Product Details
- Genuine deerskin leather in rich burgundy
- Double gore elastic side panels
- Cushioned insole + full leather lining
- Reinforced outsole
- Precision Italian stitching
- Handmade in Europe
- Next Day and 2nd Day Air Available
- SKU: 7779 BORDO
The Mario Manzoni Burgundy Double Gore Slip-On Dress Shoe brings a shot of color to a shoe built like a classic. The upper is genuine deerskin leather in a deep burgundy that adds warmth and personality without tipping into flashy, and deerskin's natural softness means the shoe adapts to the foot faster than a typical dress shoe leather. Elastic gores set into both sides of the upper stretch as you step in, giving you a snug, no-lace fit that's ready to go the moment you put it on.
Underneath the color is genuinely serious construction: a full leather lining, a cushioned insole, and a reinforced outsole built to handle long office hours or a full day of travel. Precision Italian stitching finishes the shoe with the kind of detail that holds up under close inspection, and every pair is handmade in Europe by skilled artisans.
Burgundy pairs especially well with navy, charcoal, and medium grey tailoring, where it adds contrast without breaking the formality of the outfit - finish the look with a burgundy or dark leather belt for continuity. Because it's genuine leather, expect natural, minor variations in tone and texture between pairs; that's part of the character of the hide, not a flaw.
FAQs
1. Is burgundy too bold a color for business dress shoes?
Not at all. Burgundy sits close enough to traditional dress shoe colors like black and brown that it reads as sophisticated rather than flashy, and it pairs easily with navy, charcoal, and grey suits.
2. What is a double gore slip-on dress shoe?
It's a lace-free dress shoe with elastic panels, called gores, built into both sides of the upper. The elastic stretches to let your foot in, then holds the shoe snug for a secure, comfortable fit without laces.
3. Are double gore slip-ons comfortable for all-day wear?
Yes. The cushioned insole and naturally soft deerskin leather help reduce pressure points, which makes them a practical choice for long office hours or travel days.
4. What color pants and suits go with burgundy dress shoes?
Burgundy shoes pair well with navy, charcoal, and medium grey tailoring, plus dress trousers and structured blazers - a burgundy or dark leather belt helps tie the color together.
5. Do Mario Manzoni burgundy double gore shoes run true to size?
Yes, this style runs true to size - if you normally wear an 8, order an 8.
6. Will the color vary between pairs since it's genuine leather?
Yes. Because the upper is genuine deerskin leather, slight variations in tone and texture between pairs are normal and are considered part of the leather's natural character, not a defect.