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RS 01 Lightweight Desert Taupe – runner sneakers in taupe nubuck leather and mesh
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RS 01 Lightweight Desert Taupe
Runners

RS 01 Lightweight Desert Taupe

Silky nubuck, breathable mesh
Dhs. 829
4.6 18 reviews

Desert TaupeNubuck / Mesh

Choose your size

True to size. Between sizes, take the bigger one.

Size guide

Find your size.

True to size. Between sizes, take the bigger one.

Sizes

EU UK US Foot in cm
39 5 6 24.8 – 25.3
40 6 7 25.4 – 25.9
41 7 8 26.0 – 26.6
42 8 9 26.7 – 27.2
43 9 10 27.3 – 27.7
44 10 11 27.8 – 28.3
45 11 12 28.4 – 29.0
46 12 13 29.1 – 29.7
47 13 14 29.8 – 30.4
48 14 15 30.5 – 31.1

This is the length of your foot, not of the shoe. The shoe is a little longer, so your toes have room.

Measure your foot

  1. Put a sheet of paper against a wall. Stand on it in socks, with your heel against the wall.
  2. Mark the tip of your longest toe.
  3. Measure from the wall to the mark and find that length in the table.

Measure at the end of the day, when your feet are at their largest.

Our team is happy to help Talk to one of us
  • Ships next working day, then 5 working days
  • Delivered with FedEx
  • Returns and exchanges until 31 December
  • Handmade in Portugal, in a family-owned atelier

How does it fit?

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Frequently bought together.

Description

A runner shape, drawn down to its outline. The RS 01 keeps the low nose and long line of a running shoe and carries it on a sole light enough to forget after a few steps. A mesh upper that breathes, with nubuck overlays where the shoe takes the most wear, and a mesh lining that lets heat out. Easy underfoot, all day.
Premium features
  • A runner sole, light enough that you forget it after a few steps.
  • Handmade in Portugal, in a family-run factory. Designed in the Netherlands.
  • A mesh upper that breathes, with nubuck overlays where the shoe takes the most wear.
  • Every finished pair is inspected before it goes in the box.
  • Between 20 and 40 separate components in every pair, passing through many hands.
  • Removable memory foam insole. Softens to your foot.
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  • Mesh lining that lets heat out. Keeps a light shoe wearable through summer.
  • The ETQ signature square at the heel.
  • A reusable travel bag comes in the box, for wherever the shoes go next.
  • Order one pair and the white box is the shipping box. No second carton to throw away.
Size & fit

ETQ runners have a close, athletic fit, slim through the toe and forefoot. Most people take their usual size. Between sizes, or want more room? Take the bigger one.

Sports socks are thicker than everyday socks, so keep that in mind when you choose.

View size guide
Material info

A breathable upper made from a mix of fine mesh and durable nubuck offers lightness and structure where needed. The interior features ETQ’s signature removable insole, providing the comfort you have grown accustomed to. Every element of this sneaker reflects our commitment to clean design and premium materials.
Removable insole
Shipping & Delivery

Order before 16:00 and we ship your order the same working day.

Country Shipping Delivery
United Arab Emirates
FedEx · before 16:00 		Approx. €25–70
exact costs shown at checkout 		5 days

Good to know

  • We ship on working days. On New Year’s Day, King’s Day, Christmas Day and Boxing Day, we take a day off.
  • Delivery times are a guide. Very occasionally it takes a day longer, for example while your payment is still being processed.
  • We don’t deliver to PO boxes.

Insured in transit

Your order is insured until it reaches you. Sometimes we ask for a signature on delivery; from then on, the parcel is your responsibility. If someone else signs for you, their signature counts as proof of delivery.

Ordering from outside the EU?

Outside the EU (except the UK), you don’t pay Dutch VAT: the 21% comes off your order automatically at checkout, as soon as you enter your address or switch country or currency. 5% import duty and 5% VAT generally apply, plus a FedEx handling fee, on or after delivery.

Questions about shipping? Our customer service is happy to help.
Returns & exchanges

14 days to return or exchange

Doesn’t fit the way you hoped? Register your return or exchange in our return portal within 14 days of receiving your order.

Country Return fee Exchange
All other countries See return portal Carrier of choice

Good to know

  • Send your items back clean and unworn, with their tags and packaging. That way we can process them quickly.
  • Underwear can only be returned with the seal intact.
  • Returning more than one item? We charge a €2 handling fee for each extra item.
  • You can also send your return with your own carrier. Even so, we recommend our return portal: if your parcel goes missing on the way, we’re responsible, and we process your return faster. We can’t reimburse the cost of your own carrier.
  • Price difference because of a promotion? We make up for it with a voucher.
  • If an item doesn’t meet these conditions, we may refund it in part or not at all.

Returning from outside the EU?

Outside the EU (except the UK), any import duties or taxes on your return are yours to pay. More about returns

What our customers say
when wearing it

  • Customer

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 31/10/2026

    Fit: Runs small

    Very comfortable to wear

    Very stylish and comfortable sneakers.

  • james

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 07/10/2026

    Fit: True to size

    Brilliant quality

    Love the minimalistic style, great quality and they are extremely comfy. Will be buying again

  • Wesley

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 25/09/2026

    Fit: True to size

    Stylish and comfortable sneakers

    I'm really happy with these sneakers. They can be worn for both dressy and casual occasions. The color goes with just about everything. But most importantly: the sole is super comfortable!

