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Cordovan Leeds - Plain-toe Lace-up Oxford Men's Dress Shoes by Allen Edmonds

Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication." Those are the words of Leonardo daVinci, who brought that sensibility to all of his artistic endeavors, including the many footwear prototypes he sketched out. In creating the Leeds, we combined this Italian's artistic notion with a uniquely American design to produce a shoe that is at once aesthetically pleasing while also being inherently straightforward. This model's handsome plain-toe and blucher vamp combine to create a traditional look that blends perfectly with any outfit, from a suit to khakis and even jeans. Of course, simple doesn't have to mean boring, so we added an intricate arch saddle-stitch and a double oak leather sole to give the Leeds just the right hint of refinement. Throw in the comfort that comes with the wider girth and more rounded, fuller toe of this 1-Last shoe, and you've got a fashionable, foot-friendly design that even an Old Master would be proud to wear.

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This shoe style is manufactured with Genuine Horween® Shell Cordovan. Click here to watch a video about the special care that goes into making Shell Cordovan, and learn about the long relationship between Allen Edmonds and Horween.

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  • This shoe style can be customized. Design your own, unique version on our Custom Shoes page. Select from many different leather and sole styles to create your perfect shoe.
  • Many of our shoe styles can be ordered in mis-matched and special sizes for a nominal charge through our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-235-2348.

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Very Poor Quality Even for Factory Seconds Purchased a pair of Leeds Black Shell Cordovan six weeks ago. Have been very disappointed after 2 wearings. I have been wearing Allen Edmonds since 1976, and currently have 12 pair of AE shoes, 9 in calf , 3 in shell. I have never had a problem with any AE shoe, whether it was a first or a second. These shoes are a differnet story. From the first time I wore them they didn't appear right. These shoes should never been sold!. I have noticed several dents in these shoes, and they don't appear to be matched. Almost a different color of black from one shoe to another. Parts of the shoes around the laces don't even look like shell cordovan. I have purchased Factory seconds in both calf and shell cordovan previously and found no real noticable flaws. As mentioned, thses shoes should not have been offered for sale..even as seconds. At the very expensive price paid for these , even as seconds, I feel like I have been taken to the cleaners! Probably have purchased my last pair of Allen Edmonds. What has happend to the great shoes and company I have known for the last 36 years? April 28, 2013
First Foray--Mixed Feelings My first foray into nice shoes and I jumped in head first. I got a pair of Alden Indy boots for hiking, and a pair of Allen Edmonds Leeds to replace some worn out, 1 1/2 year-old Ecco "leather" shoes. The Indy boots were a comfortable fit at 10 EE--a tiny bit wide but just right with thicker wool socks when hiking. It's almost certainly unfair to compare the fit of Indy boots to the Leeds shoes, though. The AE shop measured and sold me me the 1o.5E Leeds. In the store they were fine, but after several hours of walking on my first full day out I was in terrible pain. Both sides of the balls of my feet began to hurt so bad I was limping home, which is hard to do with two bad feet. On the second day the right foot--which hurt the most originally--felt perfect. I suppose that shoe had finally "broke in"--which I believe really means that my foot sunk into the midsole so that the ball of my foot was aligned with the widest part of the shoe, as from what I've read quality leather shoes don't actually stretch much through normal wear. The left shoe still felt narrow (though Alden said my left foot was smaller), I was limping from the pressure on the outside of the ball of my foot, and I could almost swear the stitching of the upper was wrong, making the shape too narrow--though the AE salesman said he didn't see anything wrong and my wife wouldn't corroborate, either. The AE store asked if, before exchanging, they could try an expander. I had no problem with this, and upon return this really did solve the problem, although if you look close enough there's a slight bubble on the outer part of my left shoe. Now the shoes are acceptably comfortable and heads-and-shoulders above department store dress shoes like my Bostonians. I can't say they "fit perfectly", because after a long day of walking the ball of my foot and my toes are a little sore. Nonetheless, I'm a satisfied customer and eager to try another model AE shoe. Based on this single and likely uncharacteristic experience, though, I may try Alden once more before coming back to AE. I'm a little disappointed that I'm not able to add another raving review about how the shoes fit perfect right out the door, and how I skipped all the way home without any discomfort whatsoever. Perhaps that was naivety on my part. For those on the fence about trying AE or the Leeds: just do it, but be prepared for some back-and-forth. Quality leather shoes don't have the margin for error of Ecco or similar cheap, plasticy leather shoes. May 14, 2013
leather Imperfections I purchased a pair of black Cordovan Leeds about a year ago. The break in period took a lot longer than I anticipated. I have them in a every other week rotation. I am most concerned with the quality of the leather, they have leather imperfection blimishes on the toe and a gritty texture in folds that will not buff out not matter how much attention I give it. I love the style of the shoe but, I was hoping for better quality for the type of leather and price. March 27, 2013
A Great Shoe from a Great Company! I picked up the Cordovan Leeds in Burgundy. Kathy from the Short Hills Mall store was instrumental in making sure I had the perfect size and fit. This shoe will pair with any outfit while keeping you in comfort all day long. A&E = American Excellence! March 3, 2013
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Feet a full size apart

