About this product
- Upper: Hand-woven black aniline leather
- Airflow: The woven upper breathes better than solid leather
- Sole: A flexible rubber sole for steady, comfortable steps
- Lining and insole: Breathable leather lining over a cushioned leather insole
- Construction: Hand-stitched, with a lightweight slip-on build
- Fit: Runs true to size in a standard width.
- Origin: Handcrafted in Istanbul, Turkey, by Sigotto Uomo
- 5771 BLACK
The Sigotto Uomo 5771 is a men's slip-on loafer in black aniline leather, hand-woven into a textured pattern that lets air move through the upper. It has a breathable leather lining, a cushioned leather insole and a flexible rubber sole, and it is hand-stitched and handcrafted in Istanbul, Turkey. It runs true to size in a standard width and comes in US sizes 8 through 13.
Craftsmanship
Sigotto Uomo handcrafts its whole collection in Istanbul, and the 5771 is hand-stitched. The upper is premium aniline leather, a minimally treated leather that keeps the hide's natural surface and is valued for its softness and the character it develops with wear. It is hand-woven into a textured pattern that adds depth without pulling focus. The weave also lets more air through than a solid upper, making the shoe lighter on the foot while still holding a more structured look than a fully casual style. Underneath, a flexible rubber sole keeps every step steady and comfortable. Inside, a cushioned leather insole and a breathable leather lining hold up to daily wear. As with all natural leather, small variations in tone and texture are part of the material's character.
Heritage
Woven leather has a long history in Mediterranean shoemaking, valued for its texture and for keeping the foot cool in warm weather. Aniline leather has an equally long reputation among shoemakers, because its light finish lets the natural grain show and age well. The 5771 brings the two together in a loafer built for everyday ease.
Styling
The 5771 is a loafer that never needs to be styled around. Wear it with dark denim or chinos and a polo or knit on the weekend, or with gray or black trousers and an open-collar shirt for a smart-casual office. The black keeps it easy to pair, and the weave keeps it from looking severe. It is especially comfortable in warm weather, worn with no-show socks or bare ankles.
FAQs
Does the Sigotto Uomo black woven leather loafer run true to size?
Yes. Order your usual size. It comes in a standard width, in US 8 through 12 with half sizes, plus a 13. There is no 12.5.
What is aniline leather?
Aniline leather is a premium, minimally treated leather that keeps the hide's natural surface visible. It is valued for its softness and the character it develops with wear.
Where is it made?
Sigotto Uomo hand-stitches and handcrafts it in Istanbul, Turkey.
Does the woven upper affect durability?
No. The hand-woven leather is made for both flexibility and strength, so it holds up to regular, everyday wear.
Can it be dressed up?
Yes, to a point. It leans smart-casual, but the black finish lets it work with tailored trousers and an open-collar shirt.
Does it need breaking in?
Very little. The soft aniline leather, woven upper and flexible sole are comfortable from the first wear.
How should I care for woven aniline leather?
Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth and keep water out of the weave. Condition it now and then with a light cream made for aniline leather, applied sparingly so it does not build up between the strands.
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