3:30 Meermin 7:24 Shoepassion 9:30 Velasca 12:00 CNES 13:50 Septieme Largeur 15:10 Herring 17:09 Cobbler Union 20:24 Carlos Santos 22:47 Skoaktiebolaget/Lof & Tung

The Brands : 1.Meermin 2.Velasca 3.Shoepassion 4.CNES shoes 5.Septieme Largeur 6.Cobbler Union 7.Carlos Santos 8.Lof and Tung 9.Herring . Enjoy!

Hugo, I have started watching your blogs only recently, but already, I have become a BIG FAN of yours. Not only are you very knowledgeable in ALL THINGS STYLISH (SHOES, suits, watches etc etc), you present your progs in such a humble, pleasant way that that they become really ADDICTIVE. Way to go, brother.

Thank you for sharing your insight and opinion with us. I have grown immeasurably in sophistication and knowledge learning from you. Your work raises the bar and is inspirational. Acquiring clothes is now a passion, a joy, a process to be savored and not a task. I hope your videos continue well into the future and that prosperity and health is with you and your family.

Time stamps: 1. Meermin 3:20 2. Shoepassion 7:11 3. Velasca 9:20 4. CNES 11:31 5. Septieme Largeur 13:31 6. Herring 14:56 7. Cobbler Union 17:07 8. Carlos Santos 20:19 - Skoatiebolaget 22:01 9. Lof and Tung 24:56

Hugo, absolutely love your energy, passion, and information in this presentation! Cheers, my friend!

I totally get the addictive nature of shoes, I have high heels I no longer wear (except for very special occasions) which are still so beautiful to look at. I've seen shoes that made me want to cry they're so gorgeous. Thank you for the informative video, many of these brand also make women's sizes oxfords and derbys so I'll be investigating (and saving up) for my next purchase of wearable art

Thanks Hugo, for introducing me to Septième Largeur! When I saw their Louis-Charles Double monks, it was love at first sight for me and I just knew I had to get a pair! It has been my best purchase for this year now!

aaaannndddd this is why I subscribe to Sartorial Talks.

Thank you so much for this video, for people like me, who are very interested in tailoring and elegance, but can't afford very expensive products!! I saved in my favourites all the brands you talked about; it has been long time i was searching for good quality shoes in this price range, so thank you again!!

Shoes- A Man's Passion indeed. I hope all is well Hugo. May this crazy situation be over soon. Capital of Croatia, Zagreb is still recuperating from a horrible earthquake. A 15 year old girl sadly lost her life. In this time of isolation it makes me and I'm sure many more gentlemen happy to have a true, aldo virtual friend- Hugo.

Keep up the high quality content. I appreciate your expertise & advice.

One of my first times watching your channel I chuckled at a warning about 'shoe addiction' - knowing how very true those words were. 😊 These updates always keep me excited about the new pair I will order. And lately, I am developing the same dread of wearing my new shoes... Ay Ay Ay! 😂 Hugo please, what is your take on TAFT shoes? They're from Spain and I ordered a pair of loafers already, but I'd love to hear your insight on them. Thank you for always distributing such amazing and insightful content. Blessings out to you, Sonia and the family! 🙏🏽💜

Thank you Hugo for introducing CNES. I bought their cap toe last week. Great customer service. I ordered the wrong size because their size is slightly different and they arranged for return and sent me a new 1. Surprisingly there's no break in period for me. No hot spots for me at all. Thank you CNES for the great service and beautiful shoe.

Always interesting content. Loved your tie in this episode.

Great to see you back with more great content. I can’t wait for the next video on higher end options. After watching your videos, I have now bought three pairs ofCorthays that I got Neimans to bring in. And I’m having three pair of John Lobb bespoke shoes made. Thanks so much for all the great information and hello from San Antonio.

