Review Series: TLB Mallorca-The BEST Goodyear Welted Shoe In Its Class

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[@v_r_]

Excellent shoes and great review as always. I also truly appreciate the shoutout 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@TheElegantOxford]

My pleasure bro. Thank you for introducing me to so many new brands. Y by Yeossal is another I owe you credit for haha

[@v_r_]

The Elegant Oxford Of course, man! Speaking of, I can’t wait to have those in my possession LOL

[@MrCoachab]

Vladimir Riché hey man I first heard about this brand on your channel and was wondering if you have any knowledge on TLB’s Main line and how they compare to the Artista line?

[@v_r_]

@@MrCoachab What's up, bro? TLB's main line uses leather board heel stiffeners while Artista uses real leather. Their waist is a little beveled, Artista is really beveled. The main line uses 6 stitches per inch, Artista uses 8. Also, the way that the heel is cut towards the upper is a lot tighter on the Artista.

[@MrCoachab]

Vladimir Riché Bro thanks for the insight, your channel is keeping sane through this pandemic, unfortunately if I keep watching my bank account will be empty 😂.....

[@TheGungunn101]

Vladimir's one of my favorite KZbinrs! Super underrated, but his content is top-notch! Also, I'd love it if you can review a pair from Cobbler Union. They're around the same price as these but easily outclass Allen Edmonds and other brands in the price range

[@TheElegantOxford]

Vladimir has so much knowledge. He makes 10 minute videos seem like they only last a few seconds. He’s so funny. CU is next on my hit list

[@OffGridDiesel]

The Elegant Oxford I can send you an unworn pair I just purchased to review if you’d like :)

[@michaelraad6275]

What’s up with Vladimir! He’s been missing in action

[@treygreenleaf7878]

I have this exact pair in brown. You nailed the review as always and I completely agree. These are the best shoe for your dollar.

[@meltonboroughcouncilaresht4292]

How can anyone NOT buy these shoes...I was filling in my order whilst I was watching and the order was placed before the video was complete...now the waiting period...aaarrrggghhh!!! Thank you Preston, for a great video and also thank you for your other videos; my great love of shoes came from both my grandfather and my father, who were both lovers of fine footwear...they would both have enjoyed your videos immensely...Thanks again from the UK!!

[@drzaius844]

Every recommendation I’ve taken from Vladimir Riche has been spot on. TLB, Carlos Santos, Spier & MacKay, all excellent. I need something from the Artista line but I wish they had tan in stock in semi brogue.

[@huntdonger]

Crazy how this market segment has exploded in the last 5 to 10 years. I guess I'd call it the value luxury segment? At this price and with that level of finish, brands from Allen Edmonds to Carmina to Edward Green must all be sweating.

[@TheElegantOxford]

I agree, competition is always a good thing for us. TLB is coming up strong

[@curiousss4960]

@@TheElegantOxford Any idea if TLB has any retail locations in the US?

[@thatxonexguy5438]

True. They are absolutely stunning, particularly for the price point, but my question is, where do they cut the costs at? There has to be some compromise somewhere here.

[@golDroger88]

@@thatxonexguy5438 Marketing and brand recognition. That easily makes up 80% of the cost of high segment shoes. Or did you think paying the actual shoemaker and materials costed €1200 per shoes?

[@governmentliars4673]

@@golDroger88 I agree, 'reputational value' is a very expensive commodity; one must also understand that when the current high end brands first started, they weren't immediately well recognised and would have then not have charged high end prices. Even the most expensive brands had to start somewhere and they didn't get their reputation based on producing poor quality goods either. These TLB Mallorca are the high end of the future, but right NOW, and I am going to buy one pair per month for the next year and see what I think. That would still cost less than my current annual shoe budget and I'm getting 3 times the shoes....a worthwhile experiment for a year I think!!

[@tiltsf]

JUST bought a pair of black wingtip oxfords from TLB - great to see a review of them, I like them as well; I also learned about them from Vlad, and also Hugo from Sartorial Style complimented TLB in a recent video...

