JOHN LOBB. Pair of men's brogues in burgundy leather, decorated with "brogueage" perforations. Sale model. Estimated size: 39 / 40 (English equivalent 5 / 6) Accompanied by box and care instructions. Note: The term "brogue" comes from the Gaelic bróg, meaning "shoe". Originating in Scotland and Ireland as country footwear, brogues were originally perforated to allow water to drain off when traversing wet terrain.