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One Italian company that is worth a mention is Harris. They are based in Florence, and they are very creative, they use a variety of leathers, making beautiful shoes.
shoepassion is amazing, sometimes they go as low as usd 255+ for their good year welted collection. No complains at all, am incredibly happy with my purchase.
Hugo, I have started watching your blogs only recently, but already, I have become a BIG FAN of yours. Not only are you very knowledgeable in ALL THINGS STYLISH (SHOES, suits, watches etc etc), you present your progs in such a humble, pleasant way that that they become really ADDICTIVE. Way to go, brother.
Thank you sir. Stay tuned on Parisian Gentleman and Instagram (parisian_gentleman) tomorrow as we are launching a fantastic collaboration with TLB Mallorca (the great Spanish shoemaker). Cheers, Hugo
Shoes- A Man's Passion indeed. I hope all is well Hugo. May this crazy situation be over soon. Capital of Croatia, Zagreb is still recuperating from a horrible earthquake. A 15 year old girl sadly lost her life. In this time of isolation it makes me and I'm sure many more gentlemen happy to have a true, aldo virtual friend- Hugo.
Thank you so much Krunoslav for your kind and encouraging words. We do our best here to continue delivering content for our friends and loyal followers around the planet. Be safe please, Hugo
I totally get the addictive nature of shoes, I have high heels I no longer wear (except for very special occasions) which are still so beautiful to look at. I've seen shoes that made me want to cry they're so gorgeous. Thank you for the informative video, many of these brand also make women's sizes oxfords and derbys so I'll be investigating (and saving up) for my next purchase of wearable art
Hi Hugo, we met during the short visit you made in Stockholm for Götrich. I was the young guy in the green suit! These videos are really inspiring and help during these difficult times for our small businesses. I retail Carlos Santos. They are amazing people and make fantastic shoes for the price. I am a little hesitant to recommend buying directly through them as the prices are lower through retailers and you directly support them this way too! The factory was really high end and the people working are passionate. The "problem" is that they could be so much more. They focus a lot on distributing shoes to physical shops with only a few good handful online. I would like to think myself as one of them! The selections are endless. As for the rest of the list, fantastic as always. Interesting to see you re-added Velasca, I think you first mentioned them in your 2015 guide. CNES I have seen first hand too, they make some good shoes for the price. Testing times for the industry and everyone. All the best to you and Sonya and your beautiful kids. Be safe and I hope to meet you again this year. /Kostas
Thanks Hugo, for introducing me to Septième Largeur! When I saw their Louis-Charles Double monks, it was love at first sight for me and I just knew I had to get a pair! It has been my best purchase for this year now!
Merci, Hugo! I discovered Cobbler Union from your earlier videos, and have a pair of their Miguel whole cuts, in navy. I also own a pair of J.M. Weston whole cuts in black. (I don't know how many Westons I own; probably my favorite shoes!). The Cobbler Unions are simply amazing at the price point and should be on any serious shoe lovers list. Just over the price point you chose for this video is Carmina, which has multiple lasts and a very nice made to order program. It's a great time to be a guy who loves shoes!
Thank you Mark. I also adore JM Weston and of course Carmina (which is slightly above the price bracket we are addressing in this video). Cheers ! Hugo
Thank you Hugo for introducing CNES. I bought their cap toe last week. Great customer service. I ordered the wrong size because their size is slightly different and they arranged for return and sent me a new 1. Surprisingly there's no break in period for me. No hot spots for me at all. Thank you CNES for the great service and beautiful shoe.
I've bought two pairs of Meermin: happy with them - yes they need to be broken in! In my price bracket , they fit well (in fact I bought the first pair on ebay second hand). I am getting a passion (Shoe Passion) for shoes and would love a pair of whole cuts in burgundy...I'll have to save up for them. In the mean time, I always have Sartorial Talks to keep me informed and enthused :-) Thanks Tony
I just got a pair of suede loafers. Surprisingly comfortable fit on my slightly wide feet for such a slender looking last. They're quite well made, but with a strange downward bend at the very front of the soles, not something I worry abut, though. Out of the box the suede looked quite shabby, but looks very nice after a brushing, pigmented Renovateur spray and Super invulner. A good buy, but more for design than manufacturing and presentation, imo. I will probably get more from them, their Chelsea boots look very nice. I don't think I've ever felt a need for wearing in suede shoes. Not these either.
Thank you for the tip about Cobbler Union. Purchased some fantastic cap toe, museum calf oxfords that were perfect out of the box. Also purchased a made-to-measure gray suede belt that is perfection. TY!
I never post comments on your videos but this time I felt I had to. As a high school student from Finland it's been difficult for me to find affordable shoes I can test in real life since there are only a few places in Finland which sell high quality shoes (and they're usually way too expensive). I thank you on your recommendation of the Swedish brand Skoaktiebolaget (oh and I have no idea neither on how to pronounce the name even though I've studied the Swedish language) because they really do seem like a good deal and I've never even heard of them before. Next time I'll go to Stockholm I'll definitely visit them! I truly find the content on your channel to be fascinating as well as educational at the same time which is something not many content creators can achieve. Thank you.
@@SARTORIALTALKS Yes Indeed it is. It's an online nick name that has stayed with me for years but in real life people usually just call me by my first name. Thanks for answering!
You are the reason why I started to look into quality shoes, and yes, I started with Meermin for the incredible quality/price ration and recently purchased my first Carmina pair (black cap toe oxfords). Amazingly good. Thank you mr. Jacomet!
Dear Mr Hugo, I glad you mentioned Carlos Santos shoes, I have some in my collection and they really are fantastic, very comfortable, the other brands that you have mentioned I was not aware of if so, thank you for that. Unfortunately this is not the best time to order shoes because of the Pandemic, I'm situated in London (Kensington) and I don't receive any post, already for more than a week. Let's just hope to go back to our normal life soon and who knows, with a new pair of shoes! Congratulations for your channel and thank you for the hard work. Kind regards, António Borda D’água
Thank you so much for this video, for people like me, who are very interested in tailoring and elegance, but can't afford very expensive products!! I saved in my favourites all the brands you talked about; it has been long time i was searching for good quality shoes in this price range, so thank you again!!
Great video Hugo. I am an Allen Edmonds guy but I have had him eye on Cobbler Union for a while. Thanks for giving us some options and I love the tip on 24 hours for break in. You and your wife stay safe in these crazy times.
Thank you again, Hugo.! I am happy to say that I have several of the makers you mentioned and am enjoying the shoes for some time. Please continue your excellent work and wonderful reviews.
Thanks for your inspiration and contribution to my satorial journey. When it comes to prenunciation of the swedish name "Skoaktiebolaget", you actually need to part the word in three. Sko(means Shoe) Aktie (means stock/equity) Bolaget (means company) Looking forward to your next video
Great to see you back with more great content. I can’t wait for the next video on higher end options. After watching your videos, I have now bought three pairs ofCorthays that I got Neimans to bring in. And I’m having three pair of John Lobb bespoke shoes made. Thanks so much for all the great information and hello from San Antonio.
Wow congratulations Allen ! Nice catch. By the way, you may be interested by our additional content on Patreon (10 more videos so far) and, at the same time, by supporting us as we try to publish as much content as we can during this crazy period. Patreon page is here : www.patreon.com/sartorialtalks Stay safe my friend, Hugo
Thank you for sharing your insight and opinion with us. I have grown immeasurably in sophistication and knowledge learning from you. Your work raises the bar and is inspirational. Acquiring clothes is now a passion, a joy, a process to be savored and not a task. I hope your videos continue well into the future and that prosperity and health is with you and your family.
