DB 01 Suede Desert Taupe Mediterranean Suede
Frequently bought together.
A desert boot sits between a shoe and a boot, which is why it works when neither does. Mid-cut, laced close to the ankle, in suede that softens with wear. Enough structure to hold its shape under a coat. Enough ease to wear with denim. The pair you reach for when the weather turns.
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- Designed in Amsterdam, tailored piece by piece in Portugal.
- Soles offer excellent abrasion and slip resistance.
- Tonal metal eyelets and nylon laces.
- Signed with our square at the heel. No loud logos.
- ETQ design – removable memory foam insoles with moisture management.
- Comes with a multifunctional dust bag made from recycled PET bottles.
- Delivered in a recycled cardboard shoe-and-shipping box (FSC-certified).
- Vulcanised rubber outsole, our own blend of natural and synthetic rubber.
- Ultra soft Mediterranean Suede, tanned at LWG certified tanneries in Italy and Spain.
- Ultra-absorbent and abrasion resistant onSteam® microfiber lining (OEKO-TEX® certified).
- The Strobel construction technique offers extreme flexibility.
- Hand-lasted, then inspected twice before it leaves the atelier.
- Built from 20 to 40 individual components, assembled by hand.
- From the collections Footwear and Desert Boots
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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.
One box. Nothing wasted.
Every pair ships in a crisp white box built to be the shipping box too — 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.
Endless comfort.
A structured silhouette on the outside. Inside, a memory-foam insole with airflow channels that move moisture with every step. The kind of shoe you forget you're wearing — and keep on long after you meant to.
Shop the look
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.
One box. Nothing wasted.
Every pair ships in a crisp white box built to be the shipping box too — 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.
Endless comfort.
A structured silhouette on the outside. Inside, a memory-foam insole with airflow channels that move moisture with every step. The kind of shoe you forget you're wearing — and keep on long after you meant to.
Shipping & Delivery
Orders placed before 23:59 PM will be shipped the same day. Fast like we are furious.
| Region | Carrier | Fee | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| US | FedEx | Free from $300 | 2 - 5 days |
| Canada | FedEx | $29 | 2 - 5 days |
| Netherlands | DHL | Free from €150 | 1 - 2 days |
| Germany | DHL | Free from €150 | 1 - 3 days |
| United Kingdom | Royal Mail | Free from £130 | 1 - 2 days |
| France | La Poste | Free from €150 | 2 - 5 days |
| Denmark | PostNord | Free from 1000 DKK |
2 - 4 days |
| Sweden | PostNord | Free from 2500 SEK |
2 - 5 days |
| Norway | FedEx | €25 | 2 - 5 days |
| Austria | DPD | Free from €150 | 2 - 5 days |
| Switzerland | FedEx | 25 CHF | 2 - 5 days |
| Spain | Correos | Free from €150 | 2 - 5 days |
| Italy | Poste Italiane | Free from €150 | 2 - 5 days |
| Ireland | FedEx | Free from €150 | 2 - 5 days |
| Portugal | FedEx | Free from €150 | 2 - 5 days |
| Greece | FedEx | Free from €150 | 2 - 5 days |
| Poland | GLS | Free from €150 | 2 - 5 days |
| UAE | FedEx | 200 AED | 2 - 5 days |
| Australia New Zealand |
FedEx | 50 AUD 50 NZD |
2 - 5 days |
For inquiries regarding countries not listed, please contact our Customer Service.
Important information
Delivery times are provided as guidelines only and do not take into account possible delays caused by payment authorization and/or stock availability. We are unable to deliver to post office boxes.
Shipping exceptions due to holidays
We do not ship orders on the following public holidays:
New Year’s Day (January 1st)
King’s Day (April 27th)
Christmas Day (December 25th)
Boxing Day (December 26th)
Insurance
ETQ insures each purchase during time in transit until it is delivered to you. Orders may require signature upon delivery, at which point responsibility for the shipment passes to you. If you have specified a recipient other than yourself for delivery purposes, you also accept that signature by the third party is sufficient proof of delivery and fulfillment by ETQ Amsterdam.
VAT discount
Customers ordering from outside the European Union (except customers from the UK) will receive a VAT discount of 21% on their order. This is applied at checkout once you have entered your delivery details or when you switch country/currency while browsing on our website.
Customs, duties and taxes
All orders shipped to countries outside the European Union (except the UK) are shipped Delivery Duties Unpaid (DDU). Customs, duties and taxes are not included in the item price or shipping cost. When you place an international order, you agree to pay any applicable customs, duties or taxes levied by your destination country.
