meta-david 💥| Building Scoop3
@metadavid
Not sure how much interest there is in this topic, but here it goes. If you want to get dress shoes, my STRONG recommendation is to make sure they're Goodyear-welted. The short version is these kinds of shoes will last a lifetime. You DO NOT throw them away. They're made of high quality leather, and the soles can be replaced by a cobbler. I think the best starter shoes would be Allen Edmonds. Look for Park Ave which is fairly neutral. Brand new, you can find them under $200 when they're on sale. If you're OK with buying used, you can find them under $100. This might seem a little steep, but remember, they last a lifetime. :) If you have questions about other brands or want other recs, let me know -- I love riffing about this stuff. https://allenemonds.com
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Gregarious
@gregarious
Good recommendation! +100 for Allen Edmonds. Factory Seconds is also a great opportunity to save.
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meta-david 💥| Building Scoop3
@metadavid
Yea man, I think almost all mine are factory seconds. I’m not a full price guy 🤣. I haven’t found a blemish I couldn’t fix or couldn’t live with
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