Disclaimer - Cavalry shoes made of deerskin? It was inevitably a test for Jonathan and his haughty prose. All joking aside, those little shoes were really pretty!
Finding the right shoe for you is a delicate exercise in which the size/width/height equation rarely produces the expected result. But with new online personalized shoemaking services, things could change.
Scarosso offers customizable shoes respecting the know-how of Italy where the brand was born. Let's test.
First step: choose the model (Jodhpur boots)
Arriving on the site, you have the choice between different models: the Oxford, the Tassel Loafer, the Chelsea and the Jodhpur.
My choice fell on the Jodhpur, a boot which, originally used for riders, has the particularity of being equipped with straps. This uniqueness makes them less strict than Chelsea shoes, allowing them to be worn as well with chinos as with a suit.
Jodhpurs remain a good alternative for all those who want to keep control of their budget: since shoes cannot afford to make any missteps, otherwise they risk distorting an entire outfit, it is necessary to invest in quality.
This quality has a cost, it is better to have a beautiful pair of shoes that you can wear on several occasions than several entry-level pairs.
Second step: choose the leather (deerskin)
On Scarosso, three types of leather are available: calf, deer or suede. For my Jodhpur, I opted for a deerskin leather which has the advantage of being as original as it is practical: grained, it is less fragile than smooth leathers, the impacts and small scratches that time inflicts on it are less visible. .
If anyone is reluctant to take the plunge of leather shoes, I will reassure them by telling them that I have never had the slightest blister with mine, even after wearing them for hours.
Third step: choose the color
When it comes to color, it's all a matter of personal taste. Just run away from black, maybe a bit classic. Since the color of the lining is also customizable, if you are afraid of a false connection between exterior and interior, perhaps avoid the red lining which is bolder than the other shades.
This combination of colors remains soft as a baby duck.
So, don't fall into the infernal combination of choosing black and red simultaneously: aim for more subtle pigments.
To avoid !
Step four: choose the sole seams
Two types of sewing are available to assemble the shoe and the sole: single sewing and double sewing. Double stitching is 20 euros more expensive but remains a worthwhile investment in the long term.
Simple sewing.
Double stitching.
However, despite the double stitching, after a while, it is recommended to go to a shoemaker to have them resoled in order to ensure a longer lifespan. Maintaining your shoes is not optional!
However, although I have never done it before, I have not encountered the slightest problem so far. This differs from the majority of other shoes with which I have neglected to visit a professional, and where, even on models costing more than 300 euros, I very quickly regretted my negligence.
Step five: choose the size
For sizes, a very precise guide is available with a page of advice for measuring your foot correctly. Take the time to do things according to the rules of the art because having a shoe in your size avoids some of the initial pain that leather shoes can inflict on our little men's feet.
A good shoe is one that fits your foot perfectly. Here, since it is you who take your measurements, there are normally no problems. No problem for me either in the transcription of this data at the time of the production of the shoes in the workshop, and where the measurements given seem to have been taken literally, hence the absolute need to be rigorous .
Step Six: Wear the Shoes
Our model ordered, all that remained was to wait for said pair. Arriving in a pretty box, when you opened it, there was a velvet bag stamped with the name of the brand.
At first glance, my gaze lingered on the quality of the leather used. It is indeed worked cleanly and with care. And without assuming that the opinions of others count, sometimes quite the contrary, the unanimity met with by the shoes was still a first guarantee of quality.
This has not been denied. Since then, I have spent peaceful days in my seven-league boots, and from work to evenings, from asphalt to grass, they have never failed me, always taking my foot in these shoes which keep my feet looking good despite the tribulations that my daily life inflicts on them.
Just anticipate: leather has a smell, and if you're a little hot, the girl you've just brought home may not necessarily appreciate the scent of it when you take off the shoes you're wearing. however, she had complimented him a few minutes before.
In a few words
Scarosso offers very good value for money. The site makes the creation process intuitive and allows you to consider the different options with discernment. However, remember to have your feet on the ground. Shoes remain a determining element of your outfits. So be sure to take advantage of this type of service to first obtain the shoe that best suits your needs if they are not all met.
Afterwards, make up your mind, and move on to personalized or tailor-made shoes, without forgetting that if you properly maintain shoes of this quality, they will last for years. The most difficult thing will ultimately be choosing the pair that is best suited to you among all the alternatives offered.
