Quote Originally Posted by Cerebite View Post
Some of my issue with the Brogues is that I usually have to buy a size to a size and a half large to accomidate my wide feet. I knew I was getting the correct size as I have some Singapore specification [aka UK sized] Doc Martins that fit great. I already have Dr Scholls in them and may add some "stuff" in the toe to push my foot into the heel. BTW these are "piper" brogues so I can do more hiking and walking in them.
Gillie brogues, in my opinion, look like a relic of the Victoria age that should've stayed there. For dressy or formal events I always wear buckled shoes or standard brogues (with tongues).