Thanks for sharing your thoughts on our shoes, Preston! Amazing video quality and images as always!

@Justmyopinionlol

3 жыл бұрын

what does CNES stand for? Is it like Vietnamese for west east north south....?

@cnesshoemakerinternational8036

3 жыл бұрын

@@Justmyopinionlol It's an acronym for Classic, Noble, Simple & Elegant

Glad you're back, Preston!😀

I believe CNES is actually a Vietnamese brand and is produced there, it’s just that their international arm operates out of Singapore. Since you’re brunching out to Asian brands, I would love to hear your thoughts on Jalan Sriwajaya shoes, they’re an Indonesian brand with a strong lineup

@cnesshoemakerinternational8036

3 жыл бұрын

We are indeed a Vietnamese brand, all shoes are proudly crafted in Vietnam!

@duytanmai8590

3 жыл бұрын

Im Vietnamese and you are correct.

@diegorenevelasquez

3 жыл бұрын

This is absolutely correct. I first came across CNES whilst living in Singapore where I purchased two pairs. They shoes were amazing. Then, during a trip to HCMC Vietnam, I sought out the CNES store. I purchased 15 pairs of shoes, from boots, dress shoes and driving shoes, loafers etc... The quality is truly excellent. For some of the dress shoes, I played around by dying them in differing colors (using Preston’s techniques) and have to say that `I am blown away by how they look. I get compliments everywhere I go on my shoes. My only criticism is that the last has little arch support. So if you have high arches, you may want to take this into consideration. Otherwise, CNES is truly awesome!

@andhikamaharetsi625

3 жыл бұрын

I always thought CNES is a singaporean brand :D I heard that Jalan Sriwijaya is actually owned by Fortuna Shoes as their international brand. need some enlightment here

@chiragchadda

3 жыл бұрын

@@cnesshoemakerinternational8036 Which tanneries do you source your leathers from?

Congratulations on the good news, Sir! Blessings for the growing family!

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on our shoes, Preston! Amazing video and audio as always!

Hey Preston! Glad you're back but there's no need to apologize, take care of your family first. We'll always be here to support regardless of your upload schedule!

Congrats on the 2nd baby coming! Hope and your whole family stays safe and well.

Glad your back. Love your videos. These look really good. I’m really digging the fiddle and spade welt on them.

Nice to see these up close. Very impressive shoes for the price point. Great review!

Hopefully she get better and it's always a pleasure to see your videos

Let's just polish it quickly *proceeds to do a mirror shine*

Family first. Stay healthy. Be happy. All the best to you and your family.

Great review Preston. I’ve been looking at these balmorals for quite awhile. CNES is a company that’s been hard to find much info on. Please do more shoe reviews on these types of brands. Thanks!

He’s back ladies and gentleman!

Glad you are back and your wife is doing just fine.

very excited for this video!

I have a pair of dark brown suede Belgians coming in soon. The shoes look great and they’re an excellent price as well. Can’t wait!

Hi Preston I just watched your video (living in France), and as my elder son is living in Singapore for now and is getting married next month (we can't be there due to covid), I sent him all information. He just went at CNES today and found a very nice pair of Ringo's, that I was happy to offer him. Best regards! Philippe

Congradulations man!

I love the channel and your in depth descriptions on various techniques for shoe care. Please consider doing a review of several brands comparing various styles, price points, construction and material quality and value for the money. Thanks.

Nice to see you back. Could you make a video in the future about the quality of the uppers, like what kind of creases appear, etc..

Gorgeous shoes! Seem well worth the price point. They could also benefit from broadening their size range.

Hi Preston, glad to see you back, I hope your wife is better now. Nice video as ever, would like to see someone review some English brands such as Loake or Cheaney.

Holy heck I just ordered the exact same pair (BR1-AM)! Wanted a pair of black cap toes from them but they didn't have my size, so I settled on these brown balmoral quarter brogues. Hope they'll fit well.

5:14 did they write his name on the inside of the shoe?

I love that you continue to wear your 6309! Watch guys get it. Cheers and best wishes!

