Camperlab
1978 Gathered Loafers Men
CA$330.00CAD
In Stock
The Camperlab 1978 Gathered Loafers Men are black calf leather slip-on loafers with a ruched moc toe, gathered apron/collar detail, and a padded leather footbed. They have a thick black rubber outsole with a low block heel, shallow lug tread, an arch notch, and an embossed non-skid sole; model number A500039. They are intended for everyday slip-on wear.
- Material
- Calf leather upper, rubber outer sole
- Gender
- male
- Style
- classic, smart-casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Specifications
Camperlab 1978 Gathered Loafers for men with calf leather upper, ruched moc toe, and leather padded footbed.
Calf leather upper, ruched moc toe, gathered detailing, leather padded footbed, embossed non-skid rubber outer sole, slip-on style.
- Material
- Calf leather upper, rubber outer sole
- Secondary
- rubber
- Style
- classic, smart-casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- Calf leather upper
- Ruched moc toe
- Gathered detailing
- Leather padded footbed
- Embossed non-skid rubber outer sole
- Slip-on loafer silhouette
- Moc-toe construction
- Model number A500039
- Camperlab design
Product Insights
1978 Gathered Loafers Men 330 CAD Sizing runs EU 40–45 with no half sizes and a continuous in-stock range Leather padded footbed and calfskin-blend lining conform to the foot over time Moc-toe loafers are casual, better with relaxed looks than a suit No half sizes and a ceiling at EU 45 limit the fit range
Verified claims
- sizing
- Sizing runs EU 40–45 with no half sizes and a continuous in-stock range
- fit
- Measure foot length and size up if between sizes; judge fit later in the day with intended socks
- fit
- Calf leather may relax in width and around the ball, but it will not get longer
- comfort
- Leather padded footbed and calfskin-blend lining conform to the foot over time
- break_in
- Expect a firm first wear and break in gradually over short sessions
- fit
- A little heel lift is normal while the stiff sole breaks in, but lift that rubs or changes your walk is a fit problem
- care
- Do not force break-in with soaking, heat, hand-bending the sole, or saturating the upper with conditioner
- care
- Clean the buffed calfskin with a barely damp cloth and soft brush along the pleats, then condition sparingly with a non-darkening cream
- care
- Condition lightly two to three times a year, and consider a pre-wear application, but conditioner is not a fit tool
- material
- Calfskin's tight fibre structure resists tearing and abrasion for everyday durability
- material
- The leather-rich lining is naturally breathable and aids temperature regulation
- construction
- The gathered moc toe is a pronounced, asymmetric ruche, not a subtle pleat
- construction
- The embossed rubber sole combines rubber, natural rubber, and recycled rubber with a shallow lug tread
- construction
- The insole uses recycled materials under a leather padded footbed
- styling
- Moc-toe loafers are casual, better with relaxed looks than a suit
- styling
- Only black is offered, so the gathered silhouette is evaluated in one finish
- use_cases
- A slip-on casual shoe suited to everyday wear, travel, and office-casual settings
- value
- Flat 330 CAD across all sizes, with no large-size surcharge
- tradeoffs
- No half sizes and a ceiling at EU 45 limit the fit range
- tradeoffs
- The gathered folds are a maintenance consideration
Product record
- Title
- 1978 Gathered Loafers Men
- Brand
- Camperlab
- Price
- 330 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Side-profile of a black loafer showing a smooth vamp panel with a gathered/ruched apron at the toe, low stacked heel, and a thick black rubber sole with a shallow lug tread and a rectangular notch under the arch.
- Overall silhouetteFull side-profile of a low-cut loafer viewed from the lateral side, toe pointing right, heel left.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.50 · w 0.90 · h 0.30 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth, glossy black upper material with visible highlights indicating a polished leather or synthetic leather finish.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.48 · w 0.78 · h 0.22 (high) - Gathered apron (toe)Distinct gathered or ruched leather detail around the toe apron running along the vamp seam, forming soft folds and a stitched trim at the top edge of the apron.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.56 · w 0.35 · h 0.16 (high) - Vamp/top panelA smooth, unbroken triangular vamp/top panel that rises slightly above the gathered apron and is stitched along its perimeter.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.46 · w 0.25 · h 0.18 (high) - Sole profileThick black rubber sole with a flat forefoot, a low block heel, and a shallow lug tread pattern visible on the heel edge; sole slightly protrudes beyond the upper at the toe.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.67 · w 0.90 · h 0.14 (high) - Heel and arch notchLow squared heel block with a rectangular cutout or notch in the sole at the arch area producing a small shadowed cavity.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.66 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Stitching detailVisible tonal stitching along the top edge of the heel counter and around the vamp panel and apron seam.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.47 · w 0.70 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray background with a soft shadow below the shoe; centered composition showing only the shoe and minimal reflections.
- Background and stagingUniform light-gray background filling the frame with a soft shadow cast directly beneath the shoe indicating top-front lighting.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Shot compositionShoe centered horizontally and placed in the lower half of the image, shown in a clean side profile without props or scale references.
