Gerald braided leather loafers Men product image (primary)
Pair of low-profile braided leather penny loafers in a dark color; visible woven upper, penny strap across vamp, moc-toe stitching and low stacked sole.

Scarosso

Gerald Braided Leather Loafers Men

CA$750.00CAD
In Stock

The Gerald Braided Leather Loafers are men's slip-on penny loafers crafted with a hand-polished genuine calf leather upper featuring a braided pattern and a smooth leather penny strap. They are suitable for casual and business-casual occasions, with a leather sole, calf leather outsole and heel, and a low stacked heel. Made in Italy, each pair includes a branded shoehorn, signature storage box, and bag.

Material
Genuine calf leather
Gender
male
Style
classic, smart-casual
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Color

Chocolate/Espresso

Size

404142434445

Specifications

Hand-polished calf leather loafers with braided slanted pattern, made in Italy.

Genuine calf leather upper and lining, leather sole, braided design, includes branded shoehorn and signature storage box.

Material
Genuine calf leather
Style
classic, smart-casual
Occasion
everyday, business-casual, date-night
Gender
male
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Shoes

Additional Attributes

  • Hand-polished genuine calf leather upper
  • Calf leather lining
  • Leather sole
  • Calf leather outsole and heel
  • Braided leather upper in slanted pattern
  • Branded shoehorn included
  • Signature storage box and bag included
  • Made in Italy
  • Timeless silhouette

Product Insights

These handcrafted Italian loafers use full-wrap woven Blake-stitched calfskin that stretches for a custom fit, feature a unique hand-polished patina comparable to costly bespoke finishing, and are resoleable for extended wear—but their leather soles are porous and slippery on wet surfaces, limiting use to dry conditions.

Verified claims

Construction
Full-wrap woven Blake-stitched upper, handcrafted in Italy with curated calfskin, enables resoling and stands out from competitors.
Fit
Woven upper stretches for comfort; each shoe has a unique hand-polished patina.
Pricing
Priced at 750 CAD, above Scarosso's typical range, reflecting its artisanal construction.
Hand-polished patina
Hand-polished patina creates a unique aged, glossy finish, with depth comparable to $100+ custom patina services.
Resoleability
Resoleable via Blake stitch — shoes last longer than a single season.
Break-in
Leather sole molds to foot's contour over several wears, creating a custom fit.
Resoling
Blake construction allows sole replacement, preserving the custom footbed.
Weather suitability
Leather soles are porous and slippery on wet surfaces; best for dry conditions.
Breathability
Calfskin lining breathes and wicks moisture for comfortable barefoot wear.
Sole
Leather sole molds to foot and can be resoled via Blake construction, preserving fit.
Lining
Calfskin lining wicks moisture and breathes, reducing heel slip in warm weather.
Artisan origin
Handcrafted in Montegranaro, Italy, by artisans with 40+ years of expertise.
Materials
Calf leather upper, lining, and sole; hand-polished; sourced from Italy and France.
Craftsmanship
Hand-polished for unique patina; made in Italy’s Montegranaro region.
Wet traction
Leather sole works on dry surfaces; slips on wet and absorbs moisture.

Product record

Title
Gerald Braided Leather Loafers Men
Brand
Scarosso
Price
750 CAD
Availability
In stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Gerald braided leather loafers Men product image (primary)
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Product

Pair of low-profile braided leather penny loafers in a dark color; visible woven upper, penny strap across vamp, moc-toe stitching and low stacked sole.

  • Upper constructionLow-cut slip-on leather upper with an all-over basket-weave braided pattern on the vamp and sides.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.63 · w 0.40 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Penny strapHorizontal penny-style strap across the vamp with a smooth leather strip (no visible metal hardware).
    1 regionx 0.58 · y 0.68 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Toe and stitchingRounded moc-toe profile with visible apron stitching around the toe area.
    2 regionsx 0.50 · y 0.74 · w 0.40 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.72 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Sole and heelLow-profile black sole with a slightly raised stacked heel and a thin welt visible along the edge.
    2 regionsx 0.04 · y 0.80 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.82 · w 0.38 · h 0.12 (medium)
  • FinishLeather appears smooth with a low sheen; braided sections show slight texture contrast compared with smooth strap and piping.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Visible wear surfaceInner ankle and topline of shoes exposed showing bare skin between trousers and shoe opening.
    2 regionsx 0.46 · y 0.59 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.18 · y 0.68 · w 0.10 · h 0.06 (high)

Other

Lifestyle studio shot showing model legs in light-colored trousers standing on a polished gray floor against a light gray wall with soft directional lighting and cast shadows; a woven bag edge is visible at right.

