carmina vs meermin sizing

I have loafers on their Xim and they're too big for my by a hair. I could wear these with my really thick winter socks if I wanted to. From a comfort perspective these are unrivaled for the price, similar to how I have heard Baudoin & Lange described. I wear the same size in rain shell as in xim unlined. Update: had to take the leather insert out, just couldn't deal with how shallow the toe box is. Thats the opposite advice I received on rain from someone else. Maybe something in the weight of the shoes or its balance, but nothing apparent in construction. I'll only really be taking 2030 in 8.5 for 2017-2020 made pairs. Ended up selling years later. Take your size in any standard UK shoe (Cheaney, crockett, loake, alfred Sargent, churchs) and add half a size. The brand focuses on doing the basics well and I recommend it to every friend of mine that wants to try goodyear welted shoes for the first time. The alternative is leather board read the rest of the article and youll see it. Never felt loose. if(typeof ez_ad_units!='undefined'){ez_ad_units.push([[250,250],'footslide_com-medrectangle-4','ezslot_6',108,'0','0'])};__ez_fad_position('div-gpt-ad-footslide_com-medrectangle-4-0');The top-grade Shell Cordovan Leather material used to make Carmina shoes is surely one of the best in the world for dress shoes. !!! Had the same experience with a pair of Oxfords from them and asked their sales rep about it. Carminas actually have better fits than Meermin shoes. Little bit of heel wiggle room. I have to say that influencers, like Andreas Weinas, who keep plugging those kinds of brands using superlative language bear some of the responsibility for misleading people. The quality would probably tell more in the calf than the suede too, so makes sense to do it that way around. The last is generally nicer, finer finishing elements are nicer, fewer corners are cut in certain areas, etc. They are amazing shoes. Doc Martens or Loake 1880 for Chelsea boots ? You might also care more with a dress oxford than a casual loafer. My issue with C&J is that the range of G fits has been reduced significantly. They have a lot of life left in them. Viberg 1035 8.5: Its a great looking last, heel is massive. While a bespoke suit might of course feel a bit better in how it fits and how you can move, it isnt really more comfortable and better for the health of your body compared to a midrange full canvas suit, in the same way as bespoke shoes. Unfortunately they offer less Goodyear welted shoes these days. I have this problem as well. I have, however, experienced considerably worse service at some of the establishments of allegedly higher grade companies, whose products I could easily afford, but whose customer service proved to be a very effective deterrent. I hope that makes sense. Leo 9.5E: Excellent fit with thin socks. Carmina shoes are more comfortable, stable, flexible, durable, and stylish than the Meermin shoes. It is relatively easy to find them discounted, Apologies if this question is in the wrong place. Ive found having slowly worked my way up the chain that in terms of value for money, its Cheaney, Trickers and Alfred Sargent which have ultimately paid off. We also get your email address to automatically create an account for you in our website. MP/Barrie 9.5E: Excellent fit right out of the box with thick or thin socks. 5 years ago, I probably would have bought an Oxford of some kind. I suspect the 1035 in 9.5 would fit me perfectly. This I find quite interesting, since you certainly arent the only one. Carmina shoes are more comfortable, flexible, and relaxing than the Meermins. They are both leather lined with a full leather insole and both have a Goodyear welted single leather sole. I acknowledge I am emotionally attached to AE, it was the first quality brand I could access. Although the quality is nothing to write home about, they are incredibly comfortable. Arch support was a bit painful the first wear but feels great after a few hours. Meermin offers loafers in simple colours of black, brown, copper, tan, and navy. Perhaps Alden, which usually has the option for lots of widths? I cant imagine very people are going to buy a sports jacket or merino sweater there. Leather board can, and top-end shoes use pure leather, which adapts even more. Berwick uses corrected grain for some of its models (this is what stopped me from buying a pair). Wapmaxi Time To Change 2015Meermin & Carmina Boot Sizing and Review Hey all, been a bit since I've posted but I stopped by both Meermin and Carmina in NYC the other day and thought I'd share my opinions for guys looking