Bridlen Shoemaker Dress Shoes Review: Best Entry Level Goodyear Welted Shoes From India?

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Welcome to my in-depth review and showcase of Bridlen Shoes.
A relative newcomer from India making entry level, value goodyear welted shoes.
Bridlen has a few different ranges, but today we are looking at the main collection ($265) and the more upgraded Founder's Line ($315).
Overall, a great entry with a promising future and materials for the price point but also a lot of things to polish and improve in the future.
These shoes were sent by Bridlen so I thank them kindly and were a part of the giveaway. The Austerity Brogue has been claimed by the winner at the time of posting this video.
Let me know in the comments what you think about Bridlen and I will see you in the next video!
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[@MisiuAcademy]

The Winner of the UK 7.5 Black Cap Toe Oxford did not claim his prize. If you are interested please email me at [e-mail] to enter again!

[@vivekkulkarni1287]

Hi Kostas, nice and detailed review. Their rubber soles are better balanced IMO. The toe area definitely needs working. Their MTOs allow little bit of customisation makes things more interesting for enthusiasts and bring a lot of value for the customers…

[@MisiuAcademy]

Sure but I paid $150 in imports duties, The value was lost there. For other regions in the world, it might be better but it’s tough for Europeans!

[@markdougherty1636]

Interesting comparison. Thank you for reviewing.

[@MisiuAcademy]

You are welcome! They are still good shoes but they have room for improvement!

[@Electron101]

great review, and like i said on the blog i hope they take all the criticism seriously, they got something really nice going on and these minor issues solved would make them the great offering they can be at their price range :)

[@MisiuAcademy]

Thanks for watching!

[@Electron101]

@@MisiuAcademy oh and heres a dad joke what do you call a belt with a clock on it? a waist of time :)

[@MisiuAcademy]

Nice one!

[@tonydeltablues]

Thanks for this. I also enjoyed chatting to the guys from Bridlen at the Trunk Show in May - nice chaps. I hope they take on board your advice - I'm sure they will. Hey Kostas, your bespoke shoe is looking very nice indeed; if you ever need to make a bespoke shoe, and you're desperate for a, say UK 10 F to G, quite flat arch..........I could be persuaded to let you make up my lasts ;-) Hope you are keeping well x Tony

[@MisiuAcademy]

Thank you, let me get a little better first!

[@tonydeltablues]

@@MisiuAcademy :-) Of course!

[@MisiuAcademy]

😊

[@ibra1180]

FINALLY!!! THANKYOU

[@MisiuAcademy]

Thanks for watching 🤗

[@ibra1180]

@@MisiuAcademy i remember asking you to make a video about these when you made a video about the other indian shoe you reviewed.

[@MisiuAcademy]

Well here it is!

[@viasartoria]

Completely agreed with you on balance and proportions! This is something that constantly bugs me and i’m glad im not the only one! The Carmina heel blocks for example, are always too long in terms of proportions. Love your bespoke pair as well. Amazing craftsmanship for someone who has only been at it for a few months!

[@MisiuAcademy]

Thanks!!!

[@bradlarrison191]

It would be AMAZING if you did your “becoming a bespoke shoemaker” in video format as some concepts are difficult to understand through text only. I am trying to begin my journey of becoming a shoe maker and have begun amassing the tools I need. A detailed video series would be invaluable as there are no longer colleges in the US that offer courses in shoe making.

[@MisiuAcademy]

It’s in the plans but I need a workshop space where I can work consistently and in peace! Soon I hope!

[@bradlarrison191]

@@MisiuAcademy I am so desperate to get started but it’s difficult to find the knowledge. I live on an Island too so that doesn’t help.

[@MisiuAcademy]

Yes I understand it makes sense. I hope to make videos one day, but it’s a lot of work we will see!

[@danbee415]

I have ordered their founders line shoes. I'm curious to see how I'll get on with them. I have tried on a pair of oxfords in the same last and I liked the fit. What I'm a particular fan of is the fact they do have cordovan leathers. Another brand called Yearn, from at least what I seen, they just don't do cordavan leather. They probably would in the $1000 usd price point. If I like their shoes, I'd probably get a pair of cordovan chelsea boots I do think their designs are very plain for my own liking, but because of that. I actually quite like them for their boots and monkstraps.

[@MisiuAcademy]

I am a bigger fan of Enzo bonafe for those cordovan prices.

[@dianeruiz0721]

My friend your comparing a $250 shoe to your bespoke shoe. Is that a fair comparison? What are you going to be charging for your shoes? when comparing anything you should compare apples to apples. There really isn’t much competition in the $250 price range for Goodyear welding and leather souls with full grain leather uppers. For what they’re charging I think they’re doing very well. as soon as the quality starts to go up, so will the price.

[@MisiuAcademy]

They have taken the feedback and they are constantly improving their quality. They are great people and thirsty for success. I admire that.

[@danbee415]

For anyone in the UK, there's a company called arterton , they have very limited Bridlen shoes. But at least you get the benefits of a return policy and even on demand stock. I would go with them to see if it will fit you well, then buy directly if it makes you happy.

[@MisiuAcademy]

This is correct, their collaboration started around December if I remember correctly

[@danbee415]

@@MisiuAcademy Ah cool! I've ordered a pair of their line which is a step up from their mainline, can't rmeember what its called. Founders line! So I'll perhaps post a video on my own channel to see how I get along with them.

[@jadktimeless2831]

Very Very Nice Brand.Thanks A Lot For Sharing.👍❤

[@MisiuAcademy]

Thanks for watching!

[@jadktimeless2831]

@@MisiuAcademy Precious Explanations.Thank You So Much Again.

[@flaviumiclaus5183]

Hi Kostas! great shirt you're wearing. the fit is flawless. Could you please share the brand? any info is welcome as I am also looking to get a button down shirt. Thanks!

[@MisiuAcademy]

Hi, I make my shirts with Apposta MTM. The link is in the description of the video

[@flaviumiclaus5183]

@@MisiuAcademy Thank you!

[@MisiuAcademy]

Pleasure

[@Shellvedge]

Did you say the shoes were $1900 us? Lol. I assume not but I swear I heard that lol.

[@MisiuAcademy]

The shoes cost 265$ and $315 usd. It’s also in the description.