Proper leather shoes

Most collaborations are wacky and naff (see the Tricker's boots in Present), but these Aldens are subtle variations using existing styles and materials, with no garish colours. They aren't reinventing anything, it's a custom order.

Also, the casual longwing style and waxy leather works really well with a crepe sole. If it were thick, off-white crepe sole then I'd agree with you but as it is, in a dark colour with a leather midsole, it looks ace (in my opinion).

FWIW, I like the idea of jazz but never get on with actually listening to it.

Real men listen to jazz.