In terms of shape, this is a classic Chelsea boot: over-ankle high and with rubber inserts on the sides, which ensure good closure at the ankle and give the shoe elasticity and comfort. Even after hours of wear, it sits comfortably, a benefit to which the soft calfskin lining also contributes. The stitched-through British-made Dainite sole, a mostly smooth sole with a few flat round studs, makes the shoe slip and weather resistant in moderation without compromising its elegant appearance.

Tradition, innovation, design and passion are the cornerstones that distinguish the Portuguese shoe manufacturer Carlos Santos since its founding in 1942. Even then, Carlos Santos cultivated the Goodyear process, which replicates the classic welt stitching with machine assistance. To this day, the company has stuck to it, making it one of the few remaining Portuguese companies in this tradition. Each pair of shoes undergoes a process comprising more than 200 steps, in which the machines only ever supplement the actual manual work at sensible points. Because, in addition, the eye for detail in the design and craftsmanship care in the production of the often classic, but always contemporary-looking models, Carlos Santos has long earned a worldwide reputation.