Ruched Wood-Grain Derby Shoes

"Pleated" Aesthetics: Breaking free from the rigid flatness typical of traditional leather footwear, the handcrafted pleats on the upper create dynamic interplay of light and shadow, endowing the pure black leather with rich visual depth.

"Wood-Grain" Heel: Featuring a heel with a distinct wood-grain texture, this design harmonizes the natural warmth of wood with urban sophistication—not only enhancing the shoe's distinctiveness but also exuding an understated sense of luxury.

"Explorer" Silhouette: Combining a bold, angular square-toe profile with soft, folded details, this silhouette strikes a perfect balance between ruggedness and elegance, perfectly embodying the brand's core ethos of "exploring the unknown."

Stitchdown construction featuring a folded edge—more precisely termed *Skived & Folded Stitchdown*—involves a specific process: the lower edge of the upper is first skived (thinned), then coated with adhesive and folded inward or outward. This technique conceals the raw edge, which is then hammered flat to create a clean, smooth finish.
• Folded-Edge Stitchdown Construction

• Wrapped-Edge Outsole Stitching / • Results in a cleaner edge with no exposed raw fibers;

• The junction between the upper and the sole is firmer and more rigid, making it less prone to curling or lifting;

• The leather edge exhibits greater abrasion resistance and prevents raw edges from rubbing against or irritating the foot.