Lopes Taupe YGroup_CNTD Cord is sewn into the

Cord is sewn into the upper before lasting – the heat then shrinks the leather over the cord to leave a beautifully smooth raised seam

famously used in Samurai armour

Sturdy dark brown twin elastic gussets fit the boot close to the ankle and we’ve included a handy back pull tab

Our new Goodyear welted Derby toe cap boot is made from calf leather

Lopes Taupe YGroup_CNTD Cord is sewn into theThis beauty has been retrieved from our archive and still feels ahead of its time. Lopes is set on a broader toed last than a standard cupsole trainer and is underlaid with a tan leather welt. This creates a striking individual look with a slightly deeper profile. The body is made from soft taupe calf nubuck with a tan leather trim at the heel. Nubuck is a full grain leather with the surface lightly buffed to create a soft, matt finish eminently finer