Journal articles with Mike’s thoughts on various Alden related topics.
I have long been lusting after a beautiful pair of Alden’s highly coveted Alden for Brooks Brothers Unlined Color #8 Shell Cordovan Penny Loafers. I have actually owned this shoe in the past, but...
Living in San Diego, the perfect loafer is the Whiskey Shell Cordovan loafer. It just fits in perfectly with the vibe of San Diego. Because of my enamored state with Whiskey Penny Loafers, I...
In addition to creating this blog and fairly actively participate in StyleForum, I have an Instagram Account dedicated to my passion for fine mens shoes. Today, I hit my 1,000th post on instagram. It...
This is the third posting in my Essential Three Posts, a short series of posts on the three Aldens that you should get given your typical dress attire. Although Alden makes absolutely classic dress shoes, their...
This is the second posting in my Essential Three Posts, a short series of posts on the three Aldens that you should get given your typical dress attire. For this one, I decided to take...
Introducing the Essential Three, a short series of posts on the three Aldens that you should get given your typical dress attire. Your daily attire is a suit. You have to wear neck-ties every...
This is the first post in a new series of articles that I am calling Store Spotlights. The intent of these posts are to give everyone a stronger sense of what each store is about. I...
I have now had the opportunity to travel to New York City a few times of the past 12 months and thought that a post on visiting the various Alden and higher end shoe...
When I think of Alden Boots, my mind naturally drifts towards the Commando Sole.The Commando sole is a great option for those who want comfort, but also need superior performance in inclement weather. This...
The welt is the strip of leather that runs along the edge of the outsole that is the attachment point between the outsole and the strip of canvas (gemming) that is cemented to the inside of...
