- Upper: Genuine leather with a crocodile-embossed finish in striking green
- Closure: A single monk strap and buckle across the instep, in place of laces
- Sole: A durable, flexible rubber sole
- Insole and lining: Cushioned leather insole and a fully leather-lined interior
- Construction: Hand-stitched, with a structured dress-shoe shape
- Fit: Runs true to size in a standard width.
- Origin: Handcrafted in Istanbul, Turkey, by Sigotto Uomo
- SKU 6709 GREEN
The Sigotto Uomo 6709 in green is a men's single monk strap dress shoe in genuine leather embossed with a crocodile texture and finished in a striking green. It has a fully leather-lined interior, a cushioned leather insole and a flexible rubber sole, and it is handcrafted and hand-stitched in Istanbul, Turkey. It runs true to size in a standard width and comes in US sizes 8 through 13.
Craftsmanship
Sigotto Uomo handcrafts its whole collection in Istanbul, and each pair of the 6709 is hand-stitched. The upper is genuine leather embossed with a crocodile texture that shifts and catches the light with every step, adding depth beneath the green finish. A single strap and buckle close across the instep, and the structured dress-shoe shape keeps the color looking considered rather than costume-like. Underneath, a durable rubber sole brings an easy, flexible step to a dress shoe. Inside, a cushioned leather insole and a fully leather-lined interior keep the fit comfortable through a full day at the office or a night out that runs late. As with all natural leather, small variations in grain and tone are part of the material's character.
Heritage
The monk strap takes its name from the buckled shoes once worn by European monks, and it has long held a particular place in a well-dressed man's rotation: more considered than a plain oxford, more disciplined than a loafer. The single monk is the original version, with one clean strap across the instep. The 6709 in green keeps that classic form and pairs it with a color that offers a bold alternative to traditional black or brown.
Styling
The green 6709 is a dress shoe with personality, and it works best against dark or neutral tones. Wear it with a black, charcoal or navy suit, and let the shoe provide the contrast. It suits formal and semi-formal settings and fashion-forward events where a little more character is welcome. Keep the rest of the outfit restrained, and pair it with fine socks in charcoal or navy.
FAQs
Does the Sigotto Uomo green monk strap shoe run true to size?
Yes. Order your usual size. It comes in a standard width, in US 8 through 12 with half sizes, plus a 13. There is no 12.5.
Is it genuine crocodile?
No. It is genuine leather stamped with a crocodile-scale texture, which gives the depth of exotic skin at a fraction of the cost and with simpler care.
Where is it made?
Sigotto Uomo handcrafts and hand-stitches it in Istanbul, Turkey.
Is a green dress shoe hard to style?
No. With black, charcoal or navy, the green reads as deliberate contrast rather than a clash, which makes it easier to wear than most bold-colored dress shoes.
Is it formal enough for events?
Yes. The monk strap and structured shape suit formal and semi-formal occasions, especially events where a bit more personality is welcome.
Does it need breaking in?
Little. The cushioned leather insole, leather lining and flexible rubber sole make it comfortable from the start.
How should I care for green crocodile-embossed leather?
Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth, condition it now and then with a neutral leather cream, and keep it out of prolonged wet weather. Test any product on a hidden spot first so the green stays even, and avoid stiff brushes that can flatten the embossed pattern.