  • Shot compositionCropped lifestyle image focused on lower legs and feet; shoes centered near bottom of frame.
  • Background and surfaceSmooth light-gray vertical wall with diagonal soft shadow bands and a polished mid-gray floor reflecting slight sheen.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.86 (low)
  • Clothing propModel wearing light beige trousers that cover the ankles and sit just above the shoe topline.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.06 · w 0.96 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Accessory propRight-edge woven bag or basket partially visible and cropped out of frame.Partial
    1 regionx 0.91 · y 0.44 · w 0.09 · h 0.49 (medium)
  • LightingSoft directional lighting from upper left creating gentle shadows and highlights on shoes and floor.

Colors

deep black· upper leather#231C1C
Gerald braided leather loafers Men product image 2
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Product

Rear three-quarter view of a pair of dark brown braided-leather loafers showing woven side panels, smooth heel counters with vertical seam, low stacked heels, and visible tan inner lining on a neutral background.

  • View and poseRear three-quarter view with the right shoe positioned closer to camera and the left shoe slightly behind and to the left.
    2 regionsx 0.38 · y 0.42 · w 0.56 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.48 · w 0.45 · h 0.37 (high)
  • Woven side upperFlattened braided/woven leather panels covering the lateral rear quarter of each shoe with diamond-like weave pattern and visible stitch lines at panel edges.
    2 regionsx 0.52 · y 0.36 · w 0.42 · h 0.38 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.48 · w 0.36 · h 0.33 (high)
  • Heel counter constructionSmooth leather heel counter panel with a single vertical stitch seam running up the center of the heel on each shoe.
    2 regionsx 0.59 · y 0.36 · w 0.22 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.48 · w 0.22 · h 0.33 (high)
  • Topline and pipingNarrow rolled topline with a thin welt or piping visible along the upper edge where the leather meets the interior lining.
    2 regionsx 0.56 · y 0.29 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.24 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Low stacked heel and soleLow stacked wooden-look heel and thin leather-rimmed sole with a slightly darker heel cap area on the outer edge.
    2 regionsx 0.40 · y 0.73 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.70 · w 0.45 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Interior lining colorSmooth tan interior lining visible inside the shoe openings.
    2 regionsx 0.63 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.17 · y 0.20 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Leather finishLeather has a low-sheen polished finish with slight highlights and fine natural grain visible on smooth panels.
    1 regionx 0.50 · y 0.40 · w 0.45 · h 0.40 (high)

Other

Studio-style image with neutral light gray background, soft shadow beneath shoes, and even studio lighting; image cropped above the shoes so top of openings are near upper third of frame.

  • Background and stagingPlain light gray background filling the frame with soft diffuse shadow beneath the shoes indicating studio lighting.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Composition and croppingShoes centered on lower half of image, right shoe cropped slightly more prominently; top portion of image contains empty space.
    1 regionx 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Image qualitySharp focus on shoe surfaces with clear texture and stitching detail; minimal reflections and even exposure.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.60 (high)

Colors

dark brown· woven upper and smooth leather panels#392E2Bmedium brown· stacked heel and sole edge#413B36tan· interior lining
Gerald braided leather loafers Men product image 3
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Product

Top-down view of a pair of woven leather penny loafers in dark brown with tan leather insoles; visible braided upper, penny strap with a central decorative cutout, and stitched moc-toe apron.

  • Upper constructionWoven leather (braided) pattern covering the vamp and sides of both shoes, forming a grid of interlaced leather strips.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.43 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.05 · w 0.43 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Penny strapSmooth leather strap across the vamp on each shoe with a geometric central cutout and visible stitching where the strap meets the upper.
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.21 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.21 · w 0.26 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Moc-toe apron and stitchingRaised stitched apron outlining the toe area on each shoe with visible seam that follows the vamp contour.
    2 regionsx 0.06 · y 0.05 · w 0.43 · h 0.25 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.05 · w 0.43 · h 0.25 (high)
  • Insole material and colorSmooth tan leather insole visible inside both shoes, contrasting with the darker upper.
    2 regionsx 0.14 · y 0.52 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.52 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Outsole and heel edgeVisible dark brown welt and outsole edge running around the perimeter of each shoe, slightly raised at the heel.
    2 regionsx 0.03 · y 0.03 · w 0.46 · h 0.94 (medium); x 0.51 · y 0.03 · w 0.46 · h 0.94 (medium)
  • Insole embossingEmbossed text running along the heel area of each insole, faint but present.Partial
    2 regionsx 0.18 · y 0.64 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.60 · y 0.64 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (medium)

Other

Studio top-down product shot on a neutral light gray background with even lighting and soft shadows beneath the shoes; image is tightly cropped around the pair and centered.

  • Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing both shoes side by side with toes toward top of frame and heels toward bottom.
  • Background and lightingUniform light gray background with soft diffuse lighting producing gentle shadows under the shoes and subtle highlights on the leather.
  • Image qualityHigh resolution and sharp focus across the shoes; no visible noise or motion blur.

Colors

dark brown· braided upper and penny strap#352C2Atan· insole#CEA975

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/men-footwear/designers/gerald-braided-leather-loafers-men--22980-261641?colourId=0
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