/fa/ - Fashion

>>8800168
Try Justin's

>>8800168
only IR's less than size 11 look like clown shoes

>>8800200
well I'm a size 10.5 in vans, so any suggestions?

>>8800210
I'm a 10.5 in vans, but a 9 in red wings. How clownshoeish boots look is dependent on how big your feet are relative to the rest of your body.

Iron Rangers only look like clown shoes if you wear skin tight jeans and have size 10+ feet.

>>8800210
I'm a size 9.5 in vans and an 8 in IR.

They are damn good boots.

Anything less than size 11 and the proportions are out. Soles look too chunky and the toebox is too bulbous looking. Ideal size for the proportions of this boot is 12 or 12.5

>>8800168
Get square toes then. You'll look great.

visvim virgils are the only boots I've ever really liked. something about the shape just looks perfect to me.

>>8800296
>visvim virgils
they look nice, but holy fuck are there any cheaper alternatives?

>>8800304

I bought the ones in that pic for $250

>>8800307
>Anonymous 09/14/14(Sun)03:01:30 No.8800307▶
how/where?

from my quick google search, they were like 700+

>>8800200
dont you mean more than...

oliberte

>>8800360
i hear the quality isnt that great

>>8800403
>made in africa and cheap as shit
dunno what you were expecting

>>8800333
Also want an answer to this. Grailed/Ebay/Rakuten only have pairs (in bad colors) for 7-900+.

>>8800716
zombo.com got deadstock right now

>>8800742
Fuck, thanks a load!

>>8800307
nice

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Justin-Lace-Up-Roper-Boots-Sz-8-5-9-Vintage-Raw-Hide-Brown-/121433487235?pt=US_Men_s_Shoes&hash=item1c45fff783

>>8800742
>zombo.com
lmao anyone srs

I'm gonna cop these, Loake 1880 Mulligan

>>8802105
or these, Loake 1880 Bedale

they don't look clownish to me, what do you think?

>>8800168
Maybe someone in this thread can help me out.
Do these look like AE Dalton? Any idea what these are?
thanks

>>8802179
Those look sexy

>>8802105
>>8802116
They look pretty nice. Id go for them. Definitely not clowny.

>>8802179
Judging by the size and number of the eyes id say they're plain toe aldens. Pricey stuff

>>8802179
Those are a pair of Alden natural chromexcel plain-toe boots.

>>8803611
fucking dope, wish they didn't cost so much

bump

Are these boots efficient when it comes to actual work? Are they durable and long lasting?

>>8805478
>r
I hear that you can beat the crap out of them and they look better with age

>>8805481
What would be the best brand as far as looks, comfort and durability? Cause I get boots that cost around $80 - $150 and have to replace them every few months are so from holes and shit like that.

Really looking for something that could last at least a year or two

>>8805487
that's why i'm here too bro lol

>>8805487

Iron Rangers.

>>8805521
do they fit like clown shoes?

>>8805487
>>8805478
if you're looking for actual prole work boots then look elsewhere.
the iron ranger and all of red wing's heritage line boots are fashion boots

if you want work boots look at red wing's actual work boot line, not their fashion boot based-on-old-work-boots line

Viberg service boots on the 2030 last

Why does /fa/ hate boot pebbling?

I like it a lot.

>>8806872
what is pebbling?

I would prolly cop Red Wings but the fucken sole doesn't have any friction. I'd be tripping all damn winter.

1000 mile boots look nice

>>8807398
beckman

>>8800296
w2c those laces or very similar?

>>8800296
>that sole

why

Dayton service boot
My favorite pair of shoes tbh
So comfy and high quality, only 500 too
Cheaper if you're a canadafag

>>8808449
500 is alot god damn

>>8808449
dream boot, how's the sizing? and is the charcoal more grey or more black?

Looking to buy boots for the first time, any advice with brands or styles?

>>8809518
Don't spend less than $200

>>8809518
Wolverine 1000mile if you want a 'dressier' look (pic related)
iron ranger if you want a more casual worker wear look.
Katahdin if you can't afford the two listed above

>>8808404
Because crepe wedges are comfy as fuck.
>>8808286
Search for "round waxed" laces.

