For quite some time, I have been curious with the make of the chisel type toe shape. I viewed several related videos on it and, soon after pulled the trigger and got and received my very first Yearns Double Monk Strap or Model No. MON.735 on 14 January 2026.

As often as I could with new leather shoes, especially hand- or Goodyear welted pairs, I initially wear them at home with the intention of ‘breaking them in’. It seems that the shape of the monks (with the Y07 last) is quite a good fit...to good, I think as there seems to be some pinching at the top, more on the right shoe than the left one, where it bends at the toes joints. According to chart I saw, this joint may be the part called METATARSOPHALANGEAL joint.

Some notable notes:

- Great leather with even brown shade except for the darker heel and toe patina/not a single blemish or imperfection.
- Conformity of the sloping vamp on the bridges of my feet.
- The hand-welting is superb and surprisingly flexible compared with Goodyear welted shoes tend to lean a bit stiffer on initial wear
- There’s a comfortable snugness at the heel cap/counter and quarter area which could be owed to the narrow waist
- Adequately tight waist and nice beveled handwork
- The shoe quarter, if this is the part near the ankles are/is low enough that it doesn’t hit or rub on the ankle bone but doesn’t give the feeling the shoe would pop off while walking

Other impressive points:

- Sturdy box with a silky exterior feel in rich hunter green and debossed logo in gold
- The classy wrapping cloth with a leather sewn in logo and shoe bags in a herring bone tweed material
- A company postcard sized note…personalized, unexpected and quite noble
- It is very rare to get shoe trees that are made based on the lasts and I ordered Yearn’s which are spectacularly perfect. Made from beechwood, they maintain the shape of the shoes and gives the leather a pleasant woody-leathery scent. Definitely a must-have…if you care enough for your hand-crafted shoes.

And lastly, I would be remiss if I didn’t share my thoughts, and appreciation, on the coordination of my order. From my first email of inquiries, consultations, curiosities, and the like, until acquiring the shoes, I have only received timely and exemplary replies from Yearn craftsman, Zhoukui Xie, with a sense of personalized attention.

Whether this is a company job requirement or personal initiative, I believe this is a proactivity that can favorably contribute to the achievement of the primary objective of Yearn Shoemaker as well as immensely contribute to a clients’ deeper appreciation of the final product.

The shoe tree is as nice as the shoe. Well done!
I will purchase another shoe.

I found this shoe through the YouTube channel Chris Madaras
Which by the way is a great review of this exact shoe. I have to say this shoe has absolutely blown me away if you have a pair of Allen Edmunds, these are 10 times better the leather quality, the stitching, the welt 10 out of 10. The box that yearn uses is very top notch. You also get shoe bags which are tweed very different unique to this brand ( I like them very much) the shoe is sculpted very well because they are handmade unlike a machine made shoe which cannot get the curves that these have. Also yearn support have been very responsive and supportive when needing help ordering this pair. I ended up getting the wrong size and they immediately emailed me back telling me how to return them and let me know that they were working on my new size. They also had me take a video in photos to figure out what size I would truly need. If you’re considering yearn as your next shoe, I would 100% recommend.

These are legitimately some of the most beautiful shoes I own, I mostly own high-end boots and one or two pairs of fairly nice off the rack dress shoes, but these are really in a category of their own. The packaging and presentation is beautiful and when I first pulled them out of the box, I was almost scared to try them on with how beautiful/ perfect they looked. But after my first few wears, I’m glad to say I look forward to wearing them, breaking them in & aging them with time. I will absolutely be purchasing more from yearn shoemaker in the future!

I reached out to Tim (he’s a pleasure to work with) after seeing a picture posted to their instagram of a pair of boots in brown deerskin, inquiring if they had any left and if I could have a pair of derby’s made, luckily they did. Cool to see these now offered as a standard MTO.

Yearn‘s shoes really do live up to the praise they receive in YouTube reviews, they are that good.

I recently received my MTO loafers from Yearn. I got them in oxblood on a round last and beveled sole. They are beautiful and classics that will stand the test of time. I’m currently debating my next commission.

