Dear Ladies, Will You Wear Chelsea Boots?

Moving into the 1950’s and 60’s, the boot went through a kind of re-branding. The boot gained its new name the Chelsea boot, as a result of the Chelsea set…

History
With their British lineage, Chelsea boots are a classic version of ankle boots. Traditionally made of a single piece of leather, their simple and casual appearance makes them an everyday essential for women. The hassle-free features (sans any straps or laces) are the main reason why they have been a popular trend from the early Victorian era to present days.

Moving into the 1950’s and 60’s, the boot went through a kind of re-branding. The boot gained its new name the Chelsea boot, as a result of the Chelsea set – a group of creatives and socialites that hung about the area of Chelsea, London, and wore the boot. In the 1960’s a cuban heel was added and this addition plunged the boot into stardom as it began to be seen on the feet of famous wearers. Celebrities such as members of The Rolling Stones, The Beatles and Jean Shirmpton were regular wearers of the Chelsea boot.

Trousers and Chelsea Boots

Alexa Chung
The addition of higher and varying heel shapes to the Chelsea boot has made the boot more versatile, particularly for women. Chunky heels, cool prints and contrasting rubber panels have given women more creative styling options. One of the most common ways to style this boot is with straight or skinny leg trousers, to really show it off, especially if the boot has a unique print or colour.

Skirts, Dresses and Chelsea Boots
Another popular way to style the boot is with skirts or flowy dresses. The contrast between the masculine boot and the girly flirty dress adds edge and sex appeal. The introduction of a higher heel to the Chelsea boot also helps to elongate the legs.

Akua
Dress, skirts, trousers oh my! The styling possibilities with the Chelsea boots are absolutely boundless. Such versatile shoes, whether you are heading out with friends, to a festival, work or just running errands, your Chelsea boots will never fail you.

Will you ever don it?