Product Details
- Genuine alligator upper in black
- Classic penny loafer with apron toe
- Injected memory-foam comfort-cushion insole
- Durable full leather outsole
- The most versatile Piccolo colorway
- Genuine exotic-leather investment piece
- SKU: PICCOLO 4954-J BLACK
- Handmade in Spain
Note that the Piccolo runs ever-so-slightly snug - order a half size up if you fall between sizes.
Black alligator is one of the most quietly powerful materials in men's footwear - understated enough to wear anywhere, rare enough that the people who know, know. The Mezlan Piccolo builds a classic penny loafer entirely from genuine alligator, letting the skin's bold, symmetrical scale pattern show through even in black, a texture and depth that flat calfskin simply can't deliver. An apron toe gives the silhouette a fuller, more architectural profile, while an injected memory-foam comfort-cushion insole and a durable full leather outsole keep the fit and craftsmanship consistent from top to bottom.
Handmade in Spain, the Piccolo is priced right in line with genuine crocodile loafers from luxury houses, despite using alligator - generally regarded as the rarer, more prized skin. This is the loafer for the man building a genuine exotic-leather collection, worn with a tailored suit for black-tie or dressed down with dark trousers for elevated business-casual.
FAQs
Q: What is the Mezlan Piccolo Black loafer made of?
A: The Piccolo is a genuine alligator penny loafer with an apron toe, featuring an injected memory-foam insole and a full leather outsole. It's handmade in Spain.
Q: How is alligator leather different from crocodile leather?
A: Alligator skin features a bold, more symmetrical and uniform scale pattern compared to crocodile, which tends to have a more irregular pattern. Alligator is generally considered rarer and more prized in exotic leather goods.
Q: Is the black Piccolo appropriate for black-tie events?
A: Yes. The genuine alligator upper and classic penny loafer silhouette make it a striking, formal-appropriate choice for black-tie and formal business occasions.
Q: Does the Mezlan Piccolo run true to size?
A: No - the Piccolo runs ever-so-slightly snug. Mezlan and Arrowsmith Shoes recommend ordering a half size up if you typically fall between two sizes.
Q: How does the Piccolo compare in price to other genuine alligator loafers?
A: At $1,295, the Piccolo is priced in line with genuine crocodile penny loafers from brands, despite alligator generally being considered a rarer, more prized exotic skin.