Dappered | In Review: The Suede Cole Haan Feathercraft Grand Blucher

[Dappered | In Review: The Suede Cole Haan Feathercraft Grand Blucher]() --------------------------------------------------------------- - [In Review: The Suede Cole Haan Feathercraft Grand Blucher](#1) - [Nordstrom: Extra 25% off sale items = 55% – 70% off Spring Clearance Event](#2) - [What I Wore Today Working from Home: Akshay, Digital Freelancer](#3) [In Review: The Suede Cole Haan Feathercraft Grand Blucher](r/Dappered/~3/zzFhiwNOfBI/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 22 Apr 2020 03:00 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head [here]( to learn more. [Cole Haan Suede Feathercraft Grand Blucher – $79.95](//www.zappos.com/p/cole-haan-feathercraft-grand-blucher-oxford-magnet-suede/product/9251305/color/577602?) ($180) NOTE: Full retail price on these bad boys is $180. A good buy at usually the perpetually on-sale level of $126 direct from Cole Haan. Now? You can find them for $80 – $100 at a few sources. Link above sends you to Zappos, but they have limited sizes. [Head here to get them for $80 direct through Cole Haan]( but those are final sale. [Nordstrom Rack also has them for $99]( but worth keeping an eye on because they could drop further with codes. Springtime is when our footwear rotations can really begin to open up with more variety. Winter doldrums are behind us, so we can bid farewell to the weeks filled with nothing but boots and let some of our more fair-weather footwear friends out of the closet. Such as the versatile suede lace-up. Specifically, the Cole Haan Suede Feathercraft has been on such a deep discount lately, that it has caught a few eyes. Speaking of eyeballs, Cole Haan, as a brand, gets the side eye from plenty of shoe fans (mostly the snobs, but, whatever). But no one is paying full price on these things. Hardly. Plus inexpensive suede > inexpensive smooth leather. So let’s find out if these suede shoes are worth taking a swing at. [In Review: The Suede Cole Haan Feathercraft Grand Blucher | Dappered.com](//www.zappos.com/p/cole-haan-feathercraft-grand-blucher-oxford-magnet-suede/product/9251305/color/577602?) Looks great. Noticeably light in weight. Expect durability to be average? Suede is beloved for a gentle touch, visual dynamics, and ability to take on unique hues. This “magnet” grey suede from Cole Haan is no exception. The material is quite soft, though not pillow-like. That’s a good thing. Brushing your thumb against the nap of creates a subtle change in shade of grey. And that grey. Oh boy. What a stunning color. Laid on top of an oak-brown midsole with tan stitching, this shoe is a standout when paired with dark wash denim or a darker shade of chinos. In it’s entirety, the shoe is lightweight both in-hand and on-foot. The downside of this, however, is a fairly flimsy upper. The suede is cut thin. On the positive, this creates a light and airy shoe for warmer weather. On the contrary, the upper can contort out of shape if the fit isn’t perfect – particularly around the sockliner. Expect durability to be… average. Don’t go stomping through the woods* or jumping in puddles with these, but normal use around town shouldn’t cause any real problems. [In Review: The Suede Cole Haan Feathercraft Grand Blucher | Dappered.com](//www.zappos.com/p/cole-haan-feathercraft-grand-blucher-oxford-magnet-suede/product/9251305/color/577602?) Soft suede. Great for shoulder seasons and summer wear. Triple-stitch construction on parts of the upper create a strong build, despite the thin material. Overall, construction was on-point; I saw no loose threads, nicks in the suede, or inconsistencies in the material. Nice stuff here. For sizing, I wear a 9.5E in the Allen Edmonds Park Ave and a 9.5M in their Higgins Mill boot, which I believe is built on a wider last than the more traditionally narrow Park Ave. I went with a 9.5 in a medium width for these Cole Haans, and haven’t experienced any hot spots, pinching, or overly excessive roominess. All that points to the Feathercraft’s being a fairly true to size fit. I have a fairly wide, flat foot, and don’t feel the need for the extra width. So only pick their wide option if you’re a true wide, and not something in-between. [In