmina, Weston, etc. Both of my pinky toes stick slightly out, sometimes I say I have splayed toes, but it's really just the pinky toe on each foot likes a bit of room. And do you know any retailer in continental Europe who sells Anthony Cleverley? Slightly low instep and volume. RM Williams Comfort Craftsman: 9.5G AUS - Great fit. No stretch sir. I am just wondering if there is anything else I am missing. Whites Barrie 8.5D: Felt too tight on the instep brand new. Yanko 915 3 eyelet derby 9.5UK: Probably more form fitting and snug than tlb or carmina (probably due to sizing down) but near perfect in shape. Thing is that, not referring to Berluti necessarily now, but we do see a number of very famous bespoke shoemakers, not least in England, who the past years have started to put out shoes that arent properly made and/or have a proper fit. More disclosure is called for before putting a disclaimer on others situation. They have done a small amount of RTW for a while, its just enlarged recently. Over the course of the day they tend to pinch my toes rather than stretching to accommodate my feet, as my C&J and Weston do. Certainly if I looked at them close up I could tell, and I could also tell if I was wearing them. RUI 9: Great fit as I recall from trying in a store over a year ago. In contrast, Ive always found EGs service excellent but my interactions (outside of lockdown) are entirely based on the Jermyn Street store and I cant say Ive asked for anything unusual. However, it shows. A lot of side to side play in the ankle. Morjas definitely makes decent shoes, even though I wouldnt recommend buying any pair with leather soles, as these are the worst soles Ive ever encountered. Take for instance Santoni, Prada or S. Ferragamo. Like the arbitrary claim that the soles on English soles wear out more quickly than European ones. Ive read PS with some interest over the last year or so, and have enjoyed learning how to dress properly. American brands seem to be better at this (Alden, AE). Common Projects Achilles and Bball: 43 are some of my best fitting shoes, especially the Bballs that have a little more toe room. Now fits comfortably after a substantial break in. The toe length isn't excessive either. Career and job listings in fashion, mens clothing, Reviews of Classifieds and classifieds sellers, No Man Walks Alone - Official Affiliate Thread (a.k.a. Low instep fits me perfectly. Chunky, comfortable, and with nice make but the suede itself is nothing special, certainly worse than Crownhill in the same price range. in fact my favourite leather is meermin museum calf, while meermin llama I dont really like, and I wouldnt touch their black box calf with a 10 pole. Its the same width as the 8.5E, but just a smidge longer and is perfect. As a simple example, in the UK the price of Consul, a black calf, toe-cap Oxford will increase from the current price of 495 to 720. I would also recommend Thomas George Collection (based in Melbourne) and Crownhill Shoes (Spain), two quality brands who sit at the same price range of Morjas/Velasca and they do great bang for the bucket GW Shoes. Their sole is often thinner compared to the English brands (eg CJ etc), which works fine during the warmer summer months. Its a comparable quality level, at a slightly lower price, and uses leather-board heel stiffeners. This is very useful, thank you. But in the same moment, I realised this was unfair. Really appreciate the advice. Thanks a lot Simon. Do you think a knowledgeable observer like yourself could tell the difference in leather quality when they are being worn on someone elses feet (can you spot the difference in leather quality between CJ and EG when someone else is wearing them and your eyes are 6 plus feet away)? Guessing I'd need 9.5D or 9EE. You know what youre getting. But its worth being sceptical about claims on quality. I got tired of my usual worn brands price development and wanted to see if it is possible to find decent shoes under 300 Euros, which in my eyes is in no way cheap. When I complained I was told The second pair is always better ! It is good with athletic socks. Put simply, if you pay 250 for a shoe you cannot get 500 quality. So on the making you get all closed channels, you get all leatherboard or even leather heel stiffeners, you get a rounded side on the heel on both inside and outside, a slightly bevelled waist etc. I have some upcoming which Ill be updating once arrived. I have to say that influencers, like Andreas Weinas, who keep plugging those kinds of brands using superlative language bear some of the responsibility for misleading people. I usually just buy shoes in the 500 range when they go on sale for 200-300, but in the 300 range I really like the Austrian manufacturer Handmacher; they make shoes on traditionally boxy Viennese lasts, and they use tiny wooden nails to connect the soles to the uppers. Carmina shoes are more fashionable and elegant than the Meermin shoes. Arch support was a bit painful the first wear but feels great after a few hours. I am surprised that you didnt cover Italian brands in more detail given their popularity. Im not the only one. Crockett & Jones, Churchs, John Lobb, Joseph Cheaney etc. Velasca is an Italian brand that has become popular (they opened on Chiltern Street recently) as has German brand Shoepassion (which makes in Spain). Worth asking. Barrie 9.5D: Bad fit. * **Thomas George Popes** 7.5UK quite snug, grips heel well but pinches the toes a bit. Crocketts and Carmina are in there largely for context, as mentioned. When changing the width of a shoe e.g. This I find quite interesting, since you certainly arent the only one. Many people have fallen in love with the Carminas because of how good-looking they are. Perhaps Alden, which usually has the option for lots of widths? Other than more subjective