通常これらの画像のスペシャルを行うとき、いくつかの有名なオーダーメイドの靴屋からそれを得た新しいペアですが、私の最新の TLB マヨルカ アルティスタ ペア少し近くを披露する楽しいかもしれないと思った、いくつかの詳細写真を共有することができますそれらの非常に珍しい中距離価格セグメントでグッドイヤーウェルト靴で見つけるむしろ特別な機能。
以前にもこのシューゲイザーで書きましたが、昨年Skolyx に就職して最初に取り組んだことの一つが、TLBマヨルカ工場と協力して新しいトップレンジArtista(Artistaの開発について詳しくはin this report)、この価格帯のシューズでは通常見られないような構造の詳細や素材の選択を絞り込みたいと思いました(価格は425ユーロ、EU以外の方は378ドル(消費税別)です)。多くの人がこの靴の「魅力」とArtistaの特徴を理解してくれたことがうれしいです。私の最新のArtistaは、Charles F. Stead Janus reverse calf polo suedeのペニーローファーで、Goyaラストで作られており、この春後半にはSkolyxに入荷する予定です。以下、この一足の写真と、アルティスタの特徴的な仕様をご紹介します。
Splendid choice Jesper !
I am so happy with my Picasso Artist too and I must say they really produce fantastic shoes for the price range !
Enjoy your new loafers.
Thanks André! Glad you are pleased with yours, a lot of bang for the buck for sure.
The Artista line looks impressive for the money, look forward to seeing them at the Super Trunk Show.
Do you have any plans to cover Mori of Shoemakers any more in the near future? From what little I’ve seen on Instagram they look appealing, but I can’t find much more info about them online.
Sam: Glad you think so!
I’ve recently done one post introducing Mori and one podcast interview with the founder, so no plans for much more at the moment no. But you know that they are coming to the London super trunk, right? So you’ll be able to find out all you wish then!
Fantastic Shoes! compared with Crockett and jones Sydney model wich one would be better finished?
I’m thinking of ordering this model, my dilemma is size.
I wear UK 9.5.
What is your opinion, should the number be corrected?
Sasa: Don’t really understand the question, but in general you wear the same size in these loafers as in lace-ups from “true to size” brands like Crockett & Jones, Carmina etc.
Thank you for your prompt response.
These look splendid, Jesper. Could you just tell me what you think of Vass, compared with TLB (main line or Artista)? Thank you.
David: Thanks! They both have their pros and cons. Vass obviously has the upper hand in terms of construction with the hand welting and handmade sole stitch, but are less refined in the making and apparently have switched to fibre board heel lifts lately. Artista has slimmer waist, tighter sole stitching and are a bit more sleek in general, but “only” Goodyear welted and much more of a factory-made product than Vass. Both are excellent stuff for the price though, go with the one you think looks best and which has the best fit for your feet (if you know this).
Hey Jesper, I checked with Vass and they said they use JR-made ground leather heel blocks nowadays because they’re lighter and, I quote, make for a smoother result that’s also better visually. What do you think about that?
I also wanted to ask you, is the leather TLB uses as good as Vass? And how do you think those two brands compare to, say, CJ Handgrade? Thanks!
David: To be frank, leather board heel lifts will always be inferior to real leather in most regards, especially durability. No matter if the scrap leather that’s been pressed together with glue comes from JR or not.
I would say that Vass and TLB Artista are quite on par when it comes to leather quality. C&J Handgrade would be step up when it comes to leather quality, but isn’t handmade like Vass, real leather heel stiffeners as both Vass and Artista, or the tight waist of Artista. Either way, you won’t go wrong with any of these, buy the one you think looks best and fits your style/feet best.