YES!! They are just as comfortable as the suede! Like walking on a cloud! Super soft leather, I am so glad I got them! Can't wait to see yours!!
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YES!! They are just as comfortable as the suede! Like walking on a cloud! Super soft leather, I am so glad I got them! Can't wait to see yours!!
I have the new gray suede dickers as well from this year! I love them, and super comfortable! Here is a photo, the lighting makes the color look a little off, but they are gray!
Does anyone think the suede got thicker and stiffer this season? My old camel dickers felt slouchy and the suede was so velvety. I tried anthracite at the time and they felt similar. I'm so upset that I sold them while I was waiting for my kaki and noir pair to come in the mail. My new dickers seem so stiff and dry compared to the old dickers. If the new camel dickers changed I'm going to cry!
YES I got the leather Dickers and they are amazing! Here are some photos! They are gorgeous smooth black leather, and super comfortable! (by the way, has anyone seen my thread regarding the black leather Jenny boots that I purchased that have dye coming off of them?? I have not gotten a single response! I was sure more girls would be surprised!!)
Julie, they look lovely. Thanks for the pictures. I'd love to grab a pair as well but I don't think any of the local shops have ordered the leather version.
And sorry, I can't help you with your question about the Jenny boots. Hope somebody else can. I'd contact the retailer you purchased them from. Please post some pics, I'd love to see what the black jenny looks like worn.
I think the leather Jennys are pretty new... my guess is most of the IM lovers on this forum own the suede, if at all... I'm really sorry to hear the dye is coming off. :\ You should definitely call Barneys just so you can get some advice. I'm sure some others will chip in but like I said these are fairly new and also the Jennys are not as popular as the Dickers.
I was just going to say pretty much what Brigitte said - I don't think you should be surprised by no one having advice about the leather Jennys because you may be the first person here to have the new leather ones, though many have the suede.
As for the dye problem, the only pair of boots I ever received with dye transfer on the tissue wrapping & coming off on my hands went straight back to the online store where they came from.
I like the look of the leather Jennys - hoping there's a good outcome for you
As for the dye problem, the only pair of boots I ever received with dye transfer on the tissue wrapping & coming off on my hands went straight back to the online store where they came from.
I like the look of the leather Jennys - hoping there's a good outcome for you
Yes! I thought it was just me!
My noirs are a pinch tighter (I'm guessing because they're stiffer) than last seasons' taupe!
Maybe it's to keep the heat in for the fall weather? No idea... But oh well.
also, Julierose, I'm surprised! But can't help you there, sorry! I know in the past my black balenciaga bag and another black marc jacobs bag have run, but it was only because i got caught in a huge downpour... I didn't call either of the stores a- because they're a few seasons old now and b- because i think it was the rain/my fault, but I would call IM/wherever you purchased from.
I'm going banana's!!!!
I want the taupe bobby's soooooo bad (or black boston would be fine too). Can't find them anywhere!
Does anyone know if they will arrive online at Mytheresa or NAP? Or at a Dutch store? It's driving me crazy. And for that I just bought another pair of dickers (gris, very lovely colour!)... But I would rather have the bobby's
If somebody has more information, please let me know! TIA
I know that Kabinet (fashion store inside Droog Design in the Staalstraat) is getting a shipment of IM sneakers in this week - I don't know exactly what models, but give them a call! Sky in Amsterdam also sells IM boots and sneakers.
Mulberry_Love said:
I want the taupe bobby's soooooo bad (or black boston would be fine too). Can't find them anywhere!
Does anyone know if they will arrive online at Mytheresa or NAP? Or at a Dutch store? It's driving me crazy. And for that I just bought another pair of dickers (gris, very lovely colour!)... But I would rather have the bobby's
If somebody has more information, please let me know! TIA
Jonathan + Olivia in Canada has the Taupe Bobbys in several sizes. Check out their online store.
Dianiboutique in Santa Barbara, CA has them as well but not sure of the sizes. I would email them.
I can't decide between the black suede or the Gris. But I'm getting the Dickers in Gris- so maybe I should order the black???