things like style, it's fair to say this is the most consistent difference between English and Spanish shoes. So far I remained unconvinced but then again I dont know any better. And nice finishing and detailing as you mentioned. Doc Martens or Loake 1880 for Chelsea boots ? I think Carmina sizing, at first, looks simple but if you read into it, there are lots of strange variations. Unlike tailoring where fashions and preferences can change over time, given your taste and understanding of fit also develops, shoes are mostly immune to change. This means the number of brands to cover increases, as they do at the bottom of most clothing categories, so towards the end we divide into regional sections instead. Oak Street Bootmakers Elston 9.5D: Only tried on, seemed like a good fit, but the boots went back for a return. He is, at the moment, offering something special forum readers. Guess it goes to show how individual it all is. Actually Im surprised Crownhill wasnt mentioned here, I thought they were quite popular. Or about 9.5D right foot and 9.4D left foot. Perhaps someone will find them useful: 1. Did you ever talk to them about what is the rationale behind this strategy? I just purchased them and they are in transit from Sweden. They both have a very knowledgeable blog dedicated to shoes. Fully bespoke shoes including trial pair start from about 550 depending on the exchange rate, and they offer ready to wear / MTO lines of various grades between 65 and 450. Worn sockless. Truman P-79 9D: Good fit, was snug the first day with boot socks and now comfortable with boot socks. Although it may be difficult to clearly see from the photos online, could I ask what you think of their the last/design of their chukka boots? Low arches but not flat. second chance thread), Carmina Green Shell Cordovan Frankenstitch Captoe Jumper Boot 10.5eee(uk) detroit last, RM Williams Comfort Craftsman or Carmina (Rain Last) Chelsea, *SOLD* Carmina Bourbon Shell Cordovan NST boot 8UK Forest last, Alden Color 4 Shell Cordovan Chukkas - Barrie last size 10 D, Alden x Leffot Saddle Shoe - Unglazed Cigar Shell Cordovan and Snuff Suede - 8D Barrie Last. Styleforum is supported in part by commission earning affiliate links sitewide. But Carmina say they dont use them even though Jesper was told they do. You can use these comfortable shoes to show up appropriately for most events, in the most positive ways possible. They also have thin rubber soles throughout, which some people like more, but is cheaper as well.. GC RTW are made by C&J so they are likely to be quite similar. No worries at all, its much appreciated. I do know and enjoy your blog, lots of useful information! If you will be ordering from the Trickers website, I suggest going over the fine print. Kenton 10D: Great roomy fit for boots with thick/medium socks; good snug fit for LWB with thin socks/sockless. Still a well-made shoe, but too much spent on marketing and retail. Thank you for this listing Simon. I used DT cushioned boot socks at the time. For the brands mentioned in this article, everyone uses split suedes, except Carmina and TLB Mallorca (C&J mainly have splits for Benchgrade, while they use reverse calf for Handgrade). One think really dont understand is why GC dilute their brand with the C&J RTW line instead of focusing on the Anthony Cleverley line which I hardly see being sold anywhere. Morjas, and the other Swedish brands Myrqvist and Skolyx, all use leather board heel stiffeners. Simon, I doubt even your wealthier readers walk around every day in 500 plus shoes. And it seems like, that level of service pervades the company. Meermin shoes are classy shoes that are just so unbelievably functional and cost-effective for the price that they come for. As someone who has purchased a few of these brands, I found this article to be very interesting and accurate. I agree they provide an excellent service and are great ambassadors for the brand, which is why I think it is clever of them as a company not to be involved in the complexity of rents, leases, employees etc. Bought before I understood my size. Will never purchase from that brand again. TLB also has a new line called Artista*, which is a higher level of quality than any in this article. Our featured affiliate vendor of the week is a brand new affiliate vendor, the artisan Bespoke Shoemaker Szuba. With Meermins, you get a refined-classy style that is set to rule the modern scene. Check Availability Meermin Wingtips Review This includes Loake 1880, Carlos Santos, Morjas, Myrqvist, Skolyx, Grenson, Carmina and TLB Artista and Id like to share some of my experiences. Slightly low arches. Closed lacing a few mm shy of coming together on day one. So yes, you get more durable suede shoes higher up in the price ranges. Additional notes about feet:I was measured as 10.5D by an Allen Edmonds store associate several years ago. They are extremely comfortable and very good value in my opinion. The double monks a little harder but getting there. men's size 6D with my thickest socks; my dream would be a size 5.5 in this last: 6D Meermin Hiro Derby: 4.5: UK: . Hi Jesper, thanks for the clarification. The only running shoes for me. It takes days to sift through the carmina thread to even know relatively what size to buy. Renav Goods Co A-1 Unstructured 42: Good fit for summer, but maxes out at Chup sock thickness. I have to say from personal experience I found Berwick to be the most incredible value. I could wear these with my really thick winter socks if I wanted to. Take a ruler and measure between the base of the paper to the marked line. Most shoes that say theyre made in the Almansa area of Spain are made by Sendra.. It was snug, but not tight, and I could tell that they would fit perfectly once the sole settles. While I like the imperial range, I disagree