I think it’s great that you wear the same blazer in every video. I’m all about wearing the same well loved pieces over and over.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

I am honestly surprised nobody has pointed this out yet! I do love this blazer so much it’s like a second skin, but I do need to change it up a little more too haha

Another great option, specially for guys in Europe, is Meermin, similar price to Thursday's but even better quality

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Good to know! Thanks Pedro

@dutchlancer2562

5 ай бұрын

Fully agreed! However, owning both a pair of Thursday cavaliers in sandstone suede, and a pair of Meermin Chelseas in Waxy Kudu... the Meermin's are much harder on my feet, especially when I'm not wearing boot-socks. To be fair though, I still have faith that they will break in more, and that alternatively their city-flex line would take care of the biggest inflexibilities I'm currently experiencing. I would still highly reccomend Meermin though, especially for their use of high-quality CF Stead leathers, and very decent finishing given the price category :)

@marcod.r.3299

4 ай бұрын

totaly disagree...Meermin used to be good, but they no longer are, already for years...the are also no longer made in Spain but in Asia, quality control has become really bad.......better to pay more and get boots/shoes from one of the Northamptonshire shoemakers, Loake, Trickers, Church, Crocket & Jones, etc....or in Spain Carmina is also very very good, have some Chelseas of them and they are fantastic

@dutchlancer2562

4 ай бұрын

@@marcod.r.3299 Could I ask in which specific areas you noticed the decrease in quality control? I've been playing with the idea of stepping up to Trickers or Carmina for a while, but the stepup in price still feels like a really big barrier to entry compared to a company like Thursday or Meermin! :)

The Australian company RM Williams, make the best Chelsea boots. They are made out of one piece of leather and are very comfortable.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

I’m noticing a lot of fans of RM Williams in the comments here! Thanks for watching, Steve

I wanted to buy a pair and this video has answered so many answers. You're my new fav fashion and lifestyle influencer!

Don’t forget RM Williams! The GOAT of Chelsea boots

@themancuniancandidate2744

4 ай бұрын

Well said. I own two pairs (at AUD$650 a pair, I can't afford more), and there's something reassuring about knowing they will last me the rest of my life. Here in Australia, owning a pair of RMs is a rite of passage for any man, and it's hard to stop at just one pair.

@zgw8

3 ай бұрын

Heck yes to RM Williams! I have 14 pairs and love them all.

@frankv7068

Ай бұрын

And Carmina

Bought a pair of Church’s Chelsea boots while in London years ago…still pricey, but so comfortable and Church’s last forever!

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Great choice! They are very expensive but there’s something about having the best of the best. And hey, the great thing about shoes is they will always fit you!

I won a pair of Chelsea boots from Beckett Simonon (Easton Side-Zip boots) in dark brown 🤌🏻 close to perfection! The quality is great and the smell of the fresh leather on point!

Might I recommend Loake Chelsea boots. A touch more expensive, though they can be found nearer the £100 mark as factory settings, or via eBay. Goodyear welted, quality leather, and ethically made in England if you choose a pair from their 1880 range.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion, Josh! I’m all down for made in England boots as I’m sure you can imagine

@joshmiller7777

5 ай бұрын

@@Gent.Z you're welcome :)

@barrymurphy1337

5 ай бұрын

I'd second that, those are the ones I own. Bit pricey for some maybe, but lovely boots.

I love Chelsea boots. I have a dark brown pair from Carmina. However, a great type of boot that has a similar style are Jodhpur boots. Recently got a black pair from TLB mallorca and love the style. The picture you posted at 7:35 also appears to be jodhpurs, look at the buckle on the left side of the boot in the picture. They are a great alternative.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Yeah the details of the Jodhpurs make a nice change! I always think these look great if you’re a gent who rides a motorcycle or Vespa

great content..i didnt know off this tiktok theory, so tht got me here...huge chelsea boot guy i am...got a dark brown suede, fadding gradually into a black tip from heels and buckle...absolutely adore them

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

It’s definitely a new phenomenon and not majorly known, but I thought it was interesting way to look at these classic shoes! Your boots sound beautiful

I’m a Chelsea boots guy. I have black and a cognac colored pairs, and also agrey and brown suede. All from Magnanni.

I enjoy wearing Ring and Harness boots.

Been looking for a nice pair of Chelsea's. Liked the look of the Alipasinm, from this video. Ordered a pair. I must tell you. Shocked is an understatement! Fit and finish is on par with more expensive brands. Thank you for advice!

I love wearing linen trousers, especially in the summer, but I can never find a pair of shoes to fit in a smarter setting. I have a pair of suede drivers that are nice but more casual. Would you recommend maybe a soft grain leather loafer, or any other style? Thanks.

