Signature Loro Piana shoes: the Walk styles
Loro Piana began as a fine-fabric house in northern Italy and is still best known for cashmere and other rare fibres. Its shoes follow the same idea: the material comes first, and decoration is kept to a minimum. Explore the wider house on our Loro Piana brand page.
Two styles define the range:
- Summer Walk: a soft, unstructured moccasin in suede with a light, flexible rubber sole. It is usually worn without socks and suits warm weather, which makes it a natural fit for a South African summer.
- Open Walk: an ankle boot in the same relaxed spirit, with a rounded toe and a flexible sole. It works well for cooler months and travel.
Both are recognisable by shape and finish rather than branding, which is much of their appeal. For a closer look at the moccasin and slip-on styles, see our guide to Loro Piana loafers.
Choosing size, colour and caring for suede
Loro Piana uses Italian sizing. When buying as a gift, check the European size inside a pair the recipient already wears often, ideally another Italian shoe.
Fit: unlined suede softens and gives with wear, so a snug first fit is usually right. If the recipient is between sizes, the smaller size is often the better choice for a moccasin, while a boot worn with socks may need the larger one.
Colour: neutral tones such as taupe, tan, navy and grey are the most versatile and pair with linen, denim and tailored trousers alike.
Care:
- Brush suede gently with a soft suede brush to lift the nap.
- Apply a suede protector before first wear.
- Keep them out of rain and let them dry naturally if they get damp.
- Store with shoe trees in a dust bag, and rotate them with other pairs.
Loro Piana shoes price and why they make a good gift
Price depends on the style, the material (suede, leather or seasonal finishes such as cashmere-touch details), and import costs into South Africa. As a broad, hedged guide, the signature styles generally sit in the tens of thousands of rand, with boots and special materials at the higher end. Plan your budget around the style first, then the material.
As a gift, a pair suits someone who values comfort and understated quality over visible branding: a partner who travels, a father who has everything, or a milestone birthday. Browse more ideas in our gifts for him guide, or compare other houses in our luxury shoes section.
If you have a particular style, colour or size in mind, tell us and we will come back to you by email with options.