Jim Charles Shoes presents the Derby, a versatile essential that unites traditional English proportions with modern, everyday practicality.
Crafted on the Zurigo last, this Derby features a rounded toe for a traditional English look, creating a balanced, timeless silhouette. The open-lacing construction offers an easy, accommodating fit, while clean quarters and precise stitching keep the overall appearance smart and well-proportioned for both business-casual and relaxed tailoring.
The upper is made from high-quality leather, selected for its fine grain, durability, and ability to age gracefully. Each panel is carefully cut, matched, and stitched, with crisp edges and neat seams that highlight the precision of the pattern cutting and the attention to detail in construction. The result is a shoe that retains its shape and polish over years of wear.
Underfoot, the Derby is fitted with a forest green Goodyear Welt mixed leather-rubber sole. Goodyear Welt construction is renowned for its strength, longevity, and reparability, allowing the shoe to be resoled and enjoyed for many seasons. The mixed sole combines the elegance and structure of leather with strategically placed rubber sections for improved grip, flexibility, and resilience in everyday conditions. The forest green welt detail adds a subtle touch of individuality while preserving a refined, classic look.
Inside, the shoe is neatly lined and carefully finished, with smooth interiors and thoughtfully positioned seams to enhance comfort, breathability, and long-term wear. From the quality leather upper to the robust welted sole, every element reflects skilled, traditional shoemaking.
This Derby is offered through our design your own option, which provides a considered balance between our stock collection and the fully customizable Artisan range. You can partially customize key elements—such as colours, finishes, and selected details—creating a more personal version of the shoe, while still benefiting from a quicker delivery time than a fully bespoke configuration.
