Steve Madden
Parscal Derby Shoes Men
The Parscal derby shoes by Steve Madden are men's dress shoes with a genuine leather upper, open-lace derby construction, and a stacked heel, finished with waxed round laces. They are suitable for formal or smart-casual occasions, featuring a padded footbed with a leather heel layer, a smooth outer sole with non-skid forefoot and heel pieces, and a leather interior lining. Each pair includes dust bags.
- Material
- Genuine Leather
- Gender
- male
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Size
Specifications
Classic derby shoes made with genuine leather, featuring waxed laces and a padded footbed for comfort.
Genuine leather upper, waxed round laces, padded footbed with leather heel layer, non-skid outsole pieces
- Material
- Genuine Leather
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- genuine leather upper
- waxed round laces
- padded footbed with leather heel layer
- smooth outer sole
- non-skid pieces at forefoot and heel
- dust bags included
- derby shoe style
- lace-up closure
Product Insights
The Steve Madden Parscal Derby Shoes Men present a genuine leather upper at $180 CAD, but the corrected-grain construction with a polyurethane coating requires regular conditioning and waterproofing to prevent cracking or peeling. True to length but narrow, the shoes fit best for narrow feet or by sizing up half a size, as the leather won't stretch. The padded footbed cushions casual wear but lacks arch support for prolonged standing, and the outsole grip is limited to non-skid pads at the forefoot and heel. At this price, buyers trade a premium over Steve Madden's typical range for a genuine leather look with tradeoffs in durability, fit, and support.
Verified claims
- Leather grade
- The genuine leather upper is corrected-grain, not full-grain.
- Durability and care
- The polyurethane finish seals the leather and will eventually fail rather than develop a patina. Use a leather conditioner periodically and a waterproof spray, and avoid harsh cleaners.
- Price positioning
- At $180 CAD, the price aligns with corrected-grain construction.
- Fit
- Steve Madden shoes generally fit true to length but run narrow.
- Comfort
- The padded footbed offers decent cushioning for casual all-day wear.
- Footbed support
- The padded footbed may not provide enough support for prolonged standing on concrete or tile; consider adding an orthotic insert for better comfort on hard surfaces.
- Sizing
- For wider feet, size up half a size or choose a wide width if available.
- Value
- At $180 CAD, the Parscal sits above Steve Madden's typical $40–$150 USD band; the genuine leather upper is a step up from lower-priced synthetics, but corrected-grain construction limits durability and patina.
- Underfoot
- The outsole is smooth through the arch and places non-skid rubber pads only at the forefoot and heel—the two ground-contact points during walking—to provide slip resistance without adding bulk.
Product record
- Title
- Parscal Derby Shoes Men
- Brand
- Steve Madden
- Price
- 180 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Right-facing polished black leather derby shoe shown in full side profile with visible open-lace quarters, stacked heel, welted sole edge, and a small tan interior lining visible at the collar.
- Overall silhouetteFull side profile of a single right-facing dress shoe with a tapered, slightly elongated toe and low stacked heel.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.60 · w 0.84 · h 0.31 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth polished black leather upper with a reflective sheen and minimal visible texture.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.60 · w 0.65 · h 0.25 (high) - Lacing and throatOpen-lace construction with a separate eyelet-facing quarter stitched onto the vamp; laces tied flat and visible along the throat.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.54 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high) - Stitching detailContrasting single-line stitching visible along the quarter seam and around the topline, following the shoe contours.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.59 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Toe shapePointed, tapered toe box with a smooth uninterrupted vamp.
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.61 · w 0.28 · h 0.23 (high) - Sole and weltThin dark welted sole edge with a slight elevation at the forefoot and a defined stitched seam where the upper meets the sole.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.78 · w 0.77 · h 0.11 (high) - Heel constructionLow stacked heel with visible horizontal layering and a uniform dark finish.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.73 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Interior liningSmall exposed section of tan/brown interior lining visible at the shoe collar.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.56 · w 0.06 · h 0.07 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a light gray seamless background with soft shadow beneath the shoe and even frontal lighting.
- BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background filling the frame.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly under the shoe following its outline, indicating studio lighting from above.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.85 · w 0.76 · h 0.06 (high) - Shot compositionSide-on profile composition centered horizontally with substantial empty space above the shoe.
