"Comfortable, classy and elegant"
Stirling has the same design and look as our popular Eastwood chelsea boot, with the addition of brogue detailing on the toe. Comfortable, versatile and relaxed it can be worn casually or suited up. This unique aubergine finish adds individuality and interest to any outfit.
- Slip-on chelsea boot with elasticated sides
- Stylish, modern design
- Subtle brogue medallion detailing on toe
- Full grain calf leather for softness and longevity
- Hand-dyed aubergine patina, polished and burnished
- Hard-wearing Blake-stitched leather/rubber sole for added grip
- Full calf leather lining for comfort and to absorb moisture
- Made in Italy by artisan shoemakers
Why choose the aubergine Stirling?
Like the Eastwood, our beautifully designed Stirling is a versatile, timeless Chelsea boot with the additional brogue detailing on the toe.
It is a comfortable, easy-to-wear ankle boot that is stylish and classy and in our unique aubergine leather, is a subtle option to add colour and individuality to any outfit.
Looks good with...
With its simple shape and cut, the Stirling Chelsea boot can be worn with smart tailoring for a contemporary, sleek, unfussy look, but pare it down with jeans and a jacket, and it immediately has a more relaxed, comfortable vibe.
In our unique aubergine/eggplant patina, this boot is a perfect fit with blue or black jeans, but pair them with a suit and create that effortlessly professional look for the workplace.
Stitched leather sole and stacked leather heel
The sole is stitched onto the upper using a traditional and refined Italian method called Blake stitching. This allows the sole to be easily replaced when it eventually wears but we've used a rubber insert as well, to aid longevity and grip.
There is a 25mm genuine-leather stacked heel, with brass pins and a rubber piece, again for longer wear and better grip. There is also a ‘gentleman’s corner’, a small bevel that reduces snagging of the heel on your trousers. We've even added an embossed Thomas Bird logo in the waist of the sole too, a distinctive feature of our brand.
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 dying, polishing and burnishing create the depth and richness of the unique purple 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.