>>8809546
What about Chippewa?

>>8809594
Chippewa makes LL Bean's Katahdin boots.

>>8805478
These are fashion boots with thinner, sleeker soles. That keeps them from looking like "clown shoes". Actual work boots have thick as fuck vibram soles that take a lot miles to wear down.

If you want work boots buy Danners, Whites, Nicks, Wesco or Drews. Red Wings are acceptable, but definitely lower quality.

Is it possible to have a non rounded front and not look like a clown shoe? I like the look of these but they're a little to clowny. I have a boxy frame.

>>8809617
This is true.

But you can still beat the shit out of fashion boots and they'll be fine.

>>8809629
I have those. Imo the moc toe is the best because it matches up with the clunky sole nicely.

As with all boots, the looks depends on your shoe size relative to the rest of your body. This pic is overused, but illustrates my point.

>>8809631
I often have the issue where the uppers of my shoes will be fine but I will wear all the way down through the sole of a shoe or boot. They may be well made but a couple hundred miles will put the hurt on almost any boot.

maxguard GERMAN SAFETY

>>8809659
Then you have them resoled.

>>8809486
they contact you about your size when you've bought the boot

Was gifted these not too long ago.

Are they any good?

>tfw only like the slim look of the virgils and the daytons in this thread but don't want to shell out 700 for babbys first boot

>>8802179
I keep visiting the Alden page, but something stops me pulling the trigger on a $500 pair of boots.

They would be the most expensive item of clothing I've bought. I can easily afford it but I'm still finding it hard to justify the price.

>Sale when

>>8809743

Pretty crappy copy of the various versions that Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton, and Givenchy versions that have been done. The plate doesn't line up perfectly and doesn't even appear to be flush. Also, the effect works much better on the low, lace-up brogues that the originals used than this work boot silhouette. The whole idea is to apply an industrial, tough vibe to a shoe that usually lacks it. Here, there isn't the interesting juxtaposition that makes the design work.

>>8808449
>only 500
da fuck

>>8809938
lmao i know right

>>8809938
a good pair of boots will last a long time, so it really isn't that expensive

What do ya'll think, also has anyone ever worn/owned a pair of these or Quoddy's? If so how is the quality and the fit? And do you have to size up because of the shearling?

Anybody got any opinions on these for winter boots?

www.timberlandonline.co.uk/en/mens-earthkeepers-brook-park-sidezip-boots-5436A.html?dwvar_5436A_color=214&catID=men_footwear_boots_smart&dwvar_5436A_footwearDimension=030#cgid=men_footwear_boots_smart&format=ajax&start=5

>>8800168
Solovair.

>>8800168

>>8810384
>moc toe

never again

>>8811170
They don't look terribly warm or waterproof. Don't cop unless winters where you live are mild.

>>8811246
You have a problem with moccasins, faggot?

>>8811170
Hate the way they look from the back

>>8809486
It looks exactly the way it does in the picture

Sizing they take care of, best customer service I've ever had ordering from a shoe comlany

>>8809654
Not a good example as the goose can pull off pretty much everything

>>8800233
What the everloving fuck is that belt. I've been searching for over a year now.

Goddammit, my grail is so close.

>>8808174
Holy shite m8 thanks a bunch!

>>8811170
Aye I was spying on that boot too.
I live in New England so I think it would be fine for any season that isn't the hellscape I call winter.
Ofcouse a couple pairs of heavy wool socks counter acts any cold that gets in.
Wish they had waterproofing though.
On a side note
will pic related look good with an A.I. Bomber?
I was considering this as my winter boot but idk about the sole and it's traction. I'd hate the blow $200 just to see that I can't even use it.

Bump

>>8810384
kill yourself

what does /fa/ think of moc toe work boots? I feel like they look nice, but would look like clown shoes as well in person due to it's chunkiness

>>8800233
I'm a 11.5 iron ranger and im drowning in basic bitch puzzay.

>>8809866
Do it, man. If I could afford it I would pull the trigger definitely. Hell, I've pulled the trigger on things I probably shouldn't have, but I managed anyway!