One of my first times watching your channel I chuckled at a warning about 'shoe addiction' - knowing how very true those words were. 😊 These updates always keep me excited about the new pair I will order. And lately, I am developing the same dread of wearing my new shoes... Ay Ay Ay! 😂 Hugo please, what is your take on TAFT shoes? They're from Spain and I ordered a pair of loafers already, but I'd love to hear your insight on them. Thank you for always distributing such amazing and insightful content. Blessings out to you, Sonia and the family! 🙏🏽💜
Funny you mentioned Allen Edmonds...I bought 2 pairs, both used, off of eBay, just $58. One of those pairs is just over 20 years old according to the numbers stamped on the inside, and people are shocked when they find out they're not brand new, haha. I also recently bought an older pair of Johnston and Murphy Crown Aristocrafts, and they're from back when they were still making stuff in the USA. Those were just $45. Meermin is a very attractive option as well...they also auction off their factory seconds on eBay, and those can end up starting at like $50-60, so that's definitely a steal! Thanks for the great videos! Stay healthy, and God Bless!
Hugo, do you read a teleprompter? I appreciate your talent to speak so casually and yet so confidently as to almost never stutter or take time to think your words, great stuff!
No German, I don't use any teleprompter. I just have the list of the brands on a small piece of paper in front of me, and the rest is improvisation. Cheers! Hugo
Another excellent excellent video Hugo! I’ve been watching your videos from the videos from the beginning with when you first started your videos with the best shoe brands videos! You truly are the epitome of class I’ve got to say, I like how you take us from country to country very unique in how you explain us their own approach which I can appreciate👌🏼 This video was geared for every income level which I can truly appreciate, by the way your video on the gram weight of wool fabrics was just about my favorite as well, look forward to seeing another one soon, by the way glad your doing well with your wife as well 🌞👨🏻💻👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
@@DiscussionsSartoriales One more thing. I was surprised to not see TLB Mallorca on this list, since everyone seems to be fawning over them. Have you had a chance to look at this brand?
Thank you , i bought a pair of cobbler union few months ago as you advised and believe me i was just thinking of luf & tung few weeks ago but needed somebody i trust to advice me hope you and your wife are in good health 🌹. Best regards from egypt
Wow, amazing video Hugo. I just bought a pair of the two eyelet "Noah" (very french) in Museum oxblood from Cobbler Union. I decided to take advantage of their 20% sale going on now. Absolutely stunning and cannot wait for their arrival! Thanks again Hugo, I look forward to all of your posts. Cheers.
@KingSal12 It depends on the model (on the last). Don't hesitate to shoot them an email to check the sizing, they are very responsive and agreeable. Cheers my friend, Hugo
What a mindfully curated list, Hugo! There are indeed many new kids on the block that manage to create value for almost every bank account. I for myself received a pair of Scarosso shoes a few weeks ago and must say that I am quite impressed. Greetings from Germany
Another enjoyable video, Hugo. No doubt you and Sonya are in lockdown and so many of us watching you are in the same position. Stay safe and let us hope the manufacturers you refer to survive the current catastrophe.
Wise words Russ. We are confined of course. Let's stay strong and humble in front of this unprecedented calamity for our generation. Stay safe my friend and see you at the other end of the tunnel. Cheers, Hugo & Sonya
Sounds very good and logical to me, thank you for that observation.BTW, have bought any of their shoes? I have not done it yet, but I am impressed by the very good reviews they got from great experts like Hugo. Regards.
@@arslongavitabrevis5136 I have a pair of cnes black oxfords Winston model, they are one or the cheaper ones but very good quality for the price. Also you need to talk to them about sizing as they have their own sizes I’m a size 44 in Euro but cnes 46. Regards
What a 'goldmine' of information, thank you 🙏🏼 Hugo, you are a very visual 'storyteller' and an exceptional one (I was mesmerized from start to end) 😊👌🏼 Thanks for info on my Swedish brothers 👍🏼 Cheers from Denmark 🇩🇰
Thank you for another great episode. The weather is changing in the North Carolina mountains and it’s about time to break out the beautiful shoes again!
SARTORIAL TALKS I appreciate the concern. My business is in responding to things like COVID-19 but safety is our #1 priority. Here’s a PSA that I recorded the other day if you’re interested. ua-cam.com/video/B0tZlD8_k1g/v-deo.html
Great video Hugo, very well done! I recently bought a pair of Carlos Santos adelaides from " The Noble Shoe", they are great and the company Noble Shoe is also a great smaller distributor to deal with! I always really enjoy your videos and also your wife's videos!
I know the person behind the Noble Shoe and he's indeed very nice and passionate. Congratulations for your Adelaides from CS. Great shoes. All my best, Hugo
I just got a pair of Velasca Chelsea boots, and I love them. Worth every penny. The quality of the stitching, details, and leather is top notch! Definitely a great bank for your buck!
Hopefully I'll get my first pair of Meermin shoes the next months. I fell in love with the wholecut in espresso and copper. Thanks a lot for the great Content, I've alerady seen the first episode. Specially for the more "low budget" or younger people (I'm not that young but in the same financial situation) selection I'm really thankful. Please keep on Hugo. Take care. Reste en bonne santé à bientôt René
Hi Hugo, I've been an ardent follower of Sartorial Talks for the past year and am truly grateful for your regular content. I was wondering if you had had a chance to visit India in your travels and what, if any, sartorial insights you had about the country. As an Indian student, learning about the rich history of the sartorial world has been truly educational, but I have a keen interest in it's influence on my native country and I therefore seek your wisdom regarding it. Looking forward to hearing from you!
Dear Saumitra, we are actually supposed with Sonya to come to Mumbai pretty soon for some sartorial activities, but with the lockdown I guess this will not happen before a few months. All my best and please stay safe ! Hugo
Great content as always Hugo, thanks for all the recommendations, I know it's hard to look in every country but if you can take a look to Mexico, here we have a huge industry of leather tannery and shoe making in Guanajuato
Thank you Hugo for your videos ... they have opened my eyes to the world of fine shoes. It’s bittersweet experience so far. I have decided to clear out my shoe collection and gradually start building a new smaller one but with hopefully better quality shoes but at obviously great ‘damage’ to my wallet. I utterly love your videos .
Congratulations Ahmed and sorry for your wallet, at least in the short term. Because in the long run, you'll understand that wearing quality shoes is excellent for your health, for your look but also for your wallet (as they will last a loonnngggg time if well maintained). Cheers, Hugo
Thank you Hugo for such a comprehensive list of great shoemakers at this price point. I enjoy your videos a great deal sir. Anxiously awaiting your next Sartorial Talks.
Talking about Cobbler Union, they just announced their Honorary Investor program. It basically a program in which if you purchased for a total of $1000, you Will get unlimited discount of 25%
ok... then i need 2 more pairs... :O i am happy with my black cap toe oxfords city lasts.... but i really didnt like the quality of my 371 lasts brown ox brogue captoe... saw it too late ... bad stitching!
I'm so thankful for your channel and now interested in a specific topic: the right bags for a gentlemen to wear with great fitted suits. Maybe you can recommend some of the brilliant brands, like you always do. Thanks and greetings from Germany.
@@SARTORIALTALKS Dear Hugo, your right, my question was not specific enough! I'm looking for briefcases; big enough to carry around all your everyday and office stuff, but small enough, so you won't have trouble with it :D. Thanks for answering, Julius
Great post Hugo! It’s a welcome respite from the coronavirus mess. Will you be doing another segment on the next step up? I’m particularly interested in your thoughts on shell cordovan in general, and Alden shoes in particular. Be well my friend.
