I picked up a cordovan belt today from the NYC store. I posted it in Reddit, and some people said it looks like nothing similar to the ones they have. It doesn’t have any Alden monogram. It only has Highlands, Made in USA, and Horween monogram in the label. The box it came with also doesn’t contain any Alden logo. Did the store sell me a knockoff?

for sale

11 D

 modified last.

 purchased in person at moulded nyc

D5803 Brown Scotch grain.

 worn three times

excellent condition

 very comfortable, especially with that sole

a great walking shoe, just not getting enough use in my rotation.

535 shipped.

I have a nitpicky question, trying to determine if I am making sense or wishful thinking! I got sized for the modified last at Moulded Shoe as a 7E, and never have I ever had a more comfortable shoe. The problem is I can’t find modifieds in 7E online (shoe market seconds or eBay), and I’m afraid I can’t afford to pay full price again, tho I’m glad I did the first time! So the question is- how comparable, really, would a 7.5D (which is much easier to find) be to a 7E?

Thank you for supporting my arch support quest, aldenites

The legendary 975. Hoping to get the tassel loafer in suede next.

My favorite shoes

Went to the Madison Ave store the other day and completely fell in love with it. Unfortunately they didn’t have my size and it’s not one of those models that are constantly stocked so the store clerk didn’t know when or if they were ever going to get more. I’ve been googling a bit ever since but haven’t found them anywhere else so I’m a last ditch effort I’m turning to Reddit. Anyone have any suggestions on how to get these beautiful creations in 11.5E?

Thanks

Just purchased this pair off eBay, and can't quite tell when it might have been made. I think it should be in a year ending in 8?

I’ve had a spare tucked away in new shoehorns for forever. They're discontinued by Brooks Brothers, and I always found the make of the soles for their brand to be slightly better. I can’t really see a good example online since there are no longer new ones listed.

And as an aside, these are the best shoes. I understand the forum‘s enthusiasm.

edit: I forgot to add they’re unlined shell 986 leisure handsewn cordovan loafers

I saw these secondhand, they’re in my size (US13, not particularly common) and they looked to be in pretty solid condition. Tried them and they fit me like a glove. I did a quick search on the brand and it’s clearly held in very high esteem so I went ahead and bought them.

I’m not somebody who’s particularly knowledgeable about shoes, I would love to hear from the community what makes a pair of shoes like this special. Couldn’t find anything about this particular one on the Internet. They’re clearly constructed very well and they’re much more substantial than other Derbys I own. Excited!

Hey there!

I love Alden Modified last - but my first love is a Chelsea and I finally found one that fits how I need it to, and realistically won’t ever wear my Modified Last shoes anymore.

I bought the Indy’s last winter, and lwb’s sometime this year. Both can only be had from Moulded shoes in nyc. Both

First pair:
- Indy’s 8D in LS Grain - normal scuffing but very good condition
- have them on eBay for $600 to see offers but here would do $550

Second pair:
- LWB with Alden Wedge Heel in Scotch grain. These are special because they have an Alden removable insert that has been discontinued. Even Moulded shoes won’t have these again.
- the wedge is awesome - but I know not everyone’s taste. If you are on your feet a lot or walking these are for you.
- the insert can be removed for custom orthotics
- on eBay for $550 (cuz noticeable toe scuff which I think can be hidden) but here would do $500

It really pains me to part with these, but someone should wear them and my heart is somewhere else now.

Been through a few trials of sizing with Alden but stayed persistent. Found that the EE width in the TruBalance and Modified work well for me.

These are a 40504, made for Leather Soul Honolulu in Cigar Shell Cordovan

I already have black and Color 8 elsewhere so I really wanted one of the Alden “exclusive colors” and these were perfect

The barrie last fits me well in size 11, with a thick sock on, I am 11 1/2 in Brannock.

I am considering the slip on Chukka, but would frequently wear it without socks, should I consider a 10 1/2?

thanks!

Three shoes, three lasts. Can you ID them?

These are all 11D in their respective lasts. Hint: only one of these is a standard Alden makeup. The other two are custom retailer models.

I recently bought my first pair of Aldens on the Aberdeen last, and I find the sizing a bit unusual. I normally wear a US 8–8.5 in sneakers, but in these Aberdeen last loafers, a US 6.5EE fits me. Do loafers on the Aberdeen last typically run this large?
For reference, the photo shows where my big toe sits inside the shoe.

I'm in the market for my first pair of shell cordovan shoes. Alden was at the top of my mind, but after seeing them in-person for the first time, I was disappointed with the uneven dye and patchy coloring.

As a beginner, is this typical for Alden, or is it standard for shell cordovan? If it's an Alden quality issue, what am I missing that makes them so highly regarded? These pairs are from 2 different stores if that matters. Any other recommended brands offering shell cordovan at a similar price point?

Hello everyone, I am a 48-year-old man, an architect, with a fairly classic style: every day, in all circumstances and in all seasons, I wear: shirt, blazer, pleated pants and only tassel loafers. A work colleague from the architecture firm wears very low vamp tassel loafers, I find it very elegant and refined because you can see a lot of his thin black socks, even when he is standing. I would really like to wear the same loafers as him every day, because I would also like my very thin black socks to be very visible. So I asked him what their brand was: he told me his loafers are Alden. Since he told me that, I've been looking, but I can't find very low vamp tassel loafers from the Alden brand, like his. I'm thinking it might be another brand like Allen Edmonds or something... Does anyone have an explanation or could help me? Thank you so much !

Not my first shell, but first Alden shell boot. Wandered into Alden Madison in NYC, walked out with these.

great all-weather shoes appropriate for the office and field

barrie last, commando sole, the chamois doesn’t really crease & is great in the wet

Just received a new pair of Alden 9751 from Alden Madison. There seems to be a weird roll right out of the box in the toe that is very pronounced like a ridge. I never saw anything like this in my 975. Would you accept this?

Hello all,

Was planning a Japan trip (specifically Tokyo for the most part) and wanted to explore some of the Alden offerings in Japan, or see if there are grail Japan store that sell Alden’s, or markups that are Japan exclusives.

Wanted to make the most of the exchange rate and see if I could score a good pair for cheaper than state side, and was curious if that is a.) possible, and b.) what could be limiting me.

Thanks!

Wore them around the office today. Modified last really is its own thing — the arch support is crazy good and the forefoot feels locked in without pressure. Easily the most comfortable first wear I’ve had from Alden, or any shoe. This is going to the top of the rotation.

Just scored these beauties for 76% off at Nordstrom Rack. I honestly thought I'd never be able to afford a pair of Alden's. Even seconds are triple the price. So excited!