>>8810384
dnc

I have a pair of Katahdins.
When it comes to jean styles, what can I wear and not look like a clown? Can I wear APC New Petite Standards or Rogue Territory SKs? Been thinking of copping a pair of one of those, but also thinking I should cop a pair of slim-straights instead and grab the other style in a cheaper place from Uniqlo or something.

>>8812644
mocs aren't that big

as long as you dont wear tight jeans they'll look fine

>>8811260
>>8811278
>>8811483
Thanks for the feedback. I'm going to Germany next year for the entire year, so do you have any advice as to what i should look for, or recommendations?

So from what i've noticed, pretty much the low end for good fashionable boots is about $100, is that right?

Anything lower than $100 generally is shitty material?

>>8813211
where do I cop a decent pair of boots in the 100-150 range? Am I pretty much just looking at malis?

>>8813265
chippewa

>>8813097
flatten that toe box first bruh

>>8809629
I have these in size 10
p nice

>>8813274
w2c chippewa @ that range??

>>8813321
amazon

>>8813274
Can you remove that lame fucking flag from the laces?

anyone have any picture of wolverine 1000 mile boots on feet? I am going to pull the trigger on black ones or black iron rangers

>>8809654
>>8813319
just got some moc toes and the heels are killing me. bad blisters. already did a round of mink oil. Heard there's a layer of plastic.

what do?

>>8813366
Blisters are an unfortunate reality during the break-in process. Wear thick socks.

Cop or not

Need cleaned but in good condition I guess.

The picture is probably going to open to be xboxhueg, heads up

Redwing Iron Rangers only look clowny if you're fucking retarded and decide to wear them with skinny jeans.

>>8813548
they look really dry, like they weren't conditioned at all

>>8813568
I highly doubt they were.

I know next to jack shit about boot maintenance. Can that be fixed?

love mea god moc toe

>>8813575
It depends on how bad it is. If they're cheap cop and oil the shit out of them. Would probably make a good beater boot.

Just copped my second pair of boots (Danner forest heights piedmont) but my first new ones. Any tips for what sort of care stuff I should do?

>>8800168
got so sick of waiting for a good pair of boys boots to come around. i got these. i get fuckloads of compliments from grls and guys now want a pair too. I don't tuck my pants into them but i do roll cuffs up a bit so you can see they are boots.

>>8813612
depends on how you're going to use them

there are some great boot care guides on styleforum if you do some googling

>>8813034
>>8812637
Awww guys, why not, do you have a similar suggestion? I really have always wanted the shearling lined.
And what is OK? with these?>>8812644
>>8813586

>>8813711
w2c

Hell yeah, mother fucker.

i just got some new chromexcel captoes from chevalier in the mail, accidentally made a thread about them because i didn't see this one. oh well here it is:
>>8814198

>>8814001
http://www.zappos.com/nine-west-baille-dark-brown-leather

>>8814186

Just got some of those yesterday in Beeswax. I love them. Go perfectly with anything except shorts.

>>8814436
>>8814186

its a nice shoe but MFA totally ruined them

>>8814477
hey bby wat u wearing? it look beta on my flor

do these jeans fit too tight for these boots?

never worn boots before and I only own skinny jeans :(

>>8814604

>>8813294
The thing about flattening my toe box is I feel it just looks so silly. It adds all those creases and it makes them look worn it and shitty. I dunno maybe that is just me. I like the boots though.

>>8814610

any recommendations?

im size 9 my feet are small

>>8814627
Well the problem is they're too long, so either wear baggier jeans or cut them if you're a cobbler.

>>8800210
I'm 8.5 in Vans and wear 8 in IR.

Are brown boots more versatile than black ones?
Can brown work with black pants?

boondockers

>>8814707
that sole looks makes the boot look like a toy

>>8814713
well, there's always the roughout service shoe

>>8814639

does this look any better? slim fit jeans and tucked them in

>>8814763
That's better, yes. Try just wearing them normally.

>>8814763
what boots are thoes?

