Chelsea boots carry a deep British imprint from birth. It first dates back to the Victorian era in 19th century England, led by a man named J Sparkes Hall's Victoria exclusive shoemaker was invented by the Queen, and this new type of short boot does not use shoelaces, but comes with elastic bands at the ankle. Due to its convenient wearing and suitability for walking and horseback riding, this new type of boot quickly spread from the royal family to the common people.

Today's men's Chelsea boots have also undergone many changes, but some basic characteristics will not change:
1. Ankle length and high cut.
High cut is the most fundamental feature of Chelsea boots, and it is precisely because it reaches the ankle that it can adapt to various combinations.
2. The toe of the shoe is circular.
There have also been some changes in pointed toe styles, but the most classic toe styles are still round.
3. Low heels.
4. The ankle is composed of rubber bands.
This rubber band is the soul of Chelsea boots, it eliminates the presence of shoelaces and makes leather boots more flexible. The color of rubber bands usually differs from leather. If you see boots on the street that feel a bit similar, but the ankle is not rubber bands, but zippered boots, well, that's not Chelsea boots.

▶  How to choose a suitable pair of Chelsea boots?
Firstly, because Chelsea boots do not have shoelaces, it is very important to ensure they fit properly. Do not blindly believe in shoe sizes, it is best to try them out in person at a physical store.
When trying on in the store, pay extra attention to the texture of the rubber bands at the ankles. Rubber bands usually loosen over time, but good materials can last for many years, while poor ones may become loose in a few months. When purchasing, in addition to selecting good materials, it is also important to choose slightly tighter ones, but do not feel squeezed on both sides or toes.
Chelsea boots are leather boots, commonly made of cowhide and suede. If you are in a damp and rainy environment, or if you are going through harsh winters, or if you often wear formal suits, it is best to choose more durable, classic styles, and more expensive cowhide instead of soft suede.
But if you just want to wear casual clothes on summer nights and go on a cool date, you can also choose a pair of trendy suede boots, which will greatly increase your fashion index.
If you want to take a rural route, brown suede is the best way to highlight this trait (but it's best not to rain frequently in the local area). Taking urban routes, it's best to choose black. Purple red is often a good choice.
Some of the brownish yellow Chelsea boots are very beautiful, but the prerequisite is that you must know how to match them. There are other colors such as blue, green, yellow, or red, and whether these colors can be chosen correctly depends on your taste.
▶  Common combinations of Chelsea boots
1. Black Chelsea boots: dark suit. Pleatless formal pants+formal shirt+flannel/wool sports jacket. Close fitting khaki pants+formal shirt+navy blue suit.
2. Brown Chelsea boots: Light or neutral color suits, can be made of various materials including twill soft woolen. Straight leg jeans+casual or formal shirt/POLO shirt.
3. Date wear: Chelsea boots, leather jackets, formal jackets, informal shirts, etc.
4. Street wear: Chelsea boots, flannel jackets/shirts, casual shirts, pullovers, sweaters, leather jackets, etc.
5. Weekend outfit: Chelsea boots, tight jeans, white T-shirt, denim jacket shirt.
6. Autumn and winter clothing: Chelsea boots, black jeans, high necked sweater, double breasted coat
7. Business casual wear: black cowhide Chelsea boots (non lacquered leather shoes), khaki pants, Oxford shirt, formal jacket.
8. Semi formal business attire: Black Chelsea boots, black/gray suit. Black/brown Chelsea boots, brown/navy blue suit.