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These classic tassel loafers come from Nico Nerini, a family-run shoemaker that’s been in business for 45 years. Each pair is handcrafted in India using Italian full-grain leather Read More
I got these a while ago, but have just started wearing them now that summer is here. They fit well, and feel really comfy. The leather looks great, and overall it's a great casual shoe. I would definitely buy this brand again!
I’m actually pretty impressed with these loafers. Overall nice styling and quality for the price.
Style - I'm a big fan of tassel loafers, so perhaps I'm a bit biased, but I think these are really nice looking. The toe shape is a nice almond shape, perhaps a bit elongated. The vamp is rather high - a bit higher than I'd like but its usually hidden anyway (under trousers). I think they could be worn dress casual as well as with less formal suits.
Quality - They are goodyear welted, but appear to have a 270 rather than 360 goodyear welt. The stitching looks pretty even throughout and I haven't noticed any flaws with the leather or lasting. The leather is decent, supposedly Italian full grain. I assume that's where costs were cut (and labor, given they were made in India), but its not overly stiff, shiny, or plasticky. These are the Cognac color and appear to just be the tan with extra burnishing with darker polishes. In some places its more noticeable, particularly around stitching, edges, etc. But its a nice mid-brown color with a hint of reddish tint. The cognac would look really nice with light to mid-grey and mid-blue trousers.
Sizing/Fit - I got these in my usual dress shoe size, and they fit true to size, if perhaps a bit narrow (but I don't have wide feet). They were initially snug across the vamp and around my pinky toe, but have loosened up as I've broken them in. The heel is a bit wide, so I suspect I'll always deal with a bit of heel slip. However, I don't think going down a size would have been possible. They’re pretty comfortable. The insole has a piece of foam under it, so these would be good for those with a higher arch looking for support.