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Flora Women's Embroidered Boots (Black)

Product description

Indulge in a piece of history with Flora Embroidered Boots, an exclusive reproduction of the intricate opera and evening boots popular in the late Victorian period. Expertly crafted with intricate botanical detailing, these stunning satin boots will take you back to an era of sophistication and finesse. Wear them with bustle and Belle Epoque attire from the 1870s to c. 1900, or with modern dress as a statement piece.
The Flora Boots are designed in collaboration with the Bata Shoe Museum. Every pair of shoes from the In Bloom collection benefits and supports The Bata Shoe Museum in their study, outreach, and conservation of historic footwear.
As a lace-up boot, Floras are very adjustable for a wide variety of ankle, calf, and instep measurements. The top of the Flora boots does not extend to the widest part of the calf muscle. Measurements scale a little based on size.
These measurements based on size 7.5:Ankle range - 9 to 13 inches / 22.8 cm to 33 cmShaft height - 7.8 inch / 20 cmBoot top range - 9.4 to 13.4 inches / 24 to 34 cmTongue width - 4.5 inch / 11.5 cm
Though the antiques were made in silk, our boots are made in a durable and cleanable polyester satin, the ideal choice for footwear built to last. Spritz your shoes with Angelus Water & Stain Repellent to keep them in good condition and looking swell. 

Materials & Sizing

Poly satin uppers with embroidery

1.75 in / 4.4 cm French heel
Full leather lining
Lace-up closure through metal grommets
"B" width (average). Order a half size larger for wide or looser fit.

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Sizing



Size Trends

Runs true to size for most customers.


Width
Regular (B) width 






Size Chart









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Materials



Color
Black


Upper
Polyester Satin



Lining
Pigskin leather


Sole
Leather


Heel
Satin covered



Heel Height
1.75 in / 4.4 cm



Footbed
Lightly Padded



Closure
Lace-up






Origins



Design
Based on an original in the Bata Shoe Museum collection



Materials
China



Assembly
China




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