Side-Gore Slip-On Shoes
At first glance, these may resemble boots, but they possess the unique balance and proportion of a refined low-cut shoe.
Crafted using OLD JOE's original last, the design features a shortened toe allowance and a subtly tapered round toe. This results in a silhouette that’s neither overly sharp nor clunky—an impeccably balanced form with understated elegance.
Leather Selection
Particular attention has been paid to the choice of leather.
Italian horsebutt leather blends seamlessly into both dressy and heritage-inspired looks,
while the UK suede option features a short nap, offering a crisp and composed appearance.
A truly versatile shoe, it adapts to a variety of personal styles.
Material: Traditional Italian Real Vacchetta Leather
One of the most outstanding features of this shoe is the Real Vacchetta leather tanned by Badalassi Carlo, a renowned Italian tannery established in 1967.
Crafted using traditional vegetable tanning methods, the leather is slowly saturated with beef tallow—a time-intensive process that disregards efficiency in favor of quality.
This results in leather rich in oil and depth, offering a truly luxurious texture and feel.
Thanks to this artisanal tanning method, the leather develops a beautiful luster and patina over time—maturing with each wear.
Its versatility also shines through: depending on how you care for it, the shoe can appear either polished and dressy or rugged and casual.
Fit & Sizing
A staff member who typically wears size 27.5cm in sneakers found that 26.5cm in this model provided a perfect fit.
The slip-on design ensures a secure feel without sacrificing comfort.
If this is your first time trying this model, we highly recommend checking the detailed sizing chart before making your selection.
Aging Process
Worn 3 months, approximately 4 times per week, with zero maintenance—
the leather already shows signs of a rich and evolving character that only gets better with time.
