The following list shows all of the current leather colors used in our workshop.
You will notice that our smooth, full grain leathers come in a variety of grades and styles. We have found some of these to work well on certain shoes, but not on others. For this reason, when you choose to custom design a shoe with smooth leather then you will only see the recommended leather types for that style.
NOVA Smooth Leathers (full grain)
NOVA
White
NOVA
Black
NOVA
Slate
NOVA
Clay
NOVA
Chocolate
NOVA
Cranberry
NOVA
Red
NOVA
Flamingo
NOVA
Orange
NOVA
Yellow
NOVA
Grass Green
NOVA
Peacock
NOVA
Turquoise
NOVA
Cerulean
NOVA
Lagoon
NOVA
Navy
NOVA
Purple
Nova Leather Details...
Nova is a durable full grain leather that is slightly stiffer than our other smooth leather options. It is used for shoes that need the extra stiffness for proper support. This includes most of our shoes that are stitched directly to the sole, such as our Classics, Sandals, Ramblers and Merry Janes. Texture appearance looks the same as our Sublime and Vegetable Tanned leathers, though grain size can vary throughout every hide.
SUBLIME Smooth Leathers (full grain)
SUBLIME
Smoke
SUBLIME
Flint
SUBLIME
Black
SUBLIME
Chocolate
SUBLIME
Nutmeg
SUBLIME
Macadamia
SUBLIME
Latte
SUBLIME
Soft Mauve
SUBLIME
Eggshell
SUBLIME
Blaze
SUBLIME
Terracotta
SUBLIME
Cider
SUBLIME
Clementine
SUBLIME
Sunflower
SUBLIME
Dijon
SUBLIME
Moss
SUBLIME
Green Tea
SUBLIME
Kiwi
SUBLIME
Forest
SUBLIME
Pacific
SUBLIME
Macaw
SUBLIME
Tahiti
SUBLIME
Navy
SUBLIME
Frost
SUBLIME
Elderberry
SUBLIME
Rhubarb
SUBLIME
Fuchsia
SUBLIME
Tulip
SUBLIME
Black with
Glossy Black
Stars
Sublime Leather Details...
Sublime is a durable full grain leather that is slightly softer and more supple than Nova. We use this leather for our "turned" shoes (those that are made inside-out and then turned so the seams are on the inside) because the softer texture wraps around the foot well for a cozy fit. Used for our Roo moccasins, Dash RunAmocs and Primal RunAmocs. The texture of Sublime leather looks the same as our Nova and Vegetable Tanned leathers, though grain size can vary throughout every hide.
Specialty Smooth Leathers (full grain)
AGED
Black
AGED
Walnut
AGED
Whiskey
AGED
Parchment
AGED
Acorn
AGED
Oxblood
AGED
Rosewood
AGED
Driftwood
AGED
Eucalyptus
AGED
Cypress
VEGETABLE TANNED
Black
VEGETABLE TANNED
Shiitake
VEGETABLE TANNED
Grey Plum
SHINY
Platinum
SHINY
Pewter
SHINY
Pink
SHINY
Lilac
SHINY
Gold
SHINY
Aqua
OIL TANNED
Carob
OIL TANNED
Morel
OIL TANNED
Marlin
OIL TANNED
Black
OIL TANNED
Hydra
DUBLIN
Black
DUBLIN
Hickory
DUBLIN
Currant
CORK
Black & Gold
HIGHLINE
Black
HIGHLINE
Espresso
REFLECTIVE
RAINBOW
COLORADO
Roasted Chestnut
COLORADO
Stout
Specialty Leather Details...
AGED LEATHER: this soft leather has been distressed to give it a rustic look. It is used to make our Rogue shoes and select parts of our other custom shoes. Please note: aged leather peels easily when scuffed.
VEGETABLE TANNED LEATHER: the only leather we import from Europe, due to it's highly sustainable properties. While all of our leather meets our sustainable standards (all of our leather is tanned without formaldehyde and colored with non-toxic food grade dye), this leather goes a step further with a purely vegetable-based tanning process using only grass-fed cows raised on controlled sustainable pastures in Germany's Bavarian Alps. Preferred by people with extreme chemical sensitivity. Due to it's high cost, there is an extra surcharge for use of vegetable-tanned leather in custom shoes. Texture appearance looks similar to Nova and Sublime leathers, though grain size can vary throughout every hide. Please note this "naked" leather is likely to show cosmetic flaws and stains easily, even with just water.
SHINY LEATHER: smooth leather dyed with a glossy finish to give a shiny reflective look. Available for most of our custom shoes that are made from either Nova or Sublime leather. Please note that shiny leather will dull with wear. Here's an example of Shiny Gold toddler moccasins worn for several weeks:
OIL TANNED: Oil tanned are full grain leathers used for Camino Sandals characterized by a vintage, distressed look embracing natural imperfections such as scars and scratches. The leather is not treated with a topcoat or protective layer as it is meant to develop a patina over time.
DUBLIN: Dublin is a thicker, denser top grain leather used for our Hawthorne Chukkas. Sometimes you will also see Dublin leather on other shoe styles in our clearance categories.
CORK: not actually leather, but a very thin fabric lined with actual cork, sometimes painted in decorative patterns. Due to its thin nature, this material is only available for Ballerine heels. Cork is not a standard option and may only be available through special limited edition releases.