Review: The Suede Cole Haan Feathercraft Grand Blucher | Dappered.com](//www.zappos.com/p/cole-haan-feathercraft-grand-blucher-oxford-magnet-suede/product/9251305/color/577602?) Slim sole, but still provides traction. Super flexible too. The outsole is superb, with significant rubber tread featuring wavy-patterned grooves for flexibility and exceptional grip. You won’t slip in these. For cushioning, Cole Haan packs these with what they call their “Grandfoam.” I don’t know what it is, but the comfort is through the roof. Initial step-in and first wear comfort is terrific. The question with these foam-based cushions, of course, is their durability. Traditional shoemakers like Allen Edmonds opt for cork midsole that contour to your foot and provide ample comfort, and can be replaced time and time again. Cole Haan, however, cannot. That said, they don’t feel like they’re gonna fall apart overnight. Treat them decently, and they feel like they’ll treat you just fine back. [In Review: The Suede Cole Haan Feathercraft Grand Blucher | Dappered.com](//www.zappos.com/p/cole-haan-feathercraft-grand-blucher-oxford-magnet-suede/product/9251305/color/577602?) Squishy cushioning, lightweight (and pretty unstructured) suede upper. Guys who are looking for a versatile, comfortable, spring/summer suede shoe could very well find themselves in love (or at least “in strong like”) with the Feathercraft. The fit is true, the outsole is great, and the cushioning is really pretty impressive. No one is going to pay full price. But the usual, on-sale low $100s price point seems worth it here. If they stay at the mega-sale price of $80? At that price, you’re making out like a bandit. A bandit in smooth-suede shoes. About the Author: Jason P. is a Dappered devotee, having curated the majority of his wardrobe through the site. He is an enthusiast of wool sweaters, chino pants, and affordable automatic watches. In his free time, you can find him at his boxing gym or antiquing with his wife. [In Review: The Suede Cole Haan Feathercraft Grand Blucher | Dappered.com](//www.zappos.com/p/cole-haan-feathercraft-grand-blucher-oxford-magnet-suede/product/9251305/color/577602?) *If you use these for hiking/outdoors duty, you deserve what you get. You might as well walk up to a wolf lair with a golden corral sign hung around your neck. ff/Dappered?a=zzFhiwNOfBI:263DOdtkevc:yIl2AUoC8zA ff/Dappered?a=zzFhiwNOfBI:263DOdtkevc:qj6IDK7rITs ff/Dappered?a=zzFhiwNOfBI:263DOdtkevc:gIN9vFwOqvQ [Nordstrom: Extra 25% off sale items = 55% – 70% off Spring Clearance Event](r/Dappered/~3/VpcwVo9Jz9E/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 21 Apr 2020 10:34 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head [here]( to learn more. [Nordstrom Spring Clearance: 55% – 70% offÂ]( It’s not exactly petro-chemical companies & their investors [paying people to take barrels of oil off their hands]( (because they have nowhere to store it), but, it’s hard not to sorta think about that when you see some of these prices. This is total speculation, but maybe it’s just a log jam? Demand is down. Supply is still rolling in because of planning and long supply chains. Stores are closed. It’s not like they can ship some of this stuff off to their Nordstrom Rack locations. What do you want them to do, build a ton of garden sheds in the (unused) parking lots? Nordy is temporarily taking an extra 25% off what the prices were, so, prices are now marked as such online. I don’t know when the extra 25% off ends. Eye poppin’ prices. That’s what these are. And as always, everything ships and returns for free. [Bonobos Plaid Slim Fit Wool & Cotton Knit Sport Coat – $120]( ($400) [Bonobos Plaid Slim Fit Wool & Cotton Knit Sport Coat]( 70% off. I mean, what the h-e-double-hockey-sticks, kids. Knit, but with much, much more polish and panache than a sweatshirt like sportcoat. 