What role does the structure of separately layering a leather panel around the boot opening play?
Since these are slouch boots with natural folds, having firm leather layered only on the upper part makes one curious about its purpose.
It supports the shape of the top of the boot so it does not collapse, while helping the flexible suede below it wrinkle naturally to allow adjustment of the overall length and silhouette.
Slouch boots refer to footwear worn with natural folds rather than keeping the leather stiff and upright. Their characteristic is the folds that naturally form along the calf line[1].
PIETON placed an Italian cowhide panel of the oil pull-up type at the top of the boot and joined Italian suede beneath it[2][3]. The leather panel wrapped around the upper part of the boot serves as an anchor point that stably supports the shape[4].
Thanks to the upper panel holding the shape, you can manipulate the flexible suede underneath by hand to create deep folds or smooth it upward, adjusting the boot's length and silhouette to your desired shape when wearing it[5][6].
hmmm, it is designed so that only the very top is held firmly to prevent the entire boot from limply sliding down, leaving room for the rest of the section to fold freely.
Specific recommended cleaning and care methods for the suede and oil pull-up leather sections have not yet been confirmed.
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Measurements
| Part | Value |
|---|---|
| Heel height | 30mm |