In my opinion I'm not sure how your not at 100k your the smoothes menswear advisor to date. Dialog on point with uniqueness and with accurate and recordable information. I'm perplexed about it.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Both of us, Michael and I appreciate your kind words. But I think it comes down to con but my time will come…soon.

@borealmat1889

Жыл бұрын

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@silentsir2446

Жыл бұрын

He had really good momentum, but he disappeared for like a year and fell off the radar. He has to be consistent.

@alexanderzulkarnain9831

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree❤

I own two pairs of TLB and also own Paul Evans, Carmina, Allen Edmonds and it is very hard to justify spending more on shoes than what you get with TLB. TLB is a crazy good shoe!

Glad you're back!

Great video Vladimir. Love the look of these shoes. I need to give TLB a shot!

Thanks for the video. I am definitely going to check these guys out! And it's nice to see that you are a man of your word. That sports coat is 🔥 🔥 🔥!!!!

Fam, back to the basics, much love bro. thanks for the video. Keep up the great work. Saludos mi Hermano.

Welcome Back! Very Nice Blazer. Matches the Museum Leather flawlessly! 😎😎😎

Salute to you, Vlad. Copped a pair of Septieme Largeur Anselme II in brown off your recommendation a while back when you made your list. Really nice pair. TLB Mallorca was on your list as well. Looking forward to a pair in the not so distant future. Bro..really nice to have you back.

Excellent content and deliver Vlad. You take this to a higher level every time. Shoes are your passion bro and your best videos are mostly about them.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ahmed! Glad you like my shoe content. I love making them.

Happy to see you again.

Great video, great taste. I started looking for oxfords under $500. I was building some TLB Mallorcas very similar to these when I decided to find a video on how to properly polish museum leather. That led me to your channel. You just got a new subscriber here. Best of luck and keep it up!

You're a mind reader Vlad! I'm thinking about getting the TLB black cap toe in the Van Gogh last. Great content as always. Two years? That is some will power my friend.

I hope your channel blows up. You deserve it.

A surprise unboxing video! Woo! I love TLB and you're probably the largest reason I took the plunge. I wore a wholecut in the van Gogh last to my wedding. Have you seen their new loafers? Those brown suede tassel loafers are 🔥🔥🔥

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Indeed, bro! Straight fire loafers. I want the polo as I already have a dark brown that they made for me a couple years ago.

Thanks to you, I have 3 pairs from TLB Artista. Beautiful.

You should be at 200k. I've been subscribed forever.

The intro explanation 😂😂 Don’t worry I’m subscribed all this time.

TLB Mallorca - best value around $400 - Goya last F width - very high quality, great fit - excellent shoe!

We've all been hooked brother 🙌🏿

I have 2 pairs from the Artista Line, Burgundy Museum Calf Oxfords, and Dark Brown Hatch Grain Leather Oxfords and I chose a Red Lining for them, my FAVORITE BRAND FOR THE PRICE POINT, EXCELLENT DETAILS.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

What’s up, David? Such a great value, hard to go wrong with the Artista line.

Waiting on that Trinidad shoe review. You know the one I’m talking about!

thank you for talk about Carlos Santos shoes. Its important for the promotion of Portugal products. Once again thank you e congratulations for the channel my friend. From Portugal, i salute you.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jose! I have multiple pairs of Carlos Santos shoes. I love them.

I wrote somewhere in your video collection that I ordered a pair of TLB (some of these days I will mix it up with BLT…) after watching one of your reviews. I got them a couple of days ago and my God; I am a happy camper! Absolutely perfect shoes in every way! I almost cried putting them on. No kidding. And Toni and his crew… fantastic people! I have found a new home for my feet! Thanks Vlad! One moment…. Oh yes! My feet are telling me to give you a digital hug!

@v_r_

6 ай бұрын

I’m so glad to hear that you’re happy with your purchase. They’re excellent shoes and I can’t say enough about Toni and his team. I was wearing my latest pair yesterday and enjoyed every step.

@88kveitekaker

6 ай бұрын

@@v_r_ I sent them a mail thanking them for their stellar products and customer service, and I was very clear about your important part in this! :)

Discipline man, 2yrs with those bangers sitting in the closet wow. I prefer a rounded last as sometimes the elongated lasts makes my foot look a little long. Definitely gonna look at TLB as I have been on Meermin and Spier & MacKay Goodyear welted line but these are a step up in the right direction. Thanks for the content.