Great review Preston. Shoes are impressive - finishing for price is excellent. English mid market makers dragging behind!

Great work as usual. Might want to check out handmade welted shoes from china called jim jun. Pricing around €500. Thank you for the CNES review. Always live ur show....cheers

Congratulations!

Hope the Missus is feeling better. Loved the pic of your daughter in the Doc Martens‼️ This review was very insightful... I have an opportunity to get a pair of black balmorals for $170 so this review was timely as well‼️😉😂

Thanks for another great video. I'm learning so much! Btw have you ever done a video on the Abbeyhorn Deer Polishing Bone? I've seen the tool online but have no idea how it should be properly used.

Ah mate, was wondering where you were on KZread.....looking after you wife and kids - respect :-) Hope all is well. Just bought a pair of Alfred Sargent split toe derby boots second hand from eBay! I intend to refinish when they arrive.... Best Tony

OMG, CNES is a shoemaker in our country, own some pairs from em.

They look great. You might want to look at the Hartt shoe company in Canada, closer to home than Singapore.

Nice video as always. Try Septième Largeur shoes out of France. They are under Carmina in terms of quality but they are also way way cheaper. You can get them for less than 200 € on sale. I have 2 pairs and the uppers are fairly durable

I am a new subscriber. I have a new found interest in fine quality shoes... thank you.

London-based Oliver Sweeney also use the Bologna Goodyear welted construction technique.

I like the shoes, but I worry about the sizing, and returning a pair to Singapore is not cheap

I do own one, for sizing D, get the E, E get the EE. Nice shoes. Reasonable priced shoes.

You can use the paper the shoes were wrapped in to put them in shoe bag together, that’s what I do at least

@TheElegantOxford

3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea!

Would love to see some Hartt, John Doe, or Spier & Mackay shoes

Hello Preston, 3 months ago you posted a video in which you used an airbrush for shading, and it seemed you took a liking to it. I’ve learned so much from you, but even after your helpful videos about shading, I am having trouble maintaining my precision. Does an airbrush take care of the majority of the shading work? Thanks.

Not sure you’ve done this yet but it be nice to see a review of Beckett simonon from Colombia.

Great job, Preston! Enjoyed the review! I know you have a wide foot, are these MTO? Or do they make shoes for an E or 3E?

Great video,i would like to see to you colour a sneaker (something like white nikes af1) like a dress shoe.

Good to see you back! Best wishes to you and your family, I hope your wife feels much better. Does CNES offer eee width shoes?

@hatimkhalifa

3 жыл бұрын

Yes they do but as MTO

@cnesshoemakerinternational8036

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, we offer ready stocks shoes in EEE width from US6 - US10 currently. Will be expanding size ranges for future releases!

@MD-mm1zv

3 жыл бұрын

CNES Shoemaker International Hi! Nice looking merchandise. I'm interested...so, how do I shop and buy? Also, if one wears 9.5 D US (Allan Edmonds), what would be the same fit in your shoe (not all fits are the same, even in the same size). Thanks

@cnesshoemakerinternational8036

3 жыл бұрын

​@@MD-mm1zv Our shoes tend to fit 1/2 size bigger than most brands. So please size down as a general guideline. US9.5D = CNES 45E. So please get a size 44E. In wider widths, you can size down to 43EE/EEE. We don't want to flood this with sizing enquiries. So please drop us an email sales@cnes.co and our team will follow up with you. Sizing chart - www.cnes.co/pages/sizing-chart Thank you very much! CNES Shoemaker

@CrispyFrenFry

3 жыл бұрын

This is such great news! I look forward to looking through your categories to find something that fits well. Alas, I have eee width feet and suffer from flat feet so a proper fit is difficult to get.

One of these days I’d like to here what the meanings or story behind the Elegant Oxford crest is.

Preston, next time I am in your neck in the woods, I must go on a training course taught by you

I think you should make video about Thursday boots. Review it, shine it, etc

Hi Preston It's been a minute since your last video, I'm happy to watch your video today I just bought a pair of shoes from Mercanti Fiorentini, are you familiar with this brand? take care of your of your wife my best regards for both of you.

