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Ladies Chelsea Boots
A good pair of Chelsea boots goes with almost everything. The elasticated side panels and pull-tab at the back are what make a Chelsea a Chelsea: no laces, just step in and go, and many of ours add an inside zip to make them easier still. It's why they've outlasted almost every other boot shape. Our collection runs from the classic flat leather Chelsea to chunky platform and wedge versions, mostly in brown and black, with tan, navy and burgundy alongside. Brands include Gabor, Rieker, Tamaris, Paul Green and Wonders. Shop with us in Skerries, Co. Dublin, or online with free delivery on orders over €69 and free returns within 30 days.
Flat or chunky: which Chelsea boot should I go for?
They're really two different boots that happen to share a shape. The classic flat Chelsea is the one that goes with everything: slim leather, low profile, and it sits neatly under a trouser hem or with a skirt and tights. It's the more formal of the two and the one most likely to still be in your wardrobe in five years. The chunky or platform Chelsea has a thicker, lugged sole that adds height and a more casual, current look. It's the better choice with jeans, especially a wider leg, and the extra sole keeps you further from wet pavements in winter. Most customers who wear Chelsea boots regularly end up with one of each.
Are Chelsea boots comfortable to walk in?
Generally yes, and more so than most ankle boots, because there's no hardware to rub and the elastic panels move with your foot. The thing to watch is the fit across the instep: a Chelsea has to be snug enough there to stay on, so if you have a high instep, look for a boot with generous elastic panels or an inside zip, which lets you get in without forcing the boot over your foot. A Chelsea also has to grip at the heel, so check it doesn't lift as you walk.
Will a Chelsea boot fit if I have a wider foot?
Some will, and the elastic panels help, giving a Chelsea more forgiveness across the top of the foot than a zipped boot. But the toe is still a fixed shape, so if you know you need a particular fitting, that matters more than the boot style. Gabor, Jana and Josef Seibel all have Chelsea boots on an H fitting, the wide fitting, and it's stated on every product that has one. Our size guide explains what the fittings mean, and if you're unsure, give us a call on 01 8490847 and we'll talk it through.
Are Chelsea boots true to size?
It depends on the brand. Our Chelsea boots come from several different makers and each fits a little differently, so the sizing note on the individual product is the one to go by rather than any general rule. One thing does apply across the board: because a Chelsea relies on its shape to stay on, avoid going up a size for extra room, as an over-large Chelsea slips at the heel and feels loose across the instep. If you're between sizes or unsure, give us a call on 01 8490847 and we'll advise on the particular style.
How do I look after leather and suede Chelsea boots?
Spray them before you wear them, not after they get wet: a protector spray on clean, dry suede or leather is the single best thing you can do. Let wet boots dry naturally away from a radiator, since direct heat hardens the leather and can perish the elastic. Give the elastic panels a wipe rather than a scrub, and brush suede back up once it's fully dry. We stock protector sprays and brushes in our shoe care section, and there's more advice on our shoe care page.
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