What Is Bologna Construction?

Shoes made using the Bologna Construction technique are a true jewel that only the most experienced masters of the craft dare to take on.

One often also encounters the name Sachetto Construction, which in Italian means "little bag". This name refers to the unique construction of the footwear. A single large piece of durable leather envelops the entire area of the instep and the sole of the foot. This creates a leather pouch that surrounds the foot on all sides. The foot therefore is never in direct contact with the sole at any point, which ensures a softer step and more pleasant wear.

The insole of the shoe is formed by a layer of soft leather attached with a seam placed in a slight recess at the very edge of the shoe. There is therefore no risk of brushing against the seam with your foot or toes.

A flexible yet durable sole is firmly stitched to the rest of the shoe. As with the insole, the seams run along the outer edge of the footwear for the wearer's maximum comfort.

Thanks to its unique manufacturing process, Bologna Construction offers a number of advantages over Blake or Goodyear Welt constructions that you will certainly appreciate when wearing them all day long.

Comfort. Because they are fashioned from a single piece of leather, slipping on shoes with Bologna Construction feels much like pulling on a leather glove. Thanks to the absence of both insole and cork filling as well as the exceptionally light sole, you will immediately feel a softer step and unmatched flexibility of the shoe.

Lightness. Shoes with Bologna Construction are made from a single piece of leather that wraps around the entire foot. As a result, unlike Blake or Goodyear Welt constructions, they require neither a cork filling nor a leather insole. You will notice the difference at once – they are up to half as light as welted shoes.

Elegance. No protruding sole, no visible seams, only pure elegance. Shoes with Bologna Construction perfectly embrace your foot, and only what should stand out actually does – beautiful leather, an elegant appearance and precise craftsmanship.

Experience the lightness and comfort of Bologna Construction for yourself in Blažek stores. In our collection you will find a wide range of models suitable for both formal occasions and leisure time.