Italian Blucher w/ Vibram Tuscany
Full Grain Truffle Leather
Leather Insole + Leather Tuck + Memory Foam + Arch Support
Vibram Tuscany Sole
Genuine Moccasin Construction
1950’s Most Beloved Moccasin Last
Made in Italy
The blucher moccasin was popularized in the 1950s and 60s as a formalized variation of the lace-up moccasin, more commonly experienced as a boat shoe. The blucher provided a more sophisticated, elongated silhouette, reminiscent of the style of dress shoe with which it shared its name. Important design details are the lace-in kiltie nestled under the blucher pieces, our signature baseball stitch overcast, and pinking decoration on the heel seam cover, all of which contribute a touch of elegance to this updated moccasin silhouette.
Handcrafted in Italy, the shoes benefit from their construction using only the best components and materials such as Truffle Leather, a truly special leather that has taken Yuki the last year to develop and perfect. Yuki loves Cordovan leather. Cordovan leather is made from the hindquarters of horses, known as the shell. The deep and lustrous color, shine, and exceptional durability of Cordovan make it one of the most highly prized leathers. It is a true testament to the artistry and craftsmanship of leathermaking. However, Cordovan is notoriously stiff and doesn’t stretch like cow hide, making it uncomfortable and difficult to break in. Yuki thought, “What if I can make a leather as beautiful in color as Black Cordovan but super comfortable like cow hide?” After much effort we are proud to present Yuketen’s Truffle Leather! A European full-grain, pull-up leather treated with oils and waxes to create a shine like Cordovan but still soft, supple, and comfortable.
To closely mirror the incongruence of the human foot and deliver a molded fit, the upper leathers are hand-sewn and hand-lasted on Yuketen’s proprietary last. In addition, the base of the vamp has been cinched to further ensure an integumentary fit.
Full vegetable-tanned leather insoles, tucks with steel shank, memory foam and arch cushion reinforcements increase fitting in the arch and heel as well as lessen foot fatigue by forming a stable bridge between the heel and ball of the owner's foot which causes weight to be distributed more evenly across the foot. This results in reduced foot fatigue and improved comfort. Yuketen’s signature tucks are made from 100% vegetable-tanned leather and will naturally accommodate the distinct shape of the wearer.