>>8814763
i prefer cuffed myself

>>8814945

levi's utility boot

>>8814976
>>8814768

I would, but I haven't gotten these jeans tailored, and they're a tad too long and look kinda dadcore cuffed

>>8812644
i wear the steel toe version of these for work and they still look good as shit (if a little beat up) to wear day to day
thorogood all day union made in wisconsin fuccboi

>>8813319
these look so much worse then the moc toe that u probably tried to avoid because "/fa/ s-s-said moc toe is bad"

>>8815091
any good slim moc toe recommendations?

>>8814604

I'm an uncreative faggot so I think those boots would look better with those jeans in black or grey. Brown + black is weird. Those boots look good (and on you) but not w/ those jeans.

w2c those jeans tho

>>8817285

>slim
>moc toe

>>8811235
>>>/b/

>>8817617
then how do you pull them off? Everytime i see someone wear em i think of clown shoes

what do you guys think about the chippewa service boots?

>>8817285
>>8817617

>>8819610

>>8819576

nice, chippewa finally has managed to put stitched soles on these designs, would cop!

>>8819576
They're actually pretty nice anon

i like desert malis

not really warm itself, but for the 10 cold days we get in germany i wear them with thick wool socks

>>8818116
dont fucking wear one! fuck them workwear niggas with their rw 875

this looks like total shit doesn't it

>>8820123
Lel

>>8802116
I have a pair of Loake 1880 Ashbys, go for it m8.

>>8813123
Speaking of pants

I got a pair of pic related a little while ago. What are my options for pants with these aside from the typical dark/raw denim they're usually paired with?

I'm finding it hard to find inspo stuff for them

>>8814186
Nice cop anon. I actually kinda wanna cop a pair in that color now

>>8800296
>that gray shit
ruins it

>>8800168
What about these?
They're cheap and the leather seems fine, sorry if they're too clownish.

>>8820358
the ÖBH boots have shit thin leather dont cop

>>8820361
Fair enough. I know some people on /fa/ own these, I think they're a lot better than normal docs.

C/N?

>>8814186
I actually can't find this color anywhere. The taupe that is on amazon and clarks is a lot darker
w2c

>>8819576
those look nice

>>8820364
I say cop. I have a pair in red and I like em.

>>8808449
i like them
but
they take 4 months ++ to get
quality is not guaranteed

i took my chances with some vibergs that are periodically restocked

i'd like some grey boots, but i've seen too much stuff about dayton that puts me off

i'm not in NA so postage and possible returns makes things problematic and potentially more costly than the endeavour's worth

Should I get these? I'm looking for some boots for the winter.

Also, these are size 9, I'm size 10.5 in Vans, would the sizing work, or should I get larger boots?

which color 2 cop?

Wolverines 1K are very good, good quality, leather sole, full leather, that what you want when you want a pair of boot

>>8820845
not sure if you want a leather sole, I owuld prefer a rubber vibram sole

>>8820756
im looking at chippewas too. where are you finding these?

Is there such a thing as a boot that goes with skinny jeans?

>>8822445
zappos and amazon, chippewa service boot, they also have the homestead boot which is similar, in pic

Just placed an order for these.

How 2 wear boots like Iron Rangers and not look like a clown if hungry skelly?
I have a pair of boots similar, but I'm not sure if I should opt for a pair of slim straights like N&F skinny guys, or a more tapered cut, or something else.

>>8820601
Will be copping, just saw this video and they look like shit though, recommend muting and shit.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T0DAo9THQfQ

Because he has horrible pants and low quality?

I can get these Red Wings for around $100. Thoughts?

Also, what color jeans are appropriate for wearing with black boots? I've always owned brown.

>>8800168
Go vintage.
I'm eyeing something akin to these hiking boots with contrasting laces.

Also, any grizzly boot from Quoddy is worth it.

>>8822908
That you denim dan?

>>8822908
Danner hiking boots look cool, but the tiny toebox on their 650 last is ridiculous. My feet are E width, and the 2E pair I ordered was crushing my toes.

>>8822855
Bumping for help on these.

http://www.sierratradingpost.com/red-wing-heritage-8165-6%E2%80%9D-round-toe-boots-factory-2nds-for-men~p~6764x/?filterString=clearance~1%2Fshoes~d~4%2Fred-wing-heritage~b~4167%2C23360%2F&colorFamily=01

Thinking about copping Thorogood's Work Boots. How are they?