at either or both for fall boot wearing. When you login first time using a Social Login button, we collect your account public profile information shared by Social Login provider, based on your privacy settings. Its a good time to be a consumer in this area.. Im a scrooge but think this is crucial to include in your mental budget. It might be somewhat boring, but the greatest shoe design can be quite a disappointment when theres puckering on seams, marks on the leather or misaligned stitching. My understanding is that AE is below the likes of Crocketts in terms of make, but thats based on the input of people like Jesper who know more about them than I do. https://eu.jmweston.com/en/collections/bottines-homme/products/edouard-chukka-boot-homme-cuir-veau-velours-marron-fonce, Thats certainly a risk with some French brands, but not usually with Weston. To take an example, say youre in the market for an adelaide. But the insoles are very comfortable and have molded to my feet nicely. Other than that, interesting article. High Top vs Low Top Boxing Shoes: Which Is Best for You? Significantly roomier fit than the 65 last so, even though they don't fit my foot shape well, they're reasonably comfortable. Noel it is precisely the point you make that has been behind my long standing decision to stay with C&J over all these years. Morjas is similar in having a cleaner make, and is a touch more expensive than the other two. For the brands mentioned in this article, everyone uses split suedes, except Carmina and TLB Mallorca (C&J mainly have splits for Benchgrade, while they use reverse calf for Handgrade). But they belong in a different category, a quality level down., France, Germany, Italy: Loding, Orbans, Velasca, Shoepassion. 4. And it seems like, that level of service pervades the company. Trickers 4444: A perfect fit in 8.5 with medium socks in Logger boots. Also I feel the toe space is a bit too narrow. The shoe soles of the Carminas are truly some of the best in the market today. I wrote an article about it many years ago on the Swedish version of Shoegazing (before English was launched) which, to summarise, had the conclusion that its down to vanity. $215 shipped to the US. Nice to hear your journey Joshua. Allen Edmonds on the other hand has been declining in quality. On the raw materials, you get oak-bark tanned soles, you get the top level of upper, and so on. Thanks. Id also echo other comments that a trip to the factory outlet shops in Northampton is well worth it. If you also have small heels and struggle to find well fitting good year welt leather shoes, I wholeheartedly recommend Japanese brands who have leather shoes that are specifically designed for the Japanese feet. I feel much less tired in my feet after a long day, and if one have a bit problematic feet it will be an even bigger difference.. Please check Rafal's thread and patronize a true custom maker. And they are one of the very few brands offering something for the ladies. But in the same moment, I realised this was unfair. I would like to recommend Trading Post in Japan. Especially compared to other Spanish or Italian shoes, which are also a bit softer than the English., North America: Spier & MacKay, Allen Edmonds, Cobbler Union, John Doe. both pairs have a dainite (or dainite-type, in Meermin's case) sole the Meermins have blind eyelets, whereas the Carminas have a brass eyelet that look to match the speedhook finish the heel on the Carminas is quite a bit longer than Meermin's (And btw, do you know anything about the quality of this Kingsman line they sell on Mr. I guess they are really strong in the marketing department indeed. The insoles in the Carminas are really comfortable, balanced, and well-structured. JavaScript is disabled. My right foot always had some heel slip even with the laces pulled very tight and a tongue pad. Dont buy both together though do buy one then the other, just to make sure you do like that style and fit etc. With thick socks, fits like a snug glove all around on unstructured toe. Check Availability Meermin Wingtips Review I'll try to be fairly comprehensive I now have 3 different pairs on that Cheaney last. Like I said, it wont work for everyone, but might be an option if on a budget. Any other leather I handled was absolutely fine! Finally and most importantly, find a last that truly fits your feet. Simon: I understand that there are certain differences between more expensive shoes and less expensive shoes. Actually Im surprised Crownhill wasnt mentioned here, I thought they were quite popular. Would these look good suits ( navy/grey) and trousers ) blues/grey/green/white