Double Monk Chuk

[Pictured: Cole, Rood & Haan Co. Glad Rags available for $375.00.]

The last time I talked about double monk straps I was going on about how I had just missed out on a pair by Ralph Lauren and how they were one of my favorite style of dress shoe.  My double monk fever is still going pretty strong, which is why I felt compelled to talk about these chukkas/short boots from Cole, Rood & Haan.  While I'm a pretty big fan of the CRH styles, this has to be my favorite.  When you see a monk strap boot it's usually of the standard strap variety so a double strap version like this is pretty rare, in fact I am not sure I have ever seen another double monk strap boot (please correct me if I am wrong).  My only gripe with this is the distressed looking leather, which I know is CRH's style (aka "new vintage", from the archives, etc.).  I would much rather prefer to buy a boot and add my own wear (much like a premium denim), but when it comes to double monk anything beggars can't be choosers.  What really has me hyped on these is the lighter shade of vegetable tanned, Italian leather.  Pairing some rolled chinos, a white tee and some tortoise shell shades with these would be absolutely killer when warm weather hits.  You can champion color for S/S all you want, but there isn't anything wrong with keeping your gear crisp and muted either.  The price tag is a little much, but for an obscure item it may just be worth it.  Raise your hand if you'd sell your soul for double monk anything...

 

-L.A.S

ACL x Cole, Rood & Haan Co.

[Pictured: Cole, Rood & Haan Co. x A Continuous Lean Jack dessert boot available here for $395.00]

I haven't seen these posted anywhere (am I right?) so I figured I'd throw them up in a quick post.  I know Mr. Williams has a ton of exclusive stuff planned for his ACL store, but I didn't think that stuff was supposed to be online yet.  Anyhow, Cole, Rood & Haan Co. are a primary advertiser over at ACL and sponsor his film series as well, so this shoe seems like the next logical step.  The model, called Jack, is in the vein of the classic suede desert boot, but with what appears to be some modern details aka a slimmer and updated sole.

p.s. Check out the Cole, Rood & Haan Co. webstore for some archival goodness.  If you've got the money they seem like a pretty good investment.  Especially these.

-L.A.S