Another excellent excellent video Hugo! I’ve been watching your videos from the videos from the beginning with when you first started your videos with the best shoe brands videos! You truly are the epitome of class I’ve got to say, I like how you take us from country to country very unique in how you explain us their own approach which I can appreciate👌🏼 This video was geared for every income level which I can truly appreciate, by the way your video on the gram weight of wool fabrics was just about my favorite as well, look forward to seeing another one soon, by the way glad your doing well with your wife as well 🌞👨🏻‍💻👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

Thank you Hugo for such a comprehensive list of great shoemakers at this price point. I enjoy your videos a great deal sir. Anxiously awaiting your next Sartorial Talks.

The 2019 shoes video was my first Sartorial Talks video... it was love from the fist sight. Thank for such a great and fascinating stories Hugo.

Thank you again, Hugo.! I am happy to say that I have several of the makers you mentioned and am enjoying the shoes for some time. Please continue your excellent work and wonderful reviews.

I feel like I've stumbled upon the jewell of youtube. Wonderful channel and a wonderful host!

You are the reason why I started to look into quality shoes, and yes, I started with Meermin for the incredible quality/price ration and recently purchased my first Carmina pair (black cap toe oxfords). Amazingly good. Thank you mr. Jacomet!

I love this channel. Thanks for doing it. I may even begin wearing shoes.

Why is KZfaq not pushing your videos. I am so excited it popped back up. Love you Hugo and will follow you forever.

Always look forward to these!

Wonderful content Hugo. I live in St.Maarten and has always been facinated with shoes and you do a magnificent job at delivering info. Tré bien. .

What a mindfully curated list, Hugo! There are indeed many new kids on the block that manage to create value for almost every bank account. I for myself received a pair of Scarosso shoes a few weeks ago and must say that I am quite impressed. Greetings from Germany

Great.....Just subscribed. Thanks and Godspeed !!!

I've bought two pairs of Meermin: happy with them - yes they need to be broken in! In my price bracket , they fit well (in fact I bought the first pair on ebay second hand). I am getting a passion (Shoe Passion) for shoes and would love a pair of whole cuts in burgundy...I'll have to save up for them. In the mean time, I always have Sartorial Talks to keep me informed and enthused :-) Thanks Tony

Thank you Hugo for your videos ... they have opened my eyes to the world of fine shoes. It’s bittersweet experience so far. I have decided to clear out my shoe collection and gradually start building a new smaller one but with hopefully better quality shoes but at obviously great ‘damage’ to my wallet. I utterly love your videos .

Hi Hugo, we met during the short visit you made in Stockholm for Götrich. I was the young guy in the green suit! These videos are really inspiring and help during these difficult times for our small businesses. I retail Carlos Santos. They are amazing people and make fantastic shoes for the price. I am a little hesitant to recommend buying directly through them as the prices are lower through retailers and you directly support them this way too! The factory was really high end and the people working are passionate. The "problem" is that they could be so much more. They focus a lot on distributing shoes to physical shops with only a few good handful online. I would like to think myself as one of them! The selections are endless. As for the rest of the list, fantastic as always. Interesting to see you re-added Velasca, I think you first mentioned them in your 2015 guide. CNES I have seen first hand too, they make some good shoes for the price. Testing times for the industry and everyone. All the best to you and Sonya and your beautiful kids. Be safe and I hope to meet you again this year. /Kostas

Thank you for the tip about Cobbler Union. Purchased some fantastic cap toe, museum calf oxfords that were perfect out of the box. Also purchased a made-to-measure gray suede belt that is perfection. TY!

Merci, Hugo! I discovered Cobbler Union from your earlier videos, and have a pair of their Miguel whole cuts, in navy. I also own a pair of J.M. Weston whole cuts in black. (I don't know how many Westons I own; probably my favorite shoes!). The Cobbler Unions are simply amazing at the price point and should be on any serious shoe lovers list. Just over the price point you chose for this video is Carmina, which has multiple lasts and a very nice made to order program. It's a great time to be a guy who loves shoes!

