Steve Madden
Planche Derby Shoes Men
The Planche Derby Shoes for men are a classic lace-up dress shoe from Steve Madden, featuring a smooth genuine leather upper and a round cap toe. Designed for everyday wear, they include a cushioned-heel footbed with a synthetic leather topcover and a textile lining for comfort. The non-skid rubber outer sole at the forefoot and heel provides reliable traction.
- Material
- Smooth genuine leather upper, textile lining
- Gender
- male
- Style
- classic, formal, smart-casual
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Color
Size
Specifications
Classic derby shoes with smooth genuine leather upper and cushioned footbed.
Smooth genuine leather upper, textile lining, round cap toe, cushioned-heel footbed with synthetic leather topcover, non-skid rubber outer sole at forefoot and heel.
- Material
- Smooth genuine leather upper, textile lining
- Style
- classic, formal, smart-casual
- Occasion
- work, formal, business-casual
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Shoes
Additional Attributes
- smooth genuine leather upper
- textile lining
- round cap toe
- cushioned-heel footbed
- synthetic leather topcover
- non-skid rubber outer sole
- forefoot and heel rubber sole
- classic derby silhouette
Product Insights
The Steve Madden Planche Derby Shoes Men, priced at $180 CAD, are true to size with half sizes from 8 to 11.5 (wide feet size up half); the Derby open lacing adjusts for high instep and reduces pressure during movement. A 1-inch heel minimizes forefoot pressure for all-day wear, and the cushioned footbed delivers immediate comfort. The leather upper molds over several wears, with a snug fit initially ideal. Non-skid rubber provides traction on polished and wet surfaces, and the rubber sole outlasts leather on concrete while resisting rain, slush, and road salt for year-round wear. The thin 1.8mm rubber sole preserves the sleek dress-shoe look. The cap-toe derby design suits formal to smart casual occasions, pairing naturally with heavy textured fabrics like flannel. At $99.95, it includes cap toe, padded footbed, topy sole, and non-skid grip—features the $135 Edwards lacks, making it a better value. Creasing on the vamp is natural, controlled by cedar shoe trees, and scuffs can be concealed with pigmented shoe cream. The stitched cap toe on a round derby fits both formal and dress-casual occasions.
Verified claims
- Fit
- True to size; half sizes from 8 to 11.5; wide feet should size up half.
- Instep
- Derby open lacing adjusts for high instep and reduces pressure during movement.
- Heel
- 1-inch heel minimizes forefoot pressure for all-day wear.
- Comfort
- 1-inch heel and cushioned footbed deliver immediate, all-day comfort.
- Break-in
- Leather upper molds to the foot over several wears; snug fit at first is ideal.
- Traction
- Non-skid rubber at forefoot and heel provides traction on polished surfaces.
- Durability
- Rubber sole outlasts leather on concrete and reduces need for resoling.
- Weather resistance
- Rubber sole resists rain, slush, and road salt, enabling year-round wear.
- Appearance
- Thin rubber sole (1.8mm) preserves the derby's sleek dress-shoe look.
- Occasion range
- Pairs with suits and jeans for work, weddings, and casual looks.
- Fabric pairing
- Rounded toe silhouette pairs naturally with heavy textured fabrics like flannel.
- Weather grip
- Rubber sole provides grip on wet surfaces while remaining sleek.
- Included features
- At $99.95 includes cap toe, padded footbed, topy sole, and non-skid grip—details the $135 Edwards lacks.
- Versatility
- Cap-toe derby design works with formal to smart casual—cutting cost per wear.
- Outsole
- Non-skid rubber outsole provides traction, weather resistance, and longer sole life on pavement.
- Creasing
- Creasing on the vamp is natural; cedar shoe trees control depth.
- Scuff repair
- Superficial scuffs can be concealed with pigmented shoe cream.
- Value
- At $99.95, it's cheaper than the Edwards while adding cap toe and padded footbed.
- Styling
- Stitched cap toe on a round derby suits both formal and dress-casual occasions.
Product record
- Title
- Planche Derby Shoes Men
- Brand
- Steve Madden
- Price
- 180 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Right-side view of a single black leather derby shoe with closed toe cap, five-eyelet open-lacing quarters, low stacked heel and visible tan interior lining.
- Overall silhouetteLow-profile dress shoe shown in right-side profile with a gently rounded toe and a defined toe cap seam.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.44 · w 0.88 · h 0.36 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth high-gloss black leather surface with visible specular highlights along the vamp and quarters.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.36 · w 0.74 · h 0.30 (high) - Lacing and throatFive pairs of eyelets with round black laces in an open-derby style; the facing is stitched onto the quarter.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.33 · w 0.22 · h 0.14 (high) - Toe cap detailSingle stitched seam across the toe creating a classic cap-toe detail.