[@kbrett2004]

Nice work Preston, I'm enjoying the new format.

[@jochem1986]

Thanks for your reviews on TLB! I've chosen them as the supplier of my first proper pair of dress shoes! I've ordered the TLB Artista 109 Balmoral Oxford on the Goya last, in black boxcalf, and added a special request to remove the brogueing on the toe cap, so it's really close to a traditional black cap toe Oxford, but it has that beautiful horizontal Balmoral line. JR soles finish them off, no toe plates because I'll be wearing these rather infrequently, perhaps once or twice a year. Thanks again, I'm SO excited to receive them!

[@garthwright6308]

I just bought a pair of Artista 121, fully customized with double JR soles, Goya last, box calf brown, and my name and the inside! My next pair will definitely be these 110s. Much love to Vladimir Riche as well. Love his channel too!

[@1987984]

I've got the same shoes at the start of may. They are amazing!!! Thanks for discovering TLB for me))))

[@MatthewDobos]

Love this one! I have always wanted to buy something from TLB and usually chose something from Cobbler Union instead. But CU raised their prices by 20% across the board after Covid and TLB didn't. I've always been hesitant to customize my shoes order as I can never figure out exactly what I want, and customizing is usually difficult and pricey. I never realized how easy it is (and cheaper) to customize TLB shoes and now I'm definitely going to get a few things. Thanks so much!

[@torpac42]

I am a huge fan of TLB, the Artista line provide excellent bang for the buck. Probably the best quality to price ratio out there with gorgeous waist and awesome sole edges, which are the only two things they beat EG Inverness on.

[@DanielMartinez316]

This is beautiful, I am so glad I found this channel.

[@fen7015]

Great video as always :) As a small comment in regard to the video title I'd like to point out that the region where you live is always a crucial factor when determining price segments. For example: If you live in Germany (or anywhere else in the EU) a TLB Mallorca cap toe oxford costs 365€ (~ 432$) while the Carmina equivalent to that costs 395€ (~467$). For such a small price difference I would go for a pair of Carmina shoes any day, especially because all their different last options help you to ensure a perfect fit (which is imho the most important factor when investing in a good pair of dress shoes). ~ Love from Germany

[@ELCAPATAZ]

Gorgeous shoes!! I really hope they never go mainstream!

[@nick177th]

Great review Preston. I have a pair of MTO Derbys from TLB Mallorca. Anxiously awaiting another MTO pair from them. These will be on the Picasso Last. Black Whole Cuts with a floating medallion. Can't wait to get them. Keep the videos coming my friend.

[@TheElegantOxford]

Great choice, James. You won’t be disappointed

[@MNpicker]

Awesome review Preston!! Thats a proper looking shoe 👌🏼

[@besmoque5974]

Great video as always.

[@joaquin-jacknava2696]

Beautiful pair of shoes. Great review Preston

[@jonathanrobinson9208]

Beautiful shoes Preston ! Vlad really knows his stuff. 👌❤

[@TheElegantOxford]

He is awesome

[@besamemucho5]

I enjoy everyone of your videos....thank you for making them...

[@isaacobeng4780]

Finally got these…and all I can say is…wow!!! 😍🥰

[@fcoahdez]

I bought my first pair a couple of months ago. Beautiful artisan work.

[@frankbiz]

Wow, that shoe speaks quality on every level. Great price. Thanks for posting.

[@CJ2345ish]

Vlad is the best youtuber in the menswear space. He is small but powerful. He has the best content and his knowledge of how to style shoes really pushed me into all the shoes I have now. TLB might be the next to get a pair. If the next pair Preston shows isn't Vass, idk what to say. Their shoes are super nice and handmade as opposed to GY welted and lasted shoe trees included. I might need a pair of TLB.

[@TheElegantOxford]

I agree with you. Vlad has incredible knowledge and style. Vass is on my list but so far they haven’t responded to any messages. I do absolutely want to review a pair. Vlad prefers Vass but I prefer TLB. I think the beveled waists and custom option for only $80 more is a preferable to me over Handwelted for the same price but you wouldn’t be wrong with either choice. Vass is a fantastic shoe.