Unfortunately we cannot calculate these charges prior to your order being placed and are unable to cover them for customers. Any applicable fees will be collected from you by the carrier upon delivery. Please check with your local customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to purchase.
Returns & exchanges
Our return policy
You can submit a return or exchange within 14 days of receiving your order. The return fee and exchange fee depend on your country and are shown in the table below.
- Use our return portal to submit your return or exchange.
- Need a different size? You can request an exchange through our return portal.
- Items must be clean, unworn and returned with all tags and packaging in good condition.
- For hygiene reasons, underwear can only be returned or exchanged if the seal is still intact.
- If a returned item does not meet our return conditions, we may refuse the refund in full or in part.
- We recommend using our return portal. If you choose your own carrier, we are not liable for loss in transit and processing may take longer.
- If you use your own carrier, those return costs will not be reimbursed.
- For returns with multiple items, a €2.00 handling fee applies for each extra item from the second item onward.
- If there is a price difference due to an ongoing promotion, this can be compensated with a voucher.
| Country | Return fee | Exchange fee |
| NL / BE / DE / FR | €6.95 | Free |
| UK | £6 | Free |
| PT / AT / ES IE / IT / SE |
€9.95 | Free |
| DK | 75 DKK | Free |
| CH | 30 CHF | 30 CHF |
| AE | 150 AED | 150 AED |
| US | $60 | $29 |
| All other countries | Carrier of choice |
Carrier of choice |
Returns & exchanges from outside the EU
If you return an item from outside the European Union, except for the UK, you are responsible for any customs duties, taxes or other fees. These costs are not covered by us and may be charged by local authorities during return processing. For more information, please visit our page on returns and exchanges.
Made in Europe
Kings of detail we are.
At ETQ we focus on the things even the eye can’t see, to build better. All shoes are designed in Amsterdam and crafted in Portugal. The family-owned atelier works with traditional methods. Together we are masters of precision engineering.
When it comes to materials, our bar is high. No shortcuts. ETQs premium suedes and leathers are smooth like butter and cherry-picked per shoe. Obsessive, yes. But: soon after wearing ETQ you will notice the quality difference.
The full package
Unboxing like never before
Your fresh pair arrives in style. Your shoes come in two all-purpose zip bags made from recycled PET bottles. Use them to store your ETQs, toiletries, pencils, and more. Just like your shoes, these bags are crafted to last.
We've always been fascinated by packaging. We designed it with efficiency and with the environment in mind. The modular packaging consists of long-lasting items created with recycled materials, while the shipping box is repurposed to serve as a shoebox as well.
Endless comfort
Time suits them
Beyond trends and flashy labels. Our style never changes. It evolves. Continuously.
Confident and comfortable, ETQ introduces the etiquette of artisan shoe crafting to today’s sneaker world. We blend traditional cobbler skills with the latest technology for comfort and suppleness. Your feet feel it, every step of the way.
While traditional sneakers are meant for sports, ETQ footwear is made for the city. That is why we use a solid and heavy cupped sole made from reinforced rubber to last in all conditions. Fit so smooth that you’ll want to keep them on. And you can.
Product reviews (11)
Fit like a glove
They're really comfortable. The sole is nice and soft, too.
Awesome shoes
The dimensions match the standard size.
Nice, but they run very small
Nice, but they run very small
The sneakers look great and feel well-made. However, they’re slightly higher than the styles I usually buy from this brand. Because of that, they rub against my heel, which feels a bit uncomfortable at first. Other than that, I’m happy with the shoes’ appearance and craftsmanship.
Excellent, comfortable and elegant
Flex
I really have 4 pairs of shoes from etq sit well neat for any setting.
Mr
Very comfortable and convenient to wear throughout the day
Stunning products, quality is very apparent
Small size
With every shoe from ETQ I wear size 45, but with these I actually got a half size too small. Unfortunately I only noticed this after a day at work so I can't return them. A waste of money and very strange that these suddenly fell smaller.
Doubting About the shoesize
Doubting if 46 size would fit better , and maybe buying an extra pair
Perfect smart/casual shoe
Have been looking for a smart trainer for some time, and these are it! Bought these for holiday, and they pair perfectly with straight-legged black linen trousers. Had a compliment on them the first day I wore them. They are very comfy, great quality, perfect fit - I’ll be back for another pair from ETQ very soon. Got my eye on 2 or 3 other pairs.
