Built on the W2298 last, the James features a sleek, city-appropriate profile that provides a close, tailored fit through the waist and heel. The design is elevated by a prominent hand-stitched apron and a unique split-toe detail, giving the loafer a distinctive, architectural character that stands out from more conventional slip-on styles.

Chocolate Repello Suede: Performance & Depth engineered to maintain its luxury appearance even through frequent use.

• Rich Chocolate Hue: This deep, espresso-brown tone offers a sophisticated, grounded aesthetic that pairs exceptionally well with navy tailoring or earth-toned casual wear.

• Pre-Tanned Protection: The suede is treated with a specialized protector during the tanning process, ensuring the fibres are resistant to water and stains while retaining their soft, velvet-like nap.

• Natural Durability: Despite its soft handle, the full-grain integrity of the hide ensures long-term structural resilience and breathability.

Technical Build: The Lightweight Foundation To evolve the James for modern seasonal wear, we have utilised a high-performance technical sole unit.

• Vibram Vi-Lite Sole: This edition is grounded by a Vibram Vi-Lite sole, an expanded rubber compound that delivers the rugged aesthetic of a heavy commando tread with a "featherweight" feel.

• Exceptional Cushioning: The Vi-Lite material provides superior shock absorption and slip resistance, making it ideal for those who require all-day comfort during extended city walking.

• Goodyear Construction: Fully Goodyear welted in our Northampton factory, ensuring a watertight bond and the ability for the shoe to be fully recrafted over its lifetime.