Monkton Double Monk Shoes

Office and business wear. The plain toe and polished calf leather upper meet business-formal dress codes with ease. Both Brown and Black work well with suits and tailored trousers.

Weekends and casual. Brown pairs particularly well with chinos or smart denim; Black suits a more dressed-down suit or dark trousers at an evening event.

Formal events. Weddings, graduations, and black-tie-adjacent occasions are well within range — the gun-metal buckles add a contemporary note that suits modern tailoring.

Not formal enough for. White-tie or strict black-tie dress codes where a plain-toe Oxford or patent leather is expected.

Order your everyday UK size. The Monkton fits true to size. Order the same UK size you wear in most everyday shoes.

Snug at first is correct. Premium calf leather will ease slightly with wear. A snug but comfortable fit on first wearing is normal and expected.

Wide forefoot or high instep? The double monk strap allows a degree of instep adjustment, making the Monkton more accommodating than a standard lace-up for those between widths.

All sizes are full UK sizes — we do not stock half sizes. If you normally wear a half size in other brands — for example a UK 9.5 — choose the full size above (UK 10) for a comfortable fit, as the adjustable monk strap gives some flexibility across the instep.

Need to compare measurements? See the full sizing chart for UK / EU / US / cm conversions.

Free 30-day UK returns. If the fit isn't right, contact us and we'll send a prepaid label.

Upper: Premium polished calf leather with a smooth finish; available in Brown and Black
Lining: Full leather lining with a suede heel counter
Insole: Full leather insole with ribbon edge
Sole: Island-stitched rubber sole
Branding: Discreet John White branding on the heel sock and sole waist
Construction: Designed by JWS to its own specification — built for comfort and longevity
Fit: True to size; double monk strap allows instep adjustment. Full UK sizes UK 6–13.

After each wear. Brush with a horsehair brush to remove surface dust and dirt. This takes 30 seconds and prevents grime building up in the leather grain.

Every 3–4 wears. Wipe down with a slightly damp cloth and allow to dry naturally at room temperature. Apply a thin layer of leather conditioner to keep the leather supple. Never use direct heat to dry leather shoes. Polish with a colour-matched wax polish — Brown or Black as appropriate — using small circular motions. Allow to haze for 10 minutes, then buff with a horsehair brush and soft cloth for shine.

Storage and rotation. Insert cedar shoe trees immediately after wearing to absorb moisture, hold the shape, and prevent creasing. Rotate your shoes and allow at least 24 hours between wears.