Italian Blucher w/ Camp Sole
Opera Leather with Full Leather Lining
Full Leather Insole + Leather Tuck with Shank + Memory Foam + Arch Support
Yuketen’s Original Rubber Camp Sole with Cork Chip Mix
Hand-Lasted and Hand-Sewn
6 Layers of Leather & Rubber Bottoming Uni
Genuine Cow Hide Leather Shoelaces
Genuine Moccasin Construction
1950’s Most Beloved Moccasin Last
Handcrafted in Italy
Our Director Yuki Matsuda’s design inspiration with the Yuketen Made in Italy collection was to take classic American footwear styles and meticulously craft them in a historic, artisanal Italian factory nestled in Mount Sibillini, Italy, part of the stunning Apennine Mountain Range.
Classic American Styling + Italian Craftsmanship + Yuki’s Japanese Sensibility and Attention to Detail = Yuketen Made in Italy!
The Blucher moccasin gained popularity in the 1950s and 60s, offering a refined take on the lace-up moccasin style most often associated with boat shoes at the time. It featured a more sophisticated, elongated silhouette, reminiscent of a more formal dress shoe. The Blucher is one of our most popular Yuketen styles.
Yuki wanted to see what would happen if we took this classic American footwear style and made it in our Italian workshop. He loved the result and is excited to present the Made in Italy Blucher with Kiltie with Camp Sole.
Handcrafted in Italy using Genuine Moccasin Construction, this technique involves enveloping your foot in leather by wrapping the leather from underneath, like wearing a thick, comfy, leather sock. Our original pattern is different from standard moccasins, we use more leather on the vamp. While this requires additional leather, it ensures a comprehensive wrapping around your foot, providing a snug and comfortable fit, in contrast to the shallower feel of standard Genuine Moccasin Construction.
The Yuketen insole is impeccably constructed with full vegetable-tanned leather, a leather tuck with shank, memory foam and arch cushion. This construction ensures an exceptional fit and reduces foot fatigue by forming a stable bridge between the heel and ball of the foot. This design promotes even weight distribution across the foot for all day support. As you wear the shoes, the insole will gradually mold to the unique contours of your feet, providing the perfect, custom fit.
Some noteworthy design elements of the Made in Italy Yuketen Blucher include a removable kiltie, decorative pinking on the heel seam cover and collar, sleek metal eyelets, and shoelaces crafted from strong cow hide leather. These details add an elegant touch to this updated Yuketen moccasin style.
This all rests atop a foundation comprised of a thick veg-tan leather midsole, rubber midsole, and the Camp sole. Yuketen’s original camp sole are made out of 100% rubber mixed with cork chip, which reminiscent of 1960’s work boot style. The outsole is sewn to the vamp leather, allowing the shoes to be resoled for years of prolonged wear. Every pair is meticulously handcrafted in Italy using the finest components and materials, ensuring that these shoes can be easily resoled, making them a testament to quality and longevity in footwear.
Experience the Art of Footwear
Embrace the harmony of American style, Italian craftsmanship, and Japanese attention to detail with the Made in Italy Yuketen Blucher. Each pair tells a story of world-class collaboration, unparalleled construction, and timeless design. Experience unmatched quality earned from years of collaboration with many footwear industry masters and make a statement with every step.
Step into a world where every detail matters. Order your pair of Made in Italy Yuketen Italian Blucher today and walk the path of exquisite craftsmanship and unparalleled style.
Where to Buy
ARCHIE
Jakarta, Indonesia
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China