Product Details

The Lyd Mule is a a flat mule with a pointed toe, crafted from an artisanal hand-woven goat leather. These statement mules feature a unique upper, hand-woven using heritage techniques passed down through generations of artisans. Available in Gold.

• Crafted from soft goat leather
• Verstaile Gold colourway to be worn from day to night
• Open weave leather offers an artisanal twist

Material

Upper: 100% Goat Leather

Lining: 100% Sheep Leather

Sole: Rubber

Leather is a natural animal material. Leather products offer durability and longevity, as they are not only made to last but soften and gain character with age. The leather for this style was sourced from a Leather Working Group (LWG) rated tannery.

LWG assesses tanneries on their water use, energy use, waste management, chemical management and traceability; among other key indicators. The tannery that processed this leather has a Gold rating from LWG.

Maker

Manufacturer: Gupta Overseas (Agra, India)

Gupta Overseas are a family-owned and operated factory. They have been in business for over 60 years and specialise in making shoes for the European market. With a commitment to responsible business practices and a culture of continuous improvement, Gupta are continuously implementing initiatives to improve their environmental and social impact.

Each footwear design is tested at ELK HQ where the shoes are worn for a period to consider comfort, wear and style. The leather upper meets European REACH standards for chemical safety. 

Gupta has SA8000 social accountability certification and undergo annual SMETA social compliance audits, which are conducted by a third party and provide transparency into worker wellbeing and wages.

Size and Fit

Heel Height: 9mm

Approximate insole length measurements:
36: 25.4cm
37: 26cm
38: 26.6cm
39: 27.3cm
40: 27.9cm
41: 28.6cm

Approximate tread width measurements:
36: 7.7cm
37: 7.9cm
38: 8.1cm
39: 8.3cm
40: 8.5cm
41: 8.7cm

Care Instructions

These leather shoes should be cleaned and conditioned with a neutral cream polish. Apply with a soft cloth and rub into dry or scuffed areas. Leather is a natural material and will age with wear. It is imperative that you avoid wetting or soaking these shoes in water as this will greatly affect the quality and appearance. The dye in the leather can sometimes rub off so please be aware of this when wearing light clothing or placing the leather item on light surfaces.