Product Details
- Rich European cordovan calfskin and soft deerskin
- Fashion bal (balmoral) oxford construction
- Injected comfort insole
- Full leather sole
- Handmade in Spain
- Statement blue tone
- SKU: POSTDAM 16409 BLUE
Note that the Postdam fits generously - order a half size down if you typically fall between sizes.
Blue dress shoes are the move for the man who wants his formalwear to be noticed without breaking from a classic silhouette. The Mezlan Postdam is a fashion bal oxford - the closed-lacing balmoral construction that reads sharper and more formal than a standard derby - built from rich European cordovan-finished calfskin combined with soft deerskin panels for a two-material depth that a flat blue leather can-t deliver. An injected comfort insole and full leather sole keep the comfort and craftsmanship consistent, and the whole shoe is handmade in Spain.
At $350, the Postdam offers genuine European leather and real handcraft for meaningfully less than comparable balmoral oxfords from luxury brands ($475-$625). Pair it tonally with a navy suit for a subtle, elevated look, or let it stand out against grey or neutral tailoring.
FAQs
Q: What is the Mezlan Postdam blue dress shoe made of?
A: The Postdam features a combination upper of rich European cordovan-finished calfskin and soft deerskin in blue, an injected comfort insole, and a full leather sole. It-s handmade in Spain.
Q: What is a bal (balmoral) oxford, and how is it different from a derby?
A: A balmoral oxford uses closed lacing, where the eyelet facings are stitched under the vamp, creating a sleeker, more formal look than a derby-s open-laced construction.
Q: Does the Mezlan Postdam run true to size?
A: No - the Postdam runs generously. Mezlan and Arrowsmith Shoes recommend ordering a half size down if you typically fall between two sizes.
Q: What should I wear with blue dress shoes like the Postdam?
A: Blue dress shoes pair well with navy suits for a tonal look, or with grey and neutral tailoring for a more contrasting, statement finish.
Q: What width options are available for the blue Postdam?
A: The blue colorway is available in Medium width, sizes 7 through 15 (including half sizes).