What a 'goldmine' of information, thank you 🙏🏼 Hugo, you are a very visual 'storyteller' and an exceptional one (I was mesmerized from start to end) 😊👌🏼 Thanks for info on my Swedish brothers 👍🏼 Cheers from Denmark 🇩🇰

Another wonderful video, thank you Hugo! Very interesting to see some Asian countries featured, and will be interesting to hear more about that. Lots of Indonesian, Vietnamese, Malaysian, and Indian shoemakers popping up online. Very nice to see this video as a young person who needs to shop within this bracket!

Excellent review of the brands. I have quite a collection of Meermin and agree on the slight break in period but perfectly reasonable for the steal of a price. They are probably the lowest cost shell cordovan and museum calf shoes you can find. CNES (pronounced "See Ness") I am wearing today and so far very impressed. The patina is excellent and they have quite an impressive fiddleback waist. Carlos Santos I just wore yesterday and another very impressive patina and comfort was great right out of the box. A number of the other brands were already on my wish list but now thanks to your review I did add a few more new brands to the list. Thanks!

Dear Mr Hugo, I glad you mentioned Carlos Santos shoes, I have some in my collection and they really are fantastic, very comfortable, the other brands that you have mentioned I was not aware of if so, thank you for that. Unfortunately this is not the best time to order shoes because of the Pandemic, I'm situated in London (Kensington) and I don't receive any post, already for more than a week. Let's just hope to go back to our normal life soon and who knows, with a new pair of shoes! Congratulations for your channel and thank you for the hard work. Kind regards, António Borda D’água

Dear Hugo, It is utmost pleasure to see your and Sonya videos. They way you have been educating people in terms of style. I wish to learn more from both you and improve my knowledge and styling. However, I haven't not seen you mentioning Berwick. Is this Brand not making quality shoes or they do not fulfill your criteria of making shoes under US 400? Looking forward for your reply.

Thank you Hugo. I hope you Sonja and your family are doing well in these times. I'm very interested in acquiring new shoes from one or two of these makers but a little stumped as to fitting what would be the best way ordering shoes on line in terms of sizing . Thank you. Looking forward to future videos

Hi Hugo! Thank you very much for this video. For some of us, this is the price range in which we shop, so knowing our options is hugely valuable! As for Skoaktiebolaget, I will try to spell that phonetically for you: Skoh - akshe - boh - larget :)

Out of your list, I've only had one brand: Cobbler Union, and I agree, it's a fantastic value, and my suede chukka boats from them are my "travel shoes", as I often bring them as my only pair of nice shoes while traveling. They are casual, yet slightly upscale, and they look brand new after many miles and four years! The John boot is great, as well as the spectator. Plus, fantastic customer service.

Thank you for this video. Herring has the best customer service I have ever received from any online store, shoes or not.

Another enjoyable video, Hugo. No doubt you and Sonya are in lockdown and so many of us watching you are in the same position. Stay safe and let us hope the manufacturers you refer to survive the current catastrophe.

Great video Hugo, very well done! I recently bought a pair of Carlos Santos adelaides from " The Noble Shoe", they are great and the company Noble Shoe is also a great smaller distributor to deal with! I always really enjoy your videos and also your wife's videos!

Your videos are quite nice and informative - many thanks!

So happy to hear that Velasca is in your list Hugo. They seem very serious with the shoe making thingy.

Dear Hugo, what an amazing video before i go to sleep ! you awake all my sense now and all my passion to shoes !))))). very interesting information ,, i wondered at the beginning of the video how come to have 9 different countries !!!! but once again we learn from the Master !)) . So glad to see you healthy my friend ,,,stay Save , love to you and Sonya from Cairo, Egypt.

Great video as usual. thanks. Please do another one on the next price bracket.

