The Chelsea boot is steeped in both fashion and practicality. Originating in the mid-19th century in England, the first Chelsea boot was explicitly made for Queen Victoria. Her personal bootmaker, Joseph Sparkes Hall, created the first Chelsea boot – originally called Elastic Ankle Boots – in 1851 as a riding boot for the Queen. Yet, it took over a century for the Chelsea boot to arrive in the States. Becoming particularly fashionable during the swinging '60s in London, specifically in the Chelsea district of London, the Beatles brought their regal boots to the American masses.
The Josephine Chelsea boot – named after its inventor – remains essentially the same as it did for the Queen. Featuring elastic side panels and a sleek, ankle-high design, the Josephine Chelsea boot is perfect for those on the run, offering both style and convenience. A truly timeless, elegant, and versatile boot you will want to wear every day, whether you're strolling down city streets or striding into work.
- Goodyear-welt construction
- Victoria last
- Oiled/Waxed Roughout from Charles F. Stead
- Full-grain leather cow lining
- Double-sided gore
- 360º flat welt
- Vegetable-tanned leather insole, welt, and midsole
- Cork filler with steel shank
- Full-grain leather heel counters
- Micro stud outsole for year-round wear
Every pair crafted on Xiamen Island, China
