This black penny loafer in fully-dyed calfskin impresses with a modern, charismatic look. The Goodyear welting production method ensures that this fresh take on a classic slip-on shoe is extremely long-lasting.
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N° 750 details
Until the early 1960s the loafer was exclusively reserved for leisure activities; since that time, however, this modern descendant of the moccasin has been taking American and Italian metropolises by storm. None other than John F. Kennedy numbered among its celebrity supporters. Goodyear-welted and meticulously handcrafted, this penny loafer in black reflects the new style consciousness of the modern gentleman.
JFK’s favourite – the penny loafer in black
No. 750 is made of the finest fully-dyed black calfskin, and is accentuated by a U-shaped vamp insert. This model is primarily distinguished by the strap running across the instep; back in the day, college students would tuck a lucky penny into this strap before taking important exams. This penny loafer in black is also a breathable full-leather shoe in that the lining, insole, outsole, and heel are all made of first-class cowhide. Moreover, an added cork filler between the insole and outsole creates a personalized footbed.
Due to its short shaft height the penny loafer is generally considered less »dressy« than a classic lace-up shoe. Nevertheless, shoes such as No. 720 are no longer limited to leisure activities. In his time, John F. Kennedy liked to combine his penny loafers with chinos. He finished the look with a light sports jacket and a plain polo shirt—and, of course, he wore his penny loafers without socks. These black penny loafers are comfortable slip-on shoes that work well with suits; they can readily be worn to work at relatively informal offices.
Loafer
These comfortable slip-on shoes were invented at the turn of the 20th century and are considered offshoots of moccasins. While, like the moccasin, the loafer features a shaft that is sealed at the top with a vamp insert, this type of shoe differs from its predecessor by also featuring a thin leather outsole and a heel.
Modern Last
This last is characterised by a very thin and sharply pointed toe. The middle portion is dominated by strong curves that taper towards the counter. Ideal for those with low insteps and average-width feet.
French Calf
This shoe’s upper boasts premium, medium-soft calfskin. The technical term for this type of leather is ‘French calf.’ This type of leather is known for its flexibility, fine texture, and soft grain.
General information about our loafers
Goodyear-Welted
The gold standard when it comes to shoe manufacturing. Goodyear welting is a painstaking process that involves stitching the shaft and outsole to a thin strip of leather. Shoes made this way are extremely stable, durable, breathable, and easy to repair.
Handcrafted
Mass-produced shoes are glued together on assembly lines. All of our premium, full-leather shoes, on the other hand, are handcrafted to the finest standards of quality. You can see and feel the difference.
Full-Leather Shoes
The high quality of these shoes is reflected in their high leather content. Their uppers, lining, insoles, and outsoles are made from the finest leather. They even have leather heels, made by painstakingly stacking thin layers of leather on top of one another.
Construction
These shoes consist of roughly 65 separate parts. They took about 210 steps to assemble. We rely upon premium materials and traditional production methods to ensure that our footwear is of the absolute highest quality.
Gentleman's Corner
These shoes come equipped with a so-called "gentleman's corner". This is a small notch cut from the inside corner of the heel. This has a practical purpose—it prevents your trouser leg from catching on your shoe.
Breathable
This shoe boasts a high proportion of leather, and has been assembled without the use of adhesive bonding—both of these factors ensure proper air circulation and prevent moisture from penetrating the surface. Dry, well-ventilated feet are healthy feet.
Delivery Content
Of course, our focus is on your new pair of shoes. But to underline our passion for our products, we enclose a few extras in your shipment. We hope that sparks your excitement about your new footwear.
Shoebox
Our passion for our products is reflected in their packaging. All of our shoes come in an elegant black shoebox emblazoned with the SHOEPASSION.com logo. Said shoebox is easy to open, thanks to a special opening on the side, and comes with a note on our philosophy.
Shoe Bag
These shoes come stored inside two shoe bags, packed into a shoebox. Shoe bags are a great way to maintain their condition—they protect your footwear from soiling and scratching. They also let you transport your shoes in style.
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Made in EU
While most of our peers in the shoe industry are still unable to guarantee shoes that are »made in the EU«, we’re able to prove that our shoes are just that. We use leather from France and Germany, manufacture our shoes in Spain, and run distribution and logistics in Germany—our shoes are 100% made in Europe.
Environmentally sustainable
For many companies, all that matters are the profits; they fail to take notice of the disastrous conditions under which hides are taken in Bangladesh, or shoes are manufactured in China. We turn instead to traditional European tanneries and Spanish craftsmanship, to the benefit of man and nature alike.
Pricing
Our promise: since you’re purchasing directly from the manufacturer, you’re spared the typical high margins. You’re also spared the additional cost of paying for a brand name. Thanks to our advantageous wide reach and our low cost structure, we’re able to offer sensationally low prices.
Transparency
From the provenance and treatment of the leather we use, to the conditions in our Spanish factory, to delivery with our logistics partner, we don’t leave any stone unturned. We provide copious, transparent information on every step in our supply chain.
Our team
SHOEPASSION.com was founded by a pair of shoe lovers, and each and every employee focuses on satisfying our shoe-loving customers. Whether it’s graphic design, sales, marketing, editorial, or customer service, we handle all aspects of our business internally, ensuring our total control over all processes. We’re also owner-managed.
Your feedback
Your opinion is important to us; that’s how we define our business. If you’d like to express your satisfaction with our products and services, let us know. You can read reviews from other customers as well as experts in the shoe industry on the SHOEPASSION.com site. Your satisfaction is our top priority!
The values we live by
Lots of brands are quick to conceal the production methods behind their products, as well as the origins of the materials they use. We, on the other hand, have nothing to hide. From the very beginning, our products have been »Made in the EU«, in the classic sense. As such, we treat both our fellow man and the natural environment in a way that’s ecologically sustainable and ethically responsible. Each step on our supply chain is entirely transparent for you to see—that’s a promise we’re happy to stand by.
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