Which brand is your favorite under $300? And let me know which brand(s) I’m missing.

@rross5843

4 жыл бұрын

Like the Loake brand I've turned my Son on to your Channel. He's now a Freshman at Morehouse. I figure the earlier he learns about style and quality now. He should come into his own by 30 35. Hopefully sooner.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

That's great, Ryan! I appreciate the referral. Between 30 to 35 is a good age to start really getting into Classic Menswear. I started around that age myself but didn't really fully grasp the concept until I was about 37 38. So he definitely has time.

@mikalrain

4 жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ Same here. 35ish, then about five years to mature.

@sonyfrancois9647

4 жыл бұрын

Great video. What's your take on Magnanni,To boot Ny and Mezlan?

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Sony Francois Hey Sony, I’m very familiar with Magnanni and To Boot Ny and my thought is one can do much better at that price point. Let me know if you have any other questions.

Jesus Christ, this channel is clearly underrated, you definitely need a lot more subscribers. I love your style of clear and fast explaining without unnecessary information and your videography is absolutely on point. Congrats to this banger of a video. Just subscribed!👍🏼

This video demonstrates why this channel is so good. Vlad gets right down to specifics....along with links and prices and everything a guy needs to know. I've never heard of 80% of these brands, but Vlad has never steered me wrong, and he knows the shoe game like no one else.

Great video. You’re on point, as always is the case. Keep it coming.

You've done really well here. Helpful without being snobby about it. Much appreciated.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

It’s my pleasure, fam! Menswear doesn’t have to be all stuffy and serious.

What an absolute find - fantastic information - can't wait to watch the rest of the videos.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words, Eric! I’m glad to be found LOL.

Love ur channel so much great information on where to buy and what to look for,thanks a lot

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, Samuel! I’m glad to hear that the content is helpful.

Awesome video, great production, great pacing. Subscribed.

@v_r_

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard, bro!

Thanks for the useful information 👍

Exeptional video! That what I was looking for! Thanks!

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

Impressive mastery of the topic! Subscribed!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much, Gael!

Thank you sir - very good info

@v_r_

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Craig!

Exellent info Vlad thanks 👍🏻😃

@v_r_

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, Humberto!

Dude! Love your show definitely a fan! Interested in see your take on watch suit combos, Monk Strap when and when not, and colors and fits for slacks.

Love this dude! Well spoken, authentic, up front and honest, informed and experienced. I’ll sub and start watching his portfolio.

@v_r_

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you, fam!

Awesome video, clear, simple, quick and knowledgeable, 10 thumbs up. Thank you !

@v_r_

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for your kind words. I appreciate it!

What a great video! Thank you 👍👍

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, bro! Glad you like it.

I really really appreciate your tips brands Riché.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

I’m glad, Sandro! Let me know if you have any questions about any of them.

Amazing video! Both in terms of content and especially in videography - very polished.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Johan! You’re very kind

👏🏿👏🏿 everything about this video. A lot of quality information.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! That video has been killing 🙏🏾🙏🏾

Great video. Subscribed!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard, John and thank you!

Yooooooo.....dope channel my brother! Great tips! Glad to be a subscriber!! 💪🏾💪🏾👏🏾✊🏾

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

I’m glad that you’ve joined us, bro! Thank you 🙏🏾🙏🏾

I just discovered your channel, bro. Your advice is spot on...and I like your style and presentation. Don't listen to those who criticize your enunciation. You're sophisticated yet down to earth. I understand you clearly. Look forward to checking out more of your videos.

@v_r_

3 жыл бұрын

That means a lot, fam. Thank you!

Outstanding and thank you!

@v_r_

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, sir!

Very cool, thanks.

Thank you for the great content - just subscribed! I’ve been searching for a cap toe Oxford that is more rounded than pointy. I may have found it with the Myrqvist vinterviken style. Any other suggestions in this price range. Are there specific lasts that tend to be this shape?

Great Info. Must Share.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Waylan! I always appreciate your support.

Watched this video a lot of times now. It's become a reference point for me, so thanks for the info. I think it's time for me to upgrade and start building a quality shoe collection.

I like your vibe..suscribed!

Vladimir you are great! I just heard from you in the Elegant Oxford and came to check you out, I'm glad I did...

@v_r_

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the channel and big shoutout to Preston.

Great job sir Riché.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, sir! I appreciate it.

My first time on this channel. Very interesting and well documented. And man, I love your way of saying things. It's like music to my ears.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, bro! I’m glad you’re enjoying the content. Hope to see more of you in the comments.

