Carmina now has a customisation option for their shoes on their website. The normal markup is 30% I think, but over the weekend they offered it with no extra charge. Not sure if the promo is still valid but you could try. Promo code WELCOME-CUSTOMISATION.

I got a 6-eyelet derby in polo suede in the Simpson last with dainite soles. Added shoe trees too since they were discounted as well.

That sounds awesome! Alas... I dare not buy online for a last that I've never tried before.

St Crispins trunk show at WJ & Co:
http://www.saintcrispins.com/trunk-shows/

November 29th and 30th, 2016

WJ & Co - Kuala Lumpur
with Phillip Car

Interesting. Open for all?

Need advice here guys.

I want to buy my first real men shoes as I just started working as intern. I want a shoes that is either black or dark brown. I am still in dilemma which color to choose. Black seems like it is more formal and easier to match with clothes, but I personally love dark brown as it stands out from the color of pants/shirt so people will notice it immediately. And also with black If I were to buy a black suit I can match it easily and with dark brown it is harder to match. And also brogue or wholecut oxford or cap toe is better as my first shoe? Few years back then, brogue was my favourite, but after doing research online lately I am okay with any of the three as long as it looks good. If money isn't an issue I would choose Crockett and Jones, but I would like to keep my budget below Rm1k for a pair of shoes. I am going to P.Lal and WJ and Co to check it out next weekend.

So black or dark brown, and what type(brogue etc..) do you guys recommend along with the brand.

How much would you guys pay for a pair of designer loafers?

I saw a pair of calf skin loafers/moccassins from Louis Vuitton. Very nice, except that they cost around RM3200 per pair. They have the LV emblem at the front.

Is that considered too pricey to pay for a pair of loafers?

if u need to ask, then u cant afford it.

Well, I'm just asking for opinions around here. Is that price too exorbitant for a pair of loafers?

Affordability is not the issue here, but rather whether you guys have seen better deals for designer shoes elsewhere, which may be more "bang for buck".

How much would you guys pay for a pair of designer loafers?

I saw a pair of calf skin loafers/moccassins from Louis Vuitton. Very nice, except that they cost around RM3200 per pair. They have the LV emblem at the front.

Is that considered too pricey to pay for a pair of loafers?

Agreed with @rayng18. We are not so into designer brands in this thread.

To me, 3.2k is way too much because you are basically paying for the brand name.

A good pair of loafers made from good quality calf, in a moccasin construction, I would say max 2k from a good shoemaker for a RTW shoe. Preferably one that only makes shoes and is not a general fashion brand like LV, RL, etc.

Not that I would ever spend that much on a casual shoe...but everyone has different priorities.

How much would you guys pay for a pair of designer loafers?

I saw a pair of calf skin loafers/moccassins from Louis Vuitton. Very nice, except that they cost around RM3200 per pair. They have the LV emblem at the front.

Is that considered too pricey to pay for a pair of loafers?

Well, I'm just asking for opinions around here. Is that price too exorbitant for a pair of loafers?

Affordability is not the issue here, but rather whether you guys have seen better deals for designer shoes elsewhere, which may be more "bang for buck".

designers shoes are never best "bang for the buck" in term for quality. many made in Italy using blake welt. they do sell glued sneaker and shoes. U paying for the designer name to show U can afford to spend for a "inferior" product.. or tell ppl "hey I am a carrot"!

for quality go for Bespoke/MTO shoes and show U can really afford and blow 11K+
http://www.styleforum.net/t/512506/mto-vs-bespoke-shoes

like many has stated, ppl here are not into designer and pay for marketing over quality

A pair of loafers from LV for RM3200 is a steal, straight away get tuhao cred man. Get some hermes belt too and you're good to go

designers shoes are never best "bang for the buck" in term for quality. many made in Italy using blake welt. they do sell glued sneaker and shoes. U paying for the designer name to show U can afford to spend for a "inferior" product.. or tell ppl "hey I am a carrot"!

for quality go for Bespoke/MTO shoes and show U can really afford and blow 11K+
http://www.styleforum.net/t/512506/mto-vs-bespoke-shoes

like many has stated, ppl here are not into designer and pay for marketing over quality