  • Ian

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 21/09/2026

    So comfortable

    I was very unsure about ordering online, but these were great

  • Sander

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 19/09/2026

    Fit: True to size

    Suitable for both sports and business

    I'm very happy with these shoes! The quality is excellent, and they're sturdy yet incredibly comfortable to walk in. They have a sporty look but are also dressy enough for business settings. That makes them very versatile. The size fits perfectly, so your regular size is ideal. I definitely recommend them!

All customer reviews (18)

  • HS

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 16/09/2026

    Fit: True to size

    Stylish sneakers

    Very fine sneakers to wear at formal and informal occasions. Good quality.

  • Bastiaan

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 07/09/2026

    Fit: True to size

    Perfect

    They fit well and are comfortable to walk in!

  • erik

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 04/09/2026

    Fit: True to size

    Great shoes

    Love them so far. Sturdy soles so you can walk comfortably for longer. Very stylish

  • Anoniem

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 24/08/2026

    Fit: True to size

    Beautiful shoes and excellent customer service

    The shoes look just like they do in the photos and are comfortable to walk in. Customer service is really great, and questions are addressed quickly and effectively.

  • Elliot

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 02/08/2026

    Fit: Runs small

    RS 01 Lightweight Anthracite

    A decent pair of trainers, stylish, comfortable and well made. My only gripe with ETQ is their sizes come up small with their footwear.

  • Wouter

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 31/07/2026

    Fit: True to size

    Walking like slippers

    These are gorgeous sneakers, and they're incredibly comfortable to walk in, too!

  • Eric

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 31/07/2026

    Great shoes!

    I’ve been a customer ever since the store opened in Amsterdam! Unfortunately, my favorite suede summer sneakers aren’t made anymore. I think that’s a missed opportunity! They were as comfortable as slippers! I wear the others in the winter—they’re a bit stiffer! But they’re great.

  • Pieter

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 17/07/2026

    Fit: True to size

    High quality well fitting shoes

    I was looking for high quality shoes that I can wear all day without fatigue. Well I found them with these runners: comfortable, solid, excellent support, good looking. What else would one need?

  • Mostapha

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 26/05/2026

    Fit: True to size

    They are comfortable

  • Marcel

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 07/02/2026

    Fit: True to size

    Have already received compliments on the shoe

  • Steve

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 24/12/2025

    Fit: True to size

    Excellent Fit

    I have wide feet and got the wide version. Most shoes seem to take a while to break in before they’re comfortable, but these felt great right away.

  • Chris

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 30/09/2026

    Fit: True to size

    Poor quality material

    The white mid sole is impossible to clean. Had I known it was of this quality I would of never had bought.

  • MK

    Verified Buyer

    ★★★★★ · 23/11/2025

    Fit: True to size

    Got the looks, not the feel

    Got these looking for office trainers, and they look great. Fit perfectly. But wearing them a whole day made me feel that they don't carry the same cushioning. I'l probably get inlay soles for these as otherwise I like them a lot. Especially with these type of shoes comfort matters a lot.

Handmade in Portugal.

Cut from premium nappa, full grain and suede, then built on the last by makers who do little else. It takes years to master a shoe. We’re still finding ways to make it better.

See how it's made

One box. Nothing wasted.

Order one pair and it ships in the white box, no second carton, nothing thrown away. Inside, a reusable ETQ travel bag for wherever they go next. A detail you notice after you buy, not just before.

Our leathers.

Where our leather comes from, how it wears and why no two pairs are exactly the same.

Read more

Questions about the RS 01 Lightweight

How does the RS 01 fit?

A close, athletic fit, slim through the toe and forefoot. Most people take their usual size. Between sizes, or want more room? Take the bigger one. Sports socks are thicker than everyday socks, so keep that in mind when you choose.

Do you have half sizes?

No, we only make whole sizes. Between two sizes? Take the bigger one: you can fill a little space, but you can't add length. A slightly thicker insole or thicker socks take up the extra room, and the insole lifts out, so swapping it takes seconds.

How do I look after nubuck?

Protect it with a nubuck spray before your first wear, and again every few weeks. Brush it dry with a nubuck brush to lift dust and bring the colour back; a nubuck eraser takes care of most marks. Skip wax, cream and wet cloths. Caught in the rain? Stuff the shoes with paper, dry them slowly at room temperature, away from the heater, then brush. Nubuck is a natural material, so small colour differences between batches are normal.

What is the RS 01 made of?

A mesh upper that breathes, with nubuck overlays where the shoe takes the most wear, and a mesh lining that lets heat out. It sits on a light runner sole, built for walking a city all day.

Can I take the insole out?

Yes. The insole lifts out, so you can fit a fresh one or your own orthotics.

How do returns work if it doesn't fit?

Open our return portal and choose your new size: it ships as soon as your return is on its way, and you don't need to place a new order. Prefer a different colour or model? Choose store credit and order again, or choose a refund. Costs per country are on our returns page.

Is there a warranty on my ETQ product?

Yes, manufacturing defects are covered by the statutory warranty. Something not right? Send us a photo and your order number and we’ll find a solution together. Normal wear and damage from use are not covered.

Do you have a store?

We don't have our own store: ETQ is online only. You order here and try everything on at home. If it isn't right, you can exchange or return it through our return portal.

Something not right? Tell us.

We’ll sort it out with you. And it goes back to the studio, so the next version is better.

  • We’re here for you

    Something not quite as you hoped? We’ll look at it together.

  • Between two sizes

    Tell us what you normally wear and we’ll give you our honest advice.

  • Send a photo

    With your order number. We’ll look at it and tell you what we see.

  • A solution that suits you

    We’ll find what works for you, not what’s easiest for us.

Questions about this model?

Get a direct answer about the RS 01 Lightweight Desert Taupe: size, material, care and more.

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