I like this series!!! Your introducing me to a lot of brands that I never heard of before.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Ivory! I’m always on the lookout for new brands that can help us dress better. I’m glad you found some value in my videos.

Just received a pair of Reading II semi brogue’s (Black) from Herring. Thank you sir! Money well spent. The information in your videos are priceless

Damn... my first time finding your channel and im super impressed. Been looking for a brother than doesnt look forced or corny and is actually stylish and from this video looks like i found that. Salute bro.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your kind words, B! Better late than never LOL.

Excellent tip on Septieme Largeur. I was in Paris this weekend and headed over to their store. Great, helpful staff. Beautiful shoes. I picked up a pair of black Chelsea boots. They look and feel fantastic. Thanks!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

That’s what’s up, Jim! I’m sure they look great.

Great content.

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Thank you kindly!

🔥list and video. Visited the Septieme website last night. Next brand I'm adding to the repertoire. Thanks for the confirmation!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, bro! The website don’t always work properly but their shoes are nice.

Great video. Suscribed

Amazing video 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Thanks a lot for your recommendations. How about DAKS shoes? Is that a nice brand?

I have one word for this wonderful commentary: LUCID!! Semper Fi

This channel is excellent. Continued success.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

That means a lot, Charly. Thank you!

Brother I love your knowledge of mens fashion. Keep up the great work.

Very informative. Very detailed. I would like to hear your thoughts on Peal & Co Brooks Brothers.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Ryan! I’m glad that you enjoyed the video. I have no personal experience with P&C but I’ll look into the brand.

I appreciate your videos vlad, I thought I knew alot of men's fashion I was completely wrong, what I like what you stated was that many people think you have to start off by buying pricey shoes when that is far from the truth. Keep up the good content.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, fam. I’m glad the videos are helping.

“Know what I mean...” 😂

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

I know what you mean, bro LOL

Great Video!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, sir!

Glad you ended up changing your mind somewhat and making a video like this, because I like menswear and have for years, make good money for my age, and still wouldn't consider spending $500-600 on shoes. Just picked up Meermin loafers (my most expensive pair to date), and they seem pretty decent.

Really needed this video!! Just getting back to wearing quality shoes for age 59. Need to get back to my quality classics.

Just subscribed, I dig your style

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for subscribing! I might take some getting used to but I’m glad you dig it LOL

Thank you for doing the Top 10 shoes to buy.

Totally cracked me up with that LV belt comment so true man😂😭 Top video as always tho☝🏽

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, fam!

Hey Vladimir my man! A bit retrospect here and I want to let you know I bought 2 pairs of Lof & Tung loafers as you suggested here. Haha, I am super super happy with them and did my very first video on them. Great color, great smooth leather and great finish overall. Thank you again for introducing such a nice brand. I've already told my best friend to get a pair of oxford from Lof and Tung, for his coming work at Budapest Central Bank this fall.

@v_r_

3 жыл бұрын

That’s what’s up, bro. I’m glad that the shoes worked out for you. I’ll also check out your channel.

@nonbespokeelegance2481

3 жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ Thank you ! Me and my friend are both happy about the Lof & Tung experience. I even sent out an email to Lof & Tung asking for their leather sourcing...haha. But of course they will not tell me that. I was being naive. I've been to NYC for like 30 times in the past 10 years, visiting friends, taking flights, getting interviewed by some securities firm. Hopefully next time I am there, we can meet if this whole COVID panic is over. Really want to meet with you face to face.

I was at Nordstrom Online and decided to search for a review on some Oxfords from To Boot To New York and found you... I don't subscribe to KZreadrs due to my busy day-to-day life, however, you're a gentleman and I love your thought process behind your videos. Subscribed and will tune to your uploads. Cheers from Miami Beach.

Just found your channel. Love this video. I have been looking at shoes around this range and had not heard about a lot of there. thanks. What do you think about Cobbler Union? I think those are going to be the next ones. check them out if you haven't yet.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Asher, I’m glad you like the video. I actually own a pair of Cobbler Union and included them on my list of brands between $300 and $500. The link is included in the description.

I really like your channel. You show that you are very wise in the shoe industry. Also can any of these oxfords be worn in a formal setting?

Hey my brother thank you for the information on shoes

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, Richard!

I love the content that you provide, love the show, and keep up the great work. would you advise where I could purchase vintage, used boots other than eBay or amazon? I'm looking for a pair of the Taft Gladiator boot in chocolate, Is there an online retailer that sells these boots

@v_r_

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I've yet to really get into vintage, unfortunately I couldn't help you there.