That jacket is absolute 🔥 my friend.

Hey vlad Hope you are doing great I subscribed after the intro did not realize i haven’t before 🤣 Wanted to know your thoughts on a black cap toe oxford on the goya last. Would it be more comfortable ? And more classic? Need new pair of shoes for wedding occasions

I luv this dude - he gives me my daily dose of Forest Whitaker - you're hired!

Great video, you really do a great job! I'm wondering about the Carlos Santos shoes you kind of replaced with these. How long did you have them, and how often did you wear them to need 3 re-soles? I just got my first pairs of Carlos Santos and am hoping for them to last a while.

My man, I'm also an extreme shoe enthusiast. I like many brands, but certainly the clean "grown man" look, even with a pair of jeans and polo shirt. Great contents.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lloyd!

I have two pairs of TLB. They have you to thank for that.

Yo fam, glad to see you BIA! I was waiting for this vid, thanks! Keep it going! 😅 to the DM comment. I just re-subscribed

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Haha…welcome back, bro!

You the big uncle of classic men's wear, always!

Great vid Vladimir, thanks again for kick ass content! I was never able to pull the plug on a pair of tlb Majorca since I'm just not keen on a chiselled last (my understanding of that is the captoe area would have a strong edge on both sides). Soft square is the king of lasts I reckon, artista one looks awesome 👍 how does it compare to meccariello (my current fav) , is the last waist as tight?

@v_r_

6 ай бұрын

No experience with Meccariello yet, unfortunately. But they’re very high on my list. Bus as far as TLB, their Goya last is round and doesn’t have those sharp edges.

Great video debating on picking up some tlb's or J Fitzpatrick's for my next shoe it's a hard choice

Vlad have you ever tried Alden shoes? Made right here in Middleboro Massachusetts. You got a few retailers in NY. Alden of Madison Ave carries the stock catalog and they do custom runs also. I got 2 pr boots and 3 pr shoes. Love them because I found a last that fits me great so I can order custom make ups online if they're made in my preferred last. Badass Lord BTW

Subscribed this week…really like the content and presentation. I was wondering. Are You familiar with the brand Morjas and if yes do You like them ? I own two pairs so I was curious if You have experience with them.

I agree that I have several TLB pairs! museum calf is 🔥 even a pair of suede boots. I need to block their emails for a few months 😂😂

Just ordered the Dbl Monk Strap in dark brown from the Artista line. Im going to get the Suede from Carmina next time. I wasn't going to be a few months until i get them,they wasn't in stock so i couldn't wait.

Thanks!

Great video as always. I love Carmina but will give them a try. So the size of the TLB compares with Carmina is what I’m hearing? Again, thanks.

Great video SIr, so.... head to head , carmina vs TLB Artista , who has the better leather, suede,sole and last? Im about to build my dress shoe collection. i want to be sure I'm picking the better option in each category

Time for the hardcover book!

I subscribed during the first video I watched from you. Enjoyed your classes for the same reason; you make “style” tangible and understandable. Thank you.

Still the best! Waiting on my 106 Artista, In burgundy, on the Van Gogh last 🔥

Vlad, TLB is my favorite! I like the new last and yes, Toni is a great guy. About those Carlos Santos, there are cobblers that will replace the welt making those shoes resoleable many more times. Potter & Sons is where I would send my shoes for that type of job. Have you thought about sending those shoes back to Carlos Santos for that repair? Again, I love my TLBs, but I have a pair of Allen Edmonds 5th Ave. in Chili that I seem to wear most often. I'm just saying, Peace!

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

What’s up, Arthur? I’ve thought about it but at this point, I think I’m happy keeping them as just a vintage piece not to be worn again. We had a good run together. But yes, Potter & Sons do a really good job by all accounts.

Good review. You omitted pointed out the closed channel stitching, which is an indicator of a higher quality shoe. And, secondly, do you have to endure the sometimes (but not always) slightly painful process of breaking in a shoe to your foot?

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

You’re right! I’m sure that I’ve mentioned it in earlier videos but none of my shoes have open channel stitching, so I be forgetting to mention it.

You should try a pair of the marble patina j Fitzpatrick line. Really high quality. The brand has come a long way. I want to try the Artista line!

Great vid, big fan of TLB as I have 3 pair!!!! May I ask where do you get your vintage watches from, I’m struggling to find a reputable shop?