Wow. Those are really good shoes. The Balmorals are beautiful. Kind of reminds of me Yohei Fukuda. Great review, Preston as always. I came across a brand of good year welted shoes from India which I have been eyeing - Bridlen. Any chance that you have seen or plan to review them? They are priced very reasonably if you check out their website.

Have you heard or reviewed dress shoes from Fortuna in Indonesia. I believe they make the Jalan Sriwijaya shoes in Singapore too.

prices seem reasonable on the website

what kind of leather is used to make good quality shoes? chrome tan or veg tan?

Hi there! I have a question, have you ever heard of Crownhill shoes? They are Spain based and I’m an occasional client. I think they are well constructed but I will lime to know your opinion. Thanks and keep with the awesomeness.✨

Those are really nice shoes for a great price

Think I’m gonna start checking out thrift shops I live in the oldest per capita place in American south west fl. I bet I could find tons of them. I want a pair of the John lobb monk strap if I can find them

What do you know about a company named "Undandy"? They're in Portugal, and offer what appears to be a decent shoe for a reasonable price. *However;* rather than Goodyear welt, they use Blake Rapid Construction. It would be interesting to see and hear about the pros and cons of that type of construction! They have a "design your own" option, and I did a dry run. I created a simple, calfskin, cap toe oxford for €178. It might be worth your time to check them out!

This review sorta sounds like Patrick Bateman talking about his shoe collection lol but I love the channel.

I have a pair of their balmoral BQ1 in black and they’re easily my sharpest looking shoe. 👌

@TheElegantOxford

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! I’m glad you like them

@majdie2720

2 жыл бұрын

How did you find their fit and sizing? I’m considering taking treeing a pair…I’m a med width, unsure if to order an E or EE in CNES width.

Wanted to get a pair but doesn't have my size by default. My 10.5D US needs pre-ordering to get a pair, which doesn't qualify for any discounts

hello, how can we provide this box that you present, does it work for all leather shoes.

Would love to see a review of morjas shoes. Instagram is full of influencer marketing, but I want to know if they are worth the money.

How would you say these compare to cobbler union? Also regarding the boglna goodyear welt construction, Santoni makes some but theyre also 4x the cost of CNES shoes.

@TheElegantOxford

2 жыл бұрын

I’d say Cobbler Union is better personally if I had to pick one. They are a fantastic deal

You should check brodo from Indonesia

I just added the BR-1 to the cart and when I was going to pay for it they ran out lol

Does anyone have experience with CIE shoes from China and how Cnes compares quality wise?

Review Fortuno Shoes / Jalan Sriwijaya

Hello Preston, as always great content, if i may id like to ask your opinion on which is better between Meermin and Cnes, what are your thoughts?

@TheElegantOxford

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, Christian. CNES has finer details for sure but it’s a little more expensive. You can’t go wrong with either.

@christiancastillo3043

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheElegantOxford thanks man, it's great to have somebody like you covering this topics, you facilitate our process and decision.

I guess you could say they're elegant oxfords.

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Enjoyed learning about this brand, and would enjoy your review of Corthay.

No more shoe cleaning and optimization?

Wayman Bespoke!!

Just a little piece of advice, Preston: Don't let the need to make videos or consumerism drive you into buying expensive shoes that you really don't need. A college fund for a kid or something that important is always a primary option. Thanks for your videos.

@TheElegantOxford

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, Lohengrinknight I don’t pay for the shoes I feature for the review series. Being the Elegant Oxford has its perks. That being said, I am not paid or asked for a positive review. These are my honest thoughts.

@lohengrinknight

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheElegantOxford, then receive my apologies and my congratulations in getting those nice shoes as perks for your job.

Can I send you a pair from A company from El Salvador??

They only go to a US 14 :(((((

I’m a woman that loves men’s shoe. Any tips on sizing these for women?