etc.) This is the next level down of Spanish brands, more on a par with the Swedish start-ups in terms of quality, but much bigger organisations. In the end I find both brands run small and you rather need half a size or for Bobbies an entire size larger than what you would have with Santoni for example. Im really looking forward to the promised article on TLB Artista. When you see and feel the quality that you are getting with these shoes, Im sure that you will feel pleased with your expenses. Cnes (above), for example, has been exhibiting in various fairs around Europe, looking for retailers, and is very nicely made, with a bevelled waist and otherwise refined make. Ive undergone a career change and offices in the US have become more and more lax about dress standards, even prior to 2020. Kenton 10D: Great roomy fit for boots with thick/medium socks; good snug fit for LWB with thin socks/sockless. AEs MacNeil is the epitome of wingtips imho. Former Affiliate Vendor Threads; a Locked Forum. "The quality control isnt quite as good as the English as well.. Velasca is an Italian brand that has become popular (they opened on Chiltern Street recently) as has German brand Shoepassion (which makes in Spain). Viberg 2050 9: The E width of this last is still unreleased, but its what I would likely do for another pair in this last. Merrell Vapor Glove: 10D, no issues since there's barely any structure. Santoni I have experienced, and I would say the same. Interested to hear your thoughts if one abstracts from the usual price mark-up due to branding etc. Crockett & Jones (bench grade): I own the Alex (wholecut on 348 last). Its probably confirmation bias but I do think they are good value especially with their very regular sales. The last of their chukka didnt fit me, but the suede felt surprisingly good for the price. 4 3 3 comments Best Add a Comment hjordan28141 2 yr. ago As Im a women who is looking for well made leather shoes, I have even smaller heels than the male feet in comparison to feet length. Ive always found the customer service at EG shocking. If your size in a Viberg last is a bit snug I would consider sizing up for GYW. Noel: That was the point I was trying to make, when I wrote: whats my experience, and I know for many others as well who have good bespoke shoes, is that the experience of wearing them, with the snug comfortable fit, excellent arch support etc, widely triumph wearing RTW/MTO Goodyear welted shoes. Besides a very enthusiastic and engaging chap in the Jermyn Street store, whose name I have forgotten, they could do with taking lessons from the brands mentioned in this post. The Brannock size (heel-to-toe) will be the top parent comment. I'm not sure if this last has a particular name. Maybe I experimented with them too early. * **Alden Aberdeen** 9D loosened up a bit with wear, * **Alden Van** 8.5D comfortable in shell, * **Antonio Meccariello Aeris Soft Square** 8.5UK excellent fit, * **Antonio Meccariello Chisel II** 8.5UK bit loose all round, I suspect half a size down would have fit better but a become a bit tight at the pinky toe, * **Berwick1707 240** 42EU quite snug all round, perfect for a summer loafer, * **Carlos Santos 1944/r1s** 8UK fantastic loafer fit, * **Carlos Santos 401/s** 8UK forefoot a bit roomy, * **Carmina Pina** 8UK too much heel slip for a loafer, * **Carmina Simpson** 8.5UK instep too low, * **Clematis Ginza unknown oxford last** 8UK (made by Joe Works, also too low an instep), * **Common Projects Achilles Low** 41EU Fits but toe box feels too low, * **Common Projects Achilles Low** 42EU Great fit, * **Crockett & Jones 314** 8EUK snug all round, not much toe room, * **Edward Green 184** 8.5UK fantastic loafer fit. In the end I find it would be the most comfortable of all three lasts. They had also banned any online store to ship them out to Canada. They are slightly cheaper than the C&J handgrade line, though I am not sure what drives the difference. On the otherhand Viberg Halketts and 145s fit a bit smaller in the same last. Good to have it spelt out, Michael is correct when simply paying a US retailer for a Northampton shoe, but Ive purchased over 20 pairs of English shoes and boots over the past 18 months, all directly from a myriad of U.K. retailers and stockists and in some cases, the factory directly. I think that chukka looks nice. men's size 6D with my thickest socks; my dream would be a size 5.5 in this last: 6D Meermin Hiro Derby: 4.5: UK: . Note: I have pretty weird feet, slim waist, slim heels, slightly high instep, and low volume. Free shipping for many products! Career and job listings in fashion, mens