I would have never thought I would be making shoes, let alone feature in one of the channels I admire! Thank you so much Jon (and Steve!) for this! You both are amazing people.
@abdullah791953 жыл бұрын
Hands down prefer more individual review videos! Keep me coming!
@Parker_Miller_M.S.3 жыл бұрын
I own a pair of Carlos Santos monk straps in a nice mid brown with a matching belt and I agree that the color and quality is fantastic. Sadly I bought the belt a while back and I have since put on 15ish pounds and no longer can wear the belt.
@mbshoedoc3 жыл бұрын
Looks great. Kostas is a great guy and Carlos Santos makes incredible shoes for the price.
@andrewaiello-hauser42563 жыл бұрын
Any day where the Kavalier refers to me as one of the "gents" is a good day.
@kevster43193 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@thechief0433 жыл бұрын
I like both, honestly. If you get enough stuff for a yearly round-up like the performance dress shirt, that would be cool, but if you do round-ups to piggyback off your previous ones, that's cool as well.
@DemetriosLevi3 жыл бұрын
I'm always a sucker for a good hand painted patina and those loafers are absolutely gorgeous. As to your concerns at the end I like roundups and individual reviews, but I did just watch a good roundup on all the Johnnie Walker labels and found it the most helpful, so maybe that would be a good idea!
@MisiuAcademy3 жыл бұрын
Make sure to check out the other 2-3 loafers in the shop!
@Ikari7773 жыл бұрын
Great loafers and sneakers! Kostas is a great guy. Hoping to work with him one day too. You know, when I'm big time like you on KZbin!
@theunityofknowledge28873 жыл бұрын
I like both kinds of videos. Nice to get an in-depth review of an individual product. and the round-up videos are perfect as an efficient buying guide. love all your work. the roundups are what make your channel better than the rest - but that doesn't need to be every video. that's a lot of time and money for just one video. happy to see some smaller ones.
@technolotree56903 жыл бұрын
1:36 - Paul Evans shouldn't even be in the conversation. They take really beautiful pictures of over priced blake stitched cheap shoes
@tanetkato3 жыл бұрын
Hey Jon, I prefer to see you more often. It doesn’t need to be reviews. You have always brought quality contents.
@WildNightzPod3 жыл бұрын
I prefer the individual videos when it comes to shoes and suits. When it comes to more ancillary items like dress shirts, polos, tees, shorts etc I prefer occasional round-up videos. Thanks again.
@samwroblewski7483 жыл бұрын
This is the way.
@thomaskennedy99553 жыл бұрын
They have two lines. The $400 price you mentioned is the handgrade line, which have some upgraded features (beveled waist, closed channel stitching, etc.). The regular line is around the $300 figure and I think what your loafers are. Haven't handled the main line but those loafers look nice! Also Kostas at Noble Shoe is the man.
@MisiuAcademy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Thomas! There’s even a handcrafted line around the 599$ mark!
@williamfloyd46693 жыл бұрын
I have a pair of their Chelsea boots and wingtip boots. Both are amazing and I get wows from my Chelsea's. There's a bit of a break in with the wingtip boots. But after about 5 wears, they feel great.
@ljp3883 жыл бұрын
Your round up videos make you stand out in the YT Men Lifestyle world for sure and you need to keep that! But I do like your individual deep dive into more niche brands. I like knowing the history and how they operate, where they source their materials, etc. You have put me on to so many brands over the years and I like your focus on quality which I value a lot. You have shifted the way I buy clothes and accessories (in a good way). I would like your channel to stick with the quality over trend theme.
@julianlobo78383 жыл бұрын
thx for the video, just ordered the loafers. love at first sight i guess
@MisiuAcademy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Julian! Will ship them today!
@CJ2345ish3 жыл бұрын
I've bought two pairs of Carlos Santos from Kostas. Guy is a legend and his service is excellent. He's the only one the place and service is awesome. One thing John missed though: CS has two lines for their dress shoes, a regular and the handgrade line. I own one pair from each. The handgrade has a closed channel sole and fantastic sole finishing and I feel the leather is a little nicer. They retail around $400. The regular line has an open channel sole and leather (for me at least) felt a little stiffer, but not like breaking in a pair of red wing boots and retails $250 to $300 depending on the style and currency. The regular line has an amazing patina service as well where you pick your patina and shoe style. I got oxfords in wine shadow and they're probably one of my best looking shoes. Everything ships via DHL, so even being in the US, I got my stuff in 2 days shipping from Sweden. Highly recommend Kostas. 🙂
@bubbie23jw3 жыл бұрын
gonna check them out 🤔
@MisiuAcademy3 жыл бұрын
Will be glad to help if you have questions John!
@xxXDrAwesomeXxx3 жыл бұрын
That unboxing angle is giving me Vertigo
@donyconjux13 жыл бұрын
I feel like I'm on the edge of a cliff about ready to fall off my couch
@sinogaabs86442 жыл бұрын
Can you mention the precise color? As I’m planning to order them.
@bradle41623 жыл бұрын
Definitely my favorite brand of shoes if I was buying new. My only regret was buying most of my shoes in black when I should've went for brown.
