Byrne Chelsea Suede Boot

Office and business wear. Suits smart-casual and relaxed office dress codes with chinos or textured tailoring. For formal business settings, the calf leather Byrne is the sharper choice.

Weekends and casual. The suede Chelsea's natural territory. Both shades pair easily with denim and chinos; Cognac Suede brings a lighter, warmer tone for off-duty wear.

Smart events. Works with soft tailoring at relaxed occasions, garden parties and casual dinners.

Not formal enough for. Formal business dress, black tie, white tie and formal morning dress.

Order your everyday UK size. Order the same UK size you wear in most leather footwear. If you normally wear a half size in other brands, choose the full size above, for example UK 9.5 elsewhere means UK 10 here.

Snug at first is correct. The natural calf leather lining will soften and bed in over the first few wears. Some initial snugness across the forefoot is expected and normal.

Wide forefoot or high instep? Consider ordering one full size above your usual size. The leather will mould with wear but does not stretch significantly across the width.

Full UK sizes only. This style is stocked in full UK sizes 6 to 12; no half sizes are available.

Upper: Calf suede (Brown Suede, Cognac Suede)
Lining: Full natural calf leather lining
Insole: Full natural calf leather insole
Sole: Branded Vibram VI-Lite full tread sole and heel
Branding: Discreet John White signature branding on the heel sock and sole waist
Construction: Storm welt with self-coloured stitch. Designed by JWS to its own specification, built for comfort and longevity
Fit: True to size. Fine elastic gussets and woven pull loops for secure, easy entry. Full UK sizes 6 to 12 only.

Calf suede (Brown Suede, Cognac Suede). Apply a suede protector spray before first wear and every few weeks thereafter. Brush regularly with a suede brush to lift the nap, and use a suede eraser for marks. Never use wax polish or leather conditioner on suede.

Wet weather. The Vibram sole handles wet ground well, but suede uppers benefit from a fresh coat of protector spray before wet spells. Allow wet suede to dry naturally away from heat, then brush to restore the nap.

Storage. Insert cedar shoe trees after wearing to hold the shape and draw out moisture, and allow at least 24 hours between wears. Store away from direct heat and sunlight.