clothing, Reviews of Classifieds and classifieds sellers, No Man Walks Alone - Official Affiliate Thread (a.k.a. Related/unrelated, I find myself in flux style wise right now in the early stages of coming out of Covid. That may change in the future though, with the higher-end ones like Miyagi Kogyo trying to make it abroad. This is more than just the upper, but depending on the build, the leather insole will mold and compress to the foot. Carmina shoes have better soles than the Meermin shoes. Please take a look. One thing I could never understand is why, from lower to higher price points, RTW makers dont provide more width options. To be clear, I dont know what they use. Very snug toe box, foot extends past footbed on sides; too much vertical space even with tongue pad, resulting in lots of heel slip and overlapping facings. He is, at the moment, offering something special forum readers. Ive since moved on to other brands because I wanted higher quality. 55 last 9.5E: Excellent fit with thick or thin socks, this is what boot heaven feels like! For something more formal I turn to Carmina which provides the best bang for the buck. He was also involved in the development of the TLB Artista range, so there is a financial relationship with all of those brands. Sendra has its own brand as well as making for others, which is a little more expensive than Berwick or Meermin. Jack, I havent looked at Weston in quite a while Im afraid Jack, but from what I remember they are around that kind of level, yes. Viberg 2030D 9: The 9D is probably the best fit I have from Viberg, or tied with the 2040. Truman P-79 9D: Good fit, was snug the first day with boot socks and now comfortable with boot socks. Youre right, the second pair are a little more casual, but I think either would be OK and personally I prefer the shorter apron of the former. No one wants their sole to wear down quickly, but points like the shaped waist are more aesthetic, and its up to you whether you care about them. Does anyone know if English makers tend to have wider heels than their Spanish (or other continental counterparts). Were the shoes more structured I would go with 9.5D. Red Wing 23 9D: decent fit. This means the number of brands to cover increases, as they do at the bottom of most clothing categories, so towards the end we divide into regional sections instead. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Carmina Men's Wing Tip Oxford. There is a great day out to be had (or was) visiting the factory shops of the main makers in and around Northampton. I appreciate that it takes time and skill and thus affects cost, it just doesnt matter a ton to me as it doesnt have a meaningful effect on how the shirt wears or looks. You have to excuse Carminas for being more expensive than Meermins; but when you look at it critically, the difference in cost price is justifiable when you see that Carmina shoes offer more value than the Meermins. This was several years ago, so my recollection isnt as detailed. I used DT cushioned boot socks at the time. I have four pairs from them that cover all my needs and they are definitely as good as John Lobb who charge you over twice the price. Please use this thread to list your sizing in various lasts compared to your Brannock size. Among the many pairs I tried a pair of color 8 CXL beefrolls were the best fitting. Thats generally why so many people, or at least readers, like shoes from these other brands. Alexander 9E/9.5D: Excellent fit when worn sockless. spoo -- great thread idea (I'll soon add my info ). That said, something in the post did strike me negatively, on a subject I previously had been puzzled about: appraisal of Allen Edmonds. Unless there is also a considerable increase in quality, Id say this reposition leaves Church as even less of a value for money option. The latter is more obvious on the outside of a shoe, and you would certainly get less with Alden for example. Id highly recommend it for more detail all of these brands, particularly on the technical side. You know what youre getting. Interesting selection. At least in the States, TLB comes in less expensive than C&J even after the customization upcharge and even if you select the higher-quality Artista line. Cobbler Union (above) is a newer brand, and more similar to TLB or Carmina, while Spier & MacKay is a clothing brand with a line of shoes at 220 which is decent for the price. It is tough to find quality hand-welted shoes for the price that Meermin shoes are being sold for. I beg to disagree. Made in Spain. Carmina Simpson Chelsea boot - 9.5 UK. Personally, I like their lasts quite a bit. I'm looking