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You have just experienced what is affectionately known as "the London Broil." lol
cufflinkmaniac said:Well why didn't you specify that thread the first time around?
scotrace said:That simply isn't correct.
See also: The London Lounge "Nothing But Tails"
You can wear them as you like, of course, but traditionally, pumps are paired with white tie.
David V said:Sorry but there is nothing in the article which states that the pump is fit only for white tie.
It is the prefered shoe for semi and formal wear.
cufflinkmaniac said:You beat me to it!
True. And Etutee's piece did contain this tidbit:David V said:Sorry but there is nothing in the article which states that the pump is fit only for white tie.
GWD said:This is the most entertaining thread I've read in awhile.lol
cufflinkmaniac said:You have a problem with opera pumps,don't you?
HadleyH said:yes i do why.............. you want to make something out of it?
Geesie said:Only...
Bourbon Guy said:These:
http://www.brooksbrothers.com/IWCat...ction_Id=527&Product_Id=1065328&Parent_Id=522
Patent leather pumps, but you need the grosgrain bow.
cufflinkmaniac said:I think I will go for the Brutini pumps in calfskin.It would be nice if there were a place to get the bows needed for opera pumps,and then just take them to a cobbler to have the necessary slits cut into the shoe and attach the bow.I know the vamp is a bit high,but higher vamp opera pumps do exist.Case in point:
Bourbon Guy said:Strikes me that by the time you find an apporpriate bow, or have one made, and then have it installed on the shoes, you may be approaching what you would have paid for a proper pair in the first place if you shop around.
cufflinkmaniac said:Every so slightly out of the 16 year olds budget.