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Do you follow me on Instagram? DM me at chace.ryder and I’ll hook you up

@MrCoachab

Жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ sure do, I’ll hit u up there

Vlad, what do you think of their Norwegian split-toe bluchers? They look fantastic on the website, but I wonder about comfort. Thanks!

I've got Carlos Santos but would love to add TLB to my shoe collection :-)

Totally worth 100k subs to BEGIN WITH . 300k shoukd be more appropriate. Dont ever change your style and contents my man everything is just about perfectm youll get there quickly

So much love for TLB, exept for their Rocado Shell (and i m italian) ✌🏻. Horween Forever 🇺🇲

Not sure I would agree 100% about your comments. I have not had the chance of trying TLB but from a leather and last options Carmina offers more flexibility at least. In terms of price Andres Sendra is in a competitive brackett with much more offerings of colors. J Fitzpatrick also plays in the spanish made realm and you could also include Meermin in the bunch even when manufacturing is in China. Once I get a chance of trying TLB Ill come and revisit my comment. Thanks for sharing and also the content!

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! Keep in mind that I’m giving my opinion, of course. And I do agree that some of the brands that you’ve mentioned do have a wider range of options than TLB does as they’re still a very new brand. With that said, if one is comparing apples to apples. Meaning the same exact style from all those brands that you mentioned, TLB would be the clear winner IMO. That’s not to say the others are bad btw. But once you’re able to check out the Artista line in person, please let me know what you think.

@vietdungnguyen6407

Жыл бұрын

IMO, TLB has a more impressive oxford collection than other oxford shoes from brands in the same segment, especially those made from the Van Goth and Picasso lasts. Carmina has an advantage over TLB in that they have hundreds of designs, different types of leather, and lasts to cater to various customer groups. In addition, they have the Inca last with a beautiful almond toe in this segment, something I find TLB still lacks. However, the quality of the finishing and the recent customer service of Carmina is often very poor. J Fitzpatrick usually focuses on designs that are more creative and casual, they cannot compete with TLB when it comes to formal designs. Meermin falls into a much lower segment; their quality of finish and the aesthetics of their lasts cannot compare to the above-mentioned brands. As for Andres Sendra, I have not experienced their shoes, so I have no comments.

Sir, please review a pair of Yearn shoes

@v_r_

9 ай бұрын

As you wish 👉🏾 kzread.info/dash/bejne/aGeJybGLj5a3hbA.htmlsi=LiwmS5oWj-gFaQmv

So how do you feel about clear or red shoe bottom protectors?

What are your thoughts on Justin Fitzpatrick Footwear? Have you been to his boutique in the city?

Can you imagine trying to take that girl from the intro out on a date? The hoops she would make you jump through 😂 As for the shoes, probably best goodyear welted shoes from Europe at that price point. I only have one pair from TLB, a SpTD I picked up during the pandemic. Gotta be honest though I love them, they are my most worn ones.

you've gotten me to order these but they don't have plain cap toes in dark brown, just the punched stuff, I have to go custom, would you choose boxcalf or vegano if you hadn't gone for museum?

Thanks, sir a while back you were kind enough to recommend a source for dress sneakers that I need to wear due to my disability, can you remind me of that source please?

Can you do a review on Cobbler Union?

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

That could happen in the future. They’re a nice brand.

I love the look of my TLB Artistas. But unfortunately the shape doesn't quite match my feet. I have a wide foot but a slim ankle, and these gap just a tad too much. Turns out the Detroit EEE last from Carmina works fantastic for my feet. As for TLB, I'll be switching my focus to their boots, but I can't get along with their shoes. Such a shame, because they are beautiful. (My most recent pair is a 195 in burgundy Museum calf without medallion.) Edit: I see that yours are gapping quite a bit at the ankle too...

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

I’d say you have to buy the shoes that work for your feet. It doesn’t matter how nice they are if they don’t fit. As far as the gaping that you see, the funny thing is I’ve never seen it before but then I think I know why it happened. I’m using a gimbal and recording my own shoes. So I’m bent over at the waist putting a lot of pressure on them. It’s not there when I’m standing and walking straight. I hope that makes sense.