51% wool and 49% cotton. [To Boot New York Cap Toe Oxford – $118.50]( ($395) [To Boot New York Cap Toe Oxford]( Helllooooo Nurse. Sure, shoe snobs like to rip on TBNY for their relatively high retail price, but for $120? They’re made in Italy, I believe they’re blake stitched, and probably a little sleeker than the Park Ave from Allen Edmonds. Sleek but still professional. [Nordstrom Brock Plain Toe Derby – $37.49]( ($124.95) [Nordstrom Brock Plain Toe Derby]( Plain Jane? Yes. But attractive enough that “Jane” is almost certainly gonna say “nice shoes.” Perfect for business casual or smart casual. Something in-between sneakers and oxfords. [1901 Ballard Slim Fit Peached Twill Chino Pants – $17.85]( ($60) [1901 Ballard Slim Fit Peached Twill Chino Pants]( Inexpensive, basic, 98% cotton + 2% stretch chinos with a bit of a brushed texture to them. [Bonobos Unconstructed Slim Fit Wool Blazer – $135]( ($450) [Bonobos Unconstructed Slim Fit Wool Blazer]( Another major markdown on a Bonobos sportcoat. All wool here with a micro check. [Made in Italy Good Man Brand Edge Sneaker – $88.43]( ($198) [Made in Italy Good Man Brand Edge Sneaker]( Is there such a thing as future-chic-minimalism? If there is, I’m probably not the clod to start knighting products as such. (I dub thee… Sir Sneaker, Thane of Future-Chic-Minimalism-land.) Still though, these probably fit that bill. [TheTieBar Trim Fit Solid Dress Shirt – $16.50]( ($55) [TheTieBar Trim Fit Solid Dress Shirt]( WHOA. That’s a nice price. And to be honest, I’ve always liked TheTieBar dress shirts. [Found them to be pretty impressive in person](. [Jack Mason Camber Racing Chronograph Rubber Strap Watch, 42mm – $132.74]( ($295) [Jack Mason Camber Racing Chronograph Rubber Strap Watch, 42mm]( For the rose gold fans on a rose gold-tone budget. [The North Face ThermoBall Eco Packable Jacket – $89.55]( ($199) [The North Face ThermoBall Eco Packable Jacket]( Post consumer recycled-nylon shell. Thermoball insulation. No hood here. Stand collar. A favorite for plenty. [The North Face ThermoBall Eco Vest – $55.87]( ($149) [The North Face ThermoBall Eco Vest]( A mighty fine return on this, wait for it… inVESTment. HAHAHAHAHA AHHHhhhhh… there’s nothing to believe in anymore. [Made in Italy GREATS Royale Sneaker – $80.55]( ($179) [Made in Italy GREATS Royale Sneaker]( You can have ’em in any color you want… as long as it’s black. Because the whites are sold out. [Nordstrom Predator Attack 3-Pack Socks – $9.00]( ($30) [Nordstrom Predator Attack 3-Pack Socks]( Works out to three bucks a pair. Yes they’re cotton blend instead of wool, but, cmon. Chomp Chomp. [Nordstrom Trim Fit Comfort Blazer – $44.70]( ($149) [Nordstrom Trim Fit Comfort Blazer]( Another enormous price drop. Put on some real pants. Put on a t-shirt or polo or OCBD. And put this thing on. It’ll help. [Bonobos Slim Fit Print Button-Down Shirt – $26.40]( ($88) [Bonobos Slim Fit Print Button-Down Shirt]( A Bonobos shirt at Old Navy prices. Cock-a-doodle-doo. [adidas X_PLR 2 Sneaker – $37.49]( ($85) [adidas X_PLR 2 Sneaker]( What are these, budget fly-knits? I’m not big on the knit sneaker thing, fellas, so I have no clue here. But they seem pretty well reviewed. [Nordstrom Trim Fit Performance Stretch Sport Coat – $59.70]( ($199) [Nordstrom Trim Fit Performance Stretch Sport Coat]( All performance fabric here (94% polyester, 6% spandex) but for sixty bucks? C’mon now. Plus Nordstrom usually gets this kinda thing right. [Nordstrom Tech-Smart Trim Fit Stretch Herringbone Dress Shirt – $20.85]( ($69.50) [Nordstrom Tech-Smart Trim Fit Stretch Herringbone Dress Shirt]( From their tech smart line. Subtle herringbone pattern for a little visual texture. Extremely well reviewed. 81% cotton, 12% polyester, 7% spandex. [Jack Mason Heritage Leather Strap Watch, 40mm – $110.24]( ($245) [Jack Mason Heritage Leather Strap Watch, 40mm]( Mid-century looks. [Too sexy](. [1901 Chambray Sport Coat – $67.05]( ($149) [1901 Chambray Sport Coat]( Slubbed texture, totally unlined back, and should see plenty of use in the warm weather ahead. [Cole Haan Waterproof Wakefield Grand Chelsea Boot –  $60]( ($240) [Cole Haan Waterproof Wakefield Grand Chelsea Boot]( Last time these things popped up they were $120. Now they’re half that. Waterproof too. [Made in Italy Good Man Brand Wool Blend Sportcoat – $224.10]( ($498) [Made in Italy Good Man Brand Wool Blend Sportcoat]( This looks highly, highly similar to a wool blend Good Man Brand sportcoat [that I own](. Is it a little boxy? Yeah a little. Do I wear it all the time? Yes. I wear it all the time. I love it. 59% wool, 27% nylon, 14% viscose. [Nordstrom Grayson Waterproof Chukka Boot – $37.49]( ($129.95) [Nordstrom Grayson Waterproof Chukka Boot]( Under forty bucks. Made in Italy, believe it or not. Waterproof too. I mean, what the heck. [Nordstrom Trim Fit Plaid Wool Blend Sport Coat – $89.70]( ($299) [Nordstrom Trim Fit Plaid Wool Blend Sport Coat]( Was just going for $180. Now, an extra $90 off. Something for the spring and summer months. 