Thank you John. I don't need another segment to tell you Alden's cordovan leather shoes are excellent (probably among the best on the market). As for Cordovan, it's a matter of taste because the natural shine is very distinctive. Personally I find this leather beautiful and the quality outstanding. Hugo
Dear Hugo, what an amazing video before i go to sleep ! you awake all my sense now and all my passion to shoes !))))). very interesting information ,, i wondered at the beginning of the video how come to have 9 different countries !!!! but once again we learn from the Master !)) . So glad to see you healthy my friend ,,,stay Save , love to you and Sonya from Cairo, Egypt.
I have purchased a pair of Belgian loafers from CNES and they are excellent, the price was around $280 with delivery to the UK and I shall certainly be buying more pairs in the future, good quality at a good price, highly recommended.
Thanks Mr. Jacomet for another splendid video! Since you mentioned Atlanta may I relate something that happened to me there? Many years ago I worked as an intern in Atlanta. Back then I was virtually penniless. One day I was strolling through a large mall in Buckhead when I saw a Gentlemen‘s outfitter. Because at that time my interest in the sartorial world had just started, I entered it and a very well dressed older man who happened to be the shop‘s owner approached me. He quickly recognised my terrible German accent but to my great surprise he was very happy about it. He told me that he had attended a German university when he was a young and poor man himself by means of a scholarship. One day, he said, a man whom he didn’t know at all approached him somewhere, told him how happy he was to see him as a foreigner in Germany (he is black, so in those times he must have been instantly recognisable as foreigner) and just gave him 10 Deutschmarks. Because of this kind (and - sad to say - untypical) gesture of a fellow German many years ago this shop owner was very pleased to see me and offered me a huge discount on everything in his shop. It was all very up-market, so even with this discount I could only afford a nice tie, but what I got from this encounter was much more valuable than a discount. I learned that a true gentleman is not just well dressed, but kind and generous as well. Sometimes you can’t give back to the person who did something for you, so just do something good for someone else. This incident also created a very fond memory so I always consider people from Atlanta as very nice guys until proven otherwise. So it’s no surprise to me that you like it there. Cheers!
I remember a few months back. You warned us in a video, in no uncertain terms, that developing an interest in shoes can very easily lead to an obsession. Well, since then I've bought six pairs of decent to high quality dress shoes and am presently waiting for my first made to order pair of patina'd monkstraps. I kind of wish that you had warned us with a little bit more force about how addictive this is, because now I'm hooked - even though I'm enjoying every day of it.
I heard about Carlos Santos from one of your previous programs. Now I own 3 pairs from them. Superb! One note, their shoes run a 1/2 measure larger than usual US sizing. ie I usually wear a 9.5 but a 9.0 fits better.
There's a CNES retail store in Singapore. I've visited the store myself. They also provide high quality shoe repair services. For example JR soles, toe caps.
I have a pair of Cobbler Union shoes that I bought after seeing your first video. I bought a pair of their monkstraps that have quite a unique design. Anyway couldn't be happier with the look and quality of the shoe. Always get a compliment when a wear them.
@@SARTORIALTALKS Exactly. BTW just ordered a pair of the Antonio Meccariello MTO shoes also. Wouldn't have known about them without your great reviews. Haven't received them yet since its a 6 month wait. My son also moved to NYC for a new job and I advised him to buy a new pair of shoes from Meermin. He did note they take a bit of breaking in but they are holding up well. They have a brick and mortar store in NYC He usually is a shoe destroyer and these have reisisted his destructive forces well.
Another wonderful video, thank you Hugo! Very interesting to see some Asian countries featured, and will be interesting to hear more about that. Lots of Indonesian, Vietnamese, Malaysian, and Indian shoemakers popping up online. Very nice to see this video as a young person who needs to shop within this bracket!
Good one as always Hugo! One comment for anyone who may read this is to exercise some caution when ordering dress shoes from Asia. Asian brands tend to make shoes for people with flatter feet. Although beautiful, I would hesitate to buy a pair without trying them on first or exchanging a few emails regarding the fit.
You are perfectly right Rory. Asiatic feet don't have an arch like we do, but fortunately most brands are producing shoes for Occident and shoes for Far East. Meermin, for example, sells the vast majority of its production to European. But your advice is extremely wise and welcome. Cheers my friend, Hugo
It was in one of your videos that I first heard of Cobbler Union. I jumped in and purchased myself a pair of oxfords. I cant thank you enough for your recommendation. Absolutely exquisitely crafted shoes, and look way more expensive than they really are.
Dear Hugo and Sonya, When PG had its first Cobbler Union promo in 2018 I jumped right ordering a pair of brown wholecut oxfords (Miguel V). Today they remain my most beautiful pair of shoes and also my favourite! Their service, as you have mentioned, is excellent, engaging and personal. So thank you for introducing them to me and I hope you continue to be an evangelist for style and elegance and make the world much more beautiful place! Thank you, Evan
Great video Mr. Jacomet ... hope all is well and both Sonia and yourself are in good health and safe ..... For the pain that occurs when you first wear a shoe ...I think it is also that a lot of men and shoe shops donot know anything about the Brannock measurments that doesnt just take the length of the foot but the width, the curve, the hieght, and the arch...it also can measure each foot seperatly ....getting the right measurement is vital ....I recently bought some nice shoes ...but the measurment was wrong .... so, I ended up having nice shoes but cant wear them!! By the way ...we share the same passion towards the Whole cut of Berluti (( The Alissandro)) ...
Oh yeah, i also got one pair of Ducal’s of Firenze (not Doucals). I saw this brand on the parisian gentlemen blog of yours. The quality is also outstanding. Lucky for me these shoes were also in a big sale so i was able to buy them for 150 euros.
If you are interested in Ducal shoes for between 100 and 150 euros i can bring you in contact with the seller. This guy has bought the entire stock of Meyer Shoes in Amsterdam which is bankrupted a few years ago. DM me if you are interested.
Excellent review of the brands. I have quite a collection of Meermin and agree on the slight break in period but perfectly reasonable for the steal of a price. They are probably the lowest cost shell cordovan and museum calf shoes you can find. CNES (pronounced "See Ness") I am wearing today and so far very impressed. The patina is excellent and they have quite an impressive fiddleback waist. Carlos Santos I just wore yesterday and another very impressive patina and comfort was great right out of the box. A number of the other brands were already on my wish list but now thanks to your review I did add a few more new brands to the list. Thanks!
Hi Hugo! Thank you very much for this video. For some of us, this is the price range in which we shop, so knowing our options is hugely valuable! As for Skoaktiebolaget, I will try to spell that phonetically for you: Skoh - akshe - boh - larget :)
Hugo, your knowledge is amazing my friend! I have been thinking of mixing my style up a bit and tying a pair of Allen Edmonds I am glade you mentioned them. On a side note I was not aware that your lovely wife was from Atlanta. I visit Georgia frequently we should meet sometime we’re both in town. Blessings to you my Brother
Hello Hugo and Soyna, I love your channel and feel like I have been learning a lot. I have a question, I was wondering if either of you have or feel that it's acceptable to where dress boot's like the one's from Justin Fitzpatrick with a suit? Thanks again for your channel and can't wait till the next one.
I own 8 pairs of Meermins ( I really need to put up some videos) I wore them all the time when I had a job wear I was able to sit more. Stopped when my job changed ( started wearing sneakers again) to standing up on concrete all day. My feet strated to hurt went back to wearing them my feet feel so much better.
@@SARTORIALTALKS very ellegant as usual.lately i also wear tie pin collar shirts.since i always wear a tie bar(i hate fixing my tie all the time),do you find it too much?
Out of your list, I've only had one brand: Cobbler Union, and I agree, it's a fantastic value, and my suede chukka boats from them are my "travel shoes", as I often bring them as my only pair of nice shoes while traveling. They are casual, yet slightly upscale, and they look brand new after many miles and four years! The John boot is great, as well as the spectator. Plus, fantastic customer service.