Do you have a casual menswear video? Or an updated version? For men 25+

Fabulous shoes. Very tempted by TLB but worried about fit so good to hear some feedback on sizing. And while I'm at it do some people think subscribing is like marrying someone? Just subscribe girl.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Buying shoes online are always tricky especially if you have unusual feet like I do. As far as homegirl, she’s clearly afraid of commitment 😂😂

Planing on geting a pair of artista 113. The only thing... i like my stuff to look best as much as possible and leather souls are getting rough after just one day. How can i make them last longer, how can i protect the souls? I'm thinking on buying som rubber souls shoes instead all thou i really want thos artista 113, any advice? Thank you!

Hey Vlad how is the width on these shoes. Im a UK 7 also but shoes are usually tight in the toe and my foot spills over the welt.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

I’d say they run regular but their custom program has 2 wide widths to choose from, G and H.

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Sounds like she's looking for a high value man. Really wished you and Kevin Samuel could have done a collab, it would have been 🔥!

Hi Vlad, I noticed some gaps during your walking I'd like to ask you is the gaping problem appears with tlb or not? Because I was annoyed a lot with my Vass shoes and I want to try tlb What's your opinion

@hassanassaf7072

4 ай бұрын

By the way I am a big fan of you from Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

@v_r_

4 ай бұрын

I have flat feet, hence the slight gape that you noticed since they have a thin waist. It has no effect on comfort whatsoever FYI.

I don't trust online only shoe brands but Tlb Mallorca looks great. I'm headed to budapest in less than a week and will need to drop by the vass store

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Highly recommended. There’s nothing like seeing and trying on the shoes in person first.

@jchong416

Жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ just bought some a pair of vass and the customer service is top notch. Maybe I'm spoiled that I expected that I could get the exact type of shoe I wanted in the size I wanted but they did have something that I wanted when I saw it. A little more flashy than I'm used to wearing but nobody in the office can touch me ever.

What last is your shoe called? Do they all have the fiddle back waist

Just about to pull the trigger on the TLB 35 / VELAZQUEZ / MUSEUM CALF BURGUNDY split toe Derby - based on your feedback on the brand. Anything I should know???? Im in the EU so shipping is free...and I'll buy with the shoe trees. Any discount codes?? by any chance? Thanks Simon.

@v_r_

6 ай бұрын

That’s a great choice, the Velasquez is a nice derby last, you won’t be disappointed.. Unfortunately, they don’t have any discount codes but they’re priced well. Happy New Year and enjoy the shoes. Tell them you’ve seen me talking about them.

@simonmoses4023

6 ай бұрын

@@v_r_ For sure I will mention you. I was also thinking, maybe I can give you a " subscriber review" and send you some pictures...as you were to one to intro. me to the brand. Share another subscribers view on the shoes, the ordering process etc. What do you think? Cheers, Simon

Completely agree, I have 3 pairs of TLB now and if I'm looking in this price point I don't even look at other brands anymore.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

It’s crazy, bro! I do have a brand that I’ll be unboxing soon that has something to say about that but it’s good for us. Stay tuned!

@toobalkain

Жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ just please don't say it's Bridlen.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Nah! I haven’t tried them

Hey Vladimir, how would you compare this Museum Calf - Brown color to the 9393 Carlos Santos GUIMARAES PATINA?

@v_r_

4 күн бұрын

The CS’ mottling is more subtle. You can see it better on the TLB.

@foodandbourbon7737

4 күн бұрын

Would you say the CS 9393 is a darker shade of brown than the TLB Museum Brown?

@v_r_

4 күн бұрын

@foodandbourbon7737 I sold them since they didn’t fit well, so from memory I’d say yes.

Great review but why are you not a fan of wholecuts?

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

I don’t love the aesthetic but the biggest reason is because they’re more prone to heavy creasing because it’s just one piece of leather across the vamp.

@mikemacheese7174

Жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ cool.

A) What the hell is up with your fan enjoying the excellent content you create and holding back that SUB….must be a hater. B) Absolutely beautiful shoe, I only own Allen Edmonds & one pair of Herrings. I’ll definitely look into this company. Have a great day….stay sharp my friend.

I’m currently building my made to order custom 110 Artista’s in museum calf, but I’m torn between the Van Gogh & Picasso lasts. What do you suggest Vladimir?

@foodandbourbon7737

25 күн бұрын

I love the fit of both last.

@v_r_

25 күн бұрын

Congrats! They fit the same so it really just comes down to preference. The Picasso is probably the more common shape with its soft square while the Van Gogh is a mixture of round and soft square, sort of like an almond shape. I’m a fan of both but prefer the Van Gogh slightly. Btw if you use my link to get to their site, I’ll earn a small commission at no cost to you. Thanks in advance! bit.ly/TLBmallorca

@foodandbourbon7737

23 күн бұрын

Thank you. Speaking of TLB Are the Jr rendenbach soles thicker than their regular soles?