Peace King! Your content is on point. What shoe is in the video screen shot? How often do you recommend dry cleaning your suit? And lastly, please recommend where to get flat dress shoe laces.

@v_r_

Ай бұрын

Peace, fam! The shoes are a punched cap-toe balmoral with a perforated swan neck from Septième Largeur. As far as dry cleaning, only as necessary like getting out a tough stain, try to keep it to no more than twice a year. Get your flat laces here: bit.ly/3t1y6pr

@v_r_

Ай бұрын

For the shoes, I have a very similar pair but mine has a medallion: kzread.info/dash/bejne/oHutpK2yhpCwmbg.html

@kinghorsetiger

Ай бұрын

@@v_r_ Appreciate you, fam!

I love your channel and personality already, I am from Saudi and I struggle to find some good fine dressing shoes. This video is the best. Thank you

@v_r_

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, fam! I really appreciate it

I love his advice in the first part of this video: start at $300 unless you catch some awesome sale of some shoes that are a couple of years old that a company needs to clear off the shelves. I'm really digging this channel.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Lawrence!

I’m with you on the American shoe styles. They leave something to be desired like some style swag - visions of my Dad on his way to church in Florsheims or Allen Edmonds.

Meermin is the best bang for buck value shoes out there. They are comparable to Carmina and the only difference is that Meermin outsource most of their labor to cut cost and they're very honest about such fact. I was anticipating Meermin to appear on your list. The fact that you made it number 1 makes me know that you really know what you're talking about, brother. Respect.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Ged, thanks for watching. I do feel that there’s a significant gap between Carmina and Meermin but they’re both good shoemakers.

@gedcanonizado

4 жыл бұрын

Vladimir Riché there is brother. I think there’s just a conspiracy (for lack of a better term) that Carmina and Meermin are sister companies. I may be wrong hehe. But yeah keep up the work brother I just subscribed I forgot to last time. Cheers!

I got meself a Loake 1880 Strand as well, and a Aldwych cap toe oxford too. Hoping to step up to a Carmina soon.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Wear them in good health!

Respect Vlad

@v_r_

3 жыл бұрын

Salute, my brother!

Thanks!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

Have a pair of Loake shoes, love them!

Great video!!! I just started watching you and I love all your tips. One thing I want to say is could speak more clearly? Sometimes I couldnt understand what you said lol. Thanks for the tips again

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Welcome aboard, bro. I have to work on my enunciation and slow down a little bit. I’m glad you like the videos.

Good channel. I like your content

Great video and reasonable list. Spanish brands are amongst the best in the World. I can guarantee. Both: 1. From best price/quality ratio (bang for your buck: Cobbler Union, Crownhill, Tallsem, Lottusse, Meermin, Berwick, Yanko, TLB Mallorca, Carmina, etc.) 2. To the most exclusive and expensive ones (Manolo Blahnik, Magrit, Pura López, Ballerinas, etc.) Plus many highly rated & priced foreign brands (mostly English) do actually order their production in Spain.

Another great video...can't for the life of me understand how you only have small subscribers base. Wait...then again nevermind...nevertheless keep up the great work bro! We are hanging in there with you and I dont miss a video!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

We’re the best kept secret on KZread, bro LOL

Nice list! I would recommend Velasca at this price range :)

Keep them coming

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

I will, Carlos. Thanks for watching!

Patiently waiting for Loake to come back in to availability in the US! I have 5 or 6 Capital last shoes, some of my favs.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Word! I wanted to try their Export Grade really bad.

@pattiboychannel311

3 жыл бұрын

I'm in the UK I have two pairs of Loakes great shoe for the money, I paid £225.00 for my 1880 broque and £170 for my boots.

You just got a new subscriber

My Meermins took about 3 times of wear to break them in but, they are my to go shoes now.

I like your Video bro!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, fam!

Agree with you 100% on Meermin shoes. They take forever to break in but they are pretty good looking shoes. I currently own 1 pair of their shoes and 3 pairs of their boots.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Exactly! Worth the discomfort in the beginning stages for sure.

