Suede lug-sole derbies – Imperial Women
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Pickup available at Imperial Fashion Lyon
Usually ready in 2 hours
Description
These women’s suede derbies take the spirit of mountain shoes and soften it through the material. The topstitched apron shapes the front of the foot, the upper rises just enough over the instep, and the chenille cord laces are tied in a soft, generous bow on top. The lug platform sole adds height and stability without a thin heel: the silhouette gains confidence and the step stays natural.
With a chunky marled sock peeking over the upper, they pair perfectly with denim or barrel trousers. With fishnet tights and a skirt, knitted or more fluid, they regain their feminine side. Their warm matt finish also suits winter fabrics: at the office, they bring a more relaxed note to wool tailored trousers; at the weekend, they go with a chunky jumper and a long coat. Their thick sole lets you cross town on foot all day long.
Suede is a leather whose surface is lightly buffed: it takes on a soft, almost silky touch and a matt look that catches the light without shining. Inside, the lining and insole are leather. The tone-on-tone topstitching on the apron highlights the volume of the shoe. The lugged rubber sole measures 3 cm at the front and rises to 5 cm at the heel: it insulates from the cold, grips wet cobblestones and cushions every step.
This model is produced and signed by Imperial Lyon, exclusively: it only exists in our boutiques and on our website. For suede that lasts, one gesture is enough before first wear: a spray of waterproofing product, renewed from time to time. A stroke of a crepe brush in the direction of the nap then lifts the material. Well cared for, these derbies develop a lovely patina and see you through several winters.
Features
- Derby with topstitched apron
- Chenille cord laces tied on top
- Lug platform sole with good grip
- Sizes 35 to 41
Composition
- Upper: suede
- Lining: leather
- Insole: leather
- Sole: lugged rubber
Measurements
- Heel height: 5 cm
- Sole thickness at the front: 3 cm
Care
- Waterproof before first wear
- Brush with a crepe brush in the direction of the nap
- Leave to dry in the open air, away from any heat source
Manufacturing
- Made in Italy in an artisan workshop
- A model produced and signed by Imperial Lyon, exclusively
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France : 6 € à domicile ou en point relais. Belgique : 10 €. Suisse et Union européenne : selon destination.
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Our pieces are Italian, and Italian clothing generally fits smaller than French clothing. An Italian 40 corresponds to a French 36, or a size S. Here are the benchmarks to help you choose the right size.
Size conversion
| Our size | France | Italy |
|---|---|---|
| XXS | 32 | 36 |
| XS | 34 | 38 |
| S | 36 | 40 |
| M | 38 | 42 |
| L | 40 | 44 |
| XL | 42 | 46 |
This conversion chart is a guide, not a rule: the same size fits differently in fluid crepe than it does in wool drape.
How to take your measurements
Measure yourself in your underwear, with the tape measure flat against your body, without pulling it tight or holding your breath. Get someone to help you if possible: self-taken measurements are often inaccurate.
- Chest measurement — at the fullest point, with the tape measure held horizontally across your back.
- Waist measurement — at your natural crease, just above your navel.
- Hip measurement — at the widest point, approximately twenty centimeters below your waist.
- Inseam — from the crotch to the bottom of the hem, along the inside of your leg. This is the useful length of a pair of trousers.
- Rise — from the crotch to the waistband. This determines whether trousers are high-waisted, mid-rise, or low-rise.
Reading the measurements on our product pages
On product pages that feature it, the Garment measurements button, located below the size selector, opens the model's measurement chart: the garment photographed laid flat with dimensions. Measurements are taken flat, with the fabric relaxed, for the size indicated at the bottom of the diagram.
A width under the arms of 50 cm corresponds to a total measurement of 100 cm: the garment is measured from one seam to the other, across a single layer. Remember to double it to compare with your own measurements. To move from one size to the next, count on a difference of approximately four centimeters flat across the bust, and two to three centimeters at the waist for bottoms.
Between two sizes
The Imperial suit is tailored without being tight: blazers, cocktail trousers, and tuxedos follow the lines of the body. Choose your usual size, and go up a size if you plan on wearing the jacket over a thick knit.
Oversized and palazzo cuts are ample by design: the volume is part of the model's aesthetic, it is not a matter of size. Choose your usual size, even if the piece looks large on the hanger.
If you are hesitating, choose the larger one: a piece that is too tight cannot be fixed, whereas a slightly large piece can be tailored. For a fluid piece, choose the smaller one, as the drape will be cleaner.
Are you a different size on top and bottom? This is the most common case, and it is precisely the advantage of buying pieces separately: a jacket in your top size, trousers in your bottom size. Our suits are put together piece by piece.
Fitting and alterations
An alteration service is available in our Lyon boutiques to adjust a length, take in a waist, or adapt a piece to your body shape. Trying on the garment remains the safest way to choose: pickup is free and your order is ready within two hours if the item is in the boutique. Our advisors are also happy to answer your sizing questions by phone.