Thank you , i bought a pair of cobbler union few months ago as you advised and believe me i was just thinking of luf & tung few weeks ago but needed somebody i trust to advice me hope you and your wife are in good health 🌹. Best regards from egypt

Thanks for your inspiration and contribution to my satorial journey. When it comes to prenunciation of the swedish name "Skoaktiebolaget", you actually need to part the word in three. Sko(means Shoe) Aktie (means stock/equity) Bolaget (means company) Looking forward to your next video

It was in one of your videos that I first heard of Cobbler Union. I jumped in and purchased myself a pair of oxfords. I cant thank you enough for your recommendation. Absolutely exquisitely crafted shoes, and look way more expensive than they really are.

Dear Hugo and Sonya, When PG had its first Cobbler Union promo in 2018 I jumped right ordering a pair of brown wholecut oxfords (Miguel V). Today they remain my most beautiful pair of shoes and also my favourite! Their service, as you have mentioned, is excellent, engaging and personal. So thank you for introducing them to me and I hope you continue to be an evangelist for style and elegance and make the world much more beautiful place! Thank you, Evan

I never post comments on your videos but this time I felt I had to. As a high school student from Finland it's been difficult for me to find affordable shoes I can test in real life since there are only a few places in Finland which sell high quality shoes (and they're usually way too expensive). I thank you on your recommendation of the Swedish brand Skoaktiebolaget (oh and I have no idea neither on how to pronounce the name even though I've studied the Swedish language) because they really do seem like a good deal and I've never even heard of them before. Next time I'll go to Stockholm I'll definitely visit them! I truly find the content on your channel to be fascinating as well as educational at the same time which is something not many content creators can achieve. Thank you.

Funny you mentioned Allen Edmonds...I bought 2 pairs, both used, off of eBay, just $58. One of those pairs is just over 20 years old according to the numbers stamped on the inside, and people are shocked when they find out they're not brand new, haha. I also recently bought an older pair of Johnston and Murphy Crown Aristocrafts, and they're from back when they were still making stuff in the USA. Those were just $45. Meermin is a very attractive option as well...they also auction off their factory seconds on eBay, and those can end up starting at like $50-60, so that's definitely a steal! Thanks for the great videos! Stay healthy, and God Bless!

Thank you for another great episode. The weather is changing in the North Carolina mountains and it’s about time to break out the beautiful shoes again!

Hopefully I'll get my first pair of Meermin shoes the next months. I fell in love with the wholecut in espresso and copper. Thanks a lot for the great Content, I've alerady seen the first episode. Specially for the more "low budget" or younger people (I'm not that young but in the same financial situation) selection I'm really thankful. Please keep on Hugo. Take care. Reste en bonne santé à bientôt René

I just got a pair of Velasca Chelsea boots, and I love them. Worth every penny. The quality of the stitching, details, and leather is top notch! Definitely a great bank for your buck!

Great video Hugo. I am an Allen Edmonds guy but I have had him eye on Cobbler Union for a while. Thanks for giving us some options and I love the tip on 24 hours for break in. You and your wife stay safe in these crazy times.

incredible, the videos are long, but the content is exquisite and entertaining, I really like it

I have purchased a pair of Belgian loafers from CNES and they are excellent, the price was around $280 with delivery to the UK and I shall certainly be buying more pairs in the future, good quality at a good price, highly recommended.

Great content as always Hugo, thanks for all the recommendations, I know it's hard to look in every country but if you can take a look to Mexico, here we have a huge industry of leather tannery and shoe making in Guanajuato

Thanks so much for the English version!

Just bought a pair of Velasca today a few hours before this update :D Good to know I made a good choice! Thanks Hugo for this video

Hugo, do you read a teleprompter? I appreciate your talent to speak so casually and yet so confidently as to almost never stutter or take time to think your words, great stuff!

Hugo, your knowledge is amazing my friend! I have been thinking of mixing my style up a bit and tying a pair of Allen Edmonds I am glade you mentioned them. On a side note I was not aware that your lovely wife was from Atlanta. I visit Georgia frequently we should meet sometime we’re both in town. Blessings to you my Brother

Very informative video. Thanks!

