We received a delivery of the Alden Indy boots in Horween Natural Chromexcel. They are identical to our previous run. These are on the TruBalance last and have cork neoprene soles, and 360º flat welts.
Our next order of the Natural Indy will have commando soles. This order is in production with delivery sometime this Fall/Winter.
Alden Indy Boots Natural Chromexcel Cork Neoprene Soles- Last Pair Size 13C
“La Bella” simply translated is the “Beauty” and so it is fitting that Pierre Corthay chose the name Bella for his most elegant demi boot. The lines of this boot are so clean and pure in a way that can only be translated by Corthay.
All Corthay shoes are made in Paris and should be considered works of art. Pierre himself was awarded the lifetime title of maître d’art, or master of art by the government of France. Each year, the award is given to honor native artisans for their expertise and talent in their fields.
While not widely recognized in the United States the award is highly prestigious in France.
To behold a pair of Corthay shoes is one thing but to own them is completely another. If you are fortunate enough to be among the latter you should consider yourself in rare company indeed.
Bella Ebene Calf, 001 Last
Continuing on in our series of handsewn Venetian loafers by Quoddy is this pair in Horween Dark Olive Chromexcel. These loafers, made exclusively for Leffot are unlined and have a beautiful pullup.
They’re super lightweight and flexible and have full deerskin insoles with arch support. Not to shabby for a casual shoe.
Exclusively at Leffot. These mocs run large, size down a half size for best fit.
Dark Olive Chromexcel, Gum Camp Soles – $240
The Dover is without doubt the quintessential Edward Green shoe. Tales of its handsewn apron and reverse split toe are legendary and rightfully so. Each is sewn by expert craftsmen who use pigs bristles rather than metal needles.
The preparation of the thread itself is a major undertaking combining several long strands and bonding them with wax then splitting the end of the bristle and lashing the thread to it.
So much of what goes into finely crafted shoes is taken for granted. It’s difficult to appreciate the level of skill, time and artisan-ship it takes to produce a pair if you haven’t seen it first hand. It’s remarkable really that in today’s high tech, automated world there are products which are still made by way of tradition. Something’s are best left unchanged.
Here are several Dover’s, that we recently received for clients. All of which were made to order.
Chestnut Antique 82 Last, HAF Soles
Burgundy Antique/Mahogany Country Calf 82 Last, Single Soles
Coffee Suede 606 Last, Dainite Soles
Walnut Country Calf 606 Last, Dainite Soles
Edwardian Antique 606 Last, HAF Soles
Edwardian Antique/Almond Country Calf 606 Last, Dainite Soles
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We have received a re-order of our Beefroll penny loafer in Natural Chromexcel and a new Beefroll in Brown Chromexcel on a natural crepe soles. Both shoes are handsewn in Maine exclusively for Leffot.
These shoes are fully lined and feature moccasin construction a technique that ensures maximum flexibility and comfort.
Available in D width in whole and half sizes – 7.5 – 12
Beefroll, brown Chromexcel, Natural Crepe Soles – $460
Summer is here so why not slip into something a little more comfortable like a pair of our new Quoddy x Leffot Maliseet’s.
Handsewn in Maine made of Horween Chromexcel leather fully lined in deerskin, cushioned insoles and camp soles they are incredibly, lightweight, soft and flexible.
Quoddy deliveries have been extremely slow this season don’t miss this opportunity to pick up a pair while you can.
Maliseet, Brown Chromexcel, Deerskin Lining, Gum Camp Soles – Sold Out
Suede Chukkas boots are a staple of summer footwear. The Alden 1493 snuff suede chukkas are an excellent choice because they’re unlined, which makes them cool and comfortable.
These shoes feel like slippers form the moment you first slip them on. And unlike rubber sole chukkas the leather Flex Welt soles give this boot the added versatility of being slightly dressier.
1493 Leydon Last, Snuff Suede
The Wolverine 1000 Mile boots are still kicking and the Addison in Tan Inferno is an excellent color for summer.
Inferno is a leather produced by Horween Leather Company and is lightweight and supple. It develops a nice rich aged look with wear and conditioning.
In addition to the Addison we stock the Original 1000 Mile boots for men and women and the 721 LTD boot in Color 8 shell cordovan.
Addison W05343, Tan Inferno
Church’s Shoes of Northampton, England has produced these two made to order pairs for our clients. Both are heavily brogued wingtips, which we love on the Church’s classic 173 last.
What’s interesting about them is the two different materials; the white suede is very textural while the burgundy polished binder is smooth as glass. Both are handsome and timeless of course at different times of the year.
Chetwynd 173 Last, White Castoro Suede – MTO
Gatcombe 173 Last, Burgundy Polished Binder – MTO
Patent leather is the ultimate material when it comes to formal wear. But it can also be worn less formally and is a chic look for summer.
The Edward Green Holborn in black patent leather and cement soles is a lightweight and soft shoe that can do double duty this summer.
Holborn, 82 Last, Black Patent Leather, Cement Soles – Stock
We received a couple of made to order shoes by English shoemaker Alfred Sargent. They make beautiful shoes one pair at a time.
Carroll, AS53 Last, Burnished Espresso – MTO
Barrow, AS53 Last, British Racing Green – MTO
