I have always loved the idea of a suede wholecut oxford. Its oxymoronic nature always appealed to me. I don’t often wear wholecut oxfords in calfskin for their higher level of formality. But I do love to have that blend between this dressy shoe model and a more casual shoe material. It creates the perfect balance, for me, for ‘dressing-up suede.’ I love suede as a shoe material (especially as I get older and lazier) and like to wear it with suits. Since the wholecut is the ultimate suit model I find that the suede wholecut is the perfect pairing for what some might seem as a pointless idea. But for me, it makes great sense.
Maybe as the world gets less formal, it will start to make sense for more people. This version by Paolo Scafora is a real beauty. Never have I seen it done with Norwegian stitching and I find it quite intriguing. But with that contrast stitch, I find it very appealing to the more casual side of me that likes to wear my dress shoes with jeans, a roll neck sweater, and a jacket. My one and only gripe is that I wish he did it on an almond shape last as I prefer that with suede. But nevertheless, it is a real beauty.
Learn more here: www.paoloscaforanapoli.com
I wear size 14 so what is the price in cdn dollars
You would have to ask Paolo Scafora who makes and sells the shoes. The link is at the bottom of the writing of the blog
Soo Beautifull….
Thank you for sharing!
i love it.looks very sexy and attractive to me.
Thank you for sharing!
Funny how every time I’m looking for guidance, I end up here or on your Youtube channel. I found a FANTASTIC deal online for a pair of Ferragamo Tramezzas, but I was slightly hesitant. They’re a suede (tobacco-ish) whole cut, with a 360° welt, and a chunky (lug) sole. I liked the thought of them, but didn’t know what to do, if I should pass on the opportunity or get them an expand my lane of options. I usually wear either loafers, sneakers or sandals lol. Where I live you rarely use any other type of shoe other than the odd trip to a nearby city. I wish I could post a picture, because they are truly gorgeous.
I read your take on the Paolo Scafora’s and ended up pulling the trigger on the shoes. I got them to experiment, and I don’t regret it. It was a win win either way, getting a pair of wholecut Tramezzas for $240 USD was a steal (I live in MX and they’re easily $1,200-1,500 USD normally). It’s impressive to realize that this article is 3 years old and you were right on the money. People are becoming less and less formal, and this type of shoes have made some people want to explore the world of wholecuts, but then they realize what a beauty they have in their hands and start opting for a more traditional wholecut.
I’ve commented before on your blog, and you are always responsive something I really appreciate. I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, thank you for being “The shoe snob” and guiding people in a very complicated world.
I am glad that Google is favoring me 😉 And thank you for sharing and all of your kind words and support! Tremezza’s at $240! That is a steal!