Bass Saddle Oxfords to dye for / A DIY

I've had a real thing for saddle oxfords lately. I own multiple pairs of this classic men's casual in various shades of brown in leather and suede. However, I've been on the hunt in metro Atlanta's thrift stores for a black/tan pair for some time now. Not ready to drop $70-$100+ on a new pair from Bass, Dexter or Johnston & Murphy I elected to take matters into my own hands.

I recently snagged this pair of lightly worn tan suede/leather Bass oxfords for $4.94 from Goodwill. I picked up a bottle of Tarrago Black Suede Dye for $5.99 off of Amazon after checking in on a few local cobblers to no avail. It appears to be a dying (no pun intended) process in the shoe repair biz. I painters taped the leather and soles and voila my favorite new pair of shoes are one of a kind! I believe more adventurous colors will be necessary in the near future.

before and after

Moreland Ave. - One that got away

It's a cheap shot I know, but I'm posting it anyway. Atlanta is becoming more and more bike friendly by the day it seems. It isn't uncommon to have a commuter cyclist buzzing by while you are stuck in bumper to bumper like this stunning pixie. I'm thinking I'd be better off venturing out like Bill Cunningham to stay in pace with these graceful moments when the "decisive moment" of Bresson isn't in my favor.   

Valentines Day - Classic Gentleman

John Schadl, Operating Partner of Ray's In The City

Poplar St. - Non-Mobile

I love to see someone enthralled in a book instead of their mobile device.