Love this video. Thanks for the awesome research

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Cheers Darby! Glad you enjoyed this one

I have Chelsea boots from Thursday Boots - great for entry level and 3 different styles to see if Chelseas are for you, Beckett Simonon - love them but not the 3 month wait, Acemarks - great looking dress Chelseas for pairing with a suit, and Meermin - better fit and build quality than Thursday and just as affordable when bought on their 1/2 yearly sales.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for your suggestions, Patrick!

I own a Signature RM Williams black Chelsea boot, my next brand will be Carmina, these are worth all the money spent, due to their craftsmanship and ability to be resoled.

I have had a pair of RM Williams boots for 12 years, had them re-soled once.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

That’s great! And what’s great about Chelseas is they never go out of style

@stevenfredericks9844

5 ай бұрын

My Chestnut Brown RM Williams are best looking boot I own! $80 at a consignment shop and they were unworn. I would also recommend Allen Edmonds Liverpools. Got 'em in black for about the same price off of ebay. Chelseas look great with just about everything.

I am the biggest fan of a local Dutch craftsman brand called Van Bommel. They exist since the 1700s and make absolutely great shoes. All my shoes are from there, and without a doubt my dark cognac chelseas are a favourite.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Thanks Joris, I am actually not familiar with Van Bommel and I’m going to read up on them!

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

They have some very nice dark suede options! And the price is quite reasonable too

@jorisvanoeffel4721

5 ай бұрын

@@Gent.Z yeah they are small scale, mostly domestic focussed with some stores in Germany, France and I believe the UK. The price is amazing for the quality you get. What’s also very nice for me personally is that they have a wider fit: as common for north-west European men I have some bit wider feet, and since they are a Dutch heritage brand they accommodate to this. Contrary to Italian footwear like Santorini for instance, or the globally focused sportswear brands. They have two lines: their heritage line Van Bommel and the seasonal line Floris van Bommel which is a bit more fashion forward and houses for instance sneakers, but more so everything except dress shoes. I own shoes from both lines.

@jorisvanoeffel4721

5 ай бұрын

@@Gent.Z love the vids btw! Just discovered you channel yesterday but ai agree with everything you preach.

I have brown pairs from Loake and Carmina. Both are fantastic quality and look amazing.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Nice choices!

There is one fundamental element to any good footwear, be it Chelsea Boots, or Brogues, Oxfords or indeed any leather shoe that is often overlooked in the discussion of styles and that is, proper care! Yes you can pay literally £1000's for a top of the line boot or shoe, but if you don't take the time to care for them, their appeal will soon fade and you give of a signal of simply 'can't be bothered'. So, invest in good polish for your footwear and clean them regularly :). When a woman checks out a man, she starts with his footwear practically every time!

I have 2 pairs, dark brown and black. I wear them more than any other shoes, both because they're classic and elegant, but also because they only take 5 seconds to put on, which is handy if I'm in a hurry in the morning 😅

I wear Chelseas with my suits instead of dress shoes. A black pair with my charcoal suit; and oxbloods with my navy suit.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Very nice choices. I love the boots with a suit

I love my Chelsea boots, I have 5 pairs including an ox blood pair ( Amazing colour) from Paul Evans in New York, expensive but top quality.

i'm a new rock boot man. chelsea boots don't appeal to me. new rocks can be flashy but i like that about them

Just a nice looking pair of leather shoes - any style - elevates a look. Sneakers have their place, but I when I want to look nice, I put on leather oxfords or boots. Have only one nice pair of black Chelsea boots, but they serve me well

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

I agree! I also wear white sneakers from time to time but they never make me feel 'the business' the same way a pair of boots or loafers do.

Crockett and Jones....the best option...

I love Chelsaa boots and have been wearing them for years. They are more elegant than sneakers, which is all I see most men wearing. I have four pairs …black and brown leather and tan and dark brown suede. I love wearing a black turtle neck sweater, black jeans, black Chelsea boots and a camel hair polo coat.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

That is the ultimate Chelsea boots outfit that comes to mind when I think of these shoes! Personally I like wool trousers a little more and sadly I do not suit a turtle neck 😅😅

I really like my Chelsea boots. I have a couple pairs. They go well with my outfits.

I think a pair of dark brown chelsea boots is the best bet and should be the first pair to get. As you said, it is more versatile. Black just doesn't go well with as many colours as brown does, e.g. it looks terrible on beige chinos.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Yeah that’s very true. I also really like Oxblood - a pretty underrated leather in my opinion

Shape and sole play a lot into what you wear them with.for sure Even a nice leather with heavier sole and rounder toe can make a suit look off.

