Mephisto Jozio 7022-P5149005 leather boat shoe in taupe

The Mephisto Jozio boat shoe in taupe (style code 7022-P5149005) takes the classic deck shoe and sets it on a chunky, sneaker-style sole, so it's ready for long days walking around town or along the seafront. Perforated leather panels sit alongside smooth sections, finished with pale contrast stitching in an easy-to-wear taupe.

Materials and comfort

The vamp and sides are covered in fine perforations, letting your feet breathe when the weather warms up. The eyelet panel and heel are in smooth, lightly grained leather that copes well with everyday scuffs. Inside, the footbed is perforated too and is printed to show the upper is genuine leather. The sole is white around the edges with a brown tread underneath, and its ridged pattern gives a reassuring grip on pavements and promenades.

Fit

It laces up through three pairs of eyelets and, like any proper boat shoe, a cord runs around the collar through side eyelets. That means you can adjust the fit across the instep and around the ankle. There's a fabric pull tab on the tongue to help you slip it on, plus a small blue, white and red striped tab at the heel.

How to wear it

Pair it with stone or white chinos, light-wash jeans or linen shorts, topped with a polo or a short-sleeved shirt. Taupe sits happily with navy, white, olive and sandy tones, so it works with most of a summer wardrobe. Wear it with no-show socks for a clean look; the white sole keeps it feeling current while holding on to that relaxed nautical character.