I got myself a pair of Carlos Santos after watch your 2019 video.

Hi Hugo, I've been an ardent follower of Sartorial Talks for the past year and am truly grateful for your regular content. I was wondering if you had had a chance to visit India in your travels and what, if any, sartorial insights you had about the country. As an Indian student, learning about the rich history of the sartorial world has been truly educational, but I have a keen interest in it's influence on my native country and I therefore seek your wisdom regarding it. Looking forward to hearing from you!

Great episode master Hugo, take care of all virus and germs, we need elegance, poetry and art.

Dear Hugo as always great video. I have a question though. What is your take on Spanish brand Crownhill shoes? Regards, Z.

Thanks Mr. Jacomet for another splendid video! Since you mentioned Atlanta may I relate something that happened to me there? Many years ago I worked as an intern in Atlanta. Back then I was virtually penniless. One day I was strolling through a large mall in Buckhead when I saw a Gentlemen‘s outfitter. Because at that time my interest in the sartorial world had just started, I entered it and a very well dressed older man who happened to be the shop‘s owner approached me. He quickly recognised my terrible German accent but to my great surprise he was very happy about it. He told me that he had attended a German university when he was a young and poor man himself by means of a scholarship. One day, he said, a man whom he didn’t know at all approached him somewhere, told him how happy he was to see him as a foreigner in Germany (he is black, so in those times he must have been instantly recognisable as foreigner) and just gave him 10 Deutschmarks. Because of this kind (and - sad to say - untypical) gesture of a fellow German many years ago this shop owner was very pleased to see me and offered me a huge discount on everything in his shop. It was all very up-market, so even with this discount I could only afford a nice tie, but what I got from this encounter was much more valuable than a discount. I learned that a true gentleman is not just well dressed, but kind and generous as well. Sometimes you can’t give back to the person who did something for you, so just do something good for someone else. This incident also created a very fond memory so I always consider people from Atlanta as very nice guys until proven otherwise. So it’s no surprise to me that you like it there. Cheers!

Hello Hugo and Soyna, I love your channel and feel like I have been learning a lot. I have a question, I was wondering if either of you have or feel that it's acceptable to where dress boot's like the one's from Justin Fitzpatrick with a suit? Thanks again for your channel and can't wait till the next one.

Congratulations about your and Sonia Fantastic Job........

I never knew I needed some nice shoes and a suit until I found Sartorial :-)

I heard about Carlos Santos from one of your previous programs. Now I own 3 pairs from them. Superb! One note, their shoes run a 1/2 measure larger than usual US sizing. ie I usually wear a 9.5 but a 9.0 fits better.

There's a CNES retail store in Singapore. I've visited the store myself. They also provide high quality shoe repair services. For example JR soles, toe caps.

Great Video Hugo!! Keep it up. I found recently a quality pair of Stacy Adams Madison. It's a good year welted pair with calfskin top grain leather upper. I was extremely surprised of the quality for around 120 USD. The quality was similar to an AE pair. Would recommend.

I know this video was about shoes, but your suit is absolutely magnificent!

Good one as always Hugo! One comment for anyone who may read this is to exercise some caution when ordering dress shoes from Asia. Asian brands tend to make shoes for people with flatter feet. Although beautiful, I would hesitate to buy a pair without trying them on first or exchanging a few emails regarding the fit.

Thank you Hugo for this video. I was wondering if you have ever got the chance of reviewing Bridlen (from India). I would love to hear your views about them.

Wow, amazing video Hugo. I just bought a pair of the two eyelet "Noah" (very french) in Museum oxblood from Cobbler Union. I decided to take advantage of their 20% sale going on now. Absolutely stunning and cannot wait for their arrival! Thanks again Hugo, I look forward to all of your posts. Cheers.

I'm so thankful for your channel and now interested in a specific topic: the right bags for a gentlemen to wear with great fitted suits. Maybe you can recommend some of the brilliant brands, like you always do. Thanks and greetings from Germany.