Dear Hugo, How are you? Just received a pair of RINGO PUNCHED CAP-TOE OXFORDS, patina brown with, triumph metal toe taps from CNES and I must say that they look fantastic unfortunately I can only wear them at home for the moment! The purchase went really well and the communication with the sales department was fantastic and in less than a week I received the shoes, I must say that they are very professional. Thank you once again. Kind regards, António Borda D’água
Thank you so much Antonio for your "real life" feedback. It's extremely valuable for all of us. Let's hope we'll all be able to walk outside sooner than later, but staying at home is the most sensible thing to do right now. Be safe my friend, Hugo
I got inspired throughout your videos with Enzo Bonafe. Last mont i was able to buy one pair in the sale for 200 euros. I directly followed your advice and bought them without any hasitation..
What part of a Meermin shoe makes it so hard to break in? Do they undersize the last, and don't tension the leather, so that your actual foot stretches the material to its final form?
Great Video Hugo!! Keep it up. I found recently a quality pair of Stacy Adams Madison. It's a good year welted pair with calfskin top grain leather upper. I was extremely surprised of the quality for around 120 USD. The quality was similar to an AE pair. Would recommend.
What’s your take on Paul Evans? I have a few pairs of them and Ace Marks and I’m wondering if I’d be better served to venture outside those tow brands.
I know none of them sufficiently to have an opinion. The only thing I can say is that I'm really not a big fan of Evans' lasts (especially the toe pointing up), but it's also a matter of taste. I believe for a lower price you should give one of the brands mentioned here a try. Best ! Hugo
I would give a shout out to another French shoe company, Paraboot. Their iconic shoes are on the casual side, but they also have a dressier line. Very well made and in the price bracket you discuss here. To be honest some models, like the Michael, are an acquired taste...definitely cannot be described as sleek but I own two pairs :-)
The Michael is an iconic outdoor model for sure. I thought their dressier line was slightly above this price bracket. Otherwise Paraboot is a safe bet for sure. Cheers, Hugo
Hi from Singapore. Love your channel and a Carmina fan for years. Found the CNES brand by accident 3 months back whilst shopping for Safir products. The distributor for Safir in SG brings in the CNES brand as well - Straits Establishment. They do have a local website cnes.co and I think ships internationally. Design is very elegant, I bought the Ringo model which is a semi-brogue Oxford cap toe. Beautiful workmanship with a very narrow waist. I do think it's a great bargain and glad you're highlighting Asian brands
3:30 Meermin
7:24 Shoepassion
9:30 Velasca
12:00 CNES
13:50 Septieme Largeur
15:10 Herring
17:09 Cobbler Union
20:24 Carlos Santos
22:47 Skoaktiebolaget/Lof & Tung
Many thanks ! Hugo
Not Shoepassion!!! Never Shoepassion again!! They send my a pair of Samples shoes with fade color and full of scratches, I Regret a lot!!!
@@cao7064 send them back
@@SARTORIALTALKS Do you not recommend the American Brand Allen Edmonds?
Allen Edmonds are not built the same anymore. Don’t recommend.
Time stamps:
1. Meermin 3:20
2. Shoepassion 7:11
3. Velasca 9:20
4. CNES 11:31
5. Septieme Largeur 13:31
6. Herring 14:56
7. Cobbler Union 17:07
8. Carlos Santos 20:19
- Skoatiebolaget 22:01
9. Lof and Tung 24:56
Merci ! Hugo
One Italian company that is worth a mention is Harris. They are based in Florence, and they are very creative, they use a variety of leathers, making beautiful shoes.
Thanks bro
The Brands :
1.Meermin
2.Velasca
3.Shoepassion
4.CNES shoes
5.Septieme Largeur
6.Cobbler Union
7.Carlos Santos
8.Lof and Tung
9.Herring .
Enjoy!
Thank you ! Hugo
shoepassion is amazing, sometimes they go as low as usd 255+ for their good year welted collection. No complains at all, am incredibly happy with my purchase.
You're the real hero. Also, I love the videos, but Hugo, we get it, you travel a lot. ;)
People like you make the world better.
@@SARTORIALTALKS Not Shoepassion!!! They send my a pair of Samples shoes with fade color and full of scratches, I Regret a lot!!!
Hugo, I have started watching your blogs only recently, but already, I have become a BIG FAN of yours. Not only are you very knowledgeable in ALL THINGS STYLISH (SHOES, suits, watches etc etc), you present your progs in such a humble, pleasant way that that they become really ADDICTIVE. Way to go, brother.
Thank you sir. Stay tuned on Parisian Gentleman and Instagram (parisian_gentleman) tomorrow as we are launching a fantastic collaboration with TLB Mallorca (the great Spanish shoemaker). Cheers, Hugo
Shoes- A Man's Passion indeed.
I hope all is well Hugo. May this crazy situation be over soon. Capital of Croatia, Zagreb is still recuperating from a horrible earthquake. A 15 year old girl sadly lost her life. In this time of isolation it makes me and I'm sure many more gentlemen happy to have a true, aldo virtual friend- Hugo.
Thank you so much Krunoslav for your kind and encouraging words. We do our best here to continue delivering content for our friends and loyal followers around the planet. Be safe please, Hugo
Why does your profile picture remind me of Broz Tito?
@@giovannigobbi4832 Maybe because it is Tito?
@@arnasb.6414 I wasn't 100% sure
Zagreb is beautiful. I hope Zagreb and Croatia recover soon.
I totally get the addictive nature of shoes, I have high heels I no longer wear (except for very special occasions) which are still so beautiful to look at. I've seen shoes that made me want to cry they're so gorgeous. Thank you for the informative video, many of these brand also make women's sizes oxfords and derbys so I'll be investigating (and saving up) for my next purchase of wearable art
If you want to out those heels to use I can think of a few ideas!
Hugo, absolutely love your energy, passion, and information in this presentation! Cheers, my friend!
Chers Ralph and much love to you and JS. Hugo & Sonya
Hi Hugo, we met during the short visit you made in Stockholm for Götrich. I was the young guy in the green suit! These videos are really inspiring and help during these difficult times for our small businesses. I retail Carlos Santos. They are amazing people and make fantastic shoes for the price. I am a little hesitant to recommend buying directly through them as the prices are lower through retailers and you directly support them this way too! The factory was really high end and the people working are passionate. The "problem" is that they could be so much more. They focus a lot on distributing shoes to physical shops with only a few good handful online. I would like to think myself as one of them! The selections are endless.
As for the rest of the list, fantastic as always. Interesting to see you re-added Velasca, I think you first mentioned them in your 2015 guide. CNES I have seen first hand too, they make some good shoes for the price. Testing times for the industry and everyone. All the best to you and Sonya and your beautiful kids. Be safe and I hope to meet you again this year.
/Kostas
Hey Kostas, I remember you very well. Please stay safe and thank you for your contribution ! Cheers, Hugo
I SUPPORT KOSTAS and Carlos Santos at the Noble Shoe ! Getting my first Jumper soon!
Thanks Hugo, for introducing me to Septième Largeur!
When I saw their Louis-Charles Double monks, it was love at first sight for me and I just knew I had to get a pair! It has been my best purchase for this year now!
aaaannndddd this is why I subscribe to Sartorial Talks.
Aaaannnnd this is the kind of comment we love to receive. Cheers Ivan ! Hugo
Keep up the high quality content. I appreciate your expertise & advice.
Merci Demetri ! Hugo
Merci, Hugo! I discovered Cobbler Union from your earlier videos, and have a pair of their Miguel whole cuts, in navy. I also own a pair of J.M. Weston whole cuts in black. (I don't know how many Westons I own; probably my favorite shoes!). The Cobbler Unions are simply amazing at the price point and should be on any serious shoe lovers list. Just over the price point you chose for this video is Carmina, which has multiple lasts and a very nice made to order program. It's a great time to be a guy who loves shoes!
