Leather lug-sole derbies – Imperial Women
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Pickup available at Imperial Fashion Lyon
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Description
These women’s smooth leather derbies take their line from the mountain shoe and make it urban. A topstitched apron shapes the front of the foot, the upper wraps the instep closely, and thick cord laces are tied in a generous bow on top. Set on a lug platform sole, they gain a few centimetres and plenty of presence, with no thin heel and no forced arch: the silhouette feels grounded and the step stays natural.
Worn with a chunky marled sock peeking over the upper, they make a perfect match with raw denim jeans or rounded-leg barrel trousers. With fishnet tights and a skirt, they regain their feminine side. Their softly shining leather also makes them smart enough for the office, with tailored trousers that stop above the ankle, under a long coat. This is the pair that does not mind grey days: smooth leather copes with rain and wipes clean in a moment.
The upper is cut from supple smooth leather that can be nourished and develops a patina over time. It is lined with leather, as is the insole: the foot can breathe and the fit moulds itself day after day. The visible topstitching on the apron highlights the construction of the shoe. The lugged rubber sole measures 3 cm at the front and rises to 5 cm at the heel: it insulates from cold ground, grips wet cobblestones and cushions every step, for a full day on foot in town.
The lug-sole derby is one of the key shoes of the autumn-winter season. The runways have brought back sturdy city shoes inspired by mountain styles, worn with tailored pieces to soften their formality. This model, produced and signed by Imperial Lyon exclusively, interprets the trend with a clean line: you will only find it in our boutiques and on our website.
Features
- Derby with topstitched apron
- Thick cord laces tied on top
- Lug platform sole with good grip
- Sizes 35 to 41
Composition
- Upper: smooth leather
- Lining: leather
- Insole: leather
- Sole: lugged rubber
Measurements
- Heel height: 5 cm
- Sole thickness at the front: 3 cm
Care
- Dust with a soft brush
- Nourish regularly with a smooth leather cream
- 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
To build the full look of the season, discover our autumn-winter trends.
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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.
