Product Details
- Classic cap toe dress derby
- Hi-shine calfskin and textured calf combination
- Injected memory foam comfort-cushion insole
- Durable full leather sole
- Handmade in Spain
- Grey colorway offers a modern alternative
- SKU: CAPELLO 21744 GREY
Grey gives the Capello's dual-texture construction its most contemporary reading. The formula holds steady - hi-shine calfskin defining the cap toe, textured calf adding depth across the quarters - but the cool grey tone pulls the shoe away from traditional dress-derby territory and into something more suited to modern tailoring. It's the version of the Capello for men who reach for charcoal and mid-grey suiting as often as navy.
Comfort remains non-negotiable regardless of colorway: an injected memory foam comfort-cushion insole absorbs the day's mileage, and a durable full leather sole is built for genuine longevity rather than a single season. Handmade in Spain, the Capello reflects Mezlan's broader approach to this style - updating a classic silhouette with a strong, elegant stance while keeping the construction entirely traditional.
Grey is an easy match for charcoal, mid-grey, and even navy suiting - a derby that expands rather than repeats what's already in a well-dressed man's closet.
FAQs
Q: What is the Mezlan Capello made of?
A: The Capello combines hi-shine calfskin with textured calf leather on the upper, paired with an injected memory foam comfort-cushion insole and a durable full leather sole.
Q: What type of shoe is the Capello - an oxford or a derby?
A: The Capello is a classic cap-toe dress derby, distinguished by its open lacing where the vamp is stitched on top of the quarters.
Q: Is the Mezlan Capello handmade?
A: Yes. Like all Mezlan footwear, the Capello is handmade in Spain using traditional Spanish shoemaking techniques.
Q: What occasions suit a grey cap-toe derby like the Capello?
A: Grey works well for both business and smart-casual settings, pairing naturally with charcoal and mid-grey suiting as well as navy tailoring for a more contemporary look than standard black or brown.
Q: What makes the Capello's upper different from a standard leather dress derby?
A: The Capello combines two calfskin finishes - a hi-shine calfskin cap and a textured calf on the quarters - giving it visual contrast and depth that a single-material leather upper doesn't have.
Q: Is the sole leather or rubber?
A: The Capello has a durable full leather sole, which offers breathability and can be professionally resoled over time.