Trent men's formal shoe
Colour: Brown
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Product description, delivery options, & returns policy
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28 Day Free Returns
We're confident you'll love your purchase, however, if you need to return your item you can do so within 28 days. Simply find your order within my orders and follow the steps to return your item.
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We want you to be completely happy with your purchase. If something isn’t right, our return process is straightforward.
- You’ve got 30 days to return your order if it’s not quite right.
- Once we receive your return, refunds are processed within 14 working days.
- Free returns if your item is faulty or incorrect
- We offer an extended returns period over Christmas, so you can shop stress-free.
- Something not right? Our friendly support team is here to help — email us at [email protected], Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm.
How long do I have to return my order?
Our 30-Day Return Window: You have up to 30 days from the day your order was delivered to return any items. The only exception to this is during the Black Friday and Christmas shopping period where we offer an extended returns policy.
Christmas & Black Friday orders - Extended Returns
To make gift shopping easier, any purchases made between 15 November and 15 December can be returned up until 15 January the following year.
How do I return an item?
THECODE is an online marketplace, so all returns are made by post.
- Return instructions and the correct return address can be found in My orders in your account. Just select the order you would like to return this will take you to the returns portal to make your return.
- Returning Multiple Orders: If you’re returning items from multiple orders/retailers, please use the return labels that correspond to each order. This helps us process your returns accurately.
- Please ensure that the items you’re returning are in their original condition, with all tags still attached. This means the item should be unworn, unwashed, and in the same state as when you received it.
Exceptions: The following products may not be returned:
- Tags removed, worn or washed items
- Partial returns for items that came as part of a set (e.g. a tracksuit)
- Due to hygiene reasons, underwear and swimwear may not be returned. Earrings may not be returned unless in original sealed wrapping completely intact.
What if my item is faulty, damaged or incorrect items:
If you believe your item is faulty, please get in touch with us at [email protected] and our team will be happy to help. A free returns label will be provided.
Do I have to pay for my return?
This depends on the reason for your return:
- Faulty or incorrect items: returns are free of charge
- Change of mind / size or fit: return postage may be deducted from your refund if using a provided returns label, or paid by you if returning independently. If the Seller offers free returns this will be advertised/made clear on the product page before you purchase.
Any applicable costs will always be made clear before you complete your return.
What items can’t be returned?
For hygiene and safety reasons, we can’t accept returns on:
- Underwear
- Face masks
- Earrings
- Swimwear
These items may only be returned if a hygienic seal is included and remains intact.
Can I exchange an item?
If you would like an exchange, please email our support team at [email protected] and we will be more than happy to help accommodate this for you depending on stock availability and in accordance with retailers exchange policy.
To exchange a product for a different size, the original item must first be returned and received. There’s no exchange fee using this process.
Where can I find my order details?
Please visit My orders where you will find details for each order you have placed.
If you are still having issues finding your order details, please get in touch with us and we’ll be happy to help.
How long until I receive my refund?
Once your item has been delivered, from this date it can take a further 14 working days for your item to be processed and a refund be issued. Once a refund has been issued, depending on your bank's clearing process, this can take 5-7 working days back to your original method of payment.
Can I amend/cancel my order?
If you need to cancel or amend your order, please contact us as soon as possible at [email protected].
We’re only able to cancel or amend orders within a short window after they’re placed, as we start processing them quickly. If your order has already been processed or dispatched, it won’t be possible to cancel — but you can still return it once it arrives in line with our returns policy.
Need help?
You can find full return details in your order confirmation email or My orders . Our customer support team is always happy to help at [email protected].
Product Details
Product description
The Barker Trent men's formal shoe features a hand-stained European leather upper, with a unique antique finish that showcases craftsmanship. Its traditional welted build enhances durability and allows for resoling, while the premium leather sole offers grip. This classic Derby style is designed to complement business attire and promises longevity.
Product description
Some shoes are made to be noticed. The Barker Trent is one of them, not through flash or ostentation, but through the kind of quiet craftsmanship that rewards a closer look. The hand-stained finish on the European crust leather upper is applied in two stages: a base stain followed by a darker tone worked in by brush, creating a rich, warm antique effect that resembles polished wood grain. No two pairs are identical. It's the sort of detail that separates a shoe with a story from one that merely fills a box.
Barker has been making shoes in Earls Barton, Northamptonshire since 1880 and the Trent carries that heritage in its construction as much as its appearance. The welted build means the upper, insole and outsole are stitched together in the traditional manner, resulting in a shoe that's structurally stronger, more water-resistant than a cemented sole, and crucially, resoleable. Buy a well-made welted shoe and look after it, and it can last decades rather than seasons. At a price point that reflects genuine craft, that's a meaningful consideration.
The sole itself is premium Italian leather with rubber sections for real-world grip, and the full leather lining adds both breathability and that unmistakable feel of quality against the foot. The clean 4-eyelet Derby lace-up silhouette keeps things classic, this is a shoe that works with a business suit today and will still look right in ten years' time.
At WJ French & Son, we've stocked Barker for many years because they represent exactly what we believe in: British craftsmanship, proper materials and shoes built to be worn and worn again. If you'd like advice on sizing or care, our team is always happy to help.
Visit us in for a fitting, use our when ordering online, or call our team on 02380 226542 for advice before you buy.
Highlights
- Hand-stained finish on European crust leather
- Welted construction for strength and water-resistance
- Resoleable design for longevity
- Premium Italian leather sole with rubber grip sections
- Full leather lining for breathability and comfort
- Classic 4-eyelet Derby lace-up silhouette
Product Id
- TRENT-MEN-FORMAL-SHOE
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