REFLECTIVE RAINBOW: not actually leather, but a synthetic fabric. Night reflective for increased safety. Material is a dark gray in most daylight. In headlights or other bright lighting, material turns to a "reflective rainbow." This material is only available for custom Primal RunAmoc side stripes.
COLORADO: Colorado leather is found on our Fireside slippers and Primal Chelsea Boots. Featuring Aniline finish, this leather has a thin film that preserves the natural appearance and texture of the leather. Due to having a more "naked" finish, we recommend periodically conditioning and/or waterproofing your Primal Chelsea Boots.
PLONGE Leathers
PLONGE
White
PLONGE
Graphite
PLONGE
Black
PLONGE
Auburn
PLONGE
Hazelnut
PLONGE
Sandalwood
PLONGE
Kona
PLONGE
Taupe
PLONGE
Pearl
PLONGE
Red
PLONGE
Fuchsia
PLONGE
Shiny Gold
PLONGE
Teal
PLONGE
Royal Blue
PLONGE
Robin's Egg

PLONGE
Metallic Bronze
PLONGE
Rustic Crimson
PLONGE
Rustic Umber
PLONGE
Warhol
PLONGE
Kaleidoscope
PLONGE
Amethyst
PLONGE
Minnow
PLONGE
Cream with Shiny Gold Stars
Plonge Leather Details...
Plonge is the softest and lightest leather we could find! Since it is so thin and buttery soft, plonge leather works great for our baby Buttercup moccasins and the decorative trim on our adult Ballerine flats and is only used for these two styles.
NUBUCK Leathers
NUBUCK
Pebble
NUBUCK
Black
NUBUCK
Coffee
NUBUCK
Scotch
NUBUCK
Merlot
NUBUCK
Loden
NUBUCK
Denim
NUBUCK
Oregon Grape
NUBUCK
Leopard
Nubuck Leather Details...
Nubuck is a top-grain bovine leather that has been sanded or buffed on the grain side, or outside, to give a slight nap of short protein fibers for a velvet-like surface. Nubuck is unique because it has the durability of a top-grain leather with a soft touch that feels similar to a suede leather. This leather is used for adult Roo moccasins, Primal Sawyers and select special edition shoes.
LITE Leathers
LITE
White
LITE
Black
LITE
Blaze
LITE
Fuchsia
LITE
Sunflower
LITE
Turquoise
LITE
Elderberry
PERFORATED
Blush Bubbles
PERFORATED
Soft Mauve Bubbles
LITE Leather Details...
Our LITE leather is a thin full grain leather covered in perforation holes to give shoes extra ventilation. LITE leather is a favorite for runners in hot climates as it helps keep feet cool and dry. This leather is used for our Dash RunAmocs, Moc3 RunAmocs and/or Ballerine flats.
SuperFabric® and Torino Leathers
SUPERFABRIC
Sandstone
SUPERFABRIC
Slate
TORINO
Sandstone
TORINO
Oak
TORINO
Slate
SuperFabric® and Torino Leather Details...
SuperFabric® and Torino leathers are used exclusively for Switchback boots. These materials are known for their extreme durability.
SUPERFABRIC®: an innovative new textile that is nearly indestructible. Performance is enhanced through the configuration of tiny armored plates that provide resistance to a variety of harsh elements. An environmentally friendly solvent-free curing method is used to make this material: no water or phthalates are used and no VOC's (Volatile Organic Compounds) are produced during the process. SuperFabric® is waterproof, yet breathable and is resistant to abrasions, punctures, slashes and stains.
TORINO LEATHER: this uniquely durable leather is made in the USA and pretreated with LeatherShield™ for additional waterproofing and abrasion resistance. It is also anti-bacterial and protected against light fastness.
ELASTIC Straps/Sport Closures (fabric, not leather)
ELASTIC
White
ELASTIC
Flint
ELASTIC
Black
ELASTIC
Brown
ELASTIC
Beige
ELASTIC
Red
ELASTIC
Fuchsia
ELASTIC
Gold
ELASTIC
Royal Blue
ELASTIC
Purple
Elastic Details...
Our cloth elastic is a non-leather (animal-free) material used for the straps of select shoes, including our child sandals and Ballerine flats that feature the optional sport closure. A small amount of elastic is also added to the buckles of our Merry Janes and Solstice Sandles to allow a little stretchy "give". This helps hold the strap secure while allowing the wearer to pull the shoe on or off without needing to unbuckle.
MERINO Wool (not leather)
MERINO
Charcoal
MERINO
Mocha
MERINO
Chai
MERINO
Serene Blue
Merino Wool Details...
This wool fabric, used to make our Zen Moccasins and occasional specialty shoes, is made from 100% merino wool for exceptional softness and comfort. We used the purest and highest quality wool we could find, unlike other wool shoes that are made from blends of lesser wools and synthetics. Not only is our merino wool material made using ecologically-sustainable methods, it is also sourced from humanely-treated sheep.
While we do our best to source our shoemaking materials from within the United States, we sometimes make exceptions for materials that exceed standards for ethical fashion. Our merino wool is sourced from Germany due to its high quality of soft, durable fibers with ethical animal welfare standards and Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 certification. This certification ensures it has been tested to show it does not contain any harmful substances. The limit values for the Standard 100 go beyond international requirements to test for both regulated and non-regulated substances that may be harmful to human health.
Discontinued Colors
The following leather colors are no longer available for new custom shoes, but you may still find these colors on shoes in our clearance category.