[@voltaire-325]

Great video as always and congrats on 150k! I know I've turned a few people on to your great videos .

[@pwsod]

Very impressed with Toni. Had a chat and he is making me a pair with an increased instep height and suggested I did not buy the Oxfords because of the high instep. So I ordered a pair of Derbys with shoe trees.

[@firebearva]

What an amazing looking shoe. I was surprised upon visiting the TLB web sight to see that the sizing only went to size 12.

[@jackchen4508]

Great review. Can't wait to get a pair of TLB.

[@martinkohne2641]

Thank you for the great review!

[@animedrummerboy]

I knew it!! I have a pair I love mine I absolutely agree with you on the price to value ratio

[@reklanora]

My third pair from TLB is coming this week.I have one pair of boots, 1 mto boots and the last one incoming is a double monks with special leather not even available on the website. Also Toni is a really sweet person.

[@sergiopinna1056]

Thanks for your great videos, they are always fun and instructive to watch. I have a question, what do you think about Velasca shoes? Could you review some?

[@Tailorandbarber]

Fantastic video! I loved all the time you took to explain why you liked what you liked. Ho do you think the leather quality on the EGs compared?

[@Mo-gs8pt]

I love TLB. The loafers from the regular line are my fav. I have one from the Artista line but I find the real leather heel is really hard to break in. The regular line is just as good imo. I just received loafer from Sons of Henrey and they're super nice. Maybe it's just me, but I think TLB is the best. Check out SOH next

[@MTobin1000]

What a great review. This small shoe company looks to be amazing. I've joined the "shoe game" only in January of this year. My exposure has been exclusively Allen Edmonds as I've bought four pair and really enjoy all of them. This TLB Mallorca shoe is neck in neck in price but to be able to get the JR outsole for such a reasonable price, looks to be a deal maker. I was planning on getting the AE Strand shoe in walnut for my next investment. I'm going to think long and hard now that I've seen what TLB offers. Wow! What a great shoe. Thanks for the education Preston. Mike

[@TheElegantOxford]

I absolutely stand by the review. $399 really gets you the best shoe for the money in my opinion

[@drzaius844]

MTobin1000 same. I love the look of Strands, but at this price point, the Artista line seems like the way to go for semi brogues.

[@shudaman]

Had a Artista Chelsea boot from TLB - it’s an amazing shoe! Moreover, Toni is a super nice guy and makes the process a pleasure.

[@zefdin101]

Awesome review. Killer shoes, that fiddler waist is getting me hot under the collar too Preston! Lol 😂

[@death_adder0516]

Thanks for the vid Preston! I would love to see a review on Yeossal!

[@TheElegantOxford]

That’s coming soon. My shoes were started in may so they should be here this month. Stay tuned!

[@DrakeLincoln]

Hi Preston, loving the review series you are creating lately. I have a quick question, how would you shine a pair of boots that are a little more hard use than Oxfords for example police or military boots so that they stay professional longer and look great?

[@SansAziza]

Allen Edmonds is currently sitting in a running car, with the garage door closed. They refused to improvise, adapt, and overcome.

[@TheElegantOxford]

Unfortunately they seem to be headed in a bad direction as well.

[@AT-oj7of]

TLB rules. I have big feet and these shoes fit beautifully without making me look like Sasquatch. Amazing.

[@NautilusTSG]

How big? High or width? My problem is the high

[@TheElegantOxford]

No doubt. They make even my fat foot look slim haha

[@AT-oj7of]

Adam UK 13. My foot is in between regular and wide width, and my feet are very flat, but I go with the regular width because these shoes hug my arches beautifully and give great support. Is your instep high? Mine is average and I actually find these shoes a little too high. But Toni fulfilled a request to last them a little lower. I believe people with high insteps will find these to work for them.

[@drzaius844]

A T I think it is incredible that you can talk to the owner of TLB Mallorca and have him tweak a last for you. Incredible. I honestly feel like we are in a golden era of shoemaking.