Colors
polished black· upper#0C0D0Etan· interior liningdark charcoal· sole and stacked heel#2A2B2D- Overall silhouetteFull side profile of a single right-facing dress shoe with a tapered, slightly elongated toe and low stacked heel.
- 02
Product
Rear views of a pair of polished black leather derby shoes showing stacked heels, center-back seam, welt stitching, and tan leather interior linings.
- Heel constructionStacked dark sole and heel with visible horizontal layer lines and a slightly squared heel profile.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.70 · w 0.52 · h 0.24 (high) - Polished leather upperSmooth, high-gloss black leather upper with a visible reflection gradient and minimal texture.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.25 · w 0.55 · h 0.45 (high) - Center-back seamVertical stitched center-back seam visible on the right shoe running from top edge down toward the heel.
1 region
x 0.55 · y 0.34 · w 0.10 · h 0.42 (high) - Welt/stitch lineSingle visible stitch line where the upper meets the sole around the heel perimeter.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.66 · w 0.48 · h 0.16 (high) - Inner liningTan leather interior lining visible at the shoe openings.
2 regions
x 0.56 · y 0.20 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (medium) - Lace eyelet area glimpsesPortions of black laces and the quarters are visible near the top edges of both shoe openings.
2 regions
x 0.66 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.05 · y 0.22 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium) - Interior printed text (illegible)Small printed text block on the tan interior lining that is too small or blurred to read at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.58 · y 0.24 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot cropped to show the rear halves of both shoes on a light neutral seamless background with soft shadows and high-key lighting.
- Shot compositionLow-angle close-up crop focusing on the shoes' heels and rear quarters; toes are out of frame.
- Background and surfaceEven light gray to off-white seamless background and surface with soft shadowing beneath the heels.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft studio lighting producing clear glossy reflections on the leather uppers and gentle shadows under the shoes.
- Image cropBoth shoes are partially cropped by the image edges, with emphasis on the right shoe heel centered in frame.
Colors
gloss black· upper leather#0D0D0Etan leather· interior liningdark charcoal· sole and heel#2E2E31- Heel constructionStacked dark sole and heel with visible horizontal layer lines and a slightly squared heel profile.
- 03
Product
Pair of black polished leather derby shoes shown from a top-down view revealing toe shape, open-lacing, and brown insoles with printed branding.
- Toe shape and finishSquare-toe with a slightly tapered profile and a high-gloss polished leather finish on the vamp and toe cap.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.43 · h 0.45 (high); x 0.51 · y 0.02 · w 0.43 · h 0.45 (high) - Lacing styleOpen-derby lacing with three eyelet pairs and the quarters stitched onto the vamp, laces threaded in a crisscross pattern.
2 regions
x 0.18 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.40 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high) - Lace materialRound, thin laces with a slightly waxed or glossy appearance matching the upper color.
2 regions
x 0.27 · y 0.46 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.63 · y 0.46 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high) - Quarter and stitchingVisible single-row topstitching around the quarters and throatline, stitching tone matches upper and is precise and narrow.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.36 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.56 · y 0.36 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Insole brandingRectangular stitched insole panel in brown leather with debossed printed text.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.64 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.64 · w 0.22 · h 0.28 (high) - Insole text left“STEVE MADDEN”
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.71 · w 0.20 · h 0.15 (high) - Insole subtext left“EST. 1990”
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.82 · w 0.09 · h 0.06 (high) - Insole text right“STEVE MADDEN”
1 region
x 0.59 · y 0.71 · w 0.20 · h 0.15 (high) - Insole subtext right“EST. 1990”
1 region
x 0.65 · y 0.82 · w 0.09 · h 0.06 (high) - Inner collar trimNarrow visible trim along the shoe opening in a lighter tan or gold tone contrasting the black upper.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.60 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Top-down studio shot on a light neutral background with even diffuse lighting producing soft highlights and subtle shadows around the shoes.
- Viewing angleDirect top-down view centered on both shoes, toes pointing toward top of frame.
- Background and surfaceUniform pale gray background with no visible props or packaging.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft studio lighting creating smooth specular highlights on the leather uppers and mild shadows beneath the shoes toward the lower-left of each shoe.
Colors
gloss black· upper#0D0D0Ewarm tan brown· insoles#92634Clight tan gold· inner collar trim#8B8B8B- Toe shape and finishSquare-toe with a slightly tapered profile and a high-gloss polished leather finish on the vamp and toe cap.
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