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07-24-2013, 01:20 PM
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Hey Spence - need advice on loafers (seriously!)
do people still wear penny loafers? I like em' classic look...
Looking to spend around $100...
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07-24-2013, 01:28 PM
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Due to inflation they are now called Dollar Loafers
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07-24-2013, 01:37 PM
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07-24-2013, 02:44 PM
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What size?
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07-24-2013, 03:04 PM
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President - S-B Chapter - Kelly Clarkson Fan Club
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HA! does that matter? 9.5
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07-24-2013, 03:28 PM
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Only 9.5? Yeah that matters. Size 13 and your loafers stand out more.
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07-24-2013, 06:53 PM
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Originally Posted by Rockport24
HA! does that matter? 9.5
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Yea, if you're trying to score good stuff off price the selection is somewhat limited. 100 bucks doesn't buy much other than a cheap glued shoe likely made in China.
A little hunting and you could find something much better. Let me look around...
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07-24-2013, 06:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Nebe
Only 9.5? Yeah that matters. Size 13 and your loafers stand out more.
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Depends on the shoe. Some with a very elongated last look like clown shoes in the larger sizes. There's a fine line between Italian and stupid.
Doesn't really matter if it's a loafer or lace up though...
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07-24-2013, 07:57 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rockport24
do people still wear penny loafers? I like em' classic look...
Looking to spend around $100...
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I do, they are probably 20yrs old though. |
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07-24-2013, 08:39 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by spence
Yea, if you're trying to score good stuff off price the selection is somewhat limited. 100 bucks doesn't buy much other than a cheap glued shoe likely made in China.
A little hunting and you could find something much better. Let me look around...
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Wow you aren't messing around! Ok thanks!
How much should I be spending?
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07-24-2013, 08:39 PM
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At one time in my life when I gave a crap how I looked I would get my suits custom made by Tom James. The clothier would come to my office, measure me, and show me fabric and show up a few weeks later with a suit to tailor. A couple weeks after that and WALLAH! Custom suit. I would pair them up with my 80 dollar China shoes that would last a few years easy. I decided to take the plunge on a pair of Johnston Murphy's for one of my suits. The shoes went $400. After breaking them in they were still uncomfortable, the leather rubbed very easily and always needed a shine, and the best part they made a squeaking noise! Buy the cheap China chit and buy a pair every 3-4 years without breaking the bank. This will also allow you to keep up with the current styles without breaking the bank.
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07-24-2013, 08:42 PM
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Sounds nice! I usually go with the made in china shoes but end up replacing them almost every year.
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07-24-2013, 08:49 PM
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What do you do for a living? How many hours a week are you wearing them and what are you doing while wearing them?
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07-24-2013, 08:56 PM
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I work in higher ed financial administration. The issue is that I have meetings all over the damn campus, which is expansive, and I park a good 10 minute walk away from my office, so a lot of walking so I need something fairly comfortable. It's not like I'm an investment banker that needs to impress high-end clients, I just need to look like I know what I'm talking about so when I tell people to stop spending so much money they believe me! In fact, I can't go around looking too high-end for that very reason! I would wear them for 2-3 days a week, these should be brown, as I have a black pair I wear the other days.
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07-24-2013, 09:04 PM
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That sux.
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07-24-2013, 09:05 PM
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Originally Posted by WESTPORTMAFIA
That sux. 1st thing is sneakers with your shoes in a backpack or something. That's 20 more minutes a day being comfortable. Then put your impressive shoes on when you get to work. Ill check the closet for less expensive stuff that has held up over the years and still feels good and I'm sure Spence will be looking as he said. Btw dr sholls can be slipped into any shoe. Then your gellin
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07-24-2013, 09:12 PM
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yeah I've done that but it's kind of a pain...might have to go back to it though.
Oh and just googled Tom James! Dude! Pricey stuff but nice looking, were you an investment banker?
Thanks for the help!
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07-24-2013, 09:25 PM
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I've seen the inside of his truck and please do not listen to anything WPM says.
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07-24-2013, 09:51 PM
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I've seen the inside of his truck and please do not listen to anything WPM says.
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Lol. And please do listen. I did the suit thing for a good 12 years. A lot of custom but if not custom still high end top of the line. My best shoes were always on sale and no more than $100 bucks. Spence is still upset that I don't have a spandex suit! My truck is a different story and always will be! 
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07-24-2013, 09:53 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rockport24
yeah I've done that but it's kind of a pain...might have to go back to it though.
Oh and just googled Tom James! Dude! Pricey stuff but nice looking, were you an investment banker?
Thanks for the help!
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No I'm still employed.
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07-24-2013, 10:08 PM
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No I'm still employed.
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Yeah, and you're the only person who has a real job that works fewer hours than me.
Don't listen to Spence. He carries a pocketbook around with him that has Fifty Shades of Gray and tampons in it.
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07-25-2013, 07:40 AM
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Don't listen to Spence. He carries a pocketbook around with him that has Fifty Shades of Gray and tampons in it.
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This is true, and if we ever get to meet face to face again remind me to give it back to you.
At 100 bucks your options are somewhat limited. I looked at some good off-price places online but don't see any sweet deals in your size.
If you're around Boston the Nordstrom's Rack outlets usually will have some sale options at a good discount. Perhaps Cole Haan or something similar that will certainly function well for years. Also the Brooks Brothers outlet at Wrentham might have a good sale.
The classic Bass loafers can be had on Zappos for about that price.
Another option for a classic penny would be LL Bean at 99 bucks and a lifetime warranty if anything goes awry.
With a 35% off coupon and free shipping this is what I'd go for 
http://www.sierratradingpost.com/tri...colorFamily=01
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07-25-2013, 07:59 AM
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Surprisingly, noone has recommended Rockports yet, my go to shoe for comfort.
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07-25-2013, 08:18 AM
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The Rockport line of shoes are comfortable and light weight letting walk long distance without foot fatigue. I've been wearing them since the early 80s.
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07-25-2013, 10:23 AM
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President - S-B Chapter - Kelly Clarkson Fan Club
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Thanks for the advice Spence! If I bought a $500 pair of shoes my wife would lose it, although probably not as much as if I bought a Zee bass or something!
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07-25-2013, 10:35 AM
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Originally Posted by Redsoxticket
The Rockport line of shoes are comfortable and light weight letting walk long distance without foot fatigue. I've been wearing them since the early 80s.
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Yes, it's another option although many don't look as classic to me at least. I used to wear them years ago but they're not made like they used to be...still good value if you like the style.
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07-25-2013, 11:19 AM
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Yeah the reason I am looking for new pair is because I have some Rockports that have just not held up well at all...
found the classic bass penny loafers on amazon for $80, let's see how they do.
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07-28-2013, 09:44 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rockport24
Thanks for the advice Spence! If I bought a $500 pair of shoes my wife would lose it, although probably not as much as if I bought a Zee bass or something!
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If you spent $500 on shoes instead of towards a Hobie....I would lose it :-)
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07-28-2013, 12:02 PM
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If you spent $500 on shoes instead of towards a Hobie....I would lose it :-)
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07-28-2013, 12:06 PM
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When it comes to shoes, I'm more of a "Payless Shoes" kind of guy
(The sound you are about to here is Spence's stomach churning g in disgust)
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