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Men Chelsea Boots
Chelsea boots are a popular ankle boot style and an icon of 1960s fashion. The boot's history actually dates back to the 1800s, but has a strong association with the British 'mod' scene. Visually, men's Chelsea boots are defined by elastic side panels, low heels and lack of laces. They often have a loop on the back, which can be used to pull them on.
History and Origin
Chelsea boots are a popular ankle boot style, with a long history and some significant periods of great popularity:
Victorian Era
Joseph Sparkes Hall is credited with the original Chelsea boot design and during the Victorian era, the shoes became popular with both men and women. Men's shoes were especially popular for walking and horseback riding.
Evolution Over Time
Over time, the Chelsea boot style has remained fairly consistent, with some slight changes. For example, the Chelsea boots women wear will sometimes have more variety in terms of heel types, with chunky Chelsea boots serving as one example. The 1960s introduced a significant men's variation, the Beatle Boot, with a Cuban heel.
Modern Popularity
Today, men's Chelsea boots continue to enjoy great popularity, benefiting from a vintage appeal and associations with popular bands from the 1960s and 1970s, including The Beatles and The Rolling Stones.
Styles and Variations
Buyers should explore the different variations and think about which option is best:
Classic Leather
Classic leather provides men's Chelsea boots with a timeless aesthetic. The leather is durable, easy to clean and offers a natural water resistance. Our leather is sourced from tanneries that are LWG-certified.
Suede Options
Suede is a softer and more flexible material than classic leather and this can provide all-day comfort. As a material, it is also lighter. Chelsea boots in suede have a distinct visual appeal that makes them perfect for casual wear.
How to Wear Chelsea Boots
It is important to think about how you are actually going to wear your chosen pair of Chelsea boots:
Casual Outfits
For casual outfits, suede Chelsea boots in brown can provide an incredible look. Why not try matching our Connor boots in the Navajo Brown colour option with a nice pair of dark blue or black jeans?
Business Casual
For a business casual look, try combining Chelsea boots in black with a smart pair of jeans, a t-shirt and a nice blazer. Alternatively, Chelsea boots in brown can be paired with smart trousers and a nice shirt and jumper.
Formal Attire
Chelsea boots are famed for their versatility and can work extremely well with formal attire. Our Fargo boots in either the Perfect Black or Bison colour options can be paired with a nice black or blue formal suit.
Care and Maintenance
It is important to take the best possible care of your Chelsea boots and to keep them in a sensible place:
Cleaning Tips
For classic leather Chelsea boots, dust your boots off with a horsehair brush and use a shoe polish in the same colour as the leather. For suede, we recommend using a crepe brush and some suede shampoo to remove tough dirt.
Storage Solutions
Store your shoes in a clean, dry place, away from light to prevent the leather from deteriorating. We also recommend using shoe trees to maintain the shape of the shoes over time.
Buying Guide
When buying men's Chelsea boots, there are two key issues to take into account:
Sizing Advice
At Bobbies, we make our Chelsea boots true to size. This means you can order your usual shoe size with confidence that the boots you receive will fit. If you usually order a half size, it is best to order one size up.
Price Range
For a great pair of Chelsea boots for men, you can expect to pay between £150 and £500. At Bobbies, we are passionate about providing luxury fashion at prices ordinary people can afford and offer various options in this range.