
Steve Madden
Cigma Derby Shoes Men
The Cigma Derby Shoes for men by Steve Madden have a faux-leather upper, waxed round laces, and a padded footbed with a leather upper layer at the heel. They feature a five-eyelet derby construction with a stitched brown welt and a non-skid embossed rubber outsole, making them suitable for formal and business-casual wear.
- Material
- Faux-leather upper, padded footbed with leather upper layer in the heel, non-skid embossed outer sole
- Gender
- male
- Style
- classic, smart-casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Size
Specifications
Men's derby shoes with faux-leather upper, waxed laces, padded footbed, and non-skid outsole.
Faux-leather upper, waxed round laces, padded footbed with leather heel layer, non-skid embossed outsole
- Material
- Faux-leather upper, padded footbed with leather upper layer in the heel, non-skid embossed outer sole
- Style
- classic, smart-casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- faux-leather upper
- waxed round laces for a neat finish
- padded footbed with leather upper layer in the heel
- non-skid embossed outer sole
- derby shoe style
- lace-up closure
- men's footwear
Product Insights
The Steve Madden Cigma Derby Shoes offer a fashion-forward occasional dress shoe option at $120 CAD, but their polyurethane faux leather upper and fast-fashion construction result in a lifespan of 1-2 years with careful weekly wear and newspaper storage, cracking without such care; heavy use can lead to failure in months. Sizing is US-only with a snugger fit due to padded footbed, and the brand is warned against for dress shoes, with Reddit advising purchase only at 50% off, making them best for intermittent wear rather than daily use.
Verified claims
- Material
- Upper is polyurethane faux leather; lasts 1-2 years with care, cracks without.
- Value
- At $120 CAD, these fast-fashion shoes are overpriced; Reddit advises buying at 50% off.
- Durability
- Lasts 1-2 years regular wear; heavy use may cause failure in months.
- Brand reputation
- Warned against in r/malefashionadvice as a brand to avoid for dress shoes.
- Use case
- Best for occasional, fashion-forward use; not for daily wear.
- Sizing
- US sizing only; no EU/UK conversions on page
- Fit
- Snugger fit than standard derbies due to padded footbed; laces allow adjustment
- Break-in
- Heel locks due to leather lining; forefoot foam compresses faster, breaking in sooner
- Occasion
- Buyers find these most suitable for occasional dress occasions, not for everyday wear.
- Care
- Buyers report that weekly wear and newspaper storage extend the shoes' lifespan to 1-2 years.
- Lifespan
- Shoes typically last 1–2 years with weekly wear.
Product record
- Title
- Cigma Derby Shoes Men
- Brand
- Steve Madden
- Price
- 120 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01

Product
Left-side profile of a single black leather derby shoe showing smooth upper, five-eyelet closed lacing, visible stitching, stacked brown welt and dark brown rubber sole.
- View and orientationLeft-side profile view of one shoe placed horizontally with toe to the right and heel to the left.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.48 · w 0.94 · h 0.40 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth black leather upper with a low sheen and uniform surface; no visible grain or texture.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.50 · w 0.70 · h 0.28 (high) - Lacing and quartersFive pairs of eyelets with closed lacing; thin round black laces threaded through the eyelets and tied flat on top.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.46 · w 0.19 · h 0.14 (high) - Vamp and toe shapeSmooth plain vamp flowing to a gently rounded almond toe with a slightly elongated silhouette.
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.54 · w 0.36 · h 0.20 (high) - Heel counter and seamLow heel counter with curved seam lines and topstitching visible where the counter meets the quarter.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high) - Welt and midsole detailContrasting brown stacked welt or midsole strip with visible decorative stitching along the seam between upper and sole.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.69 · w 0.84 · h 0.09 (high) - Outsole profileDark brown flat rubber outsole with a small rectangular heel block and a shallow notch cutout under the arch.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.75 · w 0.86 · h 0.12 (high) - Interior lining glimpseThin visible strip of tan or light brown interior lining at the shoe opening near the heel area.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.50 · w 0.07 · h 0.05 (medium) - TopstitchingFine tonal topstitching outlines the quarters, vamp seam and welt attachment; stitches are evenly spaced and visible against the leather.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.52 · w 0.72 · h 0.25 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a pale grey seamless background with soft even lighting and a subtle shadow below the shoe.
- BackgroundUniform pale grey backdrop filling the frame with no visible texture or props.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the shoe extending slightly to the right, indicating top-left lighting.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.81 · w 0.86 · h 0.08 (high) - Image crop and compositionShoe is centered horizontally near the lower third of the image with ample empty space above.
Colors
black· upper#0C0D0Emedium brown· welt/midsole strip#6B6A6Ddark brown· outsole#443E3Btan· interior lining- View and orientationLeft-side profile view of one shoe placed horizontally with toe to the right and heel to the left.
- 02

