MOCCASINS
The Stratos Tassel Loafers are designed with the traditional Goodyear assembly, in luxury Italian leather with an artisanal patina, ensuring them a generational lifespan and a unique appearance in the world. Their sole is made of leather and non-slip rubber.
Cognac patinated moccasins are versatile and go perfectly with formal outfits, adding a touch of sophistication to your outfit, especially in the summer season. Their combination of comfort, durability and aesthetics makes them a compelling choice.
THE shoes Stratos benefit from an artisanal patina made by hand. The technique used to create this work is known as “ Anticatura », a specialty of French master shoemakers.
This method involves hand dyeing the leather, providing an antique finish effect. To create a completely unique patina with an aged appearance, it takes an average of 8 to 10 hours of work per pair. Every detail is carefully crafted, making these shoes a true symbol of exceptional craftsmanship.
STRATOS QUALITY
Our shoes are considered manufacturing gems on a global level, as we put our know-how into each stage of their design.
Our workshop located in Spain shapes each pair entirely handmade , with meticulous attention to detail. Only the finest materials in the world are selected for production (100% European for all materials).
GOODYEAR ASSEMBLY
Goodyear welted shoes were introduced in 1869 to make durable pairs of shoes that were easy to resole and repair, thereby extending their lifespan.
The advantages of Goodyear welt are numerous:
- Generally speaking, it is much more solid. Goodyear shoes last longer than Blake shoes. (Several decades).
- The cork filled with a Goodyear sole absorbs shock and humidity. The comfort of a Goodyear-mounted shoe has nothing to do with that of a classic shoe. Your pair improves over time and becomes more and more pleasant to wear.
- The Goodyear assembly is much more waterproof than the Blake. In winter weather, especially rainy weather, it helps to combat cold feet.
HAND PATINATED
Our artisans create the patina of the shoes with very elaborate techniques and a master's hand, giving them an unrivaled presence and a unique patina in the world.
As with a work of art, our colorists juggle with pigments, play with shades and essential oils. To apply their products, they use a multitude of tools: brushes of all sizes, sponges, cloths, etc.
In the hands of master colorists, the shoes are first cleaned and the surface layers of shoe polish removed. The leather is then stripped bare, that is to say lightened with transparent shoe polish, then for a whole day, patiently massaged with essential oils loaded with natural pigments and different types of waxes... A long work follows. pigment-based coloring and nourishing cream. Glazing is the final operation which highlights all the work previously carried out by the craftsman.
MAINTENANCE
To keep your Goodyear shoes in good condition for a long time, It is advisable to maintain them with a good polish , in order to give them nutrition and a nice shine.
We recommend that you add the “ shoe trees” option when purchasing from Stratos, in order to maintain the shape of your shoes and significantly lengthen their lifespan , thus avoiding creases but also humidity. In fact, the cedar wood that they are made of helps keep the inside of your shoes dry, avoiding thus unpleasant odors.
Our shoe trees are adjustable and aesthetic, adding character to your pair of shoes.
MAINTENANCE KIT (Recommended).
We also recommend that you purchase our care kit adapted to the materials of your shoes, which will allow you to pamper them by cleaning and cleaning them. nourishing .
The maintenance kit offered to you is adapted to the materials of your shoes. A kit consists of wax, cloth and brushes, which will allow you to take care of the leather and keep your shoes for years.
Our kits are made in Italy .
If you order shoes with a special patina, a Sapphire kit to preserve the shine of the patina will also be offered to you.
