Harrys of London "Shelley" Black Velvet Tassel Loafers — Men's EU 44.5 / US 11.5-12

NOTE: shoe fits a US 11.5-12

Authentic Harrys of London "Shelley" velvet tassel loafers in black. Size EU 44.5 (US 11.5-12). Original retail $595 at Stanley Korshak, Dallas. Made in Italy.
The Belgian-style evening loafer, executed by one of the most quietly serious shoemakers in London. Black velvet upper, hand-stitched leather tassels with braided cord detail, and the unmistakable Harrys signature — that bright crimson kidskin leather lining and footbed. Understated from the outside. Unmistakable to anyone who knows.
THE DETAILS:
    •    Model: Shelley
    •    Italian velvet upper with leather piping trim
    •    Hand-formed braided leather cord and tassels at vamp
    •    Signature red kidskin leather lining and insole stamped "HARRYS of LONDON"
    •    Leather sole with rubber heel insert and embossed Harrys crane logo
    •    Stacked leather heel
    •    Made in Italy
    •    Original Stanley Korshak retail tag confirms August 2013 purchase at $595
CONDITION: Pre-owned in GREAT condition. Velvet upper retains its plush nap with only the most minor signs of careful wear. Red leather interior shows some natural footbed compression and light marking from use — entirely cosmetic, no structural concerns. Tassels intact and pristine. Soles show light wear with the crane logo and "HARRYS OF LONDON 44 ½" stampings clearly visible. Comes complete with original box, dust bag, and Stanley Korshak hangtag.
SIZING NOTE: Box labeled EU 44 / Stanley Korshak tag confirms 44. Sole stamp reads 44 ½ — common for Harrys, as the half-size is the maker's last designation. Shoe fits closer to 11.5-12
WHY THIS PIECE: Harrys of London was founded in 2001 by Mathew Mellon and built its reputation on doing what English shoemaking does best — without the museum-piece price tag of Lobb or Edward Green. The Shelley is their evening loafer at its purest: a black-tie alternative to patent, a winter wedding shoe, a Friday-night-into-Saturday move with a tuxedo jacket and dark denim. Velvet evening slippers from this era of Harrys are increasingly rare on the secondary market — the brand was acquired and restructured in 2019, and pre-acquisition product is now considered the desirable era by collectors.
For the buyer who already owns the black oxford and wants the next move. Or the one who understands that the right loafer says more than the right watch.
Ships in original box. Authenticity 100% guaranteed.