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Monk Straps · Men's Plum Single Buckle Monk Shoes

Men's Plum Single Buckle Monk Shoes
Croc-Embossed Leather

Name: Men's Plum Single Buckle Monk Shoes — Croc-Embossed Leather
Brand: Handsole
SKU: HS-P058
Price: 249.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Plum single monk · Croc-embossed apron · Almond toe

A single monk strap that combines a restrained buckle closure with a stronger textured apron panel through the center of the shoe. Men's single buckle monk shoes in plum leather, with a croc-embossed apron panel.

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Choose color, US size and width. We make this pair for your order in 7–10 working days, then ship worldwide in 5–7 days.

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Every listed US size is available made to order for this design.

Width

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Refined almond-toe profile — this shape defines the shoe's toe profile and internal volume. Choose any listed size and width for this design; we make the pair to your selected configuration.

Best for

Weddings and eventsDinner tailoringStatement formalwearBuyers who want texture without a full exotic-pattern upper

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The toe tapers gradually into an almond shape, keeping the textured vamp controlled and formal rather than broad or heavy. The single strap allows moderate adjustment over the instep.

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How these single buckle monk shoes fit

The toe is a refined almond shape. A monk strap fastens with a buckle, which gives a small amount of adjustment over the instep: more than a loafer, less than laces. When the shoe is new the strap should fasten on a middle hole, so you have room to tighten it as the leather settles. If it only closes on the last hole, you need a wider width. Order your usual US dress shoe size, which is often different from your sneaker size. We make men's single buckle monk shoes in every size from 6 to 15 including half sizes, so size 13, 14 and 15 are made like any other size.

The four widths are D (standard), E (wide), EE (extra wide) and EEE. A high instep is the usual reason a monk strap feels tight, and the fix is a wider width, not a longer shoe, because extra length makes the heel slip. The shoe should hold your heel firmly with the buckle fastened. Try them with the dress socks you plan to wear.

✓ Weddings and events✓ Dinner tailoring✓ Statement formalwear✓ Buyers who want texture without a full exotic-pattern upperBetween sizes — check Fit GuideHigh instep or unusual width needs — use Fit Guide

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A plum single monk with a croc-embossed apron

Texture is used in one place on this shoe. A croc-embossed panel runs through the apron, across the vamp, and the plum aniline leather around it is left plain. That gives the eye a clear centre and lets the buckle and the line of the strap read cleanly. The embossed panel is set in along a raised apron seam, so its edge is visible all the way round and has to be stitched exactly. A silver-tone buckle closes the single strap on the outside of the foot. Plum aniline leather forms the quarters and the strap, and its plain surface is what makes the embossed panel stand out. The two leathers differ in thickness, so the edges are thinned where they meet along the apron seam.

Plum aniline leather · Croc-embossed apron · Silver-tone single buckle

The toe is a refined almond shape. The pair is hand-welted with the welt stitching visible along the sole edge and can be resoled. The apron pattern is embossed leather, not crocodile skin. Plum sits close to burgundy and is worn the same way: with navy, charcoal and grey. These men's single buckle monk shoes suit anyone who wants colour and texture in a dress shoe without going loud. It suits anyone searching for plum or burgundy monk strap shoes, single monk strap dress shoes with texture, or buckle dress shoes that are a little different. These are handmade monk strap shoes, made to order in your size and width.

Materials & Construction

Leather with croc-embossed panel upper and a hand-welted leather sole. Every pair is made to order in 7 to 10 working days.

Upper

Leather with croc-embossed panel

Plum aniline leather quarters with croc-embossed apron panel through the vamp.

Lining

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Sole

Leather sole

Low stacked heel with rubber toplift

Construction

Hand-welted

Hand-welted construction, with the stitched welt visible along the sole edge.

Insole

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Hardware

Silver-tone single buckle

Single square buckle closure at the instep.

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Remove loose dust with a soft brush or clean cloth. Follow the care instructions for the specific leather and finish; suede, patent, patina and two-tone uppers may need different products. Test any suitable cleaner, cream or conditioner on an inconspicuous area first, and use separate clean applicators on contrasting colours. Condition only when the leather and finish need it, rather than on a fixed schedule. Let damp shoes dry naturally away from direct heat. Contact Handsole before attempting recolouring or using a treatment whose compatibility is uncertain.

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