Igi & Co Vitello 2108100 black leather Derby shoe

The Igi & Co 2108100 black Derby shoe is a men's lace-up made for anyone who wants a proper leather shoe they can wear day in, day out. Igi & Co is an Italian label with a long history in men's footwear, and this style from its Vitello line keeps things clean and simple in black, so it sits just as well with a suit as with something more relaxed.

Materials and comfort

The upper is black leather (Alfa/nero, as the brand calls the colour), which softens and moulds to your foot the more you wear it. The open Derby-style lacing lets you fine-tune the fit across the instep, which really helps on long days or if you have a slightly higher foot.

Fit

Available in EU sizes 39 to 46. We suggest ordering your usual size. If you're torn between two sizes, give us a ring or drop us an email and we'll help you choose, and your first size exchange is free.

How to wear it

Black makes it a real all-rounder: pair it with grey or navy suit trousers, dark chinos or deep indigo jeans. For work, match it with a black leather belt; at the weekend, team it with a knitted jumper and straight-leg jeans for a look that's smart without feeling stiff.

Care

Brush off dust with a soft cloth, feed the leather now and then with a black leather cream, and if it gets wet, let it dry naturally away from radiators. A wooden shoe tree between wears helps it keep its shape.