ETQ ML 02 Full Suede Chocolate Mediterranean Suede

The ETQ ML 02 Full Suede Chocolate carries its rich suede finish from the upper across the sides and over the outsole. This uninterrupted treatment creates a cohesive, single-tone silhouette, giving the mid loafer a particularly dressed-up character. Full leather lining provides a contrasting finish inside.

Pair it with tailored trousers for an evening out or relaxed separates for a polished daytime look. Soft suede and removable memory foam cushioning gradually adapt to the foot, bringing a personal feel to the simple slip-on design.

• Suede extends over the outsole for a continuous appearance from toe to heel.
• Slip-on construction without laces or hardware.
• Designed in the Netherlands and handcrafted in Portugal by ETQ’s longstanding family-run factory partner.
• Mediterranean suede feels soft from the first wear and adapts to the foot during the first week.
• Hand-lasted and checked twice before leaving the factory.
• Each pair is assembled by hand from 20 to 40 individual components.
• Removable memory foam insoles mould with wear and can be replaced with fresh insoles or personal orthotics.
• Full leather lining softens and conforms to the foot over time.
• Internal reinforcement at the toe and heel helps maintain the shoe’s shape through repeated wear.
• ETQ’s signature square completes the heel.
• Includes a reusable travel bag for carrying and packing.
• The white presentation box doubles as the shipping carton, avoiding an additional outer box.

Mediterranean Suede is made from the underside of the hide, sanded to produce a fine, velvet-like nap. ETQ sources the material from Gruppo Mastrotto in Arzignano, Italy, an LWG Gold-certified tannery, and Sanchez Agullo in Alicante, Spain, an LWG-approved tannery. Each hide is assessed for finish, colour, surface and thickness before cutting. A short, dense and even nap gives the Chocolate shade its depth and consistency, with character developing through wear.

Maintain the suede with regular brushing in the direction of the nap. Apply a water-and-stain protector before the first wear and renew the treatment after cleaning. If the shoes become wet, leave them to dry naturally before gently brushing to restore the texture.