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My feet are a full size apart. Is it possible to order a left shoe and a different sized right shoe?
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Thank you for your interest in Allen Edmonds.

Yes, the Leeds style is available as a part of our Custom program offering which lets you order many of the traditional welted styles in our catalog in a number of special makeup colors, leathers, sole options and unique sizes for an additional charge. You can view our Custom options by clicking on the following link here: http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonlin....

This style can also be ordered in special makeup sizes and leathers by contacting our Customer Service call center at cacmail@allenedmonds.com or 1-800-235-2348 (Mon-Fri 7:00AM-6PM CST).

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Can the insole removed on the Leeds?

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I wear orthotics. Can the insole be removed on this shoe? I want a black dress shoe with a rounded toe. Which of your shoes will let me remove the insole. I have tried the Benton and New Haven w/o success.
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No, it cannot be removed. Of course, if you play around with the size, a larger shoe will accommodate, not something I prefer. I have worn orthotics, and while it depends on your feet, I have found that the cork bed molds very nicely to your feet without the orthotic. I cannot recommend another shoe in the lineup which will give you the removable insole, the Benton would have been my one suggestion.
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Thank you for your interest in Allen Edmonds.

No, our Leeds style was not manufactured with an orthotic fit in mind nor with removable insoles.

You can find the complete Allen Edmonds Orthotic Collection for all Allen Edmonds styles which do feature removable insoles by clicking the following link here: http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonlin...?. Also note, we currently have plans for several additions to the Orhotic Collection for Spring 2013.

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What is the last for this shoe?

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Thank you for your interest in Allen Edmonds.

The Leeds is manufactured on our 1-Last (511), which is fairly similar to our 7-Last from heel to ball, but features a more rounded, fuller fitting toe.

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Do you have a cordovan that you may put orthotics in?

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Thank you for your interest in Allen Edmonds.

Our Cordovan Collection cannot currently be manufactured with an orthotic fit. You can find the complete Allen Edmonds Orthotic Collection for all Allen Edmonds styles by clicking the following link here: http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonlin...?.

Also available is our Allen Edmonds Replacement Orthotic Insoles, which are specifically designed for those select Allen Edmonds styles that feature removable orthotics.

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Thinking of getting this shoe custom made with rubber sole

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I like the craftsmanship of the double oak leather sole with cork but don't know how it would compare to a Vibram sole.

I'm a big guy and need a sole to take the pounding so my joints don't have to.

Can anyone tell me if the double oak leather sole will do the job or should I order with Vibram.
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I'm 5'11" and about 210lbs, so not tiny. I've only had the shoes for about four weeks, and have spent both a weekend in Chicago and a weekend in Seoul, both times touring those cities and pounding concrete sidewalks for many hours.

