The Olivier Single Monk Strap - Brown

$525.00
Rated 4.7 out of 5
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Handcrafted in Italy

Indulge in true Italian luxury with our shoes, meticulously crafted near Naples by skilled artisans. Each pair is a masterpiece, embodying the artistry and tradition of genuine craftsmanship.

Our single monk strap exudes elegance with its sleek lines and stylish buckle. Luxuriate in the simplicity of the Olivier.

  • Runs full size large (order full size down from regular US dress shoe size). For example, if you normally wear a size US 10 dress shoe, order a size 9
  • Alternatively, order one and a half sizes below your Brannock device measurement. For example, if you measure a 10 on the Brannock, order a size 8.5
  • Full-grain Italian calfskin leather upper
  • Matching closed-channel leather sole
  • Leather lining
  • Blake construction
  • Painted by hand
  • Handmade in Italy

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    The Olivier Single Monk Strap - Brown

    average rating 4.7 out of 5
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    Reviewed by Rupert T., from United States
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    Dress Shoes

    Stunningly beautiful great quality , of this shoe I bought two more pairs .

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    Reviewed by John M., from United States
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    Great Single Monks!

    Great for any occasion!

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    Paul Evans

    Excellent! Thanks for sharing.

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    Reviewed by Yacoub S., from United States
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    Rated 4 out of 5

    Beautiful pair of shoes (although a tad difficult to “break” in)

    These shoes are amazingly versatile as they pair equally well with a suit as they do with a pair of jeans or chinos.

    Although I normally wear a size 8.5 UK, in hindsight, I would have gone a 1/2 size up and ordered these shoes in a size 9 as they are a bit tapered around the waist. I estimate that it took me a solid week to fully “break” the shoes in (the oversized shoe tree I put in the shoe might have expedited the process a bit haha). However, that’s just a small blemish on an otherwise solid pair of shoes. Again: My recommendation is to go a 1/2 size larger than your usual to ensure the most immediate comfort.

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    Reviewed by Thomas H., from United States
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    Outstanding Value

    STYLE:

    Classic, elegant design. Lithe and sharp. Suitable for both business and casual attire.

    FINISH:

    Superb. The hand painting adds a noticeably rich hue. I've attached photos taken in natural and artificial light, with and without flash, to show appearance in different environments. My one grouse is that I’d hoped for a darker burnish on the toe box, like the shoes in the photos on the company website. Given the hand staining, I assume no two pairs are identical, so coloration may be luck of the draw.

    DURABILITY/COMFORT:

    As the company website notes, Paul Evans shoes use Blake welt stitching, which is far lighter and less expensive than the Goodyear welt that is common in higher-end English and American shoes. I’ve had the Oliviers for about two months, and thus far I’m totally enjoying their relative litheness. Time will tell if they prove as durable as my Goodyear-welted shoes.

    SIZING:

    As I learned firsthand at the shop in Manhattan, Paul Evans shoes run large. I typically take a size 12 in an American dress shoe. My Olivier Monk Straps are 11.5 and fit well. The Oxfords, which are constructed on a different last, run even larger: a size 11 fit me comfortably.

    PRICE:

    Cost is a major reason that Paul Evans is such a disruptor in the high-quality leather shoe market, in my view. Aesthetically, they rival shoes that retail for triple their price. If they prove as enduring as they are handsome, I'll be hooked.

    CUSTOMER SERVICE:

    Excellent, in my…

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    Reviewed by Jason L., from United States
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    Great!

    These shoes look gorgeous they are one of the best pairs I have.

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