Thank you Mark. I also adore JM Weston and of course Carmina (which is slightly above the price bracket we are addressing in this video). Cheers ! Hugo
Why is UA-cam not pushing your videos. I am so excited it popped back up. Love you Hugo and will follow you forever.
Thank you Hugo for introducing CNES. I bought their cap toe last week. Great customer service. I ordered the wrong size because their size is slightly different and they arranged for return and sent me a new 1. Surprisingly there's no break in period for me. No hot spots for me at all. Thank you CNES for the great service and beautiful shoe.
I've bought two pairs of Meermin: happy with them - yes they need to be broken in! In my price bracket , they fit well (in fact I bought the first pair on ebay second hand). I am getting a passion (Shoe Passion) for shoes and would love a pair of whole cuts in burgundy...I'll have to save up for them. In the mean time, I always have Sartorial Talks to keep me informed and enthused :-)
Thanks
Tony
You are very welcome my friend. Cheers Tony ! Hugo
I just got a pair of suede loafers. Surprisingly comfortable fit on my slightly wide feet for such a slender looking last. They're quite well made, but with a strange downward bend at the very front of the soles, not something I worry abut, though. Out of the box the suede looked quite shabby, but looks very nice after a brushing, pigmented Renovateur spray and Super invulner. A good buy, but more for design than manufacturing and presentation, imo. I will probably get more from them, their Chelsea boots look very nice.
I don't think I've ever felt a need for wearing in suede shoes. Not these either.
@@thomaslutro5560 Thank you Thomas for your valuable feedback. Hugo
@@thomaslutro5560 Are you talking about Meermin Thomas? I have a pair of black chelsea boots from Meermin. I've been very satisfied with them.
What do you think about Magnanni?
Thank you for the tip about Cobbler Union. Purchased some fantastic cap toe, museum calf oxfords that were perfect out of the box. Also purchased a made-to-measure gray suede belt that is perfection. TY!
You are very welcome my friend. Hugo
I never post comments on your videos but this time I felt I had to. As a high school student from Finland it's been difficult for me to find affordable shoes I can test in real life since there are only a few places in Finland which sell high quality shoes (and they're usually way too expensive). I thank you on your recommendation of the Swedish brand Skoaktiebolaget (oh and I have no idea neither on how to pronounce the name even though I've studied the Swedish language) because they really do seem like a good deal and I've never even heard of them before. Next time I'll go to Stockholm I'll definitely visit them!
I truly find the content on your channel to be fascinating as well as educational at the same time which is something not many content creators can achieve. Thank you.
Thank you so much Matti for taking the time to comment. It means a lot to us. Is SpayKi you nick name ? Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS Yes Indeed it is. It's an online nick name that has stayed with me for years but in real life people usually just call me by my first name. Thanks for answering!
@@mattispaykimustonen1302 You're welcome Matti. H
You are the reason why I started to look into quality shoes, and yes, I started with Meermin for the incredible quality/price ration and recently purchased my first Carmina pair (black cap toe oxfords). Amazingly good. Thank you mr. Jacomet!
Lucky man Ion ! Carmina is extremely good and reliable. Hugo
Dear Mr Hugo, I glad you mentioned Carlos Santos shoes, I have some in my collection and they really are fantastic, very comfortable, the other brands that you have mentioned I was not aware of if so, thank you for that. Unfortunately this is not the best time to order shoes because of the Pandemic, I'm situated in London (Kensington) and I don't receive any post, already for more than a week. Let's just hope to go back to our normal life soon and who knows, with a new pair of shoes!
Congratulations for your channel and thank you for the hard work.
Kind regards,
António Borda D’água
Thank you Antonio, and please stay safe ! We are doing our best to keep the content coming despite the difficult situation. Cheers, Hugo
Great.....Just subscribed. Thanks and Godspeed !!!
Thank you so much for this video, for people like me, who are very interested in tailoring and elegance, but can't afford very expensive products!! I saved in my favourites all the brands you talked about; it has been long time i was searching for good quality shoes in this price range, so thank you again!!
I feel like I've stumbled upon the jewell of youtube. Wonderful channel and a wonderful host!
Great video Hugo. I am an Allen Edmonds guy but I have had him eye on Cobbler Union for a while. Thanks for giving us some options and I love the tip on 24 hours for break in. You and your wife stay safe in these crazy times.
Thank you Keith, pleas stay safe also ! Cheers, Hugo
Thank you again, Hugo.! I am happy to say that I have several of the makers you mentioned and am enjoying the shoes for some time. Please continue your excellent work and wonderful reviews.
Many thanks Mark! Cheers, Hugo
Thanks for your inspiration and contribution to my satorial journey.
When it comes to prenunciation of the swedish name "Skoaktiebolaget", you actually need to part the word in three.
Sko(means Shoe) Aktie (means stock/equity) Bolaget (means company)
Looking forward to your next video
Tak Yonas ! Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS Tak is roof, but takk is thanks ;)
Always interesting content. Loved your tie in this episode.
Great to see you back with more great content. I can’t wait for the next video on higher end options. After watching your videos, I have now bought three pairs ofCorthays that I got Neimans to bring in. And I’m having three pair of John Lobb bespoke shoes made. Thanks so much for all the great information and hello from San Antonio.
Wow congratulations Allen ! Nice catch. By the way, you may be interested by our additional content on Patreon (10 more videos so far) and, at the same time, by supporting us as we try to publish as much content as we can during this crazy period. Patreon page is here : www.patreon.com/sartorialtalks
Stay safe my friend, Hugo
Thank you for sharing your insight and opinion with us. I have grown immeasurably in sophistication and knowledge learning from you. Your work raises the bar and is inspirational. Acquiring clothes is now a passion, a joy, a process to be savored and not a task. I hope your videos continue well into the future and that prosperity and health is with you and your family.
One of my first times watching your channel I chuckled at a warning about 'shoe addiction' - knowing how very true those words were. 😊 These updates always keep me excited about the new pair I will order. And lately, I am developing the same dread of wearing my new shoes... Ay Ay Ay! 😂
Hugo please, what is your take on TAFT shoes? They're from Spain and I ordered a pair of loafers already, but I'd love to hear your insight on them.
Thank you for always distributing such amazing and insightful content. Blessings out to you, Sonia and the family! 🙏🏽💜
Funny you mentioned Allen Edmonds...I bought 2 pairs, both used, off of eBay, just $58. One of those pairs is just over 20 years old according to the numbers stamped on the inside, and people are shocked when they find out they're not brand new, haha. I also recently bought an older pair of Johnston and Murphy Crown Aristocrafts, and they're from back when they were still making stuff in the USA. Those were just $45. Meermin is a very attractive option as well...they also auction off their factory seconds on eBay, and those can end up starting at like $50-60, so that's definitely a steal!
Thanks for the great videos! Stay healthy, and God Bless!
Thank you Matthew for all these fine tips ! God bless you too my friend, Hugo
Hugo, do you read a teleprompter? I appreciate your talent to speak so casually and yet so confidently as to almost never stutter or take time to think your words, great stuff!
No German, I don't use any teleprompter. I just have the list of the brands on a small piece of paper in front of me, and the rest is improvisation. Cheers! Hugo
Thank you for this video. Herring has the best customer service I have ever received from any online store, shoes or not.
Many thanks Daniel for sharing your experience. Stay safe ! Hugo
Another excellent excellent video Hugo! I’ve been watching your videos from the videos from the beginning with when you first started your videos with the best shoe brands videos! You truly are the epitome of class I’ve got to say, I like how you take us from country to country very unique in how you explain us their own approach which I can appreciate👌🏼 This video was geared for every income level which I can truly appreciate, by the way your video on the gram weight of wool fabrics was just about my favorite as well, look forward to seeing another one soon, by the way glad your doing well with your wife as well 🌞👨🏻💻👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Thank you so much my friend for your kind encouragements. Please stay safe as well ! Cheers, Hugo
Thanks so much for the English version!