While I'm sorry to say that I'm not particularly enthusiastic about the fit of the upper on my pair, the soles at least have provided exceptional comfort on the concrete.

Full disclosure: I regularly walk 1.5 miles to work, from home to downtown. My moderate leg strength probably helps keep my knees or hips from getting sore.
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It will take alot of pounding. I am 250 lb. and it is good, I think the Vibram would ruin the shoe, however, you may want to look at the Titan sole. It is extremely durable and provides a nice dress look with no lugs.
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I am 6 feet, 195 pounds and walk alot, iincluding in the Leeds model. I have had these recrafted with a vibram sole by Allen Edmonds, and a it is a thin sole that they use, so I don't notice much difference between the Vibram and the double oak sole. I broke an ankle badly a few years ago and have a touch of arthritis during cold weather, but other than that, have no real joint sensitivity to shock. You can also take the shoes to an independent cobbler to see if they have a business-style crepe or rubber sole to decrease the impact. If you call AE, I bet they would be willing to give you advice.
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I would go for the Vibram sole. I have both bought leather / cork and vibram soled AE shoes in the past, but go now only for the Vibram / rubber sole versions, as they are n my opinion definitely more comfortable from a walking / cushioning perspective. In fact, because of this, I had in the past one leather sole shoe recrafted with a thin vibram sole (Not sure whether that's possible today).
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I would choose the leather sole with cork. Having cork in the sole is especially important for comfort. While working in London several years ago I thought about having some double leather soles resoled with Dainite rubbler soles. I asked a cobbler there and without hesistation he said I should resole with leather as it was more comfortable for concrete walking. I took his advice and was happy with the results. The soles lasted about two years and by that time I was living in Singapore where the rains come often and leather soles become a sponge, i.e., wet feets. Remembering the Dainite soles and not wanting wet feet I had them resoled with Dainite soles, which have a similar consistency to Vibram soles. My favorite and once best fitting shoes are now inflexible and uncomfortable...I should have bought gollashes while having them resoled in leather as originally made. Hope this helps.
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Thank you for your interest in Allen Edmonds.

A Vibram Rubber Sole will provide more shock absorption than our Double Oak Leather Sole; however, it will not be as thick as the leather sole. Both options offer ideal support and are very durable. Keep in mind, the amount of wear you will get with either will also vary depending on the frequency and environment in which the shoes are worn.

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be careful...I wear 12D and these fit small in my opinion now. worn only like 4-5 times and becoming painful....have many pairs that are perfect btw..only this style
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Thank you for your interest in Allen Edmonds.

The Williams is manufactured on our welted 2-Last (2-222) which has an elongated toe with a slightly higher instep. The McGraw is manufactured on our 4-Last (4-234) which has a slightly more squared toe, while the Leeds is manufactured on our 1-Last (1-511) which is more rounded with a fuller fitting toe; both the McGraw and Leeds are similar to our 7-Last which is the best fit for the average foot. By selecting shoes manufactured on the last that most resembles the contours of one’s feet, customers will achieve a superior fit.

Typically the same size can be ordered in all of our shoes. However, each style can fit differently based on individual foot shape. The best way to get a proper fit is to visit a master fitter in one of our retail stores. If this is not possible, keep in mind that products purchased on allenedmonds.com may be returned at any time, as long as the item is unused and accompanied by the packing slip. Trying the shoes on a carpeted surface will help prevent scuffing on the sole and keep the shoe in returnable condition.

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What is the best shoe tree for the Leeds shoe?

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Thank you for your interest.

Given the full toe shape of the Leeds shoe, the Allen Edmonds Full-Toe Cedar Shoe Trees are ideal, although the Combination shoe trees also work very well.

Here is a link to the Full-Toe shoe trees: http://www.allenedmonds.com/aeonlin...

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I use Allen Edmonds combination cedar shoe trees
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