Soldato
- Joined
- 23 Oct 2002
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- Edinburgh/Southampton
Why is it that modern styles of shoes last so poorly?
Some classic tan barker brogues that I bought for about £135 and wear 3-4 days a week still look absolutely brand new despite being 3 years old.
In that time I have got through 2-3 pairs of Merrel/Rockport shoes that cost about £95 each. Bits just start to fall off the side and holes form in various places. Am I to assume that these are simply mass made in China for £5 each and one is paying just for the label?
If only one were able to wear brogues to lectures without looking out of place!
Some classic tan barker brogues that I bought for about £135 and wear 3-4 days a week still look absolutely brand new despite being 3 years old.
In that time I have got through 2-3 pairs of Merrel/Rockport shoes that cost about £95 each. Bits just start to fall off the side and holes form in various places. Am I to assume that these are simply mass made in China for £5 each and one is paying just for the label?
If only one were able to wear brogues to lectures without looking out of place!