You are very welcome my friends ! Hugo
@@DiscussionsSartoriales One more thing. I was surprised to not see TLB Mallorca on this list, since everyone seems to be fawning over them. Have you had a chance to look at this brand?
Good afternoon, TLB is a good maker, but slightly above this price bracket. Take care, Hugo
Thank you , i bought a pair of cobbler union few months ago as you advised and believe me i was just thinking of luf & tung few weeks ago but needed somebody i trust to advice me hope you and your wife are in good health 🌹. Best regards from egypt
Thank you my friend. Yes we are in good health and doing our best to keep the content coming. Please stay safe also. Yours, Hugo & Sonya
Wow, amazing video Hugo. I just bought a pair of the two eyelet "Noah" (very french) in Museum oxblood from Cobbler Union. I decided to take advantage of their 20% sale going on now. Absolutely stunning and cannot wait for their arrival! Thanks again Hugo, I look forward to all of your posts. Cheers.
KingSal12
I own a pair of Noahs in blue. I love them! 👍🏼🇺🇸🇫🇷
@@rickj.9202 Yeah they look beautiful. What do you think of the sizing? I wear Allen Edmonds 9.5D and I ordered a 10.5.
@KingSal12 It depends on the model (on the last). Don't hesitate to shoot them an email to check the sizing, they are very responsive and agreeable. Cheers my friend, Hugo
What a mindfully curated list, Hugo! There are indeed many new kids on the block that manage to create value for almost every bank account. I for myself received a pair of Scarosso shoes a few weeks ago and must say that I am quite impressed.
Greetings from Germany
Thank you my friend and please stay safe. Hugo
Another enjoyable video, Hugo. No doubt you and Sonya are in lockdown and so many of us watching you are in the same position. Stay safe and let us hope the manufacturers you refer to survive the current catastrophe.
Wise words Russ. We are confined of course. Let's stay strong and humble in front of this unprecedented calamity for our generation. Stay safe my friend and see you at the other end of the tunnel. Cheers, Hugo & Sonya
I think I heard on another video that cnes means
Classic
Noble
Elegant
Simple.
Sounds very good and logical to me, thank you for that observation.BTW, have bought any of their shoes? I have not done it yet, but I am impressed by the very good reviews they got from great experts like Hugo. Regards.
@@arslongavitabrevis5136 I have a pair of cnes black oxfords Winston model, they are one or the cheaper ones but very good quality for the price. Also you need to talk to them about sizing as they have their own sizes I’m a size 44 in Euro but cnes 46. Regards
What a 'goldmine' of information, thank you 🙏🏼
Hugo, you are a very visual 'storyteller' and an exceptional one (I was mesmerized from start to end) 😊👌🏼
Thanks for info on my Swedish brothers 👍🏼
Cheers from Denmark 🇩🇰
Cheers Hans and stay safe ! Hugo
SARTORIAL TALKS 😊👍🏻
Thank you for another great episode. The weather is changing in the North Carolina mountains and it’s about time to break out the beautiful shoes again!
Yes Mark, but please be careful in this crazy period ! Social distancing is so important. Stay safe ! Hugo
SARTORIAL TALKS I appreciate the concern. My business is in responding to things like COVID-19 but safety is our #1 priority. Here’s a PSA that I recorded the other day if you’re interested. ua-cam.com/video/B0tZlD8_k1g/v-deo.html
@@markmaier2503 Thank you Mark ! Hugo
Great video Hugo, very well done! I recently bought a pair of Carlos Santos adelaides from " The Noble Shoe", they are great and the company Noble Shoe is also a great smaller distributor to deal with! I always really enjoy your videos and also your wife's videos!
I know the person behind the Noble Shoe and he's indeed very nice and passionate. Congratulations for your Adelaides from CS. Great shoes. All my best, Hugo
Congratulations about your and Sonia Fantastic Job........
Wonderful content Hugo. I live in St.Maarten and has always been facinated with shoes and you do a magnificent job at delivering info. Tré bien.
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The pleasure is mine Clarence ! Hugo
I just got a pair of Velasca Chelsea boots, and I love them. Worth every penny. The quality of the stitching, details, and leather is top notch! Definitely a great bank for your buck!
Many thanks for your feedback Edward. Cheers, Hugo
The 2019 shoes video was my first Sartorial Talks video... it was love from the fist sight. Thank for such a great and fascinating stories Hugo.
The pleasure is all mine my friend ! Hugo
Just bought a pair of Velasca today a few hours before this update :D
Good to know I made a good choice!
Thanks Hugo for this video
Yes you did make a safe choice. Stay well and safe Luis ! Hugo
And thanks for your words on Portugal 😍
You still have MANY years, but you are very welcome to retire here !
@@octadel Haha why not ? Portugal is a wonderful country... Hugo
Hopefully I'll get my first pair of Meermin shoes the next months. I fell in love with the wholecut in espresso and copper. Thanks a lot for the great Content, I've alerady seen the first episode. Specially for the more "low budget" or younger people (I'm not that young but in the same financial situation) selection I'm really thankful. Please keep on Hugo. Take care.
Reste en bonne santé
à bientôt René
Merci René ! Toi aussi fais attention à ta santé. Amicalement, Hugo
Hi Hugo,
I've been an ardent follower of Sartorial Talks for the past year and am truly grateful for your regular content.
I was wondering if you had had a chance to visit India in your travels and what, if any, sartorial insights you had about the country. As an Indian student, learning about the rich history of the sartorial world has been truly educational, but I have a keen interest in it's influence on my native country and I therefore seek your wisdom regarding it.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Dear Saumitra, we are actually supposed with Sonya to come to Mumbai pretty soon for some sartorial activities, but with the lockdown I guess this will not happen before a few months. All my best and please stay safe ! Hugo
Great content as always Hugo, thanks for all the recommendations, I know it's hard to look in every country but if you can take a look to Mexico, here we have a huge industry of leather tannery and shoe making in Guanajuato
I will my friend, as soon as this virus will disappear ! Stay well, Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS same for you, stay healthy and take car
@@yakramirez120 Thank you friend. Hugo
Thank you Hugo for your videos ... they have opened my eyes to the world of fine shoes. It’s bittersweet experience so far. I have decided to clear out my shoe collection and gradually start building a new smaller one but with hopefully better quality shoes but at obviously great ‘damage’ to my wallet. I utterly love your videos .
Congratulations Ahmed and sorry for your wallet, at least in the short term. Because in the long run, you'll understand that wearing quality shoes is excellent for your health, for your look but also for your wallet (as they will last a loonnngggg time if well maintained). Cheers, Hugo
So happy to hear that Velasca is in your list Hugo. They seem very serious with the shoe making thingy.
What do you think about Magnanni ?
Michael Dermenjian Never heard of them. Maybe my mistake?
Thank you Hugo for such a comprehensive list of great shoemakers at this price point. I enjoy your videos a great deal sir. Anxiously awaiting your next Sartorial Talks.
Thank you very much James for this message of encouragement ! Hugo
Cnes is available in Singapore too. You did talk about it before
Thanks for the correction, Jeremy. Hugo
Talking about Cobbler Union, they just announced their Honorary Investor program. It basically a program in which if you purchased for a total of $1000, you Will get unlimited discount of 25%
I didn't know that. It sounds like a pretty good deal ! Hugo
Plus C U has a 20% discount thru the end of April 2020. All purchases build your total for lifetime discount
ok... then i need 2 more pairs... :O
i am happy with my black cap toe oxfords city lasts.... but i really didnt like the quality of my 371 lasts brown ox brogue captoe... saw it too late ... bad stitching!
