J Crew’s Collection Darby calf hair loafers (03672, $298) come in hazel (?) and grey leopard (49078, $298), which I’ve never seen irl. I hope I got the respective style numbers correct.
Size 7.5 – I take my usual shoe size in the Darbys and Ceces. FYI, I was told the Ceces are being phased out and replaced with the new Emmas. I haven’t tried those on yet. These didn’t come in a box. I tried them on from the display. I assume they’re style #03672.
The left shoe was considerably lighter than the right. I didn’t like that at all. Check them out on Audreybella.
Very comfortable.
The Feeling
It’s about 85% thumbs up. I love the Darbys. They’re very, very comfortable. However, I really didn’t like that the colors were so mismatch. That’s a little scary with final sale in play.
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Ugh, so not happy to read this. Just ordered these yesterday – hoping for the best.
injanuity – I hope your pair match up well!
They match!! Phew!
injanuity – Yay! So glad they match.
Thank you for the review. I'm debating between the Darby calf hair and the Biella calf hair. I was leaking towards the Darby until the whining diner made a comment that her pair were so thin in the sole the are impractical for lots of city waking which is what I'd use them for daily. Have you seen the Biella calf hair IRL? What's your opinion? Thank you!
Anon – The Darby is a smoking loafer and very comfortable, right off the bat. I was concerned about wearing the plaid studded Darbys (review), but so far there hasn't been an issue. I did protect them with my Vectra spray.
The Biella is a penny loafer with more structure and support, based on the nature of the design. More of a heel. More structure around the entire shoe. I haven't tried them on, but if you need durability, you might go for the Biellas. The calf hair is going to wear a little bit, no matter which pair you choose. At least w/the Biella, you'd be a little off the ground w/the heel it offers. I've never tried on a pair, so I can't comment on fit.
I have the calf hair Janeys and I'm very happy w/them. I haven't worn them a ton, but I do like the heel that's on the back and keeps them a little off the ground.
HTH!
Lol! Leaning. Haven't lost bodily functions, yet. Now of JC ever offered a 75% off sale, I might.
Anon – rofl!!
Wow, that is a huge difference in color. Mine just arrived and are much more similar, so I'm grateful. They are so comfortable that I'm considering a backup pair. For city walking, I use this pair from Talbot's.
Mel – I understand if you get a Darby backup. They're awesome, awesome shoes. Glad yours match, too š
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