Top 5 derby/gibson styles

Malborough is a new addition to our Handgrade range offering the flexibility of a Derby lacing yet retaining the sleek profile that makes the last shape so appealing. We have added some discreet punching to the lacings which gives the style some visual interest to contrast with the plain front and heel. With the beautiful in-channel stitched sole and finger polished upper you are getting a truly bespoke quality shoe at a ready to wear price.

Herald is a handmade masterpiece on a Goodyear-welted sole. This Chukka harks back to the riding boots used by polo players. They were made famous by Nathan Clark, of the shoe making family, when he brought the design back from his wartime service in the desert, hence you can hear this style also called a desert boot. Probably the most famous design is the Church Ryder, in its many variations, and that is closest to what we have here.

Gisborne makes a statement. It is an apron fronted boot where a raised butt-seam of the leather runs around the front of the toe area. This is a very popular adornment which has been expertly stitched down on either side to give this Derby boot real presence. The rubber Victory sole is designed for grip without the big cleats of other soles to avoid tracking dirt inside.

Herring Kendal is a heavy country brogue made in a rich, grain leather. It features a storm welt and a durable dainite rubber sole, so you can step out in any weather.