that Cheaney are at a similar level to C&J; even to my untrained eye the upper leather doesnt seem comparable (scuffs more easily) and is thinner. Their last is made for the Japanese feet, which are flatter in general with a smaller heel. To me, theyd come in just below C&J, Loding in Canada had a service (a couple years back) that involved a full time patina specialist in Montreal. They last forever, but unfortunately they are even stiffer than Meermin shoes (really didnt like those), and take a year or two to wear in. Overall, would you have a favourite among these brands? Also Barkers at the 1880 price point are made in the UK. That said, something in the post did strike me negatively, on a subject I previously had been puzzled about: appraisal of Allen Edmonds. Youre right, the second pair are a little more casual, but I think either would be OK and personally I prefer the shorter apron of the former. The price range for Meermin loafers is $165 for women and $175 for men. Now, Id probably look at a boot like the Conniston or Islay. In fact at some point I wondered whether you were being protectionist of Northampton makers by apparently shunning AE, but then I could not see anywhere else that could be like you. Main point, though, is that C&J, EG etc are different enough in quality to justify their price point in USD. The brand focuses on doing the basics well and I recommend it to every friend of mine that wants to try goodyear welted shoes for the first time. I wear the same size in rain shell as in xim unlined. Jesper's information was based on information by two Carmina retailers. I agree that they might be a touch conservative (although they do now have more stylised lasts compared to a few years back), and that youre less likely to get more interesting leathers like museum calf or patinated. I found a pair on sale for about $100 more than those, however, so I figured I'd give them a try. I shouldn't have slept on it), Monitaly Shawl Field Jacket - Black Herringbone 38, The unofficial NMWA Buy/Sell Thread (a.k.a. The lower tier shoes arent and if C&J or EG are out of reach, go with Alden rather than any of the cheaper Northampton brands. Please take a look. Its just a selection of brands, and focus were on cheaper shoes than J. FitZpatrick (although he has a new lower-priced range coming). I recommend .5 down and just accepting that it is a wide pattern. Personally, I like their lasts quite a bit. Down by half. For each last, add any thoughts on fit, including ankle/shaft fit for boots. I'd probably be good with a 10E. Something to keep in mind. G&G is easy. Ended up selling years later. (Vibergs cxl is different to Thursday boots cxl.). Gaziano & Girling MH71: UK 11.5 F. Gaziano & Girling GG06: UK 11.5 F. Gaziano & Girling KN14: UK 11.5 F. Gaziano & Girling DG70: UK 11.5 F. Gaziano . Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I do appreciate your recommendations to other blogs/websites/magazines as its not always easy to spot good work in the vast numbers of style websites. Myrqvist shoes are dreadful. Because my older Carmina heel stiffener are longer and substantial that the newer ones. Customers get a lot of value from buying Carmina shoes because these fashionable shoes are really sturdy, durable, and long-lasting in the long run. Not a thick sock last. Here you'll find an extensive sizing chart for Goodyear welted shoes from Skolyx, Yanko and TLB Mallorca. D. C. D. Medium. ), but perhaps that wouldnt be entirely appropriate. Wapmaxi Time To Change 2015Meermin & Carmina Boot Sizing and Review Hey all, been a bit since I've posted but I stopped by both Meermin and Carmina in NYC the other day and thought I'd share my opinions for guys looking at either or both for fall boot wearing. European lasts just dont fit well as they have heels that are way too big. Barker has indeed several models in corrected grain, you find them under hi-shine on their own website. I think either would be fine. Simon, I really appreciate the articles lately with a focus on quality at a more approachable price point. Additional notes: Heel-to-toe is 10, width on the border of D/E; heel-to-ball is 11. Would really appreciate any advice you can give! I have also tried on shoes from Yanko and Septieme Largeur. Loake1880 is good starting point and it used to be a very good value. Ive always found the customer service at EG shocking. Good point about Allen Edmonds. Ive never heard of it or tried it, and probably wouldnt in the future as I say at the top of this most, this isnt my area of expertise really. Nike Memeshots: 11D, narrow in the forefoot but fine after a week or two. So I have never needed to seek an alternative, and have been fortunate never to need to spend more than 500 on a pair of shoes. The quality of the leather and overall construction is superb. Decent fit all around and should break in nicely. Carmina vs Meermin: First glance New product releases, daily discussion and community building with a common interest in quality footwear. For a RTW offering, without additional charge, that is a massive advantage for anyone wary of shelling out for MTM alternatives, and I would have expected something worth telling readers. Think Ill grab a pair of black calf Trickers first, then see how I go. I would note that although the shoes I own have tight sole stitching, C&J models without pinking on the soles (for example, the Sydney with rubber soles) are noticeably less sleek. I guess the issue is that I've not worn an English shoe before. Im keeping an eye open for Skomaker Dagestad Yamagata make-ups in the future. I once dumped a veritable fortune on a pair of bespoke Berluttis that caused me so much physical discomfort I was left with the impression they had been designed by the Gestapo. 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