I was just going to say pretty much what Brigitte said - I don't think you should be surprised by no one having advice about the leather Jennys because you may be the first person here to have the new leather ones, though many have the suede.
As for the dye problem, the only pair of boots I ever received with dye transfer on the tissue wrapping & coming off on my hands went straight back to the online store where they came from.
I like the look of the leather Jennys - hoping there's a good outcome for you
Hey guys, you are right, these boots are so new, no one has them yet...
Well I called Barneys today and they told me that all the black calf leather Jenny boots are like this!!! I was told they used a lot of dye, and to only wear them with black socks and black leggings or jeans for now, until the dye wears off....
So strange, why would Isabel Marant do this???
Thanks you are right. I would love to hear feedback as more girls get them....
I was told by Barneys the dye will eventually stop coming out, and to wear black with them until then....imagine? Why would Isabel Marant make boots like this?
I just did some quick googling and came up with some information:
Also I saw some forums that mentioned Carnauba Cream as well. However this is a step by step from MetaFilter:
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Also I saw some forums that mentioned Carnauba Cream as well. However this is a step by step from MetaFilter:
Leather is made by tanning it, dying it, then putting a finish on it. If the finish isn't quite good enough, some of the dye may rub off. There are different kinds of finishes; some quite nice leather may still leak dye, even though it's something you're more likely to associate with poor quality leather.
If I were concerned about dye leakage from a leather item with a smooth or especially a glossy finish*, here's what I'd do:
On a small hidden area of the item, test the leather surface with glycerin saddle soap (I like sprayable liquid stuff for the convenience). Dab a little of the soap in that spot. If it discolors, stop; the leather won't tolerate messing with it. If it doesn't, go ahead and wipe the whole bag with soap, rinsing your applicator from time to time to get rid of any dye it's picked up. Make sure to get in the cracks, seams, edges, etc. You can use paper towels, rags, or small sponges.
This should help get rid of any dye that has already come off the leather itself and is just on the surface.
Let it dry completely.
Now you'll want to make doubly sure that what dye is in the leather stays in the leather, and doesn't rub off. You can put a leather finish called Carnauba Cream over just about any other type of finish, and it's a very good finish for flexible or softer leathers (as compared to stiff ones like, for example, shoes).
Again, test on a small hidden area first. Then you can wipe the whole item down with a thin layer of the Carnauba Cream, making sure to get edges, cracks, etc. I prefer to use wool for this, but a very soft cloth, like the remains of a well-worn 100% cotton T-shirt or flannel, should be suitable. Once it dries completely you should have an additional layer of protective finish between the dye and your clothes
Carnauba Cream is also a conditioner, and is good for leather, so don't worry about damaging the item by applying something on top of the nice leather surface you already have. It's even good for applying to items you already have that are starting to look a bit lackluster (after a similar cleaning, as above).
* If your leather has a nubuck or sueded surface, you don't want to do any of this.
ok, i am ready to buy some dickers right now...and i am torn between the camel and the khaki...
i keep seeing varying shades of each color on line- and it is really hard for me to decide... i wear lots of denim... and browns are my "black"- so either color would be super versatile in my wardrobe... originally i preferred the camel...and then thought the khaki would be nice variation, however, when i comes to suede in general, when given the choice between a lighter sand color vs the shade closer to camel, i always go with the camel shade... ugh... anyone have any insight please? i am ready to order right now...
i keep seeing varying shades of each color on line- and it is really hard for me to decide... i wear lots of denim... and browns are my "black"- so either color would be super versatile in my wardrobe... originally i preferred the camel...and then thought the khaki would be nice variation, however, when i comes to suede in general, when given the choice between a lighter sand color vs the shade closer to camel, i always go with the camel shade... ugh... anyone have any insight please? i am ready to order right now...
queenofshopping said:
If you wear a lot of brown I think camel will really just POP as a nice shot of neutral color whereas maybe the khaki will look very subdued. Depends if you want the boots to be a stronger focus or a little more subtle against your clothing.