Ludlow derbys
plus hard-wearing details, our new dress shoes are the perfect foundation for Ludlow suits, chinos or denim. We start with thick, durable leather insoles, a cork-bed filler that molds to your foot for a custom fit and a Goodyear welt so you can resole them again and again. We use leather that is vegetable-tanned, a process with thousands of years of history that gives the leather depth and a natural look and feel that improves with age. Emerging from England in the nineteenth century, the derby is almost indistinguishable from the blucher (there's a slight variance in the piece of leather where you can find your derby's eyelets)—they both step away from the oxford in their open-lacing systems, allowing for greater flexibility.
- Leather upper, lining and sole.
- Imported.
- Select stores.
- Item CD559.
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What customers are saying:
Many customers really loved the classic design, quality materials, and overall comfort of these shoes. Several customers suggested that addressing a persistent squeaking sound would make the shoes even more enjoyable, as it tends to appear soon after breaking them in and can be distracting in quiet settings. Despite the noise issue, customers appreciated the versatile style and durability, making them a great choice for both formal and casual occasions. Overall, customers feel that with a few tweaks to the construction, these shoes have even more to offer.
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Age: 35 to 44Body type: AthleticHeight: 5'10"Size Purchased: 8.5Fits big
Beautiful shows
3 days agoBeautifully made shoes, i dont find it noisy as other reviewers stated. Well made with good year welts. This shoe is made to last, but i would recommend sizing half a size down.
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Age: 65 or overHeight: 5'7"Size Purchased: 8.5Fits true to size
Simply the best shoes!
1 week agoFantastic shoes the most comfortable dress shoe that I have ever owned
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Age: 55 to 64Body type: AthleticHeight: 5'7"Size Purchased: 9Fits true to size
Noisy Shoes
2 weeks agoI like the shoes; they feel great, but when I walk, they make a squeaking noise. I can't wear them to work
Helpful?Response from J.Crew
2 weeks agoSo sorry to hear of the issue! We will be reaching out soon.
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Squeak
October 11, 2025Shoes looks and feels great. Feels like great quality leather and construction down to the leather soles. However, like everyone said it squeaks to the point where I can no longer wear them. Squeak develops on the third wear. It doesn’t matter how good it looks, this is unwearable.
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Don’t buy. Squeaky.
October 9, 2025These are the squeakiest shoes ever made. Genuinely comfortable though. Have “broken them in” for 6 months and the squeaking only gets louder. If they could figure out the squeaking they’d be great shoes.
Helpful?Nick B
Age: 35 to 44Body type: AthleticHeight: 6'0"Size Purchased: 11Fits true to size
Squeak squeak!
September 30, 2025As others have commented, the shoes look great but they’ve developed a persistent squeak with every step! I work in a quiet office and had to leave early to go home. I’ve tried to fix them, wear different socks, use shoe powder—nothing works!
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