at a cobbler union in a 312 last they recommended 1.5 down from brannock. Carmina shoes are better than Meermin shoes when all things are considered. A 42 would be too large and a 41 too small. I dont cover the other brands on this list normally either. Is higher volume though. Morjas uses corrected-grain leather, despite their claims to the contrary. The new El Salvador ones were too tight and I'd require a 10.5. Seemed comfortable at first but the more I wore it, the more I realized it just doesn't work for me. Alden Grant: 9E is a wonderful fit for me in 4060 boots with medium socks. G. F. G. . Some heel slip until broken in. Even more troubling is that I found no review by an established website stating so. 11D would've been better out of the box but CXL is very forgiving. Ive never understood why they tried to branch out so much. Feel free to include any additional information about your feet, such as: Specific circumferential measurements (as requested by Bakers, Russell Moccasin, etc). 511 last 10D: Bad fit. However, when I visited meermin pop up in London, I dont think I would ever get a black box calf from them! F. E. F. Extra-wide. Chunky, comfortable, and with nice make but the suede itself is nothing special, certainly worse than Crownhill in the same price range. And they are a Canadian brand not American. The manager gave me a significant discount for resoling them but, even after three decades as a loyal customer, I would be reluctant to buy from them again. Actually, given the reader survey we did last year and how much the average reader earns and spends, I wouldnt be surprised if most do spend that regularly on their shoes. Great advice Edric, thanks for helping Oliver. They both have a very knowledgeable blog dedicated to shoes. Renav Goods Co A-1 Unstructured 42: Good fit for summer, but maxes out at Chup sock thickness. if I like a pair of suede Edward Greens chelseas and Meermin (or Allen Edmond or Loake) chelseas the same out of the box, would I enjoy the EG uppers longer because theyre of a higher grade suede? Also Barkers at the 1880 price point are made in the UK. Of course second pairs usually come out better, and know there can be customers nagging on very small things, but certainly doesnt sound like it in your case. Very comfortable, great instep for oxfords, * **Trickers W2298** 8UK a bit tight at the toes, perfectly snug everywhere else, * **Trickers 4444** 8UK tiny bit of heel slip, fits like a dream at the ball, * **Thomas George Jackas** 7.5UK a bit roomy. Allen Edmonds 65 9D: Excellent fit. NF Bootmaker 44: Tried these on and this was a great fit, a bit long length wise, but the boot is a smidge narrower and the waist is really tapered. Notes about feet: Low instep, low arch, wide-ish with somewhat splayed toes. ), but perhaps that wouldnt be entirely appropriate. Also, the chunky sole and derby construction arent that suited to suits. Not least their finer ranges are really nice IMO. Thing is that, not referring to Berluti necessarily now, but we do see a number of very famous bespoke shoemakers, not least in England, who the past years have started to put out shoes that arent properly made and/or have a proper fit. Nike Memeshots: 11D, narrow in the forefoot but fine after a week or two. They also have thin rubber soles throughout, which some people like more, but is cheaper as well.. So all in all a shoes that looks good, but not a feel good shoe. Former Affiliate Vendor Threads; a Locked Forum. The main concern for me is finding a last shape that fits my high instep and once I find that last I stick with it. 1757 last 10D: Great roomy fit as I recall from trying in a store over a year ago. For second chance thread), https://www.instagram.com/sartorially_inclined/, https://www.carminashoemaker.com/wholecut-boots-black-boxcalf-80518, Carmina Green Shell Cordovan Frankenstitch Captoe Jumper Boot 10.5eee(uk) detroit last, RM Williams Comfort Craftsman or Carmina (Rain Last) Chelsea, *SOLD* Carmina Bourbon Shell Cordovan NST boot 8UK Forest last, Alden Color 4 Shell Cordovan Chukkas - Barrie last size 10 D, Alden x Leffot Saddle Shoe - Unglazed Cigar Shell Cordovan and Snuff Suede - 8D Barrie Last. In the bobcat it runs slightly large, and in the 145 it runs slightly narrow. The quality Crockett & Jones is now significantly better than Trickers, both sole and uppers. Besides, one isnt going to do something athletic in dress shoes so a relatively poor fit is not noticed most of the time. Viberg 310E 8.5: Roomy in all directions but toe ball lines up with lowest part of the sprung toe forefoot and widest part of foot lines up with