[@NautilusTSG]

@@AT-oj7of saddly I have super high instep. I am scared to try again... carmina (also from Inca in spain) sent me two models and I had to send it back. :( I could probably send Toni a 3D printed Model of my Foot :)

[@MoreMushroomThanMan]

Wow! Fantastic value. Makes me think of carmina without full grain and for half the price lol. Thank you for the review. God bless. ♥️🕊🙏🏻

[@ck5412]

Great videos, I have become a fan. You had mentioned in an earlier video that you wear wide shoes. Did you have any issues with the width in these shoes or should you adjust your size when ordering? I wear 11 1/2 eee in Allen Edmunds

[@biscuitnoir1]

Nice review, beautiful shoes. Too much broguing for me but that's my opinion. I've never seen a pair of Edward Green's but I'll take your word for it. Glad to see that more and more companies produce great products and that the value/price ratio is increasing for us customers.

[@arslongavitabrevis5136]

Impecable presentation. Definitely, my next pair of shoes will be TLB. Regards!

[@TheAfricanChronicles]

I confirm I have a pair, and daaaammmm, these are awesome!!

[@Bakachu7]

That's a pretty amazing shoe. You weren't kidding about the sole... That looks crazy nice and the JRs are stunning. Time to visit their website.

[@TheElegantOxford]

Hey, Jed. They are a fantastic shoe for the price. I’m going to buy another pair for sure. Too good to pass up.

[@pnetesa]

Mirror gloss on vamps looks sooo amazing! How many layers do you apply?

[@MatthewBlackwell1015]

Fully agreed with this assessment! I don't own any shoes over $450, so can't compare to Carmina, Edward Green, or others in the $500+ range, but easily beat my AEs and even beat (soundly) my Cobbler Union shoes. Next couple pairs definitely will be TLB (need[want] to replace my straight black shoes with a good adelaide).

[@furdiebant]

AE are a good brand with a great history but these are far superior IMO

[@Schroinx]

Thanks for the video. You should convince Tony that TLB should offer metal toe caps and patina as factory options for the custom shoes. Looking forward to the next video, as I have just gotten a almost similar pair from TLB in walnut. If you want a pair to try and ad patina, I can send you mine. Actually I am thinking about stripping them down, so they become lighter in color, and the add some patina on the toe etc. Would you recommend me to do that?

[@adelkharisov]

Thank you so much for this video! I have known about TLB from you and Hugo. Since I have a very narrow feet (92 mm wide while 270 mm long) and high arch, Carmina lasts are not for me. I hope that another brand from Mallorca will suit my needs!

[@MrCoachab]

Great review, I first heard about this brand on Vladimir Riche’ channel as well, I was wondering if you or Vladimir have any knowledge on TLB’s Main line and what’s the difference if any from the Artista line?

[@IveJustSeenAFace23]

Great video and great shoe! Vass should be on your list (sounds like it is).

[@russelllizzi7453]

I always enjoy your reviews. I order a pair from the Artista line. I ordered my usual UK size and let’s just say the experience was all down hill from there. I wasn’t comfortable with going down another 1/2 size on one foot and a full size on the other. I’ve been a US 11C UK 10E my entire life. Took the time to have my size checked locally and I am still a US 11C. I forwarded that information to them and the response I received by email was We have canceled your order! So while they look like good quality shoes I think I will stick with my Crockett & Jones.

[@jtee5957]

I used Saphir Renovateur on my burgundy vegano TLBs and it removed some of the factory polish and/or finishing, turning my fingers and rag red. They still look good, but I wonder if you could address the pros and cons of using conditioner and the potential risks to factory finishes.

[@mbshoedoc]

Great review. I too have found TLB to be an incredible shoe for the money.

[@drunacres]

I have 12 pairs of TLB Mallorca Artista series shoes and can say I agree with your views here. Oddly, I have red interiors on all of them and double JR soles on 8 of them - great minds, clearly, think alike. I still think I should get more of these shoes as there are more styles I have yet to add to the collection.