@nikhilsrl3 жыл бұрын
Jon, how do these compare to something like a Koio or Crown Northampton?
@MrRat493 жыл бұрын
I think a review of the Wolf and Shepherd Crossover Longwing would be great. Those shoes/sneakers (I do not know how to call them haha) look pretty interesting. Your content is as always awesome. Your reviews have been really helpful.
@Hi-pt2nq3 жыл бұрын
Please help me choose a color between the two sneakers,I want one which will be more visitale,will be ordering at norble in Sweden
@pnetesa3 жыл бұрын
Great brand, great quality. With this brand I entered the world of Goodyear Welded shoes. Price is lower than Carmina. Especially on Herring shoes winter or summer sales, you can buy last size pair for $200. CS offers awesome hand-made patina pairs, though you won't find museum calf or cordovan among their models. Loafers showed by Kavalier have lining, so I'm in doubts whether they are suitable for summer. CS doesn't provide unlined loafer models. Compared to other brands like Meermin or Carmina they have quite limited number of models which are no doubts cool. Sneakers shown in review are rather for cold autumn, I own a pair. Compared to Wolverine 1000 Mile sneaker CS's rubber sole erases faster (wolverines have Vibram sole). Never use Renomat it destroys patina! Renovator is ok.
@MisiuAcademy3 жыл бұрын
I think you are overthinking the lined or unlined loafers, unless you live in a very hot state. I prefer the way lined shoes keep their shape. However it’s up to the retailer to make the shoes, so I could for example request them unlined. Everything has its merit though and personal preference! Tlb and Carmina are excellent brands for this as well! The sneakers are more versatile in these colors, but customizable in 18 more through the patina service by the way! Thank you for your feedback Pavel!
@pnetesa3 жыл бұрын
@@MisiuAcademy thanks Kostas! Still waiting for CS's Dainite sole suede chukka 7991 restock on thenobleshoe. By the way would be cool if that model sizing started from size 5 UK (mine is 5.5 for perfect fitting).
@MisiuAcademy3 жыл бұрын
@@pnetesa the restock actually came today but unfortunately not in such small sizes. I have to be very careful with my stock! However the normal ones with a city sole are always available! I also have a wingtip in UK 5 that I can give you for a great price! If you ever want a model in the shop in a small size, just reach out to me by mail and I can include you in the next restock too!
@mikjacobs29423 жыл бұрын
Good review. I enjoy this format. Well done.
@williammata60193 жыл бұрын
Hello if you don’t mind me asking what color are the penny loader I was trying to buy the same based on your review but I like the color of the loafer you reviewed in this video
@lucavescovi42563 жыл бұрын
Curious to know your thoughts on the Italian DTC brand “Pini Parma”
@gregthomas31373 жыл бұрын
I second this notion.
@theunityofknowledge28873 жыл бұрын
tldr. roundups are the best. but individual videos are cool too. do both. we like it all.
@gsmarkham3 жыл бұрын
I love my Carlos Santos shoes. I have 2 pairs. They do tend to run large.
@khairkhana33 жыл бұрын
I have 6 pairs of CS, still planning to buy a couple more in a month.
@MisiuAcademy3 жыл бұрын
Will be more than glad to service you!
@fuadabdikarim3 жыл бұрын
Hi Jon I would like to know which u prefer koio or carlos santos sneakers. Ur honest opinion is always appreciated. Thks
@Angel-AbC92 жыл бұрын
Where can I buy carlos sneakers ,I'm in nyc ?
@blackhouse76463 жыл бұрын
Do you own any Thursday Boot shoes? Are the carlos Santos the same size? I cant find a retailer here in the USA
@gregthomas31373 жыл бұрын
I appreciate these videos man.
@The_Kavalier3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate you!
@poboy19633 жыл бұрын
I have two pairs of carlos santos shoes and i think they are the best value in gyw shoes. just remember to size down on derbys boots and monks great shoes!'
@javoneldridge80463 жыл бұрын
Question? Do you think hand painted, burnished or patina. Are in the timeless category? I tried that minimal sneaker thing. It became boring.
@The_Kavalier3 жыл бұрын
Has to be very tasteful. I've come across plenty that look more trendy and that's what you'd want to avoid. All in the eye of the beholder though
@alexanderzirk72893 жыл бұрын
I like the individual videos a bit better than the roundups. Especially if you’re including things in the roundups that you don’t have or are just showing the webpage for some of your recommendations.
@danielhakimi3 жыл бұрын
Not to be confused with Carlos Santana. (The musician also has a line of goodyear welted shoes available for relatively cheap, but they're probably not the best values).
@MisiuAcademy3 жыл бұрын
that is actually very true! Autocorrect or google suggestion can be very interesting!
@RMD1473 жыл бұрын
Have you lookt at Magnanni
@ForTheLoveOfSuits3 жыл бұрын
I have a pair of their cap toes with a beautiful patina and fiddle back waist. Fantastic quality for the price. And very comfortable.
@mohamedel-kilany62593 жыл бұрын
I really like your reviews and comparisons, keep it up. From your experience, how do you compare the Carlos Santos sneaker to the Crown Northampton ? Am really looking forward to hear your opinion ?