@pegaines

4 жыл бұрын

What makes Meermin shoes so hard to break in?

great video, suprised you didn't mention the skolyx house brand

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, man! You’re 100% right. If there’s one brand that I can truly say should’ve been in there and I forgot about them, it’s Skolyx SMH

I just bought a pair of Meermin shoes and a belt. I havent got them in yet, but I'm excited to see them

I got a pair of Loake 1880 Aldwych shoes. Love them! They're my first pair of Goodyear welted dress shoes, so I'm in no way a good person to evaluate their quality, but I'm very satisfied with them.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jonathan! From everything I’ve heard, Loake shoes are great.

I purchased my first pair of Black Cap Toe Oxford from Edward and James(Pediwear). Then two weeks later I purchased wingtips from Berwick (Pediwear) I have finally invested in Quality shoes. Now I am looking to move further up on the scale. Thanks for your research

@v_r_

3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad to hear it, Clarence! I hope they fit you great. Wear them in good health.

Thanks.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome, Willard!

Y bought two pairs of Yanko shoes in Barcelona after watching your video. Man those are good shoes...

Thx, the video was quiet informative. Good that you mentioned where these shoes are actually made. Spain & Portugal have a long tradition of shoemaking. Still affordable; no need to buy made in China.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed, some really good shoemakers from those 2 countries. Thanks for watching!

I like your tie on this video so much I bought one myself.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

It’s a nice tie, I’m glad you like it. Ties and pocket squares are my weakness. And shoes...and suits LOL

@bellyhungry

4 жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ My biggest weakness is shoes/boots. The whole spectrum of them - from White's/Red Wing/Viberg/RM Williams to Alden/AE/C&J/Meermin to high fashion SLP. :) PS: I love the vibe of your videos.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, bro. And I need to step up my boots game. I’m severely lacking in that department.

Gorgeous tie!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Charles!

@chuckbuckbobuck

4 жыл бұрын

Vlad, I am a tie aficionado. I hate the look nowadays where someone will wear an exquisite suit and an open collar shirt-yuck! It looks so incomplete. Always looking for a reason to wear a tie and a suit and I enjoy you KZread videos. So many shoe makers I didn't know existed. Too bad Loake doesn't sell their high-end in the states as they look very nice. Getting ready to have a "shoegasm" in New York this April. Plan to buy two Crockett & Jones oxfords and a Carmina as well. Why C & J can't open a shoe store in Beverly Hills, and save me a trip is beyond me. Of course, I can always order by the web but I want to be at the store to gather in the whole experience!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

What’s up, Charles? I’m a tie guy myself and also find every excuse to wear one. I feel like it’s one of those things that can really differentiate you from other well-dressed men. April sounds like it’s gonna be a good time. At least NYC is a dope place to visit, so it’s not all bad LOL. Good luck with your shoes, I’m sure you will love them.

@chuckbuckbobuck

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, I tried them on last time I was in NYC and absolutely loved them. Never wore a pair of shoes that were as comfortable as Crockett & Jones. Ties--I own around 150 of them. You should do a video on ties. I have many Zegna's and a few Brioni's but when it comes to simply great ties for a modest price BROOKS BROTHERS IS THE BOMB! I wear some of their club patterns with a PP oxford cloth shirt by them-straight point only for ties and I feel like I am the president of the United States!

Spot on on those recommendation. I live in Europe and I have most of the shoes on most of the brands you've mentioned. I ended up with multiple pairs of Loake and Meermin. Few more brands to add to the list; Barker, Grenson, Cheaney, etc.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Hey Paul, thanks for watching. I want to try Loake as I’ve heard really good things but they don’t ship to the US for some reason.

@seanjean941

4 жыл бұрын

@@v_r_ Maybe MyUs.com could do a UK-US delivery or any other site. By the way, I wanted to buy Becket Simonon, Cobbler Union or Thursday but won't send to EU. Or if it would then the taxes are astronomical. With the taxes and all then it's better off getting Carmina instead.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Carmina is really growing and have a lot of stores in many different countries. Great choice!

Love the channel man. You should check out Thursday Boots. Just bought two pairs of their cap toe oxfords (Broadway) for around $360 to check them out and they seem very comparable to Allen Edmonds.

So glad I found your page seeing someone that looks like me doing my dream job🙏🏾

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

What’s up, John? I’m glad you like the channel and can relate to it. I was looking for someone like me on KZread and couldn’t really find one so I decided to create it. Let me know how I can help.

Gracias hermano por el video. Thank you brother for educating me, enjoyed your video. Cuídate abrazo fuerte, ciao.

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it, fam! Thanks for watching.

