"The Leaf Strap Derby, was based out of my desire for a more formally conservative shoe, that fits an everyday casual look. The light sandy Vachetta is seen almost daily in many fine leather goods but rarely in the main portion of the shoes. And like many of my designs, the ideas of contradicatory themes play a role in the composition of the shoe. Always with 2 equally powerful spaces of contrast leathers make up the design and functionaltity of the shoe. The Leaf Strap derby was inspired by an american look with an international appeal. The shoe has a singular strap that is sectioned into two sets of closures for opening and closing the front of the shoe. The shoes side quarters are actually elasticised on the back making it easy to simply "slip on" and avoid the closures. Although the classic shapes and lines are present in the shoes design, the ultility of the shoe is at a modern point of view."
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