These shoes are absolutely stunning. The craftsmanship, the comfort, and the attention to detail exceeded my expectations. I couldn’t be happier with my purchase!

I ordered the Artisanal Line variant of the OXF. 571 as I loved the simple black toecap oxford design, but wanted the elevated detail of the fiddleback waist and matching welt stitching to the fudging. Throughout the process, direct email correspondence with Tim Liu and the Yearn Team has been nothing but reassuring and a seamless ordering experience.

Despite a slight quality issue on my initial shoes, the Yearn team guided me through the return process with complete transparency. A great product is one thing, but to have a team which follows up with their customers when something goes wrong is the best you could ask for, especially with shoes at this price range.

The final shoes I received are immaculate - the photos speak for themselves. Coming from ready to wear shoes that cost less than this, I can see where the added value of craftsmanship is going to. The beautiful welt fudging with stitches matching every groove is a particular detail that specifically made me choose the Artisanal Line version. And of course, the sharp fiddleback waist matched by the sculpted last makes the shoes appear like a bespoke costing an order of magnitude higher than they are. Having the upper leather curve tightly downward towards the soles, and wrap snugly around the heel area is something you don't see on cheaper pair of shoes, as it requires more handwork shaping the leather around the last.

There's nothing more that I could've hoped for - perhaps the only minor detail I could've wished for is for a little decorative wheeling along the sides of the heel. Nevertheless, everything as a whole is done well and I can highly recommend these - especially with the added attention to detail the Artisanal Line offers!

Many thanks again to Tim Liu, Zhoukui and the Yearn Team for taking care of me as a customer and offering an excellent pair of shoes that I'll treasure for years to come!

This was my first time investing more money into a pair of shoes, and I couldn’t be happier that I chose Yearn. The craftsmanship, fit, and overall quality exceeded my expectations. I loved them so much that I’ve already purchased another pair, and I’ve recommended Yearn to family and friends who are just as satisfied with their own.

OMG.... COULD NOT BELIEVE HOW LIGHT WEIGHT THESE ARE...... MOST COMFORTABLE YET ELEGANT....
THANX TIM FOR INTRODUCING THIS SHOE LINE..... BEST FOR SUMMERS

I just received my new Amalfi loafers yesterday. True to size these are simply stunning and really remind me of the sandy beaches in Amalfi (near Naples if you're keen to visit). This loafer is soft and comfortable and a lovely sand colour; perfect for the summer with khaki chinos or dark jeans. The braided suede is beautiful and the level of detail is stunning and I am sure i will enjoy them for a long time!

If you’re looking for a handmade shoe with serious value, Yearn is hard to beat. I’ll definitely be adding another pair soon. Fell in love with its N201 loafer in burgundy.

Searching for the perfect shoe match for my wedding, I have been advised by a friend of mine to give a look a Yearn pairs. My Lord… Now I’m lost in prioritizing my next choice !!!

From a very easy first contact online to a so quick package delivery, I’ve been estonished by the quality of Tim’s advices and the ease-to-order.

Once received my new -and perfect- shoes, I must also admit there’s almost no need to waste time getting them used, are they’re ready as skippers would have been.

See the pictures, they’re Even better in real life.

Purchased a pair of Oxf 334 from Yearn and will definitely be back for other models.
Total process took about 6 weeks and that was in the middle of tariff/customs craze in the US.
Tim from yearn helped to make sure these were delivered on time for the event I had and always extremely responsive with any questions I sent.

Shoes arrived in a beautiful green box, wrapped in chevron shoe bags , looking great out of the box.
I’m a Johnston Murphy and AE owner and it’s clear these were worth paying a bit more for and in line with what you would expect from a higher end shoe.
Thank you Yearn

First time ordering shoes online without the ability to try them on first, so I was most definitely nervous. However, all my fears went away once I opened my box from Yearn. The shoes are absolutely stunning and on top of that the fit is perfect as recommended by Tim.

Please do yourself a favor and take a chance on these beautiful shoes. If you are unsure about sizing like I was, please feel free to email their customer service for sizing help, as they are very helpful.