[@TheElegantOxford]

You’re my hero. I think I’m going to buy a lot of the Artista line in the future.

[@DieyenDualPen]

Hi Preston, thanks so much for providing so much great information on dress shoes. I have a question, I've got a pair of ace marks that squeak when I walk. My suspicion is the sounds is coming from the tongue rubbing against the laced area. Do you have any suggestions on fixing this?

[@TheElegantOxford]

I’m not sure how to fix squeaking unfortunately. It seems to be an issue with leather rubbing together. Wish I knew more about it.

[@josenatera4231]

You should take a look at Lof & Tung! Fantastic value and I would love to see what you think of them!

[@TheElegantOxford]

Preliminarily, I’ll say that I like what I see. Even without seeing a pair in person, I think they look to be a great value.

[@corpsiecorpsie_the_original]

Even better are Lof and Tung on sale (like when they have low inventory and want to sell them quickly) The S Last can also accommodate certain wide foot shapes. I'm a US 9.5 EEE in Allen Edmond's 65 last and a 10.5 US (9.5 UK) in the Lof and Tung S Last

[@warrenstanford7240]

Where are they made?

[@corpsiecorpsie_the_original]

@@warrenstanford7240 - Spain

[@BreechBodyy]

I know nothing about shoes my man but you're quite a salesman! These are beautiful

[@davidbigler4652]

Hello, Thanks for the excellent review! I was wondering which is the exception that you have in mind that is as good or better for the same price point you mentioned? Looking forward to next videos!

[@TheElegantOxford]

Hey, David. That would be Vass Budapest. They are a Handwelted shoe featuring JR soles and free shoe trees for a little more money. It’s a close race!

[@thepatte5833]

The only "true" competition I could think of would be Antonio Meccariellos Entry line Aeris, where he brings actual bespoke details like a proper fiddle back waist and pitched heels to shoes that are about the same price (He is a bespoke shoemaker himself). Only disadvantages are limited availability through his store and few, mostly burgunds colored, models. They also have to be shipped and imported from Italy.

[@TheElegantOxford]

Yes no doubt about it. AM is one of the most artisanal shoe makers out there . At about $470, AM shoes are more expensive than TLB but at $399, I’d say TLB is still the best shoe for the price even though AM makes a better shoe hands down. Vass is another competitor, they offer a Handwelted shoe with JR soles for a similar price. Good insight thanks for the comment

[@kimjongun1348]

Should I use Navy Blue cream on a black shoe like I do with wax? Or do I match the cream to the color of the shoe?

[@abehaile2659]

Thank you for this video; beautiful. Where can I learn more about selecting the correct 'Last' width--E, F, G--for my dimensions?

[@TheElegantOxford]

Hey Abe. Unfortunately last letters like G and H aren’t the same across all brands. If there’s a shoe you are Interested in, there’s probably more info you can get from the seller.

[@GAS.M3]

Wow, that is a beautiful looking shoe 👏😍

[@thomasdemoet]

Vass is another shoe brand to consider. Bit more expensive but especially now during the sale they offer a great value shoe which is completely handmade and shows a lot of 'bespoke' details. On top of that they also include a pair of lasted shoe trees.

[@TheElegantOxford]

That is the company I was referring to at the end of the video. I agree with your assessment. Vladimir Riche likes Vass better but I like TLB more. Vass is Handwelted so they do have the leg up but don’t have slim or beveled waists. It’s a very close close call depending on what you prefer

[@paulcastellano3373]

They sound great. Would've liked to see them on. Always a nice plus

[@Jenglotto]

I would love to see you review shoes from British companies like Trickers, Loake and Herring. Country shoes to be specific! Those with thick double soles

[@pimpinrafa]

Great video! What was your experience with sizing?

[@bradle4162]

I wonder how Carlos Santo's handgrade line compares to Carmina and TLB. I love my CS!

[@Gruffyo]

Excellent video. How would you say the double leather soles differs from the single leather sole? Would you recommend it for their Chelsea boots for example?

