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Church’s Toronto – Premium Calf Leather Brogue (Last 136)

The Church’s Toronto is a sophisticated semi-brogue Oxford that strikes the perfect balance between formal elegance and decorative detail. Built on the contemporary 136 last, it offers a streamlined, modern aesthetic that elevates the classic English brogue for the professional wardrobe.

Key Features
Premium Calf Leather Upper: Crafted from high-grade, full-grain Calf Leather. Known for its fine texture and exceptional softness, this leather provides a comfortable, breathable fit and a rich, natural luster that improves with every polish.

Semi-Brogue Styling: Features meticulous perforated detailing (broguing) along the toe cap and seams. This design is less busy than a full wingtip, making it highly versatile for both formal business suits and smart-casual attire.

136 Last – Modern Silhouette: This model utilizes the sleek 136 last, characterized by its elongated profile and elegantly tapered toe. It provides a sharper, more fashion-forward look than traditional rounded lasts.

Dainite Rubber Sole: As seen in your photos, this pair is equipped with a genuine Dainite studded rubber sole. This British-made sole offers excellent traction and protection against wet weather while maintaining the thin, low-profile look of a traditional leather sole.

Handcrafted Quality: Made in Northampton, England, using a Goodyear welted construction. This ensures the shoe is incredibly robust and allows for professional resoling to extend its lifespan for decades.

Size: 7 UK

Sizing Advice: Last 136

Important: The 136 last is widely recognized for its generous, elongated fit.

The Fit: Because this last is longer than standard British shapes, it runs large.

Recommendation: Most customers find the best fit by sizing down a half size (0.5 UK) from their standard shoe size or their size in more traditional Church's lasts (like the 173).

Volume: Despite the slim visual profile, there is ample room inside. Sizing down ensures a secure fit at the heel and prevents the foot from sliding forward into the tapered toe box.

Care Instructions
To preserve the beauty of the Calf Leather and the sharp lines of the 136 last:

Conditioning: Use a high-quality neutral or black leather cream to keep the calfskin nourished.

Polishing: Apply wax polish to the toe cap and heel to highlight the brogue details and enhance the shine.

Storage: Always use aromatic cedar shoe trees immediately after wear to prevent the elongated toe from curling and to maintain the shoe’s structure.