White's Semi-dress Boots..

[Grayland]

Hey guys,

I have another quiz for you all. How do you feel about the Medallion Toe Cap. I know I'm going to put a cap on the Cordovans, but unsure if I should do Medallion to spice it up or stick with my tried and true regular toe cap.

The medallion might look nice, but I would love to see a pic prior. I didn't realize it was an option. Now, when you say Cordovan, are you referring to shell cordovan or a burgundy colored leather?

BTW - you inquired in an earlier post about some Alden Wingtip Cordovan shoes and their suitability with denim. I have a pair in #8 shell with commando soles. I have tried to wear them with denim before and always take them off. The high lustre just doesn't work with denim in my eyes.

 

[IsaacRN]

I was referring to actual shell cordovan. I actually just placed an order for the Alden #8 Chukka Boot. I pray they fit, as I hate doing the whole exchange situation. I just didn't want to pay almost $400 more for the White's, at least at this time.

 

[daizawaguy]

Rough out / otter

 

[daizawaguy]

 

[univibe88]

Wow, I wish my eye for style was as refined as yours. Those are beautiful.

 

[daizawaguy]

Thanks! I`m still not used to the combo yet, but I did want something dressy and different. The two leathers are quite different though - rough out is very thick, and the otter is extremely thin, will be interesting how they go along together. Comments!?

 

[bl@ster]

Just took delivery of these beautiful Horsehide White's Semi Dress.

Here's the config and photos:

White's Horse Hide Semi Dress // Toe Cap Leather Color Does not apply, Sole Leather, Size - Length 11, Hardware Antique Eyes & Hooks, Edge Natural, Upper (Shaft) Leather Brown Horse Hide, Midsole Single, Pull Loops No Thanks, Last Standard, Sole Trim Close Trim, Toe Vamp Leather Brown Horse Hide, Heel Base 90 Degree Blocked off Heel (Traveler), Heel Lifts 1/4" Lower, Size - Width D (medium), Toe Cap No Thanks, Celastic Toe Box Single Celastic Toe, Leather Liner Red

 

[Southernwayfare]

Just took delivery of these beautiful Horsehide White's Semi Dress.

Here's the config and photos:

White's Horse Hide Semi Dress // Toe Cap Leather Color Does not apply, Sole Leather, Size - Length 11, Hardware Antique Eyes & Hooks, Edge Natural, Upper (Shaft) Leather Brown Horse Hide, Midsole Single, Pull Loops No Thanks, Last Standard, Sole Trim Close Trim, Toe Vamp Leather Brown Horse Hide, Heel Base 90 Degree Blocked off Heel (Traveler), Heel Lifts 1/4" Lower, Size - Width D (medium), Toe Cap No Thanks, Celastic Toe Box Single Celastic Toe, Leather Liner Red

Beautiful. Did you order directly from Whites or Bakers? Is it possible to get those lined?

 

[Southernwayfare]

I just noticed the config says red liner. What happened?

 

[bl@ster]

Beautiful. Did you order directly from Whites or Bakers? Is it possible to get those lined?

I ordered through Baker's and yes they are lined. The red leather lining is more of a medium brown with a touch of red to it.

 

[CodeRed]

How does the HH feel compared to the normal leather?

 

[bl@ster]

How does the HH feel compared to the normal leather?

It's thick like the cowhide, maybe even thicker. Liner may not be needed. It looks like it's going to patina better than the cowhide. Has a very unique, intoxicating smell.

 

[Will015]

Nice boots bl@ster.

I just bought a pair of Smoke Jumpers off the bay and am having a hell of a time with the high arch in them. Do you folks think I could get a cobbler to somehow remove the arch from the inside? I wanted to love me a pair of White's, but sadly, I don't know if that'll be possible.

I know you can order SDs with less of a heel and that may make the arch seem less prevalent. Does anyone know if it would be possible to order a set of White's without the arch-ease system? I understand it's a bit like asking a guitar builder to make a banjo, but they're just such damn high quality boots.

Any suggestions of another similar quality maker perhaps?

Thanks,
Willie Flatfoot

 

[Will015]

bl@ster,
Is the arch that much less noticeable than the standard White's? Is there still a pronounced arch you can feel with your hand inside the boot or is it completely flat like inside a pair of leather dress shoes?

 

[bl@ster]

bl@ster,
Is the arch that much less noticeable than the standard White's? Is there still a pronounced arch you can feel with your hand inside the boot or is it completely flat like inside a pair of leather dress shoes?

It's not completely flat but it's much flatter, more in line with other boots from Alden, Red Wing, Wolverine, Chippewa, etc. I find the regular high heel on White's to be uncomfortable, hence ordering the 1/4" lowered heel. With the lowered heel they feel great to me. Give it a shot.

 

[CodeRed]

You may want to give it a try...the high arch grows on you

 

[s_crumb]

It took me a couple of weeks to get used to the arch. I don't wear them a lot but I don't even notice the arch anymore when I DO put them on. For a few days I couldn't wear them for more than a couple of hours. At first I was cussing them.

 

[bl@ster]

Got these Red Dog Semi Dress a couple weeks ago -- haven't had a chance to post the pics. Here's the config and photos:

Custom Semi Dress by White's Boots // Last #38 Swing Last, Sole Leather, Size - Length 11, Hardware Antique Eyes & Hooks, Edge Brown, Upper (Shaft) Leather Red Dog Smooth, Midsole Single, Pull Loops No Thanks, Leather Liner Cream, Sole Trim Close Trim, Toe Vamp Leather Red Dog Smooth, Size - Width D (medium), Toe Cap No Thanks, Celastic Toe Box Single Celastic Toe, Heel Base Standard

 

[univibe88]

Wow, bl@ster! How many white boots do you have now?

 

[bl@ster]

Uni: I have a White's problem Don't tell my wife!

Probably gonna sell my first British Tan pair. Once you order your 2nd you get a sense of all the options, lasts, sizing, etc.