Black Patent Leather
F Fit / Leather Sole / Professional Collection

£185.00

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Shoe Size Guide

English made Men’s shoes (and boots) are generally made in fittings E, F, G and H and these can be classified simplistically as follows:

The bulk of our styles are made in F fitting, as statistics show that worldwide this is the most appropriate fitting for a majority of males, but we also offer a good selection of G fitting shoes.

UK EU US
3 36 4
4 37 5
5 38 6
6 39 7
6.5 40 7.5
7 41 8
7.5 41 8.5
8 42 9
8.5 43 9.5
9 43 10
9.5 44 10.5
10 44 11
10.5 45 11.5
11 46 12
12 47 13
13 48 14
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The Description

The Loake Bow is a premium men’s black patent leather Derby shoe, designed for formal occasions and black-tie events. Built on the Claridge last, it offers a comfortable F fitting with an elegant profile, making it the perfect choice for weddings, galas, and evening wear. Featuring high-quality cemented leather and rubber soles, Bow delivers both refinement and reliable performance. Designed and engineered in Kettering, Northamptonshire, and handmade in Loake’s high-grade factory in India, it reflects the same craftsmanship and attention to detail seen in our Northamptonshire-made shoes. A timeless dress shoe for life’s most important moments.

We recommend using a shoehorn to help maintain the shape, prevent creasing of the heel, and allow the foot to glide in with ease – keeping your shoes looking their best and feeling comfortable from the first wear.

The Last

Claridge

Another versatile last shape, Claridge is used for both classic English styles and more contemporary shoes. Claridge is a medium width last which should run true to size. There is a little extra (cosmetic only) length in the toe of this last, which has a slightly rounded point.

Shop our Claridge Last

The Style

Plain Tie

Whether you are looking for a classically-styled plain tie shoe, or a simple, everyday shoe, our selection of dress shoes are available in a multitude of leathers, on either leather or rubber soles, for any occasion.

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The Collection

Professional

Loake have always been renowned for producing footwear to complement the more formal requirements of businessmen, city professionals or those in need of an elegant shoe for that special occasion. Designed in Kettering and produced in the Loake factories in Northamptonshire or India, these timeless and refined classics will add style and luxury to any outfit.

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