widest part of boot. Bought before I understood my size. Now, Id probably look at a boot like the Conniston or Islay. Please dont take offence, I am just dead curious about it. Im looking to acquire a couple of pairs of tassel loafers (one dark brown suede and one black calf). Very comfortable throughout the midfoot. If one do good research ahead of placing an order (not just go by brand names and heritage, doesnt work anymore in the bespoke shoe world), choose a brand that suits ones style and preferences for shoes, the chance youll get your best shoes ever are very high. Definitely wish Viberg made more boots on this last. Career and job listings in fashion, mens clothing, Reviews of Classifieds and classifieds sellers, No Man Walks Alone - Official Affiliate Thread (a.k.a. Low instep fits me perfectly. Ive been reading a lot of menswear sites/blogs for years and this is one of the few that does not feel like sponsored content when you read it. Rancourt 800 9D: Great fit. Back to Morjas specifically. TLB is from Mallorca, like Carmina, but is only a few years old and is trying to gain a similar reputation. Obviously also a difference style of shoe, but those companies spend so much on marketing and sales compared to these makers, that they are inevitably worse value purely from a quality point of view. Guessing I'd need 9.5D or 9EE. I did have a little heel slip in the beginning that went away. To me, they have been 100% worth the money. Pepe Albaladejo runs Meermin with his father Jose, who founded the company in 2001 by selling through the legendary shoe mecca that is Tokyo's Isetan department store. When I do, Im a repeat customer (for instance, narrow EG 202 Chelseas) but my narrow feet preclude me from buying most brands shoes. Rock Your Socks- show your sock, shoe & pant combos, *DROP 3/1* NWT $240 Ralph Lauren Purple Label Italian Made Navy Linen & Mulberry Silk Twill Neck Tie, * DROP 3/1 * NWT $225 Ralph Lauren Purple Label Italian Made Square Knit Solid Black Silk Neck Tie, R.M.Williams Comfort Craftsman Tobacco Suede UK 8.5 H. OGIO Golf Travel Bags The Royal Experience! Vans Old Skool/Era: 11D, solid out of the box. Something to keep in mind. These shoes are well-appraised by people worldwide for their comfort, style, and proper appearance. They may not be top tier but they certainly are hard wearing. Carminas are more expensive than Meermins. The soles are more durable, the calf leather takes polish better and ages better, elements of the make lead to extra comfort (as do the materials), the make is finer and so looks better, and so on. Does that refer to leather- or rubber ones? The fit/finish/materials of my $600 Alden boots is markedly different from my $350 Allen Edmonds Dalton boots. Our featured affiliate vendor of the week is a brand new affiliate vendor, the artisan Bespoke Shoemaker Szuba. Yes, you certainly do notice the differences, and they are both of the quality type (unlike a shirt) and the making type (more like hand sewing). Foot extends past footbed on sides, narrow waist causes some bowing. A couple of corrections on your US list Simon. Hard as rock! No idea what size I'd need to make this last work but I'd guess something like 9.5EE. Travel Shoes Poll: What shoes do you bring with you on short trips? But you might want to chat with Carmina first to double-check. - 8 (very voluminous, though) Carmina- Robert- 8 Carmina- Rain- 8 Carmina- Forest- 8 Carmina- Soller-8 . Berwick is very good quality and seems to be stealing some of Loakes market share in the U.K. Prices at the well known shoe store near Victoria undercut Loake. The sort of thing that Septieme Largeur really excel in . #EasyLifeESMenBoots #DopeBoots #Meermin #TobaccoVintageBoots #EasyLifeES #CasualMenBoots #Carmina #ShellCordovanBurdeosHorweenBoots---ALL UB playlist---: ht. Since its a smaller area than bespoke tailoring, its even more sensitive for these things. Meermin shoes are affordable but also very sturdy and premium-grade. Thanks Aidan. Thanks EL. While I have no problem wearing RTW tailoring that is cheap relative to the bespoke stuff you discuss on the website, with shoes I found it impossible to go back to cheaper brands once I got my first EGs. I have room for my toes, but my foot isnt rattling around. The Alden cordovan color of the shoe is achieved by a plastic pellicule which shaves rather quickly to reveal a light brown leather underneath. Are morjas using leather or plastic heel stiffeners? Trickers town shoes, especially the wonderful Belgrave adelaide, top any C&J shoe I have in terms of comfort and build. 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