The Splurge: All shoes 15% – 30% off through AllenEdmonds.com
No code necessary. Prices are marked on the site. Sale prices expire October 11th.
They’re calling it their biggest sale event of the year and it’s pretty damn big. The entire Allen Edmonds site is marked down by at least 15% off, with more than a couple good looking pairs getting the 30% off treatment. Wander on over into their clearance section, and some AE standards are under $200.
There’s no code, no hoops to jump through, and it’s going on in-store too. Free ground shipping on all domestic orders and they return free in store. Proud Canucks and those with wide feet can rejoice. They ship to Canada and there are plenty of wide sizes available. It is Allen Edmonds, so even after the discounts these aren’t cheap:
Allen Edmonds Elgin – $229 ($295)
Featured in the how to dress up in a dressed down workplace post, but somehow, someway, left off the best looking rugged laceups list. That’s a traveshamockery. Making up for it now. The McTavish is also on sale.
Allen Edmonds Norwich – $249 ($325)
If shoes can drip with sex, then a double monk probably does the most dripping. A single monk like the Norwich seen here doesn’t really drip or even glisten with sex. Still a real interesting shoe and a monk strap all the same.
Allen Edmonds Vernon – $276.25* ($325)
It’s too bad they seem to have killed off the Weybridge, but these which debuted last fall look like a relative. Allen Edmonds claims to have originally designed it for black tie use, but of course you can wear it with suits as well. Also available in brown. *UPDATE: These are now $259.96 through Endless
Allen Edmonds Macneil Longwing – $249 ($335)
The open-laced, built on the 7-last AE longwing. (More on Allen Edmonds lasts here.) Longwing = a wingtip that has a perforation line which wraps all the way to the back while remaining unbroken. Expensive at $250, but available in a perfect walnut color or an ultra conservative black. The Shell Cordovan options are also marked down just in case you drive a rocket car and live in a gold plated house.
Allen Edmonds Juneau Loafer – $149 ($295)
Almost half off. Probably because there’s not many people out there with a want for a suede loafer with a mini lugged sole. Still, for $150, you’re getting AE quality in a real nice looking suede penny loafer. Upscale pub worthy.
Allen Edmonds Fifth Avenue – $249 ($325)
Just enough character thanks to that perforation driven cap toe. Drool worthy stitching. A true oxford built on the longest last in the Allen Edmonds arsenal.
Allen Edmonds Fifth Street – $297.50* ($350)
The big brother boot of the Fifth Avenue oxford. True Oxford lacing, a perf cap, but instead of a plain toe this one gets a medallion. Incredible looking. Not cheap by any stretch. *UPDATE: These are now $280 through Endless
Allen Edmonds Player’s Shoe – $249 ($325)
From the site: “Originally crafted as a gift for golfers participating in the 2010 PGA Tournament at Whistling Straights in Kohler, Wisconsin…” I knew I should have become a professional golfer. Totally could have happened too (no.) Four colors to pick from with the white option and sand option (shown) looking pretty close.
Allen Edmonds Dalton Wingtip Boot – $318.75* ($375)
One of the new arrivals for Allen Edmonds. Deserves a parade. Wildly expensive for most of us. A complete splurge and then some. But look at them. *UPDATE: These are now $300 flat through Endless
The Allen Edmonds “Rediscover America” sale expires 10/11/11 and is also going on in stores as well. Are these too expensive to be labeled as affordable by most? Yes. But that’s why there’s a “too expensive” category.
I own a pair of McAllisters and love them.
still waiting for a deal on mcallies!
Bought the Juneau last month for a steal at the Allen Edmonds outlet. I really like them, highly recommend. The fifth avenues are also top nothch.
“Deserves a parade”. I do enjoy your writing; it puts a smile on my face.
Oh my god… those boots… *sigh* I need to start playing the lotto
Joe, I’m not sure I can forgive you for showing me those Daltons….
What? They even have my size (6.5D) in most shoes ? Wow, I’m really surprised. And sadly really broke, which is too bad, because those shoes are beautiful.
With the “Fifth Street,” is that price right? Is the sale price more than the regular price?!?
I gave up on the cheap wingtip boot search several weeks ago and bought the daltons. The are awesome, and worth it.
oh goodness. those fifth avenues. I am trying to justify spending the equvalent of ten good nights out on a pair of shoes….so that i can look good when going out on said nights.
I picked up a pair of the Dalton boots for $199 no tax/free shipping at the AE outlet last Sunday, walked in by chance on the last day of their “All Boots $199” sale and got the salesman to ship them to my house in AR. No tax since they don’t have a retail presence there and free shipping from stores. Needless to say I’m very excited!
Oh man – too bad this sale wasn’t happening about 3 weeks ago. I was searching for some cap-toe dress shoes to spice up my mock trial wardrobe. I ended up splurging and paying near full-price for a pair of Johnston and Murphy Melton oxfords. Good shoes but not nearly as nice as the AEs, I’m sure.
