BASILEA

The craftsmanship is also evident in the Blake construction, a technique for making footwear in which a single seam joins the sole, lining, upper, and insole, previously temporarily assembled by the artisan. This artisanal stitching, performed after the last is removed, is done using a machine invented by the American technician Blake.

1 - LEATHER

Black polished leather with a brushed finish.

2 - SOLE

The sole of the shoe is made of genuine leather.

3 - BLAKE CONSTRUCTION

A single seam joins the sole, lining, upper, and insole, previously temporarily assembled by the artisan.

The Basilea oxford shoe without laces is made with black polished leather with a brushed finish to achieve a smooth, sleek surface. This shoe falls into the category of "Monk Strap" shoes, which literally means "monk strap", as the upper follows the instep and features a side flap that fastens with a double metal buckle. Its origin dates back to the buckle sandals worn by monks in the Middle Ages. The sole is made of genuine leather, a precious and versatile material, renowned for its thermal insulating properties and wear resistance, making it ideal for the construction of Mille885 creations.

Each creation keeps the promise made by our craftsmen: to innovate the company while fully respecting the Italian shoemaking tradition. The story of Mille885 is an authentic Italian story, made to be told.