52% wool, 34% lyocell, 8% cotton, 6% linen. Trim Fit here, so, hopefully you can get away with not having it tailored? Just half-lined in the back, which is great for warmer weather. [Barbour Lowerdale Regular Fit Quilted Vest – $80.99]( ($180) [Barbour Lowerdale Regular Fit Quilted Vest]( In the face of all the high-tech puffers, Barbour keeps making their heritage, quilted, not so puffy outerwear. And that’s more than just fine. Limited sizes here. Getting close-ish to sold out at post time. [Bonobos Slim Fit Unconstructed Wool Blend Sport Coat – $135]( ($450) [Bonobos Slim Fit Unconstructed Wool Blend Sport Coat]( Another 70% off Bonobos sportcoat. Warm weather specific here, but the fabric should do great in the shoulder seasons too. 55% wool, 35% cotton, 10% linen. [Good Man Brand Slim Fit Henley – $29.99]( ($98) [Good Man Brand Slim Fit Henley]( Good Man makes really nice stuff. They seem like they’re about half way between J. Crew’s Wallace & Barnes Brand, and Todd Snyder. If that makes any sense. Apologies if it doesn’t. So while $30 isn’t dirt cheap for a henley, it is about the bottom for GMB. [Nordstrom David Chelsea Boot – $59.93]( ($134.95) [Nordstrom David Chelsea Boot]( There’s no reason one can’t wear chelseas in the warmer months. Especially if they’re earth-tone-suede numbers like these. [Nordstrom Men’s Shop “Remy” Monk Straps – $56.18]( ($124.95) [Nordstrom Men's Shop "Remy" Monk Straps]( Sleek. Oddly comfortable. Made in China but doesn’t look, feel, or smell cheap. A bit of [subtle grip on the sole too](, so you’ll stay upright on carpet/wet sidewalks. There is a chisel toe, so, traditionalists beware. A size 10.5 fit my normally 10.5D feet out of the box extremely well. [L.B.M. 1911 Trim Fit Cotton & Silk Sport Coat – $357.74]( ($795) [L.B.M. 1911 Trim Fit Cotton & Silk Sport Coat]( For #teamfancypants. Still a big investment for most of us, but this is about as low as you’e gonna see L.B.M. stuff go for. 93% cotton, 7% silk. Made in Italy. [Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones II w Google Assistant in Sliver or Black – $299]( ($349) [Bose QuietComfort 35 Wireless Over-Ear Headphones II w Google Assistant]( Not a big discount, but still worth a mention. Quiet is priceless. And our dude with a young-kid, business-traveler Adam [swears by these things](. Sanity savers. Put ’em on, and get some chores done. [L.B.M. 1911 Sportcoats in Cotton – $224.98]( ($750) or [Silk/Wool – $285]( ($950) [L.B.M. 1911 Sportcoats]( More L.B.M. 1911 stuff here. In fact, Nordstrom has dumped [a LOT of stuff from that brand in their sale section](. [Bonobos Robot Silk Tie – $29.40]( ($98) [Bonobos Robot Silk Tie]( *Beep Bop Boop* aren’t I cute? I scan your face when you sleep, so one day when I murder you, I can perfectly preserve your skin and wear your face over [my own]( in order to ingratiate myself to other “fleshies.” *Boop Beep Bop* [Cole Haan ‘Colton’ Chukka Boot – $112.43]( ($250) [Cole Haan 'Colton' Chukka Boot]( It’s not a Nordstrom Sale Party until these things show up. Death, taxes, and these blue accented Cole Haan chukkas get marked down. Here we are again… again. Very, very well reviewed. Storm welt. Blue panels at the top and grip on the sole. The Extra 25% off sale items blowout (prices are marked online) ends… well, I don’t know when it ends. Probably sooner rather than later though. ff/Dappered?a=VpcwVo9Jz9E:KUc7Jvv6LNI:yIl2AUoC8zA ff/Dappered?a=VpcwVo9Jz9E:KUc7Jvv6LNI:qj6IDK7rITs ff/Dappered?a=VpcwVo9Jz9E:KUc7Jvv6LNI:gIN9vFwOqvQ [What I Wore Today Working from Home: Akshay, Digital Freelancer](r/Dappered/~3/XIW9PFRKzW0/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email) Posted: 21 Apr 2020 08:00 AM PDT Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Also, we take your privacy rights seriously. Head [here]( to learn more. Welcome to “[What I Wore