Charook Oxford – Handmade Leather Lace-Ups, Cognac

The only lace-up in the range: a flat Oxford in cognac that brings Charook's hand-stitched construction into an office-ready shape.

The vamp seam runs across the instep and the eyelets are set close together, so the shoe can be laced tight. A fine red welt separates upper from sole and the yellow sole seam stays visible — both details you normally only see on welted shoes. Inside sits pale leather that takes on the print of the foot over time. Works with a suit and chinos as readily as with jeans.

Material

The shoe is 100 % leather: a buffalo-leather outsole, a lamb-leather lining and a goat-leather outer shell. The leather is untreated and natural. Goat leather lets the feet breathe, so no bad odours build up and the foot stays cool — which is why these shoes stay comfortable over long days.

Fit and size

Natural leather stretches slightly over the first few days and moulds to your foot. We recommend your usual size; go up one if you have a high instep or a wide foot. The sole is flat and flexible — you feel the ground without giving up a protective layer of leather.

Care

The leather is untreated and natural. Wipe off dust with a dry, soft cloth and work in a colourless leather conditioner from time to time. Never machine wash and never dry on a radiator — let the shoes air at room temperature.

At a glance

• Upper: Goat leather
• Lining: Lamb leather
• Outsole: Buffalo leather
• Colour: Brown
• Construction: Hand-stitched, visible sole seam
• Closure: Lacing with eyelets
• Sizes: EU 35–47
• Ships from: Basel, Switzerland