Posted by Michaelson from 150.182.1.47 on March 13, 2000 at 13:00:32:
In Reply to: Alden Sizing posted by MF on March 12, 2000 at 19:45:08:
: There are a few stores around me (Boston area) that carry Alden dress shoes, but none that seem to carry the casual boots.
: This means I'll probably mail order, so I gotta get the sizing right.
: Those of you who own a pair, how do they fit? Do they match your regular size? Tight? Loose? Do they come with innersoles?
: TIA!
: // mf
I'd get measured by a professional before ordering. I ordered my exact size, as the professionals say that over 85% of the males in the US are wearing the wrong sized shoe. The standard is to have at least 1/2 inch in front of your longest toe to allow correct roll of the foot. I didn't believe it either, until I ordered my first pair of Aldens. I actually had to order them on direction of my doctor, and to date after getting these, my problems have been practically eliminated. This is one of the very few times I really can't agree with my friend Patterson's advice. Get measured by a professional and order your measure size, unless your just used to wearing shoes to small for you feet. I did for years, and am now suffering for it. Don't make my mistake. Regards. Michaelson