Penny loafer Tilsitt

King Creole

In the manner of Elvis Presley in 1968, Malfroid announces the comeback of his classic leather-soled Tilsitt.

Loafer with a traditional mocassin upper, well proportioned, simple & rigorously versatile.

You will (we hope) like its beautiful roundness, its supple handling, the solidity of a real Goodyear, its generous tongue. In every way identical to our Tilsitt MK2 but without the commando sole.

The Tilsitt is undoubtedly the future centerpiece of your wardrobe thanks to the numerous combinatorial possibilities, in a formal format or totally casual. A bright and colorful sock to give some pep to the foot? Sure, why not. Or on the contrary, clothes with sober and dark tones (grey, black, dark blue) for a chic and controlled austerity. It’s up to you.

A moc’ that is incidentally essential to masterfully complete the outfit, the pleasures and the days.

– Insert raw wood shoe trees into your shoes as soon as you take them off: They absorb moisture and preserve the integrity and shape of the shoe.

– Use a shoehorn for your comfort and to protect the heel counter of the shoe.

– Alternate your pairs of shoes as much as possible because the leather needs to dry properly to remain supple and keep its shape. Never leave your pair near a source of heat or humidity.

– Regularly wipe your pair with a dry cloth or give them a quick brush.

– Use Saphir Médaille d’Or lotion every five to ten wears. It cleans and nourishes the leather: it is an essential and regular maintenance step. Saphir Médaille d’Or Pommadier cream (neutral or matching the shoe color) is a complementary, more nourishing treatment.

– Once your shoes are clean and hydrated, apply a little Saphir Médaille d’Or wax polish to provide extra protection and a shiny finish. Finally, buff using a chamois cloth or a soft-bristled brush.

– For a mirror shine (glacage), emulsify by alternating layers of wax polish and tiny droplets of water, on the rigid parts of the shoe only. This operation requires time and precision. Pass a nylon, wool, or cashmere stocking over a finished mirror shine.