Crimson Chromexcel Chelsea Boot

Crimson on a Chelsea is a warmer proposition than black — the same slip-on pattern, with a colour that shifts under the light.

Variations of this boot have been a staple worldwide for nearly two centuries. The pattern dates to the early 1800s as a riding boot, which is how it earned the Paddock boot name, and only in the mid-1900s, when it was popular in England, did it become the Chelsea after a district in southwest London. It carries across categories easily: dressed up or down, and in some parts of the world a preferred style for work boots, thanks to the closed pattern and the practicality of a slip-on. The upper is Chromexcel tanned by Horween in Chicago, incredibly resilient with unparalleled character; its hot-stuffed tannage leaves natural oils and waxes in the hide, creating the pull-up effect and the supple feel. The UK last fits half a size large with a fuller fit throughout. Goodyear-welt construction, double-sided gore, a 360º flat welt, full-grain kip leather lining, vegetable-tanned insole, welt and midsole, cork filler over a steel shank, full-grain leather heel counters, micro stud rubber outsole.

Crimson pulls up lighter at the vamp and the ankle, so this boot ages visibly. Size down a half and let it.