Pete Molinari is singer songwriter from Chatham Kent. He has made some brilliant records, and we love them, in terms of style think late 50s Early 60s sounding, Johnny Cash , Elvis , Bob Dylan. Pete is a very stylish guy and has many of our shoes and 66 clothing items. He mentioned that he had some very stylish ‘Old School Bowling Shoes’ and we loved them, so as you can guess we have done a version.
We are really happy with the results and think you will love them too. They have a really retro feel about them.
For now just 2 colours, but expect more.
As much as we love smart shoes, we also love the simplicity and casual styling of the old school trainers
There were many considerations behind the development of the trainer, a major one being the desire to create footwear that is still looks stylish when you are dressing casually. For those times when you are popping to the pub, going shopping, or out for the day with mates. Also we wanted something that was “old school”. Some high street brands do the odd retro styling, but then make it in tiny numbers, at limited shops, so that 99% of us don’t get a look in. If they do make a retro style, their designers always tweak it and try to appeal to both retro and modern. Our thoughts were it must look authentic and be as simple but as cool as possible.
The Molinari is true to size, made of good leather requiring little wearing in. To say we are pleased with the results is an understatement.
In terms of styling , they are perfect with with jeans or shorts. You may notice that we have teamed them up with Gabicci tops, but there are loads of tops that the range of colours will work well with.
Sizing Advice – These are roomy, i am 8.5 and had an 8, they wore extremely quickly. After a few days very very comfortable. One of the staff here at Mod Shoes agrees they are easily our most comfortable trainer yet, and he especially likes the padded inner
Specs
Upper Leather
Sole Man-Made
Sizes 6 – 12
Mens Sizing
We use the following size conversions. Please be aware that different designs are designed to be bigger than others. We try our best on the product page to mention sizing.
Men’s Sizes
UK | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
Euro | 40 | 41 | 42 | 43 | 44 | 45 | 46 |
US | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 |
Please Note that are shoes are made mainly in Spain & Portugal and Euro to UK Conversion means that the shoes normally come up a little big. The reason is that a 43, is more like 9 and 1/4.
Warren –
Have them in blue and love them. Great fit and description spot on, giving you a good indication of what to expect when you open the box . Great stuff !
Nick Chapman (verified owner) –
I now have three pairs of old style trainers and I think this pair are my favourite. Super comfy from the first time I slip them on to my feet. Love the combination of colours.
Paul Rutter –
Fab old school style trainers, look great and are super comfy with the padded inner. Look great with jeans or paired with stay press or chinos for a smarter look. True to size for me, similar fitting to the Riccos. Five stars!!