[@TheElegantOxford]

I love double soles. If I could, I’d have them put on all my shoes. It just looks more balanced and robust. Absolutely for Chelsea boots. The only shoe I probably wouldn’t put them on is a black captoe Oxford, since it’s more formal.

[@uditmathur5619]

You should check out Bellissimo Regno from Australia. Very few new Aussie brands with Spanish shoes.

[@rfasano18]

I'm looking to buy a pair of black captoe oxfords, and have narrowed it down to Carmina and TLB, however I think this video has made up my mind on TLB. Can you comment on the differences between the newer Van Gogh last and the Picasso? I know they are similar, but it is difficult to really see in the pictures on their site. I am trying to decide between the 128 Artista (Picasso) and the 198 Artista (Van Gogh). Thank you.

[@irawanwijaya7951]

Always enjoyed your videos. You might want to check CNES from vietnam sir. Interesting tje Bologna welt. Price also hard to beat. Mbshoedoc and Fitzpatrick have reviewed it before. Many thanks, keep up the excellent work sir!

[@TheElegantOxford]

Hey, Irawan. I have a pair of CNES here. Filming the review now. That’s coming soon!

[@aquarianguy1982]

Awesome. Great job as always. For a change pls review some good Chelsea boots some day

[@ourshoeshineblog8035]

Soooo many good shoe makers out there, glad it seems you are expanding your taste there is more than Allen Edmonds

[@JohnwFOC]

Our shoe shine Blog It’s really hard to find brands out there that make 3E width shoes. I’m a12 3E but I can fit in 13E but it’s long. So a 12 UK is really really snug and 13 UK is ridiculous. Same holds true for 46 and 47. So I truly understand why Preston stayed so long with AE. I’m also excited for these reviews to try these brands at the same price points or a little higher. The world of shoes is starting to open up for us sash-quash.

[@ourshoeshineblog8035]

@@JohnwFOC You are right there is definitely shortage of wide shoe makers.

[@mohamedbhamjee1856]

Hi I really agree with u definitely lots of fantastic value top product enjoy them love the color

[@TheElegantOxford]

Thanks, Mohamed. I appreciate it

[@Andrew7244]

Preston...which last more closely resembles Allen Edmonds 65 last, the Goya or the Picasso? Is the Picasso elongated very much? I'd love to get your feedback about that, as well as the fit/sizing compared to AE. Thank you in advance

[@roberttudisco4798]

Dear Preston, I am a huge fan of your videos and you have always been very responsive to my questions on KZbin. I have a question regarding a pair of TLB Mallorca shoes that I just purchased. The shoes are beautiful and fit very well. The problem is that i shined them up when I got them and I am having a problem with the mirror shine. I obtained a mirror shine that looked great, but for some reason, after one wearing the shine cracks and pops off the leather. At first, I thought I shined them too far up toward the vamp, but I took the police off and only mirrored the very tip. The same thing happened after one wearing and also happened to the rear quarters. Is there a coating on the leather that makes this happen? Have you seen this before. Please let me know.

[@hydroaegis6658]

Is there a difference in the leather quality between the Inverness and Artista?

[@m4geCZE]

Hi, excelent review. Could you try to review Septième largeur? They were recommended by Hugo Jacomet from Sartorial Talks in video about great shoes for the price along with TLB Mallorca.

[@macro8681]

I've been eyeballing TLB for a bit, so this is great timing. Those shoes really look fantastic! Have you looked at Grant Stone? Haven't been around terribly long but they're picking up a good reputation for Alden-like quality for < $400.

[@TheElegantOxford]

Hey, Macro. I haven’t reviewed Grant Stone personally but I’ve heard good things. Alden is getting quite experience for calf so I am eyeing them.

[@HighGrade_FireBlade]

Hey Preston. You should definitely take a look at Y by Yeossal. They’re shoes are about $550-$600, come with free lasted shoe trees, and have features like fiddleback sole, blind stitching, and pitched or Cuban heels. They have features that you can have trouble finding on $1000-$3000 shoes.

