Beautiful Footwear
I purchased bespoke True Penny Loafers from Quoddy. I've never owned shoes made from scratch for me - nor really had shoes of this quality. They felt tight at first - of course, that's always true. I bought a cedar shoe tree and the next time I wore them they fit perfect. I like wearing them with thick socks like they used to in the 90s. These look great and I feel great in them. They are a little slippery so I'm just a little more cautious than I would be in my regular boat shoes. I ride a scooter and they slip when I put the stand down and in the city I slide a little on the sidewalk. But that's to be expected when choosing something fine over rugged.
I was so happy I bought the fireside camp slipper. Tight at first, then it relaxed. I stopped wearing socks with them so I could feel the sheepswool against my feet. They fit perfect and are incredibly light. They're not like a solid slipper, I can feel things underfoot - stepping from a rug to a hardwood floor. I've decided to not wear them outside - we don't wear shoes in the house, anyway. I dropped some soap lather on them which left a shiny spot, but it peeled right off with scotch tape. I love them.
I'd love Quoddy to be my go-to and shop here for many years. I hope they stick around.