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Alden

Alden Shoe Co. was founded in 1884 and is one of the oldest continuously operated footwear brands in the United States. Still located in Middleborough Massachusetts, they’re best known for inventing the tassel loafer and creating the Alden 405, worn by Indiana Jones (in one form or another) in all his movies. They also have a history of crafting orthopedic footwear, so many find them to be simply the most comfortable shoes on the market.

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Tassel Loafer Style Guide: How to Get Down with the Dangle

Since its start as a custom shoe for a Hungarian Hollywood star, the tassel loafer has made its way to every kind of foot: from 1980s Wall Street snakes to

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How to Wear Loafers with Jeans According to Menswear Experts

Loafers can feel pretty smart and jeans are pretty casual, so you might be wondering, ‘Can I wear loafers with jeans?’ The simple answer is yes. The beauty

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Grant Stone vs Alden Loafers: New School vs Old School

Expert Verified By: Ticho Blanco | Boot Photographer & Marketing Expert Today we're looking at smart casual loafers from two brands that are constantly

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The 5 Rarest Alden Boots You’ll Never Find

For this article, we found ourselves in the wild suburbs of New Jersey with JD Sasso (make sure to follow him on Instagram). He is the king of all things, Alden

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What Boots Did Indiana Jones Wear?

In retrospect, Indiana Jones's actions and reputation as an archeologist do not age well when you consider all the artifacts and ancient tombs he's destroyed,

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5 Best Alden Boots (From a Guy With 30 Pairs)

Famed Alden collector JD Sasso joined us for this journey through the best Alden boots on the market. New England was once home to numerous shoe

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Why Does This Guy Own 75 Pairs of Boots?

Collectors are a special bunch of people. Their passion is infectious and they're always pumped to share their knowledge and experience with anyone who’ll

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10 Best American Made Boots to Buy in 2025 (Made in USA!)

A boot isn't necessarily worse if it's made overseas, but there are plenty of legitimate reasons to shop American made. Maybe you want to support your

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10 Best Men’s Boots for Wide Feet | Moc Toe, Chukka, Chelsea, and More

It is surprising how many boot companies don’t offer wide options for their boots. It makes more sense when you realize that these businesses need to make

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Alden Shoes of New York – A History

Alden Shoes of New York, one of the premier Alden retailers in the world, has been serving faithful customers for over 30 years from its prestigious location in

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The 11 Best Stylish White Boots for Men

For many, finding a pair of boots that work with their style is an easy task. A majority of guys just want a black or brown boot that can carry them through a

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Why I Fell Head Over Heels in Love With Men’s Boots

Editor’s note: This article is an op-ed. The views expressed herein and in the video are the author’s and don’t necessarily reflect the views of Stridewise,

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The 5 Best Men’s Boots for Flat Feet

Flat feet is a surprisingly common issue, with some sources suggesting that 3 million people suffer each year, while others estimate that up to 30 percent of

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Op-Ed: Why Alden Is By Far My Favorite Boot Company

Editor’s note: This article is an op-ed. The views expressed herein and in the video are the author’s and don’t necessarily reflect the views of Stridewise,

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Alden Vs. Allen Edmonds Vs. Grant Stone – The Great Debate

Here are three brands that are compared and contrasted so often that boot fans on Reddit regularly accuse them of stealing from one another. That’s why today I

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Viberg Vs. Alden: Which High-End Boot is Better?

  There are entry level boots, there are mid-range boots, there are upper tier boots, and these two brands sit firmly in the upper tier: the beloved but

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Alden Indy Review: Is It Worthy of Indiana Jones?

Founded in 1884 by Charles H. Alden, Alden Shoe Company is the oldest shoe company in New England and it's a brand that reminds you how important boots used to

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