Where does everyone get their dress shoes?

[troutman]

For all you hipsters, Dr Martens has a store now at West Edmonton Mall.

http://www.drmartenscanada.ca/store-edmonton

[Travis Munroe]

Originally Posted by troutman

For all you hipsters, Dr Martens has a store now at West Edmonton Mall.

http://www.drmartenscanada.ca/store-edmonton

to the mens shoes - whats with the military style soles on all of them. Maybe if someone wants a more expensive shoe AND one where you should never have to resole them!

[Temporary_User]

Originally Posted by jaydorn

In the interest of full disclosure, I wear a pair of these most days at the office. But I work in advertising, so it's pretty casual.



But I also wouldn't in my right mind recommend Chuck Taylor's as a dress shoe, they fly in some offices, but are far off from what most people would consider a "dress shoe for work".

LOL these are what I'm wearing around the office today (well the hightop version). Also advertising, also casual office.

[Northendzone]

i should note that Aldo does usually have some top notch sales staff.......

[Swarez]

I buy Allen Edmonds when they go on sale, I buy online and usually go to holts or Harry Rosen to check sizes.

Have 3 pairs and best shoes I've ever owned. Avg about 200/on sale.
Retail is usually 3-500

[troutman]

Originally Posted by Realtor 1

to the mens shoes - whats with the military style soles on all of them. Maybe if someone wants a more expensive shoe AND one where you should never have to resole them!

They last forever.

[19Yzerman19]

The internet.

All my shoes are shell cordovan. Buying that stuff in Canada is difficult. You can get Allen Edmonds shell at O'Connors and Brooks Brothers used to do it but has decided not to anymore. So I have to order from the USA. Basically all Alden made.

[bossy22]

Just tried on some Allen Edmonds at lunch. Those are probably the nicest shoes I've tried on. At $350, I need to find a sale though.

[19Yzerman19]

^If you tried a pair on, you probably know what size you need and what model. You can often get new pairs on Ebay for much cheaper than retail. Here are the Park / Fifth Avenues.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_saca...avenue&_sop=15

[Calgary14]

Originally Posted by 19Yzerman19

^If you tried a pair on, you probably know what size you need and what model. You can often get new pairs on Ebay for much cheaper than retail. Here are the Park / Fifth Avenues.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_saca...avenue&_sop=15

Good point. I think this is called "showrooming"

[strombad]

All this talk about Allen Edmonds... is there anywhere aside from Holt or HR that have them? Ideally in the NW?

That eBay page makes them look VERY affordable, I just need to figure out my size.

[MRCboicgy]

Hell, I wear Chucks (with the skateboard insole) at work everyday

[-TC-]

I like Allen Edmonds, they aren't cheap but they are every penny, they also make nice dress boots...

for casual boots I wear Red Wings

[-TC-]

Originally Posted by Inglewood Jack

Would someone actually want a shoe to last 10+ years? You know, with changing styles, age, job position, taste, etc.

that's why you buy a classic style and stay away from trendy...

[GP_Matt]

So, as it happens I am in town tomorrow and have some free time in the morning downtown and a need for a new pair of dress shoes.
Is O'Connors the go to place? I am not looking to break the bank but will pay $200 if it is something that will look good and last.

[Bean]

If you have a car, go to O'connors on 15th ave as a previous poster suggested. That location has far better service and selection than the d/t location - especially for first timers.

Harry Rosen also carries Allen Edmonds however their service is hit or miss with their shoe department.


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[sun]

Originally Posted by 19Yzerman19

The internet.

All my shoes are shell cordovan. Buying that stuff in Canada is difficult. You can get Allen Edmonds shell at O'Connors and Brooks Brothers used to do it but has decided not to anymore. So I have to order from the USA. Basically all Alden made.

Shell Aldens are awesome. Love #8. What all do you have?

[worth]

You won't find any AE's at O'Connors for less than $200.

O'Connors has a sale once or twice a year. If you can get on their email list, they will email you when the sale is. It's usually 30-50% off I think.

[Swarez]

Originally Posted by strombad

All this talk about Allen Edmonds... is there anywhere aside from Holt or HR that have them? Ideally in the NW?

That eBay page makes them look VERY affordable, I just need to figure out my size.

I've bought mine all from there website.

I wait for there sales, 2 for 300/400, factory seconds, 15-50% off. Each happens once a year, you buy in US dollars, but no duty as they are made in the US.

[strombad]

I'm all for rocking the Internet, I just need to try a pair on so I know what size I'm looking for.