This exclusive pre-order sneaker combines premium Italian suede with a cushioned Soft-Air midsole for unparalleled comfort. Crafted in France through a meticulous 160-step process, the shoe features a sleek black design, complete with a full-grain leather interior and embossed branding. Renowned for its spacious fit, it encourages freedom in movement, making it perfect for everyday wear. Elevated by a custom-molded outsole and rich detailing, this shoe embodies both style and functionality.
From the brand: Description
Size & Fit
Care
Shipping & Policies
This is an exclusive pre-order available for a limited time. Orders will ship within 3 weeks.
Fit: This style runs large and has a roomy fit. We recommend sizing down a half-size from your usual size for a spacious fit. Size down a full size for a snug fit. Please note that both men's and women's sizes are displayed above.
The Body of Work and Mephisto Match returns in Ink/Black celebrating our continued partnership with the iconic French footwear brand. Handcrafted in Sarrebourg, France from the finest Italian suede, the Body of Work & Mephisto Match is a best-in-class, high-performing walking shoe.
The tonal exterior features a rich black hue, accented by an entirely black rubber outsole achieved with custom injection molding, a first for the Match model. The interior is lined with a full-grain black leather and the tongue features a subtle embossed Body of Work logo.
Each pair is brought to life through a process involving 160 precise steps, performed by 18 expert craftspeople, all of whom train for over three years before crafting their first pair. This level of dedication ensures a standard of excellence that is both rare and enduring.
Handcrafted in small batches by skilled artisans, the Match in Ink/Black unifies Body of Work and Mephisto's shared appreciation for beauty, craftsmanship and functionality.
Founded in 1965, Mephisto has been crafting the world's finest footwear for over 60 years and continues to lead in pioneering handmad
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This style is also available in
Thyme/Black
.
Details:
Handcrafted in the Mephisto atelier in Sarrebourg, France
Embossed Body of Work branded tongue
Premium suede from Italy
Soft-Air midsole technology
Black leather interior
Black d-rings and ey
el
ets
Tonal laces
Removable footbed
Custom-moulded resoleabl
e outsole
Material: Italian suede, full grain leather, cushioned Soft-Air midsole
This item is final sale. Please visit our
policies page
for more details.
This item is a collaboration and not eligible for sales promotions.
This style runs large and has a roomy fit. We recommend sizing down a half-size from your usual size for a spacious fit. Size down a full size for a snug fit.
Please note that both men's and women's sizes are displayed in the size selector.
Mephisto on fit:
"Most people have never experienced proper fitting of their footwear. It may be that your Mephistos will fit differently than any shoe you have ever worn. This is a common experience and it should be noted that proper fit is critical to comfort. With walking, it is important to give your toes a substantial degree of freedom. They should never be “locked in”, one against another.
The proper fit of Mephistos will provide plenty of room in the toe area. The same thinking applies to the heel area. The Mephisto heel is not designed to fit snug. A true comfort walking shoe flexes and bends with your foot. There is absolutely no need for the heel of a shoe to fit tight. When wearing Mephistos, your foot should be cradled, not bound. If your shoes hurt your feet, do not wear them. A properly fitting shoe should not have to be "broken in" to be comfortable - they should be comfortable from the very first step you take".
Please email info@bodyofwork-studio.com with any sizing-related inquiries.
Wipe stains gently with a damp cloth, consider the use of a suede and leather protectant to help prolong the life of the materials.
Shipping:
Orders to the United States: Duties and customs will be ~$30 USD on this item as Body of Work will apply duty relief to all US-bound orders.
Body of Work currently ships to Canada, the contiguous United States, Europe, Australia, Japan, South Korea, China, the Philippines, Taiwan and Singapore.
Due to a high volume of orders and a small team, it may take up to 10 business days for your order to ship.
Returns & exchanges:
This item is final sale.
This item is a collaboration and not eligible for sales promotions. Body of Work does not accept returns or exchanges on any collaboration products, publications or items purchased on sale.
For more information, please visit our
policies page
.
