"These boots are just a beauty to behold"
Manhattan is a Chelsea boot with gorgeous looks and attitude. It is cut higher up the ankle, with a higher 40mm stacked heel and beautiful sweeping lines. Comfortable and versatile it can be worn casually with jeans or suited up. In a sleek classic black suede, this is an elegant and unique boot that will enhance any outfit.
- Slip-on Chelsea boot with elasticated sides
- Stylish, modern design with sweeping silhouette
- Premium, black suede leather for softness and longevity
- Quality Blake-stitched leather sole
- Higher 40mm/1.5 inch stacked heel
- Full calf leather lining for comfort and to absorb moisture
- Made in Italy by artisan bootmakers
Why choose the black suede Manhattan?
If you are looking for a sophisticated, edgy vibe then the black Manhattan is a contemporary take on the classic Chelsea boot.
Cut higher up the ankle and with a 40mm stacked leather heel, this boot exudes attitude and class and is the perfect accessory for an effortlessly cool look.
Looks good with...
The Manhattan is definitely sophisticated and cool, and the higher heel gives the wearer a certain stature and easy confidence.
In black suede, the Manhattan looks effortlessly stylish - team it with pale chinos and a blazer for a look that says chilled, with attitude!
Stitched leather sole and stacked leather heel
The gorgeous Manhattan boot has a 40mm stacked leather heel, with a quarter rubber top piece for grip.
The sole in leather is painted black with the distictive Thomas Bird logo in the waist, and with no visible pins, the clean simplicity of this boot follows through right down to the sole.
Materials and craftsmanship
We work with the finest Italian artisan shoemakers who showcase their expertise in cutting, shaping, stitching and dying leathers, skilled crafts that have been handed down through the generations.
With attention to detail being paramount, leathers are carefully selected by weight and pliability and cut to form the pattern to fit the last. Then several stages of suede dying to create the depth and richness of the classic colour.
Italian made
Italy is renowned for the quality and style innovation of its beautiful leathers and components used in the shoemaking process.
It has a strong and well-deserved reputation as the home of fine craftsmanship and attention to detail and we want nothing less for our Thomas Bird collection.