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| EU | US | UK | CM |
| 39 | 6 | 5 | 25.7 |
| 40 | 7 | 6 | 26.4 |
| 41 | 8 | 7 | 27.0 |
| 42 | 9 | 8 | 27.7 |
| 43 | 10 | 9 | 28.3 |
| 44 | 11 | 10 | 28.9 |
| 45 | 12 | 11 | 29.6 |
| 46 | 13 | 12 | 30.2 |
| 47 | 14 | 13 | 30.9 |
How to measure
Let’s find your perfect fit. Place a sheet of paper on the floor against the wall and put your feet (with socks) on it, heels against the wall. Make sure you lean on your feet with full power when measuring. Now you simply draw a line at the end of the biggest foot. Measure the distance with a ruler and find the size that matches it: see size table. Are you in between sizes? In that case, we suggest taking the bigger size.
ETQ Footwear — Size Guide
All measurements in centimetres.
Measure your foot length and compare it with the chart below. Between sizes? Choose the larger size.
| EU | US | UK | Foot length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 6 | 5 | 24.8 – 25.3 cm |
| 40 | 7 | 6 | 25.4 – 25.9 cm |
| 41 | 8 | 7 | 26.0 – 26.6 cm |
| 42 | 9 | 8 | 26.7 – 27.2 cm |
| 43 | 10 | 9 | 27.3 – 27.7 cm |
| 44 | 11 | 10 | 27.8 – 28.3 cm |
| 45 | 12 | 11 | 28.4 – 29.0 cm |
| 46 | 12 | 11 | 29.1 – 29.7 cm |
| 47 | 13 | 12 | 29.8 – 30.4 cm |
Foot length is the actual measured foot. Shoe construction includes extra internal space for comfort and natural movement.
How to measure
Place a sheet of paper on the floor against a wall. Stand on it with your socks on, heels touching the wall.
Draw a line at the end of your longest toe and measure the distance from the wall using a ruler.
Between sizes?
Choose the larger size. Feet naturally expand throughout the day, so measuring in the evening usually gives the most accurate result.
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Choose size
| EU | US | UK | CM |
| 39 | 6 | 5 | 25.7 |
| 40 | 7 | 6 | 26.4 |
| 41 | 8 | 7 | 27.0 |
| 42 | 9 | 8 | 27.7 |
| 43 | 10 | 9 | 28.3 |
| 44 | 11 | 10 | 28.9 |
| 45 | 12 | 11 | 29.6 |
| 46 | 13 | 12 | 30.2 |
| 47 | 14 | 13 | 30.9 |
How to measure
Let’s find your perfect fit. Place a sheet of paper on the floor against the wall and put your feet (with socks) on it, heels against the wall. Make sure you lean on your feet with full power when measuring. Now you simply draw a line at the end of the biggest foot. Measure the distance with a ruler and find the size that matches it: see size table. Are you in between sizes? In that case, we suggest taking the bigger size.
ETQ Footwear — Size Guide
All measurements in centimetres.
Measure your foot length and compare it with the chart below. Between sizes? Choose the larger size.
| EU | US | UK | Foot length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 39 | 6 | 5 | 24.8 – 25.3 cm |
| 40 | 7 | 6 | 25.4 – 25.9 cm |
| 41 | 8 | 7 | 26.0 – 26.6 cm |
| 42 | 9 | 8 | 26.7 – 27.2 cm |
| 43 | 10 | 9 | 27.3 – 27.7 cm |
| 44 | 11 | 10 | 27.8 – 28.3 cm |
| 45 | 12 | 11 | 28.4 – 29.0 cm |
| 46 | 12 | 11 | 29.1 – 29.7 cm |
| 47 | 13 | 12 | 29.8 – 30.4 cm |
Foot length is the actual measured foot. Shoe construction includes extra internal space for comfort and natural movement.
How to measure
Place a sheet of paper on the floor against a wall. Stand on it with your socks on, heels touching the wall.
Draw a line at the end of your longest toe and measure the distance from the wall using a ruler.
Between sizes?
Choose the larger size. Feet naturally expand throughout the day, so measuring in the evening usually gives the most accurate result.
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Customer Reviews
Maatvoering klopt met reguliere maat.
Mooi, maar vallen erg klein uit
Stunning products, quality is very apparent
Doubting if 46 size would fit better , and maybe buying an extra pair