Hey so I know you did a 2 parter on ties. Was wondering if you could do a video listing quality tie brands for different budgets?
Yes we can do this for sure even if there are already a lot of informations in those two videos. Cheers Nesh ! Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS 😊 omg Hugo acknowledged my existence!
@@neshnevin9786 Haha you're funny my friend. Of course, without people like you (and all our followers), WE will not exist ! Please stay safe. Hugo
I'm so thankful for your channel and now interested in a specific topic: the right bags for a gentlemen to wear with great fitted suits. Maybe you can recommend some of the brilliant brands, like you always do. Thanks and greetings from Germany.
Dear Julius, there are so many great bags makers. What are you looking for, a travel bag, a briefcase, a one-day bag ? Cheers, Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS Dear Hugo, your right, my question was not specific enough! I'm looking for briefcases; big enough to carry around all your everyday and office stuff, but small enough, so you won't have trouble with it :D. Thanks for answering, Julius
I know, the shoe cradle here in the Philippines is reviving itself aswell... The Shoe artisans of Marikina are coming back to life...
Great post Hugo! It’s a welcome respite from the coronavirus mess. Will you be doing another segment on the next step up? I’m particularly interested in your thoughts on shell cordovan in general, and Alden shoes in particular. Be well my friend.
Thank you John. I don't need another segment to tell you Alden's cordovan leather shoes are excellent (probably among the best on the market). As for Cordovan, it's a matter of taste because the natural shine is very distinctive. Personally I find this leather beautiful and the quality outstanding. Hugo
SARTORIAL TALKS thanks Hugo.
@@johnrauer1 My pleasure John. Hugo
Dear Hugo, what an amazing video before i go to sleep ! you awake all my sense now and all my passion to shoes !))))). very interesting information ,, i wondered at the beginning of the video how come to have 9 different countries !!!! but once again we learn from the Master !)) . So glad to see you healthy my friend ,,,stay Save , love to you and Sonya from Cairo, Egypt.
Thank you Nader, our loyal friend. Take care of yourself and your family. Hugo & Sonya
I have purchased a pair of Belgian loafers from CNES and they are excellent, the price was around $280 with delivery to the UK and I shall certainly be buying more pairs in the future, good quality at a good price, highly recommended.
Thanks Mr. Jacomet for another splendid video! Since you mentioned Atlanta may I relate something that happened to me there? Many years ago I worked as an intern in Atlanta. Back then I was virtually penniless. One day I was strolling through a large mall in Buckhead when I saw a Gentlemen‘s outfitter. Because at that time my interest in the sartorial world had just started, I entered it and a very well dressed older man who happened to be the shop‘s owner approached me. He quickly recognised my terrible German accent but to my great surprise he was very happy about it. He told me that he had attended a German university when he was a young and poor man himself by means of a scholarship. One day, he said, a man whom he didn’t know at all approached him somewhere, told him how happy he was to see him as a foreigner in Germany (he is black, so in those times he must have been instantly recognisable as foreigner) and just gave him 10 Deutschmarks. Because of this kind (and - sad to say - untypical) gesture of a fellow German many years ago this shop owner was very pleased to see me and offered me a huge discount on everything in his shop. It was all very up-market, so even with this discount I could only afford a nice tie, but what I got from this encounter was much more valuable than a discount. I learned that a true gentleman is not just well dressed, but kind and generous as well. Sometimes you can’t give back to the person who did something for you, so just do something good for someone else. This incident also created a very fond memory so I always consider people from Atlanta as very nice guys until proven otherwise. So it’s no surprise to me that you like it there. Cheers!
Thank you so much Johannes for a wonderful, inspiring and touching story. And yes people from the South are kind and generous. Cheers, Hugo & Sonya
May I ask if there will be an English version of your book *Souliers*? I would gladly buy one. Thank you.
I remember a few months back. You warned us in a video, in no uncertain terms, that developing an interest in shoes can very easily lead to an obsession. Well, since then I've bought six pairs of decent to high quality dress shoes and am presently waiting for my first made to order pair of patina'd monkstraps. I kind of wish that you had warned us with a little bit more force about how addictive this is, because now I'm hooked - even though I'm enjoying every day of it.
Dear Mattias, I'm at the same time sorry and happy for you ! Welcome to the club. Hugo
Same here. One Church’s chukka boot, one pair of RTW C&J Pembroke and one MTO C&J Tetbury which is on its way. 🙈
@@ahpadt Honestly it's a good addiction my friend. Stay safe ! Hugo
I heard about Carlos Santos from one of your previous programs. Now I own 3 pairs from them. Superb! One note, their shoes run a 1/2 measure larger than usual US sizing. ie I usually wear a 9.5 but a 9.0 fits better.
Thank you Steve for your feed-back and your (very) useful information ! Cheers, Hugo
There's a CNES retail store in Singapore. I've visited the store myself. They also provide high quality shoe repair services. For example JR soles, toe caps.
Your videos are quite nice and informative - many thanks!
My pleasure. Hugo
I have a pair of Cobbler Union shoes that I bought after seeing your first video. I bought a pair of their monkstraps that have quite a unique design. Anyway couldn't be happier with the look and quality of the shoe. Always get a compliment when a wear them.
Also as you mentioned, their customer service was superb.
Congratulations Harold. Are you speaking of the monk strap with "crossed" buckles ? Very nice indeed. Cheers ! Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS Exactly. BTW just ordered a pair of the Antonio Meccariello MTO shoes also. Wouldn't have known about them without your great reviews. Haven't received them yet since its a 6 month wait. My son also moved to NYC for a new job and I advised him to buy a new pair of shoes from Meermin. He did note they take a bit of breaking in but they are holding up well. They have a brick and mortar store in NYC He usually is a shoe destroyer and these have reisisted his destructive forces well.
@@hk-in8cg Congratulations for your Meccariello shoes. And yes Meermin are serious shoes my friend ! Cheers and please stay safe. Hugo
HUGO I like your pocket square, what brand is it? , Where can I get it
Another wonderful video, thank you Hugo! Very interesting to see some Asian countries featured, and will be interesting to hear more about that. Lots of Indonesian, Vietnamese, Malaysian, and Indian shoemakers popping up online. Very nice to see this video as a young person who needs to shop within this bracket!
Happy if we are useful Eli ! Stay safe. Hugo
Good one as always Hugo! One comment for anyone who may read this is to exercise some caution when ordering dress shoes from Asia. Asian brands tend to make shoes for people with flatter feet. Although beautiful, I would hesitate to buy a pair without trying them on first or exchanging a few emails regarding the fit.
You are perfectly right Rory. Asiatic feet don't have an arch like we do, but fortunately most brands are producing shoes for Occident and shoes for Far East. Meermin, for example, sells the vast majority of its production to European. But your advice is extremely wise and welcome. Cheers my friend, Hugo
It was in one of your videos that I first heard of Cobbler Union. I jumped in and purchased myself a pair of oxfords. I cant thank you enough for your recommendation. Absolutely exquisitely crafted shoes, and look way more expensive than they really are.
Thank you my friend for your feedback ! Cheers, Hugo
Dear Hugo and Sonya,
When PG had its first Cobbler Union promo in 2018 I jumped right ordering a pair of brown wholecut oxfords (Miguel V). Today they remain my most beautiful pair of shoes and also my favourite! Their service, as you have mentioned, is excellent, engaging and personal.
So thank you for introducing them to me and I hope you continue to be an evangelist for style and elegance and make the world much more beautiful place!
Thank you,
Evan
Thank you so much Evan for your encouraging message and yes, CU is a great company. Cheers, Hugo
Great video Mr. Jacomet ... hope all is well and both Sonia and yourself are in good health and safe .....
