Angico Cognac Leather Driving Loafers – Flat Penny Moccasins
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Description
The Angico is a driving moccasin, which is the reason it is the most comfortable shoe in the collection. The sole is not a flat piece of leather but a black rubber sole studded with rounded pebbles that continues up the back of the heel, so the shoe grips, cushions and bends with the foot from the first hour to the last.
In cognac the construction is on full display. The apron is joined by hand around the toe in a thick ivory thread that reads clearly against the tan leather, and the leather gathers very slightly at each stitch in the way only a hand-lasted moccasin does. Across the vamp sits the penny strap, with the classic slot at its centre and a braided edge worked into the leather.
Cognac is the brown that behaves like a neutral without going dull. It sits with navy, cream, grey and denim, and it deepens as it wears, so the pair looks better in its second year than its first.
How to wear it
- With cropped trousers that end above the ankle, so the whole shoe stays visible.
- With grey or navy tailoring, where the tan lifts the whole outfit.
- With straight denim turned up once, which is what most owners actually do.
Size & fit: please read before ordering
Made on the same French last, cut slim and precise. If your feet are slim to average, order your usual size. If they're wider, we'd suggest sizing up.
A driving moccasin has no lacing and no strap to adjust, and the leather is soft enough that it moulds to the foot within a few wears rather than stretching indefinitely. If you are between sizes or have a high instep, take the larger of the two. If you are unsure, write to info@mangara.be before you order. It is faster than a return.
Materials and care
- Upper: calf leather, Leather Working Group certified tannery
- Construction: hand-lasted moccasin, apron stitched by hand in contrasting ivory thread
- Vamp: penny strap with central slot and braided edge
- Lining and insole: cushioned
- Sole: black rubber driving sole with rounded studs, wrapping the heel
- Heel: flat, approximately 0.5cm
Wipe with a barely damp cloth and let the leather dry naturally, away from any heat source. Feed it with a neutral conditioner from time to time so the cognac keeps its depth.
Designed in Belgium by Patricia Cossettin, handcrafted in Brazil in small runs.
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Fit & sizing
Upper material
Patricia Cossettin Created Mangará to Redefine Luxury Footwear—Made Accessible for All
Great shoes should feel effortless. Because every Mangará pair is handmade in Brazil on a French last, our shoes have a particular, consistent fit — and once you know it, choosing your size is easy. Here's everything you need to get it right the first time.
How our shoes run: the French last
Our shoes are shaped on a French last, which gives an elegant, slightly slim fit through the foot. If your feet are narrow to average, take your usual EU size. If your feet are on the wider side, read the wide-feet notes below before choosing.
Find your size (EU size chart)
The most reliable way to size is by foot length, not by the size you usually buy — brands vary.
How to measure:
- Stand on a sheet of paper with your heel against a wall (measure at the end of the day, when feet are slightly larger).
- Mark the tip of your longest toe.
- Measure heel-to-toe in centimetres. Measure both feet and use the larger.
- Match your longest measurement to the chart below.
| EU size | Foot length (cm) |
|---|---|
| 36 | 23.0 |
| 37 | 23.7 |
| 38 | 24.3 |
| 39 | 25.0 |
| 40 | 25.7 |
| 41 | 26.3 |
| 42 | 27.0 |
These are guide measurements. If you're between sizes, size up or contact us — we're happy to help you choose. We also offer half sizes (36.5–41.5) on many styles.
Wide feet? Narrow feet? Here's what to choose
- Wider feet: because of the slim French last, consider sizing up by half a size, and favour adjustable styles — ankle straps, buckles and toe-ring slides give the most room. Open styles (slides, mules, strappy sandals) suit wider feet better than closed courts.
- Narrow feet: take your true size; adjustable straps let you tighten for a secure fit.
- In-between: size up to the nearest half size — leather gives a little as it softens, but never shrinks.
Leather that moulds to you
Our calf leather is supple from the first wear and continues to soften, gently shaping to your foot over the first few outings. A snug (never tight) fit at the start is normal — it's the leather getting to know you.
Still not sure? We'll help — and returns are free
If you're between sizes or unsure which style suits your feet, message us before you buy — we're happy to advise. And because every order includes free 30-day returns across Europe, you can try your pair at home with no risk.
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Fit FAQ
Do Mangará shoes run true to size?
They run slightly slim because they're made on a French last. Narrow-to-average feet: take your usual EU size. Wider feet: size up half a size and choose adjustable styles.
Are these shoes good for wide feet?
Yes, with the right choice. Pick adjustable, open styles (ankle straps, buckles, slides, toe-ring sandals) and consider a half size up. Closed courts are the slimmest fit.
Should I size up or down?
When in doubt, size up to the nearest half size. Leather softens and gives slightly with wear; it won't shrink to fit.
Are the heels comfortable to walk in?
Most of our heels are stable block heels (roughly 4–9 cm) designed for real, all-day wear rather than standing still.
Can I return them if the fit is wrong?
Absolutely — free 30-day returns across Europe.