>>8823368

Thinking the same. That or the Red Wing 6" moc

>>8822855
They look a'ight.
Not very versatile tho
Also they are pretty clowny

>>8823510
yea they look clowny

>>8814604
They're fine. Looks nice.

>>8800233
9.5 in vans and an 8 in IR. wtf man that's a huge difference.

>>8820722
Get larger boots. you'll be wanting to wear woolen socks with something like that and even without they'll be snug. Something in a similar style is the red wing ice cutters, and if they're in your budget, they're definitely dsomething to look into

>>8820364
Eh they're nice but if you're wanting something substantial, don't go for them. But if you're not bothered about that go for them, they're nice

>>8820123
If you're going to get them get the long versions. Those are purely functional boots, and people might think you're trying to pull them off as a fashion item, saying that, I think the long ones can look pretty fucking good hahah

>>8805478
>implying most of these dandies actually work
Stick to Wolverines, bro. GBX works in a pinch-- keep a pair in my truck.

how am I supposed to condition iron rangers? ive been using mink oil

>>8822832
no

>>8827506

yes

>>8827485
Mink oil is fine I guess
Just depends.
Google around, you can probably find some good recs because nobody on effay knows

>>8819576
what color should i cop? i am wearing mostly dark toned clothes with a mix of olive and a little tone-downed orange and red
also how is the sizing goes?

>>8822832
what are those?

bump

Cop or not? Cheaper than Most chippewas, still look p. nice

>>8827485

afaik mink oil is fine, do it when they need em and not too often, some "real hardcore" types are like "but mink oil ruins the leather" and then suggest you order some real expensive pseuscientific looking crap. im on year 3ish of iron rangers conditionin w M Oil like every 3 months and wearing em hard during the winter and they look swell.

>>8830813
dat flag

dnc

>>8814763
ID on jeans?

>>8830880
I mean I can relace, thats not a big deal

>>8830880
keck

>>8831100
>>8830880
Is there a problem besides the flag? That can be removed

>>8831112
no i'm kecking about him worrying about the flag

chippewas are fine but have very very inconsistent QC so be prepared to send your pair back in case they send you boots with two different kinds of leather or other weird shit

>>8831136
Thank you based namefag

>>8830813
Just got those about 2 weeks ago. Really nice boots and I only payed 99 dollars for them. The right shoe came a little wrinkled in the front but they're all good now as long as you remember to shoe tree them. They do run long and narrow so be aware of that.

>>8831342
They look nice in fits? I was shying away since the guy in the sample zappos video tried them on and they looked a lil goofy

>>8820295
i have the same pair. i just wear them with black chinos.

bump

>>8814763

Pants should always be darker, and that looks horrible. Throw in some raw

>>8831374
Yes they look very good and very rugged. I was hesitant after looking at that video too but various inspo pics on the internet finally sold me. The boots came and I couldn't be happier. I pair them with slim tapered raws and they're perfect. It's important that you get the right size or they can look like clown shoes easily. Remember that the width will stretch but not the length.

>>8800360
these look cool, but kind of too, edgy

>>8833340
w2c

>>8833340
these suck.

Look fedora tier with most things, silhouette is just to small, ends up looking like a feminine combat boot on anyone i see wear them.

Also just rubbing it slightly rough will fuck up the leather

Based Alfa M77

>Tfw everything decent in here is at least 200$
I know it's a long time investment but this just isn't affordable as poorfag student

>>8822908
danner mountain lights look great. I'm thinking of picking up a pair

>>8834945
danner's stumptown line has a few gems actually

>>8833378
know any good alternatives

>>8834948
arent those kind of a low?

>>8834807
save up monies. $200 is pennies for a pair of nice shoes

Bought these today - paolo vandini (never heard of it)

what do you guys think?

>>8830067
fishing for answer

>>8809617
post the full version with gary spivey
psychic medium
healer

>>8835227
Anyone know of some like these (all black) but not leather? More canvas like without being chucks

>>8835637
Palladiums come close.