- Shadow and reflectionSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath and slightly behind the sole; faint reflection visible on the surface under the toe area.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.72 · w 0.76 · h 0.08 (medium) - Image qualitySharp focus on the shoe with clear edges and visible material highlights; even studio lighting and minimal noise.
Colors
gloss black· uppermatte black· sole- Overall silhouetteFull side-profile of a low-cut loafer viewed from the lateral side, toe pointing right, heel left.
- 02
Product
Rear / three-quarter view of a pair of black glossy leather loafers showing the back halves, gathered collar detail, stitched heel seams, and chunky matte black rubber soles.
- Overall shapePair of slip-on loafers shown from the rear and slightly offset three-quarter angle; visible parts are the back halves, collar openings, and outsoles.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.28 · w 0.90 · h 0.62 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth, glossy black leather upper with reflective highlights along curved surfaces.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.30 · w 0.52 · h 0.45 (high) - Gathered collar detailElasticized or gathered leather detail along the side collar visible on both shoes where the vamp meets the quarter.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.30 · w 0.50 · h 0.28 (high) - Heel seam and topstitchingVertical heel seam on the back of the shoe and a narrow horizontal folded topline with visible single-line topstitching.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.44 · w 0.36 · h 0.36 (high) - Outsole and heelThick, chunky matte black rubber outsole with a low block heel and shallow vertical notches in the tread at the fore edge.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.68 · w 0.56 · h 0.26 (high) - Inner collar interiorDark interior lining visible inside the collar openings; fine printed text appears on the inner flap but is not legible at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.20 · w 0.16 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray background with soft shadows beneath the shoes; composition crops the front portions out of frame and focuses on the rear halves.
- Background and lightingUniform light gray studio background with even, soft lighting producing specular highlights on the glossy leather and soft shadows under the shoes.
- Shot compositionClose crop showing the rear and lateral sides of both shoes; foreground shoe (right) is more prominent and centered-right while the left shoe sits behind and left.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.34 · w 0.84 · h 0.58 (high) - Shadows and reflectionsSoft diffuse shadows beneath the soles and subtle reflective highlights on the leather surfaces from studio lights.
Colors
gloss black· upper (leather)matte black· outsole and heel- Overall shapePair of slip-on loafers shown from the rear and slightly offset three-quarter angle; visible parts are the back halves, collar openings, and outsoles.
- 03
Product
Top-down view of a pair of black glossy loafers with gathered/ruching trim around the apron and visible branded insoles.
- Overall silhouetteTwo loafers shown from above, placed side-by-side with toe ends at top of image and heels at bottom; each shoe has a broad squared toe and a thick platform-style sole.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.03 · w 0.94 · h 0.94 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth, high-gloss black material covering the vamp and toe with visible specular highlights and reflections.
2 regions
x 0.15 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.06 · w 0.34 · h 0.48 (high) - Gathered trimRuching or gathered trim runs around the edge of the apron opening, creating a slightly puckered border between upper and vamp.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.04 · w 0.38 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.04 · w 0.38 · h 0.36 (high) - Toe stitching detailVisible stitched seam outlining the apron near the front edge of each shoe where the vamp meets the toe section.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.58 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (medium) - Sole profileThick black sole with a slightly raised outer rim and a narrow lighter-gray midsole band visible around the perimeter.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.10 · w 0.88 · h 0.80 (high) - Insole appearanceDark matte insole visible inside each shoe, contrasting slightly with the glossy upper.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.54 · w 0.26 · h 0.36 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.54 · w 0.26 · h 0.36 (high) - Brand text on insole left“CAMPERLAB”
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Brand text on insole right“CAMPERLAB”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio top-down shot on a light gray background with soft even lighting and subtle shadows beneath the shoes.
- Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing both shoes fully within frame with small gaps to image edges.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft studio lighting producing clear specular highlights on glossy uppers and faint drop shadows beneath shoes.
- Image qualitySharp focus with high detail and minimal noise across the product area.
Colors
gloss black· upper (vamp and toe)matte black· insoledark charcoal· sole mainlight gray· sole edge trim- Overall silhouetteTwo loafers shown from above, placed side-by-side with toe ends at top of image and heels at bottom; each shoe has a broad squared toe and a thick platform-style sole.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Camperlab
MIL 1978 Black long calf hair leather loafers
Variants
6 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4635434 | 1978 Gathered Loafers Men - Black - 40 | CA$330.00 | Yes |
| 4635435 | 1978 Gathered Loafers Men - Black - 41 | CA$330.00 | Yes |
| 4635436 | 1978 Gathered Loafers Men - Black - 42 | CA$330.00 | Yes |
| 4635437 | 1978 Gathered Loafers Men - Black - 43 | CA$330.00 | Yes |
| 4635438 | 1978 Gathered Loafers Men - Black - 44 | CA$330.00 | Yes |
| 4635439 | 1978 Gathered Loafers Men - Black - 45 | CA$330.00 | Yes |