Originally designed in the 1970s for French Navy submariners, this iconic boat shoe is built to handle life on and off the deck. The smooth black leather upper is hand-sewn, giving it a sturdy, authentic feel that softens beautifully with wear. What sets this pair apart is the functional leather lace. Tanned differently from the main body, it wraps around the collar so you can tighten the fit as the shoe naturally stretches and shapes to your foot. Finished with a slip-resistant rubber sole and contrast stitching along the apron, they look just as right with washed denim in London as they do with shorts on the coast.