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Color: Horween Black
Weston at Rose Anvil recommends sizing based on the Brannock device. For reference a Brannock size 10 is equivalent to 10 UK / 11 US.
Because these shoes are unlined, they feel slightly roomier than lined styles, we recommend going down half a size for the best fit.
The SMUGS low tops are sneakers built like a boot, made for people who care about quality, durability, and everyday wear. Crafted from Horween Chromexcel leather, these shoes start firm but quickly soften and develop a unique patina as you wear them with creases, colour depth, and texture that make each pair completely your own. Unlike most sneakers that wear out, these are designed to last for years and can be resoled when the sole eventually wears down.
The low-top shape makes them easy to slip on, lightweight on the ankle, and versatile enough for everyday outfits. Crafted in collaboration with Rose Anvil, these are the low-top sneakers Weston described as having the build quality of a boot. They’re called SMUGS - an acronym for Sneakers Made Using Good Shit.
See Weston at Rose Anvil talk about what makes the SMUGS so special.
Made to Order - Made In England
Available in both regular (D width) and wide (Between E and EE width)
UPPER - Horween Chromexcel leather full grain 2.00-2.2mm
OUTSOLE - TPS 70 Shore A
INSOCK - EVA Foam with upper leather lining
LINING - Unlined
LACES - 100% Cotton
LAST - G1
The shoes fit true to size and are available in both regular (D) and wide (EE) widths.
As a lace up style, you can create a personalised fit.
As all shoes use premium leather they will require a break-in period, however, once broken in they will become extremely comfortable.
UK Shipping
We ship daily with Royal Mail, any ready to ship items will be despatched the same or next working day.
US Shipping
US orders are dispatched via SAMOS and delivered through USPS. Ready to ship orders are collected every Friday, your tracking will update from this point.
The price you see at checkout is the final price, we take care of all import duties, taxes, and customs costs. This means that you will receive a faster, smoother delivery without delays or unexpected bills.
This policy came into effect on 1st September 2025 for all USA orders. Orders placed before this date are shipped DAP (Duties Paid at Place).
EU Shipping
Duties, tariffs, and taxes covered for the following European countries (Delivered Duties Paid basis):
Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden.
EU orders are dispatched via SAMOS and delivered through DHL. Ready to ship orders are collected every Friday, your tracking will update from this point.
The price you see at checkout is the final price, we take care of all import duties, taxes, and customs costs. This means that you will receive a faster, smoother delivery without delays or unexpected bills.
This policy came into effect on 30th October 2025 for all European orders. Orders placed before are shipped DAP (Duties Paid at Place).
Rest of the World
3–17 working days - £30
All international orders are shipped from Sheffield, UK, and are subject to duties, tariffs, and taxes, shipped Duties Paid at Place (DAP). We’ll make the process as smooth as possible with transparent documentation and tracking updates.
ROW orders are dispatched via SAMOS and delivered through varied local couriers. Ready to ship orders are collected every Friday, your tracking will update from this point.
We ship to the following countries: Australia, Bahrain, Canada, Hong Kong, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kuwait, Malaysia, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, UAE
Duties, Tariffs, and Taxes
UK Orders: All duties and taxes covered. Price you see is the price you pay.
US Orders: Prices exclude UK VAT (20%). All duties and tariffs covered. The price you see is the only price you pay.
EU Orders: Prices exclude UK VAT (20%). All duties and tariffs covered for eligible EU countries. The price you see is the only price you pay.
International / ROW Orders: Prices exclude UK VAT (20%). Duties, tariffs, and taxes apply and are paid at place (DAP).
When you buy GORALs, you buy them for life. Every pair is built with premium leather components that can be restored, renewed, and rebuilt, so they only get better with age. When the sole wears down, Rebuild+ brings them back better than new, with all the patina and character intact.
A pair of GORAL shoes isn't a purchase you make twice. Resoling extends the life of something you've already invested in, protecting that investment rather than starting again from scratch.
A shoe that's been worn in is a shoe that fits, as the leather has moulded to your foot. Resoling means keeping all of that comfort rather than breaking in something new.
Every scuff, crease and mark on your leather is a record of where you've been. Resoling preserves all of that character while giving the shoe a fresh foundation.
Every GORAL is designed from the ground up to be resoled. The Blake stitch construction, the leather components, the felt filler, every decision made during construction had the resole in mind.
The leather, the construction, the components, none of that wears out the way a sole does. Resoling replaces the one part that's designed to take the impact, while everything that makes the shoe worth keeping stays exactly as it is.
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When you buy GORALs, you buy them for life. Every pair is built with premium leather components that can be restored, renewed, and rebuilt, so they only get better with age. When the sole wears down, Rebuild+ brings them back better than new, with all the patina and character intact.
A pair of GORAL shoes isn't a purchase you make twice. Resoling extends the life of something you've already invested in, protecting that investment rather than starting again from scratch.
A shoe that's been worn in is a shoe that fits, as the leather has moulded to your foot. Resoling means keeping all of that comfort rather than breaking in something new.
Every scuff, crease and mark on your leather is a record of where you've been. Resoling preserves all of that character while giving the shoe a fresh foundation.
Every GORAL is designed from the ground up to be resoled. The Blake stitch construction, the leather components, the felt filler, every decision made during construction had the resole in mind.
The leather, the construction, the components, none of that wears out the way a sole does. Resoling replaces the one part that's designed to take the impact, while everything that makes the shoe worth keeping stays exactly as it is.
The SMUGS is a sneaker built like a boot, combining rugged durability with refined design. Handmade in England with a resoleable Blake Stitch construction, the SMUGS are designed to age beautifully and develop a unique patina over time, making each pair distinct.
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Our lifetime repair guarantee means that when your soles wear down, we'll replace them, for life. Send them back to us and we'll resole them, no matter how many years of wear they've had.
We'd recommend starting with our sizing guide and sizing video, both will walk you through measuring your foot at home to find your perfect fit. Any questions, please just let us know.
Made to order - your pair starts the moment you buy it. 25-30 days, made specifically for you.
Small batch - a small quantity of styles made in a batch for a specific delivery start date.
Ready to ship - in stock and on their way to you within days.
Three ways to own a pair. One standard of quality across all of them.
Yes to both. UK and USA footwear shipping is included. Duties, taxes, and customs are handled on our end, what you see at checkout is what you pay.
Designed to be repaired, restored and worn for years.
Crafted in small batches with premium materials and expert attention to detail.
Using leather that is certified sustainable by the Leather Working Group (LWG).
Four generations of shoemaking knowledge and a belief in doing things properly.