[@TheElegantOxford]

Hey, Matthew. My Y by Yeosall Adelaides should arrive this month so I’m really excited for them. They do offer some really beautiful shoes. Review to come soon. They also unfortunately no longer include free shoe trees

[@HighGrade_FireBlade]

The Elegant Oxford that’s strange. I just ordered a pair of split toe derby’s from their MTO program and it gave me the option to include a pair of trees at no up-charge. Perhaps the RTW line don’t come with them anymore. Either way, they’re probably the best shoes at the >$500 price point. My co-worker had a pair and I almost mistook them for Gaziano & Girling until I took a closer look.

[@ganeshthippeswamy1108]

Wonderful video! Keep up the great work. How would you rate TLB's Artista line against Carmina and the non-handgrade offerings from Crockett and Jones?

[@TheElegantOxford]

I’d say Artista is better than both and is equal to the hand grade line. I’ve compared Artista to the hand grade line recently and was really impressed.

[@ganeshthippeswamy1108]

@@TheElegantOxford these shoes are certainly punching above their weight then! Will have to take a look

[@eyeheartsushi2212]

Hi, Preston. Did you go down a half size or a full size with these compared to the AE 65 last?

[@myboy051]

I would like to give this brand a shot but I’m hesitant about the sizing . I’m a 12E in a Alden oxford Bal straight tip. Would you say they run close to Alden size chart or AB’s cause I’m a EE in a AB oxford .

[@monkeypawism]

Man, that shine elevates the shoes so much! Why the double sole?

[@skippythesupercat]

Vladimir got me hooked on them too

[@engrmarkkhan244]

Excellent product, I have need 02 pair but how can order ?

[@alexanderstark9142]

Great video and insight! You should check out The Armoury in the $500 range would be great to see what you think. Keep up the great content

[@roskes]

Fantastic brand!!

[@nemo227]

This is on my list for when they finally draw my Lotto ticket numbers. I'll probably buy more than a single pair.

[@TheElegantOxford]

Haha totally worth it

[@Shuddho1980]

Hi seeing as you have reviewed both TLB Mallorca and Yeossal, the TLB Artista in Van Gogh last fits me perfectly (I mean like a custom shoe well) in UK 6.5. Should I go for the same size or half size smaller in Yeossal?

[@TheElegantOxford]

Contact Yeossal. I’m only familiar with the YC3 last Although I’m not sure if their have been modifications made since I reviewed the shoes a couple of years ago

[@animedrummerboy]

You and I made a lot of the same choices from the double oak soles to the red inner and the name on the inside to the lady except I got a black captoe oxford

[@TheElegantOxford]

Great minds think alike.

[@crxvtec0069]

I’ve watched this review a couple of times now and actually went to their website, I started creating a custom order to the exact same shoe you featured here, as I am new to the world of these higher end type of shoes, I am confused by the width measurements, it asks for me to type in A,B,C, etc and I am not sure how to tell what width I would be or what they using to determine those sizes. I have normal width feet, not super narrow but not wide either....I would say I’m in somewhere in the middle....can you make a recommendation? Love the channel by the way!!!

[@TheElegantOxford]

If you’re a normal width, then the normal F width the shoes come regüelden in will fit you fine. g widths are for wider feet

[@FinalPattern11]

Hi, great video. ‘Inverness’ is pronounced ‘in-ver-nesss’. Inverness is a city in Scotland - I’m Scottish. Loved the video and will check out the brand.

[@aross924]

Was there last year. Those seagulls didn’t let me sleep!

[@FinalPattern11]

GIV-X Those people didn’t let me sleep! I now live overseas. Hope you enjoyed the Highlands. If they are good for anything it’s shooting and no one will miss those seagulls that’s for sure.

[@palebeau]

Hey there! Great video! Have you ever handled a pair of Yanko shoes? They're also made in Mallorca and seem to be even better priced. Would love to hear your opinion!

[@suleimanshaik]

awesome looking shoe.