For the pain that occurs when you first wear a shoe ...I think it is also that a lot of men and shoe shops donot know anything about the Brannock measurments that doesnt just take the length of the foot but the width, the curve, the hieght, and the arch...it also can measure each foot seperatly ....getting the right measurement is vital ....I recently bought some nice shoes ...but the measurment was wrong .... so, I ended up having nice shoes but cant wear them!!
By the way ...we share the same passion towards the Whole cut of Berluti (( The Alissandro)) ...
thank you very much Eyad for this important information. And yes, the Alessandro remains an iconic design ! Stay safe my friend, Hugo
Oh yeah, i also got one pair of Ducal’s of Firenze (not Doucals). I saw this brand on the parisian gentlemen blog of yours. The quality is also outstanding. Lucky for me these shoes were also in a big sale so i was able to buy them for 150 euros.
Well, Ducal's shoes for 150 is the steal of.. the decade ! Cheers, Hugo
Thank you for your personal message Hugo, I really really appreciate that!
If you are interested in Ducal shoes for between 100 and 150 euros i can bring you in contact with the seller. This guy has bought the entire stock of Meyer Shoes in Amsterdam which is bankrupted a few years ago. DM me if you are interested.
Excellent review of the brands. I have quite a collection of Meermin and agree on the slight break in period but perfectly reasonable for the steal of a price. They are probably the lowest cost shell cordovan and museum calf shoes you can find. CNES (pronounced "See Ness") I am wearing today and so far very impressed. The patina is excellent and they have quite an impressive fiddleback waist. Carlos Santos I just wore yesterday and another very impressive patina and comfort was great right out of the box. A number of the other brands were already on my wish list but now thanks to your review I did add a few more new brands to the list. Thanks!
Hi Hugo! Thank you very much for this video. For some of us, this is the price range in which we shop, so knowing our options is hugely valuable!
As for Skoaktiebolaget, I will try to spell that phonetically for you: Skoh - akshe - boh - larget :)
Great video as usual. thanks. Please do another one on the next price bracket.
Hugo, your knowledge is amazing my friend!
I have been thinking of mixing my style up a bit and tying a pair of Allen Edmonds I am glade you mentioned them. On a side note I was not aware that your lovely wife was from Atlanta. I visit Georgia frequently we should meet sometime we’re both in town.
Blessings to you my Brother
Sure why not. Blessings my friend, and please stay safe. Hugo
incredible, the videos are long, but the content is exquisite and entertaining, I really like it
Many thanks Miguel for your encouragements! Hugo
Hello Hugo and Soyna, I love your channel and feel like I have been learning a lot. I have a question, I was wondering if either of you have or feel that it's acceptable to where dress boot's like the one's from Justin Fitzpatrick with a suit? Thanks again for your channel and can't wait till the next one.
Hey Joey ! Of course Justin's dress boots are perfectly fine with a suit. Cheers and take care, Hugo
Hello hugo what do think about the brand finsbury ???
Finsbury produces decent shoes and have a large network of stores in France (I believe it's a franchise now). Cheers, Hugo
I own 8 pairs of Meermins ( I really need to put up some videos) I wore them all the time when I had a job wear I was able to sit more. Stopped when my job changed ( started wearing sneakers again) to standing up on concrete all day. My feet strated to hurt went back to wearing them my feet feel so much better.
Thank you my friend for your feedback. Stay safe ! Hugo
Good morning Hugo. Can i ask you,the shirt that you wear in the video is a spearpoint collar shirt?
It's a long point pin collar (bespoke by Marol in Bologna with superlative Alumo Soyella Royal 240/2). Cheers Nikos, Hugo
@@SARTORIALTALKS very ellegant as usual.lately i also wear tie pin collar shirts.since i always wear a tie bar(i hate fixing my tie all the time),do you find it too much?
Dear Hugo. Because of your advice I bought some Santoni shoes and I am very happy with them. Thank you.
Congratulations Philipp ! Cheers, Hugo
27:35 soo true.. It's much more addictive
I can relate to this my friend ! Hugo
Out of your list, I've only had one brand: Cobbler Union, and I agree, it's a fantastic value, and my suede chukka boats from them are my "travel shoes", as I often bring them as my only pair of nice shoes while traveling. They are casual, yet slightly upscale, and they look brand new after many miles and four years! The John boot is great, as well as the spectator. Plus, fantastic customer service.
Dear Hugo,
How are you?
Just received a pair of RINGO PUNCHED CAP-TOE OXFORDS, patina brown with, triumph metal toe taps from CNES and I must say that they look fantastic unfortunately I can only wear them at home for the moment! The purchase went really well and the communication with the sales department was fantastic and in less than a week I received the shoes, I must say that they are very professional.
Thank you once again.
Kind regards,
António Borda D’água
Thank you so much Antonio for your "real life" feedback. It's extremely valuable for all of us. Let's hope we'll all be able to walk outside sooner than later, but staying at home is the most sensible thing to do right now. Be safe my friend, Hugo
Dear Hugo as always great video. I have a question though. What is your take on Spanish brand Crownhill shoes? Regards, Z.
Never heard about them my friend. Hugo
Have you ever tried a (Floris) van Bommel from the Netherlands?
No never. Maybe one day ? Cheers, Hugo
I got inspired throughout your videos with Enzo Bonafe. Last mont i was able to buy one pair in the sale for 200 euros. I directly followed your advice and bought them without any hasitation..
A pair of Bonafè for 200 euros is the steal of the year ! Hugo
Wish I knew about CNES when I was in Vietnam last year, would have definitely gotten a pair of shoes there :(
What part of a Meermin shoe makes it so hard to break in? Do they undersize the last, and don't tension the leather, so that your actual foot stretches the material to its final form?
Great Video Hugo!! Keep it up. I found recently a quality pair of Stacy Adams Madison. It's a good year welted pair with calfskin top grain leather upper. I was extremely surprised of the quality for around 120 USD. The quality was similar to an AE pair. Would recommend.
I don't know this brand but thank you for your feedback. Hugo
the swedish brands translation is: Shoe shares company. Aktie means shares that you can buy from a company.
What’s your take on Paul Evans? I have a few pairs of them and Ace Marks and I’m wondering if I’d be better served to venture outside those tow brands.
I know none of them sufficiently to have an opinion. The only thing I can say is that I'm really not a big fan of Evans' lasts (especially the toe pointing up), but it's also a matter of taste. I believe for a lower price you should give one of the brands mentioned here a try. Best ! Hugo
I would give a shout out to another French shoe company, Paraboot. Their iconic shoes are on the casual side, but they also have a dressier line. Very well made and in the price bracket you discuss here. To be honest some models, like the Michael, are an acquired taste...definitely cannot be described as sleek but I own two pairs :-)
The Michael is an iconic outdoor model for sure. I thought their dressier line was slightly above this price bracket. Otherwise Paraboot is a safe bet for sure. Cheers, Hugo
Great episode master Hugo, take care of all virus and germs, we need elegance, poetry and art.
Gracias Jorge. Stay safe ! Hugo
Hi from Singapore. Love your channel and a Carmina fan for years. Found the CNES brand by accident 3 months back whilst shopping for Safir products. The distributor for Safir in SG brings in the CNES brand as well - Straits Establishment. They do have a local website cnes.co and I think ships internationally. Design is very elegant, I bought the Ringo model which is a semi-brogue Oxford cap toe. Beautiful workmanship with a very narrow waist. I do think it's a great bargain and glad you're highlighting Asian brands
Thank you so much my friend for this feedback ! It helps a lot, Cheers, Hugo
Welcome back hope all is well safe healthy God bless.
We are safe John, God bless you too. Hugo & Sonya