Akşam - Leopard

- Entirely handmade in Turkey
- Natural hair-on cow leather upper
- Soft leather lining (no socks, no problem!)
- Water buffalo leather insole & midsole, forms to feet
- Flexible, single layer buffalo leather outsole
- Replaceable rubber heel for added durability
- Lightweight, packable, perfect for travel!

Sabah Workshop Gaziantep, Turkey

Wear with Care! Akşams are made with natural water buffalo leather outsoles, chosen for the way they soften, flex and form to your feet with wear. Scratches, scuffs and a gradual smoothing of the leather are all part of breaking them in. After you’ve worn them for a bit and the soles have settled nicely to your feet, you can easily have your local cobbler add a thin set of protective rubber soles for added durability. You get all the benefit of breaking in a proper leather sole, while the rubber layer protects it from many more miles of sidewalks, streets and wherever else you take ’em. Your cobbler will know exactly what to do. And when that rubber eventually wears down, replace it and keep going. Good shoes are meant to be worn. And maintained. And worn some more! If they do get dirty, lightly brush off any debris or dirt on the surface with a soft, damp cloth.

We created the Akşam to bring the iconic Sabah shape into something more refined – sitting somewhere between a slipper and a loafer. They were designed to be lightweight, super soft, and undeniably glove-like right out of the box.

The Akşam should initially feel snug and glove-like, with your toes toward the end and a touch of pressure. The leather will stretch, soften, and mold to your feet with consistent wear. If you’re between sizes, we recommend sizing down.