@v_r_

15 күн бұрын

@@foodandbourbon7737 Not quite at least I don’t notice a difference. It’s the way that it’s tanned that makes it last longer.

Hey man, you have a such an unique name))) First I thought you have a slavic nationality or maybe have a some roots from there)

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

I’m from Haiti where the name Vladimir is not uncommon. Plus my dad liked Russian names. But yes, it starts a lot of conversations.

Museum calf has been on my list for a while. No that I really need any more shoes.

Is Van Gogh wider than Picasso?

@v_r_

6 ай бұрын

No! They fit exactly the same.

👍

Hey Vlad, did that piece of lint on your cuff ask to be in the shot? Jk😂 🎶Intro🎶

Crockett & Jones. M.

🗽Bx💪🏾💯

So it the day of the draft young men have been choose to to play in league in which will change there lives and I watching the suits and I am like yikes !!! so I figure why not ask what sports commentator dress the best Shannon sharp Stephen a smith Louis ridick

Video is a bit dark. Maybe less filter?

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Are you sure? I don’t get that at all on my end. What part?

@Dominicreviews

Жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ The entire video. It looks like you put an instagram filter. Maybe it's my phone? Edit - Not dark, just looks like a filter.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Ok, got it! I’m still working on my color grading to get it just right.

What a problem to have, shoes in a box for 2 years 🤣

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Haha…no clue how I did it, AD!

@anthonydaniels5910

Жыл бұрын

They are definitely hot, and have stolen your sock colors….I rock dark crimson and dark hunter green

Yearn is same price but handlasted and hasndwelted.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Not the same price at least not in the US. Yearn is $480 and TLB is $408.

@toobalkain

Жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ that makes TLB considerably cheaper in US, €360 vs €450, in EU both TLB and Yearn are €450.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Got you! Yeah they’re less expensive here. Back when I did my first unboxing, they were way less than Carmina here but in Europe, they were more. But Yearn is an unbelievable value. I have an unboxing coming in the next couple weeks.

@toobalkain

Жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ thought that might be it. Bridlen is Indian, The Gentle Gazette recently did shoe rankings, called them a Japanese brand, placed them in A tier with Carlos Santos and ranked Carmina as B tier. Kosta at Misiu Academy trashed Bridlen, though, heel too long, balance and proportions off, the heel part of the upper way too high, the cap protruding over the outsole up front, nice leather, though. You'd be a good guy to provide a take on them

😂 you know why

Too bad they don't sell size 15 mens

@silentsir2446

Жыл бұрын

Which is where Carmina has them beat. Way more options, and look just as good.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

IDK too many shoemakers that stock size 15. Have you reached out to see if they can customize one?

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Carmina is a bigger name and has been around much longer, so it would make sense for them to have a lot more variety at this point.

@silentsir2446

Жыл бұрын

Of course...which is where Carmina has them beat. Theyre alot bigger and more established with more variety. Just like one could also say that: of course TLB will have greater attention to detail, as theyre doing much lower output & much less volume, so each pair should have a certain level of refinement. Both shoemakers have their advantages, based on what one is looking for.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

I agree! What I was saying is if you’re comparing apples to apples, for example a style that they both carry, then I’d go with TLB.

Sigh

@0:40 I think she's a hater. See what I did there? 😂

From what I'm observing it seems that channels like these preach fashion like it's a religion. Either you're a devout follower or you're not. Geez.. man. Fashion comes and goes. I'm not convinced that women are looking you up and down and passing judgement on every facet of your wardrobe. C'mon , you think they're looking at your shoes and thinking - "Bingo, this is definitely the man for me" ?

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

That’s where you wrong, my friend and must he new here. This isn’t a fashion channel, this is a style channel. Style is eternal, the principals that I talk about are the same ones that my dad was preaching 35 years before me and my sons will be after I’m gone. Please do not confuse me with other KZreadrs, I’m different. And lastly, I don’t dress for women although that helps that they appreciate it, I dress for me.

@AdamJones381

6 ай бұрын

I don't think a woman would fall in love with you based on what you are wearing, but if you are wearing crap clothes she mightn't give you the opportunity. I think it is a factor among a few. It isn't that hard to improve your style, and making a good start watching this video.