Product
Rear-quarter view of a pair of black leather derby shoes showing the heel counters, stacked midsole, welt stitching and part of the interior lining; laces and eyelet area are partially visible at the top edges.
- Heel counter shapeSmooth rounded heel counters with a continuous outer panel and single visible stitch lines following the rear and side seams.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.33 · w 0.44 · h 0.47 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.30 · w 0.40 · h 0.44 (high) - Upper material and finishBlack smooth leather upper with a polished low-sheen finish producing soft specular highlights.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.72 · h 0.40 (high) - Welt and midsole constructionVisible welt with contrast brown midsole layer above a dark rubber outsole; welt stitching visible along the seam between upper and midsole.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.68 · w 0.75 · h 0.22 (high) - OutsoleThick dark brown/gray rubber outsole with a flat heel block profile.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.78 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - Lace area visibleTop edges of the shoes show portions of closed lacing and eyelet facings, partially visible and cropped by the image top.
2 regions
x 0.48 · y 0.06 · w 0.44 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.05 · y 0.12 · w 0.36 · h 0.22 (medium) - Interior lining text (partial)“CIGMA”Partial
1 region
x 0.57 · y 0.11 · w 0.18 · h 0.11 (medium) - Interior lining illegible blockSmall block of printed text on the tan interior lining, too small or partially obscured to read at this resolution.Uncertain
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.10 (low)
Other
Studio-style image with neutral light gray background and soft diffuse lighting; shoes are placed on a flat surface casting faint shadows; composition crops the top of the shoes.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and floor with a faint shadow beneath the shoes.
- Shot compositionRear-quarter close-up of both shoes with the right shoe slightly closer to camera; image is cropped across the top of the uppers.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft diffuse lighting producing gentle highlights on the leather without hard shadows or specular glare.
Colors
black· upper#0E0E0Etan· interior liningmedium brown· midsole/welt#645A52dark brown-gray· outsole#49413E- Heel counter shapeSmooth rounded heel counters with a continuous outer panel and single visible stitch lines following the rear and side seams.
- 03

Product
Top-down view of a pair of polished black derby shoes shown side-by-side; visible features include smooth glossy uppers, five-eyelet lacing, brown stitched welt, tan insoles with printed text, and a small blue patterned inner lining at the heel.
- Overall shapeTwo symmetrical derby shoes shown from above with rounded elongated toe boxes and standard derby open-lacing quarters.
- Upper material and finishSmooth glossy black leather or leather-like upper with visible specular highlights on each toe cap.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.03 · w 0.42 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.03 · w 0.42 · h 0.45 (high) - LacingEach shoe has five pairs of eyelets with round black laces tied flat within the throat; laces pass through the open-quarters typical of derby construction.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.36 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high) - Welt and stitchingVisible brown welt running around the perimeter of each shoe with contrasting visible stitching between the upper and sole.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.96 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.96 (high) - Insole material and edgeTan-brown insole visible in each shoe with a smooth finish and a stitched perimeter detail near the heel.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.62 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.62 · w 0.32 · h 0.28 (high) - Inner heel lining patternSmall area of blue patterned fabric lining visible at the inner heel of each shoe.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.72 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high) - Right insole text“STEVE MADDEN”
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.66 · w 0.25 · h 0.18 (high) - Right insole subtext“EST 1990”
1 region
x 0.69 · y 0.74 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high) - Left insole text“STEVE MADDEN”
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.66 · w 0.25 · h 0.18 (high) - Left insole subtext“EST 1990”
1 region
x 0.27 · y 0.74 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio-style top-down shot on a neutral light gray background with even diffuse lighting and soft shadows; image is centered and cropped to show both shoes entirely.
- Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing both shoes in full with equal spacing and symmetrical alignment.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background with no visible props.
- Lighting and reflectionsEven diffuse lighting produces subtle specular highlights on the leather toe boxes and soft shadows beneath the outer edges of the shoes.
Colors
gloss black· upper#0E0E0Emedium brown· welt and stitching#5A5B5Dtan brown· insole#A2755Broyal blue patterned· inner heel lining
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
5 threads · r/malefashionadvice, r/femalefashionadvice, r/Boots, r/mensfashionadviceReddit generally views Steve Madden shoes as low-quality, fast-fashion items that may last only a year or two, though some users have had durable boots, making the brand acceptable only at steep discounts.
The majority of comments criticize poor materials, construction, and quick wear. Some users report positive experiences with specific boots, but overall the brand is recommended against for dress shoes.
Themes
Use Cases
- Office and casual daily wear
- Short-term fashion rather than long-term investment
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Aldo, Cole Haan, Nine West
Considered similar low-quality, fast-fashion dress shoe brands; all are recommended to avoid at full price.
vs Thursday Boots, Allen Edmonds
Much lower quality than entry-level goodyear welted brands; not suitable for those seeking durability and repairability.
Source Threads
PSA warning about Steve Madden's low quality
Steve Madden has a reputation for low quality, don't purchase anything from them.
u/[deleted]r/malefashionadviceView thread →
List of men's dress shoe brands to avoid includes Steve Madden
These guys are cobblers. Not a lot of talk about price here, but they're all really brands to avoid. 10. Cole Haan (perhaps comfortable, but low quality) 9. Bostonian 8. Aldo 7. Florsheim (however, vintage Florsheim Imperials are good) 6. Steve Madden
u/danhakimir/malefashionadviceView thread →
Steve Madden quality similar to other mid-range brands, lasting 1-2 years
Steve Madden, Dolce Vita, and Nine West quality is similar. They’ll probably last ~1-2 years with 1-3x weekly wear.
u/purrtato_meowsr/femalefashionadviceView thread →
Steve Madden seen as fast fashion with fake leather
From my experience? Fast fashion, typically fake leather. Haven't bothered to look up your model, but at that price, even if it's actual leather, I doubt it's anything half decent. Don't expect it to last any longer than your typical sneakers.
u/Shadowrunner808r/BootsView thread →
Steve Madden shoes fell apart after half a year
My Steve maddens fell completely apart after about half a year, plain white shoes that were like $160. I stick to white leather converse now
u/homestuckinmybedr/mensfashionadviceView thread →