Hi Vladimir , great video, impressive well researched and very informative with quality presentation.Your are KZread’s for most guide to the world of shoes and that includes Mr and Mrs Jacoment of Parisian Gentleman.It is hard to convince young guys to invest in quality shoes as the initial outlay appears to expensive,, but we both know a quality shoe can and will last a lifetime with care.By the way I recommend Loakes the used to be second stringers to the likes of Church and Cheaney etc but they are pushing out some real quality shoes. Again great content your hitting al the marks keep it up as usual have a great weekend Sir.😎

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Adam! Hopefully my videos can convince at least one guy that quality shoes are worth it and the great thing is, they don’t even have to spend a small fortune. You were one of my very first supporters. Thanks for being a part of my channel from the beginning.

@adambailey8592

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you it’s a pleasure to support your channel 👍

Amazing Intro!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

I like that one too. Thank you!

Great video! What do you think about Lendvay and Schwarcz shoes? Handmade in Italy with Blake rapid welt. Best regards from Germany

Vladimir, great video. Question: Where can you find a size guide so you know what size to order in each brand online? If you’re, say, a 10 EEE in Allen Edmonds, can you determine a reliable size in the brand you want? Also, how are these brands’ selections of widths? Thank you for the awesome video!

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

I’d say the best way is to reach out to these brands directly and let them know your size in AE and/or other popular brands and they can gauge your size from that. Most of them have their contact on their website and some of them have affiliate threads on Styleforum.net where you can ask questions to them directly.

@alvinsanchez967

3 жыл бұрын

Allen Edmonds does not use a standard Brannock device but its own scale size. In an Allen Edmonds I'm a size 10 E but in the standard Brannock device size I'm an 11 E. In addition to Vladimir's advice I would suggest finding your size on the standard Brannock device.

As a French I'll obviously recommend you guys to buy from Septième Largeur. But not only because I am French. Throughout the years and my sartorial process, I have bought many shoes, especially from Meermin, Loake and Septième Largeur. And there's one thing for sure : none come close to Septième Largeur when it comes to quality. Yet in terms of price-quality ratio, Meermin is the best to start : cheap and good-quality. After a while though, you might feel you need to take it to the next level, and here comes Septième Largeur... Cheers and btw, it's really cool to hear you man, your Harlem or whatever ghetto accent is genuinely cool to hear (for a French at least haha).

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

I agree, I think SL is a step up from Meermin also. Shoutout to France and thanks for watching!

I'd put Carlos Santos on this list. I know they're on your other list, but they should move like 5 spaces on list for their handgrade line and the patina service should be on this list because it's well under $300. The CS chelsea boot for under $300 is the most beautiful boot I've seen. I got an oxford in wine shadow and it's awesome.

@thscful

2 жыл бұрын

do you find a major diff between the handgrade and non-handgrade line? If so, where is the diff most noticeable? I find their handgrade line colour options are quite limited.

@CJ2345ish

2 жыл бұрын

@@thscful This comment is a little dated because the patina program was nearly $260 when I made this comment, but it's like $325 now I think and I do own a pair of shoes from both. The patina program is nice because of how custom it is and what you can really get if you want. However, I do really like the handgrade line more. I think the handgrade line has better leather that creases better and the color fades better. I love my patina program oxfords because they look beautiful and they break in well, but the leather I don't think polishes as well, ages as well, or breaks in as well as the handgrade line. Also, the extra details on a handgrade shoe make up some of the difference. It does have a closed channel sole and nicely finished sole too. I think both are well worth the money, but no question the handgrade is a better shoe imo. I do agree handgrade line does have more limited styles and that does impact what you can get, but the styles are beautiful still. I would recommend patina program if none of the styles are "I need it" in your view

All those Spanish and Portuguese brands... Not commonly known outside of Europe. You're a true connoisseur, Sir! Hey, add me to the fabulous pre-1K subscribers! 😄

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

What’s up, Mikal? I’m just trying to shed some light on some of these brands that most of my American friends have never heard of. And welcome aboard cause it looks like that pre-1k train is leaving the station soon 😂😂

Excellent video! Do you have any recommendations for quality women’s shoes under $300? I’m looking to pick up some loafers.

I have a pair of suede chukkas from Myrqvist. They have fantastic customer service and really do make an exceptional product. I believe it's the only shoe on this list with a real leather heel stack instead of leather board. I'm super happy with those shoes

@v_r_

4 жыл бұрын

I don’t know a lot of guys personally that own the brand but I’ve heard a lot of good things about them. I’m glad that they’re working for you. I didn’t realize that about the heel stack so that’s good info. Thanks for watching!