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.56 · w 0.30 · h 0.12 (high) - Welt and sole joinVisible stitched welt line and slim welt profile where upper meets the sole; sole is thin and slightly tapered.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.70 · w 0.80 · h 0.12 (high) - Heel constructionLow stacked heel with alternating wood-tone layers and a thin dark rubber heel cap.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.72 · w 0.13 · h 0.10 (high) - Interior liningTan colored interior lining visible along the collar opening.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.06 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a neutral light gray background with soft shadow beneath the shoe and even frontal lighting producing reflections on the leather.
- Shot compositionSingle shoe centered horizontally on a light gray seamless background with generous negative space above.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsEven studio lighting creating clear specular highlights on the leather vamp and subtle soft shadow directly beneath the shoe.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.38 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - Image croppingEntire shoe is visible within the frame with a small margin at the left and right edges and ample space above the collar.
Colors
gloss black· upper leather#141413tan· interior liningstacked brown· heel stack#55423Bdark brown· sole edge#2C2A26- Overall silhouetteLow-profile dress shoe shown in right-side profile with a gently rounded toe and a defined toe cap seam.
- 02
Product
Pair of black polished leather derby shoes shown from the rear/three-quarter view with visible stacked brown heels and tan leather interior lining.
- Overall viewRear and lateral portions of two black polished leather derby shoes shown on a flat surface; right shoe is foreground, left shoe is partially visible behind.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.48 · w 0.90 · h 0.45 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth high-gloss black leather upper with reflective sheen and visible light highlights.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - Heel constructionStacked layered heel with horizontal brown wood-like layers topped by a thin black outsole layer.
2 regions
x 0.45 · y 0.73 · w 0.36 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.03 · y 0.75 · w 0.36 · h 0.12 (medium) - Interior liningTan leather interior lining visible at the shoe opening.
2 regions
x 0.50 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.12 · y 0.42 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium) - Stitching detailVisible tonal stitching around heel counter and along the side seam connecting quarters; stitches contrast subtly against the gloss finish.
1 region
x 0.35 · y 0.52 · w 0.48 · h 0.28 (high) - Insole printed text presenceSmall block of printed text is present on the inner heel area of the right shoe but characters are too small and partially obscured to read clearly at this resolution.Partial
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.44 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot on a light neutral background with soft shadows under the shoes; image framed to emphasize heels and rear-quarter details.
- Background and surfaceUniform light gray background and surface with minimal texture, creating a clean studio presentation.
- Lighting and reflectionsSoft directional lighting from above-left producing subtle highlights and reflected glare on the glossy leather surfaces.
- Composition and croppingShoes are cropped with full heels visible near the lower third of the image and a large empty area above; right shoe is foreground and nearer the camera than the left shoe.
Colors
gloss black· upper leather#0E0E0Btan leather· interior liningmedium brown wood· stacked heel layers#6B4C43- Overall viewRear and lateral portions of two black polished leather derby shoes shown on a flat surface; right shoe is foreground, left shoe is partially visible behind.
- 03
Product
Top-down view of a pair of black polished leather derby shoes with closed lacing, stitched cap-toe detail, visible black laces, and tan inner lining with black rectangular insole labels reading STEVE MADDEN.
- Overall shapePair of men's dress shoes shown from above, each with a tapered square-toe silhouette and a stitched cap-toe seam across the forefoot.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.02 · w 0.43 · h 0.96 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.02 · w 0.43 · h 0.96 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth, polished black leather upper with glossy highlights and visible reflected light patches on each vamp.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.02 · w 0.41 · h 0.60 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.60 (high) - Lacing and eyeletsClosed-lacing (derby style) with five visible eyelets per side and round black laces threaded in crisscross pattern.
2 regions
x 0.13 · y 0.46 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.46 · w 0.30 · h 0.28 (high) - Stitching detailVisible neat topstitching along the cap-toe seam and around the eyelet panels, matching the upper color.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.18 · w 0.41 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.53 · y 0.18 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high) - Inner lining visibleTan brown inner lining around the heel collar visible inside both shoes.
2 regions
x 0.17 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.71 · y 0.72 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Insole labelBlack rectangular insole label with white vertically centered text inside each shoe near the heel.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Insole label text“STEVE MADDEN”
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.66 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Studio-style top-down photograph on a uniform light gray background with even lighting and minimal shadows framing the shoes symmetrically.
- Shot compositionTop-down centered composition showing both shoes in parallel, heels toward the bottom of the frame and toes toward the top.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background with subtle soft shadows beneath the shoes.
- Image qualityHigh resolution with clear focus on shoe surfaces and visible specular highlights; no visible compression artifacts.
Colors
gloss black· upper leather#0E0E0Atan brown· inner lining#7D6244matte black· insole label#0D0E0B- Overall shapePair of men's dress shoes shown from above, each with a tapered square-toe silhouette and a stitched cap-toe seam across the forefoot.
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Customer Reviews
2 total2 reviews · out of 5
Très bien
Pour le prix . . . Très bien ! Normalement, je prend du 11. . 11 1/2 j'ai du prendre du 12
Excellente chaussure!
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