Welcome back hope all is well safe healthy God bless.

Great video Mr. Jacomet ... hope all is well and both Sonia and yourself are in good health and safe ..... For the pain that occurs when you first wear a shoe ...I think it is also that a lot of men and shoe shops donot know anything about the Brannock measurments that doesnt just take the length of the foot but the width, the curve, the hieght, and the arch...it also can measure each foot seperatly ....getting the right measurement is vital ....I recently bought some nice shoes ...but the measurment was wrong .... so, I ended up having nice shoes but cant wear them!! By the way ...we share the same passion towards the Whole cut of Berluti (( The Alissandro)) ...

Excellent recommendations...

I remember a few months back. You warned us in a video, in no uncertain terms, that developing an interest in shoes can very easily lead to an obsession. Well, since then I've bought six pairs of decent to high quality dress shoes and am presently waiting for my first made to order pair of patina'd monkstraps. I kind of wish that you had warned us with a little bit more force about how addictive this is, because now I'm hooked - even though I'm enjoying every day of it.

Thank you Hugo, for this interesting video. Like to know your take on driving moccasins.

Dear Hugo. Because of your advice I bought some Santoni shoes and I am very happy with them. Thank you.

I got inspired throughout your videos with Enzo Bonafe. Last mont i was able to buy one pair in the sale for 200 euros. I directly followed your advice and bought them without any hasitation..

Great post Hugo! It’s a welcome respite from the coronavirus mess. Will you be doing another segment on the next step up? I’m particularly interested in your thoughts on shell cordovan in general, and Alden shoes in particular. Be well my friend.

Since I first viewed this episode, I have had a chance to get a pair of shoes from both Meermin and Velasca, and put quite a bit of wear on both pairs. I have been pleasantly surprised by the quality and style available from both of these brands at this price point. Thanks for recommending them.

Baudoin & Lange is below 400 euro I believe! Great list, I love the channel

Wish I knew about CNES when I was in Vietnam last year, would have definitely gotten a pair of shoes there :(

Hi, Hugo, all your programs are inspirational. I have not heard you mention Sylvano Lattanzi shoes, and would like to know what you think of them. I know they are not in this price range.

I own 8 pairs of Meermins ( I really need to put up some videos) I wore them all the time when I had a job wear I was able to sit more. Stopped when my job changed ( started wearing sneakers again) to standing up on concrete all day. My feet strated to hurt went back to wearing them my feet feel so much better.

Hello Hugo, Most of the Cobblers I know recommend to put rubber pads right at the begining of the usage of new shoes. What is your point of view about that? How do you deal with an accelerated wear an tear if you don't put these pads on your shoes? Do you have any of your youtube eposides dealing with that? Thanks in advance for your comments. Sylvain

I enjoy your world wide coverage. What is your verdict about Mezlan shoes from Spain? Thank you.

May I ask if there will be an English version of your book *Souliers*? I would gladly buy one. Thank you.

Hi from Singapore. Love your channel and a Carmina fan for years. Found the CNES brand by accident 3 months back whilst shopping for Safir products. The distributor for Safir in SG brings in the CNES brand as well - Straits Establishment. They do have a local website cnes.co and I think ships internationally. Design is very elegant, I bought the Ringo model which is a semi-brogue Oxford cap toe. Beautiful workmanship with a very narrow waist. I do think it's a great bargain and glad you're highlighting Asian brands

Hey Hugo, I appreciate your work and found the testimony you shared truly inspiring. May God continue to bless you and your family. I wear a size 16M US and have been relegated to only Allen Edmonds for quality shoe options. AE only offers the most conservative styles is my size and I have most of them so I am effectively out of options. I would love to have a pair of high quality monk straps but have not been able to find any in my size. I would do a reasonable bespoke pair as well but fear that might be out of reach for me. Would love to hear your thoughts. Thanks!