Not to hijack the thread but: Heads up y’all. 40% off Banana Republic with code “BRTUES40” through 4pm EST today. I just picked up three sweaters for $60 total. Schwing.
Thanks! I got 3 of the silk / cashmere sweaters I’ve been wanting.
I’ve got one more selection for those that are looking for under $200 and/or another loafer option. The Preston. Its the most versatile shoe I have and is the perfect travel shoe. The leather has enough polish to it that I don’t have a problem wearing with dressier pants but also love with jeans. Contrast stitching makes it a quiet standout.
http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonline/producti_SF44060_1_40000000001_-1
Typo, and fixed.
There’s your wingtip boot winner. Lord only knows why someone would by a wingtip boot of questionable quality for $150 when you can get this last-a-lifetime boot for double the price.
Hijack away… 40% of is a terrific deal. Just saw that now and thanks for posting.
What three gets you to $60?
What three gets you to $60?
What three gets you to $60?
The ones that are already on sale for $30-35, yo.
The ones that are already on sale for $30-35, yo.
Biggest bang for the buck. Great shoes, excellent fit, super value
Biggest bang for the buck. Great shoes, excellent fit, super value
Agreed – with something like this, there’s no point in buying shoes that look good “for the money.” It’s either awesome or it isn’t, and it’s not like a wingtip boot is an absolute must in the first place. You can always go with a cheaper type of casual boot (like desert boots) that still looks cool.
Ah yes. Good call, thanks for the tip.
How is the sizing on the Daltons?
“The Shell Cordovan options are also marked down just in case you drive a rocket car and live in a gold plated house.”
..really?
Apologies, SOLID gold house. Not gold plated. Chester Lampwick rolls large yo.
You do know that the whole brouhaha about “quality” is mostly a marketing ploy to steer gullible souls into paying premium? As a former sheeple of that kind, I discovered that I’d rather buy much cheaper shoes and replace them on as needed basis, rather than spend large amounts of money for superior quality, just to watch it deteriorate anyway over time. This may be justified for some goods, but not for clothes. I have 5 pairs of Allen Edmonds. Yes, they lasted a long, long time. But in the end of the day, they are just a bunch of stained, worn out shoes. Not worth it IMO, that’s why I’m back to the sub $150 crowd, not to mention that some of the htings there are surprisingly durable.
Nah. I actually have an Allen Edmonds brogued cap-toe boot. It’s great, but not awesome. It was 3 times more expensive than the florsheim gafney, but not 3 times as awesome…
I have to say, if ever you needed a reason to splurge from time to time, these shoes are it. I own four pairs of AEs (two McAllisters, a Fifth Avenue, and the Bayfields) and they’re far and away the most comfortable shoes I own. I wish this offer applied to custom shoes, as I’d love to snag a pair of Moras and Greysons with a rubber sole, but those Daltons in Dark Chocolate are mighty tempting regardless …
A couple notes, though: the last on the Fifth Avenue is purported to be the longest they offer, but my 10.5s still look ever so slightly stubby; my McAllisters are 11s and appear much sleeker — though it may be my eyes playing tricks on me. For what it’s worth, I normally wear a 10.5, but had to buy an 11 in the McAllisters due to the Fifth Avenues being a bit snug; if you’re in-between, you might want to size up.
Also, Joe, the link to the Daltons actually sends you to the Norwich.
Agreed. I have allen edmonds also, and while they are nice and will probably last awhile, As long as you buy good construction and materials those 100-150 dollar range shoes should last just as long as a pair of AE provided you take care of them and have a good cobbler.
At the AE shoe store they sized my last 5 fit half size down in length 1 size up in width
Use their sizing guide. It’s a print-up, measure yourself sort of thing. AE’s are sized really wonky.
My walnut Fifth Avenues were an initiation into quality shoedom. The leather has a beautiful dimensionality to it, and using a unique lacing (http://www.fieggen.com/shoelace/romanlacing.htm), these shoes are the vanguard in my “stand out quietly” campaign.
Joe, your description of single vs. double monk strap is so wonderfully put. You have got a way with words, my friend.
Second that. Incredible comfort, classic style, made in USA, recraftable, a millions sizes… of course, if I lived in a gold-plated house I’d buy a pair of Jeffersons (Walnut.)
Worth noting that Brooks Brothers sells the Strand and Fifth Avenue with a few minor improvements (still made by AE in the USA,) at a slight price uplift. Would have been a good pickup for $260 during their FF event. I’m still kicking myself for not buying the Red Wing Dress Boot for $240 during said sale. And now I’m seriously considering an AE Malvern or Bayfield instead…
AE shoes are also available with the same sale prices for many models through both Amazon and Endless with free shipping and no tax.
I know this is a bit late but I just bought a pair of McAllisters at AE. Love them to death even though I’ve only had them for three days. The sizing does seem to vary as I’m looking down the comments. I’m normally at 10.5 in shoes. When I was sized for the McAllisters the sales person first had me try on a 9D. In the end I ended up getting a 9 EEE since the sides were pushing hard against my foot.