Plain Derby - Black
The plain derby is the most democratic of formal shoes — with its open lacing system, it accommodates a wider range of foot shapes than the Oxford while maintaining a clean, professional appearance. In black full-grain leather, the 3DM Plain Derby is a foundational wardrobe piece: the shoe you reach for when you need to look good without thinking too hard about it. Versatile, well-made, and priced to make quality accessible.
Key Features
- Full-grain black leather upper
- Open Derby lacing — more accommodating than Oxford
- Clean, unadorned silhouette
- Blake-stitch construction
- Fully leather-lined interior
- Leather outsole — resoleable
All our shoes are designed to match standard US dress shoe sizes. However, to ensure the perfect fit, please make sure:
- All our shoes are standard D width. If you have wide feet, please select the next size up.
- In general, our shoes run slightly big. We suggest you size down if you are in-between sizes.
- Do not order your sneaker size. Please order your usual dress shoe size.
|
3DM Size |
US Dress Shoe Size |
Brannock Device |
Approx. Foot length in cms |
Approx. Foot Length in inches |
|
US 7 |
7 - 7.5 |
7 - 7.5 |
24.5-25 |
9 5/8 - 9 7/8 |
|
US 8 |
8-8.5 |
8-8.5 |
25.5-26 |
10 - 10 1/4 |
|
US 9 |
9-9.5 |
9-9.5 |
26.5-27 |
10 3/8 - 10 5/8 |
|
US 10 |
10-10.5 |
10-10.5 |
27-27.5 |
10 5/8 - 10 7/8 |
|
US 11 |
11-11.5 |
11-11.5 |
28-28.5 |
11 - 11 1/4 |
|
US 12 |
12-12.5 |
12-12.5 |
29-29.5 |
11 3/8 - 11 5/8 |
|
US 13 |
13-13.5 |
13-13.5 |
29.5-30 |
11 5/8 - 11 7/8 |
For fail proof measurements, please take the time to measure your foot.
Plain Derby - Black
Style & Occasion
The most versatile entry point into leather dress shoes. Wear with any suit, any coloured trouser, or dark denim for a polished look that never goes wrong.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Derby shoe less formal than an Oxford?
Yes — the open lacing system of the Derby is considered slightly less formal than the closed lacing of the Oxford, but both are appropriate for business formal, smart casual, and most dress code requirements.
Do Derby shoes run true to size?
Yes — order your normal size.