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Even though fiebings leather dye and edge kote are two different products, could I still use the edge kote to dye a pair of shoes?

Hi, first post here so I hope I'm doing this right, but I'm looking to buy my first pair of (hopefully) fairly decent boots. I've heard that Loake, the 1880 range at least, is generally seen as a good brand or at least entry level for good quality boots, and from what I can see Sanders and...

In scouring the forum and reading through all the old Topy debate threads, I saw the idea of shoe "balance" being discussed many times, though hardly ever at length. It was usually used to describe the balance between the heel and the toe. I read that the heel should sit flat, not on the front...

I'm wondering if I can do anything to help nourish these poor neglected shoes. They are my oldest pair of shoes, as I've had them over half my life (around 17 years). While they have only been worn rarely, I have NEVER cared for them in any way until recently (not even a single coat of polish...

I received my Brooks Brothers/Allen Edmonds Walnut Strands, and after polishing noticed some strange things that I have not noticed on my other Allen Edmonds. There is some discoloration, one of the eyelets has a small loose piece of leather, and one of the shoes has some visible holes on the...

Gents, I have rather difficult to fit feet. For this reason I think St. Crispin's MTO program with the personal last option is perfect for me. I'm looking to get a pair of versatile boots and wanted some advice on selecting a suitable style, colour, leather and out-sole material. My...

I had a pair of dove gray flannel trousers made, and wore them for the first time today. Love 'em. But I wasn't sure about what shoes go best; out of weakness I reached for black slip ons and went out the door. The Sartorial Gods might have sent me message, though: en route to lunch I saw a...

I picked up my first pair of *real* shoes last week. Spent a full day in my office in my lovely Cap toe Allen Edwards. But there is a problem... The shoes are tight on my foot across from my arch (my instep I think). I think I have wide, flat feet. I can't go up a width, because then the...

I have room in my closet for one more pair of dress shoes. My current collection includes: Black Cap Toes Burgundy Cap Toes Black Wingtips Medium Brown Blucher (split toe) Light Brown Monk Strap What would be my best option for another pair? I wear navy and dark gray suits about equally...