Today Working from Home](.” AKA, WIWTWFH (pronounced: wee-WIT-wu-fuh). A series on, you guessed it, who wears what to work, when working, or NOT working, from home. To help keep you on track with your work (day job or self-improvement) when stuck inside for the next few weeks, this is a series on how to dress at home to put you in the right frame of mind. Would you like to be featured? See the bottom of this post for instructions. About the Author: Akshay is a Digital Freelancer from the Washington DC area who has actually been working full-time from home for the past three years. He lives with his wife, 2-year old, and 2 dogs. His hobbies include photography, gaming, and all things technology. [What I Wore Today Working from Home: Akshay, Digital Freelancer | Dappered.com] The Sweater: [LL Bean Cable-knit Shawl-collar Cardigan – $109]( ($139). The mid-Atlantic region is having all kinds of crazy weather days (45 today, 80 tomorrow!), so you never know what you’re going to get. Keeping a cardigan handy to throw on anytime is key to making it through this rough season. I love the chunky [J.Crew cable-knit](, that I’m wearing above, but they’re unfortunately sold out. LL Bean has you covered if you really like the cable knit look. Want something cheaper? Amazon’s [Goodthreads has got this, for $36](! The Shirt: [J. Crew Factory Slim Fit T-Shirt – $15ish]( Did I mention the unpredictable weather? It’ll be cold in the mornings and humid in the afternoon, so smart layering is important. A simple striped tee can be found for cheap, and adds a little variety to an otherwise solid palette. The one I’m wearing in the pic at the top of the post is an old Target Goodfellow & Co striped shirt. Sadly, sold out. But the J. Crew Factory breton-stripe should work too. Want a little more color and don’t mind logos? [Try this from Ben Sherman]( over at Nordy Rack. The Pants: [Bonobos Stretch Washed Chinos in Graphites – $73.50]( w/ PICKMEUP ($98). I like jeans and sweatpants as much as any guy, but these Bonobos chinos really have that comfy broken-in quality that makes them my go-to when I feel like getting just a bit dressed up. The Watch: [Orion Calamity Diver – $1495](. Confession: I’m a bit of a “watch guy.” This Orion Calamity is a “micro-brand,” and it’s one of the thinnest dive watches on the market. Super-versatile, and can easily slide under the cuff of a dress shirt and suit, or look at home with a t-shirt and sweats. Swiss movement, 200m water resistance, and a seconds hand that’s not afraid to be different. Oh it’s a dive watch all right, but that seconds hand looks like it was lifted off the tachometer of a vintage sports car. Nick is a great guy that makes great, unique-looking watches for reasonably affordable prices ($500-1500). But really, [any diver would]( complete the look here. Cheap to luxury. Up to you. The Slippers: [Armor Lux Wool Slipper – $39.98]( (sold out). I grabbed these Huckberry ones while they were on sale (and in stock) and man – these are the most comfortable slippers I’ve ever worn. The hype is real. I wear through my indoor slippers/moccasins really quickly (again, as a full-time work-from-home guy, these ARE my daily shoes) so let’s see how long they last. If they even last a full year, I’d gladly buy them at full-price. [Tanner]( still has some sizes available. 20% off w/ SHOPSMALL. Matilda the half-Dachshund. The other half is a mystery. Adopted as a pup, and now my coworker. Want to submit your own WIWTWFM? Send an email to joe@dappered.com with who you are, what you do, and what you’d like to submit. And no, you don’t have to actually be working. There are plenty of jobs on standby right now whose workers can’t do the work from home. I’m not gonna discriminate. That’d be dumb. Now, to be featured, we’ll need a picture of you at home (at work, or not) as well as the details on what you’re wearing. Final image will have to be cropped down to 1500×840 pixels, so, keep that in mind when shooting. Landscape mode please, and let’s keep anything from the chin up out of it. Note that sending an email with your picks and a pic doesn’t guarantee publishing. We gotta have some variety, y’know? That’ll help your chances. 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