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The Chelsea boots for every gentleman
Words: Patrick Tillard
We here at The Gentleman’s Journal are avid fans of the Chelsea Boot. The perfect everyday shoe, whether dressing up or down, their variability makes them the ideal go-to for the discerning gentleman. Paired with chinos or jeans, a tailored shirt or t-shirt, the sartorial choices are plentiful when a suede or leather Chelsea Boot is thrown into the mix.
Sticking with suede for now, here are 6 of the best options out there:
FAIRFAX & FAVOR
Featuring their signature navy blue side panels and elegant chiseled toe, this is the perfect chelsea boot to wear to work or social occasions.
CHURCH’S
An essential update to your smart casual repertoire, the Houston Chelsea boot is the perfect shoe for the upcoming season. Crafted from pure leather in a modern suede finish, this ankle boot features traditional elasticated panelling to the sides in a round toe design.
TOM FORD
Crafted in Italy using sumptuous calf suede, the pull-on design boasts stretch side panels with a pique finish and a durable leather and rubber sole. As well-suited to navy tailoring as to slim cut denim, it offers suave sophistication in an instant.
CROCKETT & JONES
Chelsea 8, a Chelsea boot with ‘V’ shaped side elastics made from soft waxed calf or suede with single Dainite rubber soles.
PAUL SMITH
These Falconer Chelsea Boots from Paul Smith have been crafted with pure suede and boast a classic pull-on design with elasticated sides.
Falconer Suede Chelsea Boot, £195
HERRING
Herring Hockley is a Chelsea boot style made from the casual oiled suede. The construction includes the rubber insert sole for extra wear and durability.
