Loro Piana Open Walk: history, versions, sizing and price of the white sole ankle boot
The Open Walk is the ankle boot version of Loro Piana's famous Summer Walk: suede, a white sole, and a hidden elastic opening so you can slip it on without laces. Here's where it comes from, the versions that exist, how to pick your size and what it costs, in store and on Yupoo.
The story of the Open Walk
Loro Piana is an Italian house born in 1924 in Quarona, Piedmont. It made its name with fabrics, especially wool and cashmere, and has been part of the LVMH group since 2013.
In 2005, the brand launched a white sole shoe line, inspired by Sergio and Pier Luigi Loro Piana's love of sailing: soft, light shoes with a sole that doesn't mark a boat deck. The Summer Walk loafer is the best known model. The Open Walk is the ankle boot version.
Its clever idea is the opening: elastic hidden under the tongue, patented by Loro Piana, lets you slip the boot on like a slipper, with no laces or zip. The result is a shoe that looks smart but feels like a slipper. That comfort, plus the logo-free quiet luxury style, is what made it so sought after.
The versions that matter
| Version | What changes | Good to know |
| Men's suede Open Walk | The core model: suede, white sole, elastic opening | The most common one, in black, navy, brown and many other colours |
| Women's suede Open Walk | Women's shape and sizes | Slightly cheaper than the men's version |
| Fur-lined Open Walk | Beaver fur lining | Made for winter, much more expensive |
| Merino wool Open Walk | Upper in fine merino wool knit (Wish) | Lighter, with a different texture from suede |
| Kids' Open Walk | A mini version for Loro Piana Kids | Same look, in soft suede |
Which size to pick
The Open Walk comes in EU sizes, with half sizes. Most guides say it fits true to size. Unlike the loafer, the boot holds your foot up to the ankle, so suede stretching is less of a problem. Think about socks above all: it's an autumn and winter shoe.
- Take your usual size if you wear it with thin or medium socks.
- With narrow feet and thin socks, half a size down can hold the heel better.
- With a high instep, check that the elastic opening isn't tight: it's the narrowest point.
- Measure your foot in centimetres, in the evening, and compare with the seller's size chart before ordering.
Open Walk price in 2026
On Loro Piana's official French site, the men's suede Open Walk costs around €990 in 2026. Women's suede versions are around €920 to €960, and the beaver fur-lined versions go above €2,300. Prices change with seasons and countries.
On Yupoo, prices vary hugely from one seller to the next. Yupa shows the price each seller lists, converted to euros, without touching it, and always sends you to the seller's album: we don't sell anything. To compare, look at photo quality and the size chart, and count shipping and customs costs (details in /guides/douane-colis-chine).
The model name in an album title says nothing about where the item comes from. An official Loro Piana pair is bought in a Loro Piana store or from an authorised retailer. What the law says about branded items is summed up in /blog/yupoo-fiable-legal.
| Version | Official store price (around, 2026) |
| Men's suede Open Walk | around €990 |
| Women's suede Open Walk | around €920 to €960 |
| Beaver fur-lined Open Walk | around €2,300 to €2,400 |
Finding it on Yupoo with Yupa
On Yupoo, each store has its own search, and it only looks at titles. Yupa goes through the public catalogues of many stores at the same time. The full tips are in /blog/chercher-sur-yupoo.
- Type Open Walk in the Yupa search. If you don't get enough, try Loro Piana boots or ankle boots.
- Filter by type (shoes) and by size.
- Compare several stores: price in euros, close-up photos, size chart.
- Open the seller's album to read everything they say about material and sizes.
- Keep the album reference handy for your message to the seller or your agent.
How to wear it and look after it
The Open Walk goes with raw denim, chinos or flannel trousers, ideally a bit short or rolled so the boot shows. With a chunky knit and a straight coat, it's the classic winter outfit.
Suede hates water and winter salt. Protect it before wearing it, brush it once dry, and if it gets a salt stain, let it dry then brush gently. Keep it on shoe trees so the shaft holds its shape.
Does the Loro Piana Open Walk fit true to size?
Most guides say yes, take your usual size. With narrow feet and thin socks, half a size down can hold the heel better. Above all, check that the elastic opening doesn't squeeze your instep.
How much does an Open Walk cost in 2026?
On Loro Piana's official French site, around €990 for the men's suede version in 2026, around €920 to €960 for the women's, and over €2,300 for fur-lined versions.
What's the difference between the Open Walk and the Summer Walk?
The Open Walk is an ankle boot with a hidden elastic opening. The Summer Walk is a low loafer. Both belong to the white sole line Loro Piana launched in 2005.
How do you clean a suede Open Walk?
Protect it before wearing, brush it when dry, and let a salt stain dry before brushing it gently. Keep it on shoe trees.
Where can I find the Open Walk on Yupoo?
Type Open Walk in the Yupa search, filter by shoes and size, then compare stores. Yupa shows each seller's price in euros and links to their album, without selling anything.
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