@wyattc.4455

3 жыл бұрын

Recently I’ve been looking into women’s Oxford shoes for my mother, so this may help you. The biggest trouble you will find is that men’s shoes are much wider than women’s, and even women with wide feet report that men’s oxfords still look very masculine on them. If you don’t mind that, I think you subtract 1.5 from your women’s shoe size and that will fit, but it will be roomy. Another website said subtract 2, so you may need to look into it.

@donnaryan3162

3 жыл бұрын

Wyatt C. Thank you. I will try a few styles out.

That CNES logo bothers me a ton. Why not just leave N S E where they should be on the compass and replace West with the C? I don’t get it

@TheElegantOxford

3 жыл бұрын

Hmm good question. I have no idea! Sometimes companies hire firms to make logos for them. I don’t know what the reason could be.

@cnesshoemakerinternational8036

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, CNES is an acronym for Classic, Noble, Elegant and Simple. Qualities we like our shoes to be associated with. The compass symbol represents the history of indochina as a trading hub. Hope this clarifies!

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Best wishes for ur wife.

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To me reviews don't hold a lot of value if you're going to be optimistic and enthusiastic about every single shoe. I don't think you've ever reviewed shoes with dodgy constructions or where they clearly cheaped out on a few parts.

@TheElegantOxford

3 жыл бұрын

Hey, Tom. I don’t think I would ever review a pair of shoes I don’t recommend. I wouldn’t waste money/ time either buying or asking to receive a pair I think isn’t up to par. That doesn’t mean all shoes I’ve featured are made at the same quality and I’ve clearly elaborated on the different levels of quality you are getting from different brands. Remember, it’s up to YOU to conduct the proper research before you buy any pair. Watch more reviews than mine on companies you are interested in. My videos are simply my honest thoughts, you may have a different experience or different preferences. Why would I purposefully review a pair I know had bad construction? I’ve clearly mentioned issues I have with brands in my reviews, multiple times in fact. Pay closer attention. Have you watched them completely because I even mentioned a complaint I had with CNES in this very video.

@tomm7354

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheElegantOxford You could conciously review subpar shoes to educate your audience on what to look out for. I enjoy your videos and I like that you review different brands. It just seems like you are excited about every pair of shoes and it starts to look more like an advertisement compared to an actual review with pros, cons and comparisons.

@TheElegantOxford

3 жыл бұрын

Tom, I have pointed out negatives for pairs various times across my reviews and videos, it seems you just haven’t seen them or haven’t watched the whole video. I am not going to go buy a pair of Cole Haans just to purposely trash them. That’s not the purpose of my review series. My audience already knows the parameters I’ve set for these types of videos. I am introducing you to brands I think are worth it. I have already returned pairs sent to me by companies because I felt I couldn’t honestly recommend them. I’m not here to trash brands, I’m here to educate my audience on what to look for. I receive absolutely no money for my reviews. Of course I’m enthusiastic. That’s what people watch my channel. I’m simply not the type to view every pair skeptically. I give brands the benefit of the doubt, always highlight positives but absolutely have and do point out areas that need improvement. Again, watch the videos in their entirety.

@TheElegantOxford

3 жыл бұрын

FYI here are the issues I mentioned with CNES: 1. Shoes only come with one shoe bag instead of two. I have mentioned in almost every video that I don’t prefer that. 2. Welt Fudging is not stark or pronounced as I like but it’s passable. 3. Finish issues and discoloration with the Winstons. 4. The shoes lasts are not as dynamic as what you’d see on other brands. What more do you want? What issues did you see that I didn’t mention? Now the positives are great. For $260 you get a very beveled waist, a beautiful balmoral design, and quality details. It would be wrong to make up negatives to appear “neutral” or honest. The shoes are absolutely worth the money. I wouldn’t have even made a video otherwise.

I didn't like the last at all ...it looks like the shoe is disabled 🤪

CNES? Could they come up with a less sexy name? Would have to see the leather. Sure they are ok for $ but assume they have that plastic look and feel up close. Sure it polished over by this master polisher. Good video. Stomach bugs suck@

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