@willtothewong3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video!
@elliottblecker90203 жыл бұрын
Would you be able to cover the greats/steve madden merger soon? Might be too early to say but I feel like it's bad news
@jonathanrivera34003 жыл бұрын
Hey Jon, how do the Carlos Santos sneakers compare to the Koio sneakers? Which do you prefer?
@PORTMIAMIMIKE3 жыл бұрын
That’s the million dollar question 🤔
@Jebro4393 жыл бұрын
Great Review do they have wide width?
@HarryPottard3 жыл бұрын
Finally a review! This brand is amazing!
@MisiuAcademy3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like my shoes!!
@neckroteddy3 жыл бұрын
I love the loafers! Quick question, any advice on how to wear white boots?
@HeathyRoidz3 жыл бұрын
Why did u buy white boots?
@neckroteddy3 жыл бұрын
@@HeathyRoidz a friend is selling me a pair, but still not sure.
@WildNightzPod3 жыл бұрын
One other piece of feedback regarding shoe brands - please consider doing a review of some of the Archibald London shoes. Thanks.
@The_Kavalier3 жыл бұрын
Have one in the works!
@errolmacdonald32562 жыл бұрын
Don't like the stark white soles on the sneaks. For the navy, black soles would bring out the clour of the navy uppers, and for the brown (which are beautiful) taupe would be less obtrusive.
@LeoTheShortGuy3 жыл бұрын
Excellent
@Manuel4213 жыл бұрын
Can you still wear leather loafers when it's hot outside with lightweight breathable dress socks? If you're not really into no show socks anymore would appreciate anyones input on this. Appreciate the content! Also saves some money from buying a suede pair but maybe someday.
@HeathyRoidz3 жыл бұрын
I believe loafers should only be worn sockless or with no show socks
@Manuel4213 жыл бұрын
@@HeathyRoidz I respectfully disagree I believe they can also look good with dress socks especially for semi formal and formal events when you want to switch it up from no shows also sockless is difficult since my feet tend to sweat at times. I can try sockless but idk my loafers are regular leather not woven so not sure it would be comfortable.
@Manuel4213 жыл бұрын
@@HeathyRoidz By the way don't mean to sound mean. I was just stating an opinion I could try going barefoot in my loafers as well since I'm a little tired of no show socks. But like I said I just worry about blisters or bruising on the ankle also if my feet start sweating inside. I've been getting in better shape so overall been trying to improve my style appreciate your feedback.
@HeathyRoidz3 жыл бұрын
@@Manuel421 yeah that’s fine, to each their, I’ve always been told that loafers shouldn’t be worn with socks that show, or even dress socks, so it’s something that I don’t appreciate seeing that much, and I personally like wearing calf leather shoes with no socks, I didn’t have any blisters as of yet, Have fun with your style! Make it your own!
@Manuel4213 жыл бұрын
@@HeathyRoidz I'll definitely test it out you have me convinced that I wouldn't get blisters but I guess I'll just have to experiment. Can regular leather be breathable or does it have to be woven? My loafers are regular leather not Woven which tend to be more breathable as I read. However I think for situations like church Dress socks would be considered appropriate you can disagree if you want though no worries I respect others perspectives. I'm a man who use to wear t shirts and shorts or t shirts and jeans etc.. so definitely a great experience to step up the style. I'm not into Boat shoes or sneakers anymore really so I can probably survive on just 5 pairs of shoes. With Oxfords though not sure if you should be barefoot in them again I guess everyone has had their own tests with the shoes.
@amanjain8563 жыл бұрын
Just love your work sir Much love from india ❤❤
@brynjarbjorgvinsson19873 жыл бұрын
Nice video, again
@GutturalReef3 жыл бұрын
I like his haircut.
@migui88503 жыл бұрын
Jon, I trust your reviews but Paul Evans gets a lot of hate on the web. Are they a worthy competitor to Carmina and Carlos Santos?
@EscobarStyle3 жыл бұрын
Carlos Santos? That’s my cousin 🤷🏻♂️
@TheThaiTerror3 жыл бұрын
Do more videos. More videos made = more videos I watch = more ad $ for you; everyone wins!
@lunminthangkhongsilunminth38013 жыл бұрын
omg l love the shoe
@Angel-AbC93 жыл бұрын
Why are you scare to mention what was the other brand that was dull ? It's important for us viewers to know just in case we want to buy the best out there. If your afraid because the other company paid you to say good things then shame shame because you would be giving consumers bad info...so yes wish you would've mentioned others that you compare the santos carlos to..
@danielhakimi3 жыл бұрын
CS got a lot more love when they were ~$100 cheaper... oh well.
@MisiuAcademy3 жыл бұрын
I don't recall any day where Carlos Santos shoes on the Goodyear Welted Line were 189.99$
@Angel-AbC92 жыл бұрын
Why are you scared to say what other brand that falls 2nd to carlos sneaker, ? That info can help consumers to watch for difference.. so if you don't say other brand I guess they paid you for a good review and now you can take it back.