>>8835661
Thanks man I'll check them out

I was thinking about coping something like this.

130 $

Is it a good idea? Which color is better?

I am not tall and have big wide feet. What boot is wide and also slim/not chunky so I don't look like a clown or hobbit. Thinking about desert Mali

>>8835978
hmm I like those. not sure i'm a fan of these "distressed mock military surplus" look

It used to be that whenever someone mention CDB on /fa/ he would get laughed at, hard. What the fuck happened?

>>8837131
People got sick of the virgincore preteen look, because shit is fedora tier?

>>8836659
those look really nice

>>8836659
I'm not sure how I feel about Mali's. They just seem so off. Like, all that happened is they made high top CDBs.
Anybody cop a pair and wanna tell me they are wrong?
I wish they came in more things. I kinda wanna grab a suede pair of boots for fall.

>>8837131
Everyone's growing up and are no longer "being a dick about the things they don't like"
Or something like that.

>>8837142
I've got a pair coming to me. I've seen them in person, I think they look nice. They aren't IRs, but they only cost about 120, so they really don't deserve the comparison. For a cheap boot, I think they kick ass.

>>8837140
>>8837142
>>8837201
been schemin on makin a cop for a while now, but beeswax or black?

>>8837406
Just depends on your primary choice of pant color.

Wear a lot of black? Grab black. Wear indigo/chinos a lot? Grab beeswax.

Gotta say, I'm starting to want to cop a pair of the beeswax malis the more i see them. I already have a pair of Katahdins, but they seem like good autumn boots. Basically between those and some suede CDBs.

>wearing boots casually
>wearing boots simply because its fall, when they serve absolutely no better function than a simple pair of trainers
>not exclusively wearing boots when its either wet or snowing, or youre working on loose terrain, ie when they actually have a function

Fucking retarded. Why not just wear boots in the spring and summer, too?

>>8810384

this brand is excellent, hand made in maine iirc. my room mate had a pair, they were sweet.

>>8837434
I like how boots look, and I like the ankle support. Feel free to cry about it.

>>8837434
Don't.

>>8837434
Because they keep my feet toasty better than sneakers do
:3

But it is just a fall aesthetic man, something with a lot of cultural influence. Boots have just always been a traditional fall/winter shoe, whereas sneakers which are lighter and smaller are a spring/summer thing. You can wear both either time, nobody is stopping you and nobody would bat an eye. It just is a good mix up.

>>8800233
are you a child? How the fuck do you have size 9.5 feet are you even a man?

>>8837463
Projections, projections, projections.

>>8837477
Yes i am projecting my curiosity of someone who wears size 9 and a half shoes. Honestly how small is this person? Or do they just have really small feet?

>>8837406
The black ones have way shittier leather. Mine stretched out like crazy. I have both colors. They're ok.

Boots only look like clown shoes if you have a tiny bitch body in which case you shouldn't be wearing heritage in the first place.

>>8837519
This is after like 8 months of occasional wear. They stretched like a scene kids ears.

thoughts on these bitches?

>>8837501
9.5 isn't uncommon.

Of course you already know that and why am I even taking the b8

>>8837668

i think they look good for the price, almost copped but decided i needed to try them on first - just cant find them in any stores

>>8837434
>trainers

Try telling this to 2011 fa

You're brainwashed

>>8837668
shit leather du
leather one of those things if you skimp on youll hate yourself 6 months down the line

>>8800168
5.11 has some real sexy looks. If you like techwear.

>>8837817
looks fuggin dum m8

Is there anything you should NEVER wear with black boots? I'm trying to organize my fit choices in my head ahead of time. Personally, I'm excited to wear some green chinos with these 1ks

Thoughts?

>>8838046
Khaki makes black books look like cheap crap if you don't know how to do it, and no one does. You will look like a Starbucks employee out on their lunch break.

However, green is amazing and I never see it enough.

Shorts, mid-wash jeans, and white/cream should be avoided.

>>8838067
Proper advice. Thx m8!

>>8817562

they're old levi's 510 back when they were actually skinny

>>8837406
whats the jeans?