LT 02 Rugged Nubuck Desert Taupe Nubuck Leather
Frequently bought together.
Two soles instead of one. A second mould sits beneath the first, and that extra layer is where the LT 02 gets its character: rugged underfoot, sturdier in the shape, built for weather that does not cooperate. The upper stays as clean as everything else we make. The strength sits underneath it.
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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.
- Vulcanised rubber outsole, our own blend of natural and synthetic rubber.
- Premium nubuck leather, tanned at an LWG Gold certified tannery in Portugal. Refined texture, distinct character.
- Tonal toe and heel features in Suede.
- Ultra-absorbent and abrasion resistant onSteam® microfiber lining (OEKO-TEX® certified).
- ETQ design – removable memory foam insoles with moisture management.
- The Strobel construction technique offers extreme flexibility.
- Comes with a multifunctional dust bag made from recycled PET bottles.
- Delivered in a recycled cardboard shoe-and-shipping box (FSC-certified).
- 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 Sneakers
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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 23:30 will be shipped the same day. Fast like we are furious. For the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium and France we also offer easily accessible pick-up points.
| Region | Carrier | Fee | Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | DHL | Free from €150 | 1 - 2 days |
| Belgium | Bpost | 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 - 5 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 | 100 AED | 2 - 5 days |
| US | FedEx | Free from $300 | 2 - 5 days |
| Canada | FedEx | $29 | 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 (15)
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As always, I love the design, but lately I've had some quality issues with a few pairs. I hope that's been fixed.
The ultimate versatile sneaker—unmatched comfort, premium durability, and sleek NYC style
The ultimate versatile sneaker—unmatched comfort, premium durability, and sleek NYC style. I absolutely love the LT 02 sneakers. Right out of the box, the quality is immediately apparent. The leather is incredibly soft, supple, and offers zero break-in stiffness, yet you can feel the substantial, high-quality craftsmanship and solid construction. These aren't just fashion sneakers; they are clearly built to last and give me rugged durability for years to come. My lifestyle demands a lot from my footwear. Working in New York City as an exercise physiologist, my daily schedule is a nonstop gauntlet that requires total versatility. On any given day, I need a shoe that looks sharp and sophisticated enough to maintain a business-casual professional standard in a clinical setting, holds up to the physical demands of demonstrating complex movements and exercises for patients, and can immediately pivot into the gym for heavy, intense workouts. These shoes handle the entire spectrum effortlessly, providing incredible support and comfort without sacrificing an ounce of style. They hit the exact sweet spot of being sleek, minimal, and subtly high-end without being loud. The aesthetic definitely turns heads—even in a fast-paced place like New York City where everyone has seen everything, I constantly have colleagues, patients, and strangers on the street stopping to ask what these shoes are and where they can track down a pair for themselves. They are the absolute perfect, no-compromise sneaker for a demanding, highly active lifestyle.
Great product !
Top Design and quality
👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I love the shoes nice fit!!!
Nice shoe, minor damage
Scratches here and there on the shoe.
I’ m happy !
It’s a very good qualité ; I’ m happy for my first shoes ETQ …
Timeless Comfort
These sneakers strike the perfect balance between minimalism and refinement. The design is clean, modern, and truly timeless — exactly what you want from a pair that can fit seamlessly into any wardrobe.
Super sneaker. Good and nice fit. Normally I have sneaker size 38.5EU. But the 39EU of ETQ fits perfectly. Because of this, after the black version, I also bought the white sneaker.
Great looking trainer, smart and comfortable
LT 02 Rugged White - Hugely impressed
Quickly becoming my favourite footwear! From day one they have been incredibly comfortable. They have held their shape really well so still look really crisp and fresh. Great buy!
Mr Aloneftis - ETQ
Initial visual was different to what I expected from advertisement. Birds eye view was not in any visuals. Angled visual looks best. Initial wear seemed uncomfortable, but tightened laces for better fit. Days wear helped. Back heel is still sometimes hard and uncomfortable but only worn them 3 times and usually for 10 hours each wear. Thicker cushioning may help. Front velvet strip should be smaller for a less casual look. Back story around ETQ design and values swayed decision to buy. Hope my feedback is appreciated.
No doubt an amazing shoe!
I seem to be on a sneaker phase, purchasing multiple/select brands for style/design, comfort/fit, materials/manufacturing, history, and overall wear. One of a few that stood out was ETQ and their LT02 rugged certainly stood out in terms of beauty and design! So yes, seeing it in person did not disappoint! The eclectic black suede, full-grain, and rubber, coupled with the shape and style matched and complimented the whole design of the shoe! Beautiful! Super comfortable too, lots of room, and the way the shoelaces were designed allowed for more bespoke fitting. Sadly it did lose a star simply because the shoe made constant "squeaky" sounds when worn. Whether I walk slowly, jog, or simply flex my feet when sat in the office, you get this squeaky sound, like it may need oiling. Part of the joy of sneakers is that they are silent when you walk, and which I get with other luxury sneaker brands. A shame, and it certainly limits where I wear these shoes.
Great shoe, stylish and good quality
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Nubuck Leather
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Nubuck Leather
| 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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| 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.