Craftsmanship & Sizing
Our Chelsea boots are hand-lasted to true European proportions. Because full-grain cowhide leather naturally relaxes and conforms to your feet with wear, choosing the correct initial fit ensures enduring comfort.
• Snug Instep: When you first slide your foot in using the rear pull-tab, the boot should feel comfortably firm across the instep and heel with no slippage.
• Generous Toe Room: There should be approximately 1 to 1.5 cm of space between your longest toe and the front of the boot.
• Between Sizes? If you wear a half size or fall between two sizes, we recommend sizing down to the smaller full size. Hand-stretched natural leather expands approximately 0.5 cm in width over the first 3 to 5 wears.
For the most accurate measurement, measure your feet in the afternoon or evening while wearing everyday socks.
Place a blank sheet of paper flat on a hard floor against a straight wall. Stand firmly upright with your heel resting gently against the wall.
Holding a pen or pencil vertically straight, mark the point on the paper where your longest toe ends. Repeat for both feet as one foot is often slightly larger.
Measure the distance from the edge of the paper (heel) to your mark in centimeters. Compare your longer foot's measurement to the conversion chart below.
Standard international conversions for Chelc lasts
| PK Size | EU Size | UK Size | US Size | Foot Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PK 7 | 41 | 7 | 8 | 26.0 cm |
| PK 8 | 42 | 8 | 9 | 26.8 cm |
| PK 9 | 43 | 9 | 10 | 27.5 cm |
| PK 10 | 44 | 10 | 11 | 28.3 cm |
| PK 11 | 45 | 11 | 12 | 29.0 cm |
Our boots are built on a standard D/E width last. The sculpted arch and tapered heel keep your foot secure without uncomfortable constriction, while allowing the forefoot room to spread naturally.
We offer complimentary nationwide size exchanges. If your boots do not fit perfectly out of the box, try them indoors on a clean carpet and contact us within 7 days for an immediate size swap.