Musa the Poet

Musa the Poet

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CHF 340.00
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Musa the Poet

Musa the Poet

CHF 340.00
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Pure white outside. A cubist portrait within.

Handmade in Italy from full-grain leather. Minimal, timeless — with a golden-toned cubist insole hand-illustrated in the spirit of early 20th-century masters: a face split between human and bird, grain and curl. Seen only when you slip them off.

Made in a strictly limited run. When a size sells out, it's gone.

* Made in Italy — handcrafted
* Upper Full-grain Italian leather
* Insole Cubist portrait artwork
* Comfort Padded collar & breathable lining
* Outsole Durable rubber
* Colour White
* Fit True to size — see size guide


The Muse in Fragments

In the early 20th century, Picasso and Braque broke the face apart — and found more of it in the pieces than the whole ever showed. A single portrait held many angles at once: what you see, what you remember, what you imagine.

That is the muse: never one thing. Human and bird, form and dream, worn where only you can see it.

Wear simplicity. Think in layers. That's what rides under every step in Musa.

Frequently asked questions

How does sizing run?

Our sneakers follow standard European sizing and fit true to size. If you are between sizes, we recommend choosing the larger size for a more comfortable fit.

Check our Size Guide to find your exact size based on your foot length.

Where are MICI sneakers made?

All MICI sneakers are crafted in Italy using premium Italian leather and high-quality materials.

What materials are used?

Our sneakers are made from premium full-grain leather with a durable rubber sole, designed for everyday comfort and long-lasting wear.

Are the sneakers comfortable for everyday use?

Yes. MICI sneakers are designed for daily wear, combining a clean silhouette with soft leather lining and cushioned insoles for all-day comfort.

How long does shipping take?

Orders are typically delivered within 2–5 business days within Europe and Switzerland.
International delivery times may vary depending on destination.

Can I return the sneakers if they don’t fit?

Yes. You can return unworn items within 14 days of delivery. Products must be in original condition and packaging. Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

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Ben Carter
UK checkout was clean

Ordered from Manchester. Checkout price was the total — no card left by the courier, no supplementary invoice a week later. Delivered in three days. My favourite of the M1 lineup.

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Callum Hayes
Melbourne arrival was quick

Ordered from Melbourne. Nothing owed on arrival — no import fees at the door, no separate customs bill. All settled at checkout. Arrived in five days from Europe, which is faster than most brands ship to us.

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Antonio Russo
Customer service handled a small issue well

One of the laces in my box was slightly frayed at the tip. Emailed support, they shipped a replacement set the next day and told me to keep both. That's how you turn a small complaint into loyalty.

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Adrien Moreau
Between sizes? Read the chart

I'm between EU 42 and 43, went with 42, slightly tight. Should've checked the guide. The Musa insole is worth the fuss — subtle from a distance, detailed up close — and the leather is the same quality as the founding collection. Just size carefully.

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Lucas Janssen
Bought it for my partner, he won't take them off

He's impossible to shop for. Pre-ordered Musa because the cubist insole felt like him. Surprised him over the weekend — the reaction when he spotted the portrait inside was worth it. He says the leather feels better than his old whites. Already a hit.

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Marco Ferretti
Portrait insole is genuinely art

Just got my Musa pair. The cubist portrait inside has real depth — you notice different fragments each time you look down. White leather outside is clean, no break-in, soft from the first wear. The print quality is what sells it for me, it doesn't look or feel cheap.

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Christoph Becker
Third pre-order, never been let down

Koi, then Calavera, now Musa. Three pre-orders, three good experiences — consistent quality, decent shipping updates, insoles that don't fade. Musa is the most visually quiet of the designs, which is exactly what I wanted for the office. The cubist portrait reveals itself slowly.

Three pairs in — thank you, Christoph. Enjoy Musa.

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Philipp Neumann
The quiet one in the lineup

Musa is the most understated insole MICI makes — a cubist portrait instead of something loud. That's exactly why I picked it for work. Leather is the same Italian standard as the rest. If you want the concept without anyone clocking it from across the room, this is the pick.

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