Dressing Better Vol 2.0

[Hank Scorpio]

Also, do you think the strands in walnut will look nice with that suit I posted?

Yeah, it actually would. I have a suit similar to the one you posted and I wear Strand Walnuts with those all the time.

Do it.

 

[coleworld123]

It depends on your foot. Being that you are a 48 for your chest, I'm guessing you have a wide foot as well. Id suggest either going to the store to try on or order multiple pairs and return the ones that don't fit. Free shipping/returns with nordies but aside from sizing down, perhaps order a E or possibly 3E width. All depending fam

well, I have a gut, but everythign else is pretty proportional lol. I wear 8.5 in vans, and 9 in everything else, normal width is D correct?

 

[coleworld123]

so it looks like 8.5 D would be what I would order, everyone agree with Nordstrom's note to size down .5 size from normal size?

 

[hhhornet15]

so it looks like 8.5 D would be what I would order, everyone agree with Nordstrom's note to size down .5 size from normal size?

I'd say YMMV since AE makes shoes in a variety of lasts. Fwiw, I tried on the Strand in sz 11 and they fit me, I usually wear a 12 in Nike but I think I am a true 11.5.

If you're pressed for time, I'd order both pairs you are on the fence about and return the other. Nordstrom has top notch customer service as I'm sure many here can attest to.

 

[blaz3n]

Went to Brook Bros and got measured for dress shirts and was told I should go down the made to measure path since my arms and chest/back are too big.. The ESF didn't do any justice for me.. Good route to use at BB?

 

[bhergh]

Coleworld hit up return bama I think he would be of great help

 

[pinoy732]

Coleworld hit up return bama I think he would be of great help

Yup, Carlin is a rep for AE as a side hustle. My man will definitely be able to help you out. #DBNTAEGawd

 

[returnbama]

ha, thanks for the plug guys

 

[omgitswes]

Went to Brook Bros and got measured for dress shirts and was told I should go down the made to measure path since my arms and chest/back are too big.. The ESF didn't do any justice for me.. Good route to use at BB?

How much they charge? There are some really good mtm online sites, I feel like they'll be less expensive than BB

 

[BranchLifestyle]

2 for $250 AE seconds check your local outlets.

 

[drewseong]

2 for $250 AE seconds check your local outlets.

i heard quality on those arent that great :/

 

[Hank Scorpio]

i heard quality on those arent that great :/

Any truth to this?

 

[flyknitlvr]

Any truth to this?

No.

Both of my AE's are seconds and I can't find any flaws on either pair.

 

[BranchLifestyle]

i heard quality on those arent that great :/

Where did you hear/read that from? Factory seconds only have cosmetic flaws, 99% of which you can hardly see.

 

[drewseong]

Any truth to this?

http://www.styleforum.net/t/338814/...conds-shoes-or-ae-shoes-from-nordstrom-s-rack

but they are much cheaper so i'm sure quality aren't as great as the firsts. you get what you pay for

 

[drewseong]

I just read it on styleforum. I can be wrong about this

 

[pinoy732]

2 for $250 AE seconds check your local outlets.

i heard quality on those arent that great :/

False bro. I have 3 pairs of seconds. Amazing shoes. Calling AE right now for the list!

 

[drewseong]

Anyways, has anyone from the socal area heard about this place?

http://www.yelp.com/biz/by-design-custom-tailors-and-alterations-santa-ana-3

Everyone gave it 5 stars and I was just wondering if anyone has first hand experience with them. Thanks!

 

[BranchLifestyle]

http://www.styleforum.net/t/338814/...conds-shoes-or-ae-shoes-from-nordstrom-s-rack


but they are much cheaper so i'm sure quality aren't as great as the firsts. you get what you pay for

Read through linked thread, only 1 guy complained about AE and he bought the shoes from Nordstrom Rack, not an AE factory store...

 

[BranchLifestyle]

False bro. I have 3 pairs of seconds. Amazing shoes. Calling AE right now for the list!

Which outlet do you call? I'm also in the NJ area and would like to look into this deal.

 

[girlslovewaffles]

Oops, meant to say "definitely not the former" haha.

Then GATs.

Is GATs the brand, or type of shoe?

In any case, thanks for the reply. Repped!

 

[rfx45]

GAT = German Army Trainers

 

[sfc415]

Is GATs the brand, or type of shoe?

In any case, thanks for the reply. Repped!

Margiela is the brand. Be prepared to spend $300+ though. The quality is worth it though. These days while brands like Nike make their $160+ shoes out of plastic, $300 real leather shoes that look good after many wears are better options. I have a pair in blue that still looks near brand new after wearing them 20+ times, but I can't say the same about some of my Air Maxes a few years back that looked like a 400 pound person had been wearing them after a handful of wears

 

[scrub0bk]

2 for $250 AE seconds check your local outlets.

what outlets are we talking? does AE have their own outlets? I'm new to the AE game, but i know a deal when i see one and can use some new black dress shoes

 

[rfx45]

Keep in mind that ~$300 is sale price though, not retail. Retail is close to $500.

Look-wise, I prefer Lanvin patent toe, though not as comfortable as Margielas.