I'm one of those asian guy in Chelseas and a long coat😂

I love Chelsea boots. but I would argue that the big and clunky work boot style Chelsea boots have their place too.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

They do! But the style effect is very different in my opinion

@stevedapirate5

5 ай бұрын

@@Gent.Z I work construction so they come in handy. Safety toes make feet a lot bigger looking. I certainly won't wear them outside of work. Damn ugly especially when compared to the original

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

That's true, I've had to wear steel toe shoes for work in the past too!@@stevedapirate5

Had a pair of dark brown Chelsea boots. Didnt really like how they paired with a suit. Didnt really like them with jeans or chinos. Ended up donating them to a thrift store.

Not everyone can wear Chelsea boots. Maybe look into other alternatives in dress boots.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

They do require a certain level of style to pull but I think that’s achievable for most who are interested in dressing well

@donaldduck7461

5 ай бұрын

@@Gent.Z I’d love to wear the Chelsea boot, but unfortunately I’m a big chap with wide feet. So I wear brown/black shoes (G fitting) & chukka boots for a more casual look.

“Fukboi.” I laughed out loud. Thank you for that. Chelsea boots and other pointy styles are problematic for my older, wide feet. And unfortunately, I find Thursday boots in general to be problematic; even their shoes that are supposedly “wide” widths do not have very roomy toe boxes. Fortunately, there are so many other brands out there making more roomy service boots, which can be an extremely elegant style when well-made with fine leathers: Grant Stone, Truman, Allen Edmonds, etc.

Mistake #1 - watching Tic Tok. Have some scruples about yourself and NEVER look at that garbage.

Chelsea boots are at risk of being "That Fedora Guy". Fedoras are sometimes demonized because men will wear them with t-shirts and the most casual of outfits while thinking the hat alone makes them look cool and/or dressed up. I love Chelsea boots but they can not be your only footwear with every outfit.

If money matters less than perfection then Edward Green Govan or Viberg. Both better made by matrices than the so-called fashion brands. Best for the price? Grant Stone. Most iconic---that's RM Williams and much has already been said here. Worth it. All of these.

Would be interested to hear how to pair some suede chelseas.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Sure thing! I’ll put this down on my list of video ideas

@JimmyAntepara

5 ай бұрын

@@Gent.Z excellent!

I’ve been a Chelsea men since age 15

I have a pair of brown Helm Chelsea boots

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Nice choice, Roger

Yeah Righto . Chelsea boots are the natiional dress of Australia . RM Williams worn across the whole society from schoolboys to farmers to cops to Soldiers to CEOs Then there is Blundstone . I can't remember not having a pair and I'm working class Aussie.

Chelsea boots have been cool for 20 years at least, so not a trend.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

The boots themselves are not a trend at all, the ‘theory’ is - but it’s just a bit of fun ;)

Thursday Boots !

Whoa whoa hold on tiktok, when did chelseas stopped being "fuckboi" shoes? Lol I guess we are finally over that "everyone wears chelseas" phase, just to jump right back in, thank you tiktok lol

There's nothing more classic then good wingtip brogue shoes - they've been way long before that chelsea hipster trend came out of the bushes. They came out at the end of the 19th century. Furthermore, there are many classic boots out there, which i prefer instead of Chelsea. So, horses for courses. One shoes style doesn't fit everyone. 🙂 You can be vegi/vegetarian, straight edge, don't date, don't tinder, don't drink, don't smoke & don't fly, care about the envirioment, also love various sneakers, like i am. It's silly to think, that from the shoes one is this & that - that's soo typical stereotype & -skindeep, in fact - exactly how our todays "modern" society is - ego-driven, attitude, narc's & superficial. Brave new world...not my cup of tea.

@Gent.Z

5 ай бұрын

Wingtip brogues are a great shoe but it’s a very different look to the Chelsea boot. This video (and the TikTok) is meant to be light hearted. Obviously these stereotypes are not always true but it’s just a fun way to look at an old classic!

I'm just looking at your lips ❤😊

What a load of bollocks.

I have a foot in both camps. I own several pairs of high quality (RM Williams, Paul Smith, Armani) Chelsea boots, but I also own around 10 pairs of old school Adidas Originals. I grew up in the 70s and 80s where, Adidas trainers were pretty much ubiquitous, and I play guitar in a Britpop tribute band, so the Originals are a must-wear on stage. I once attended a formal event wearing a full tux but with black and white Samba Supers. I'm sure some people thought I looked a complete knob, but it was important to add that little dash of 'fuck you' to the organisers (with whom I didn't get along). But the less said about those bloody awful huge trainers modern men/boys wear, the better. You want to dress like a Pikey? Go ahead.