ETQ CB 01 Rugged Suede Chocolate Mediterranean Suede

The ETQ CB 01 Rugged Suede Chocolate pairs a slim Chelsea boot shape with the substantial character of a welted commando sole. Its lace-free, hardware-free upper keeps the lines clean, while velvety Chocolate suede brings warmth and softness to the silhouette. The rugged foundation prevents the refined design from feeling overly formal.

Wear it with denim for a relaxed daytime look or tailored trousers for evening plans. Soft suede gradually settles around the foot, supported by removable memory foam insoles that adapt through use.

• Slim Chelsea boot silhouette without laces or hardware.
• Welted commando sole adds a rugged counterpoint to the suede upper.
• Designed in the Netherlands and handmade in Portugal by ETQ’s longstanding family-run factory partner.
• Mediterranean suede feels soft from initial wear and conforms to the foot within the first week.
• Welted construction connects the sole and upper with stitching along a strip of leather rather than a glued attachment.
• Hand-lasted and checked twice before leaving the factory.
• Each pair combines 20 to 40 separate components assembled by hand.
• Removable memory foam footbeds mould with wear and can be exchanged for fresh insoles or personal orthotics.
• Internal toe and heel reinforcement helps preserve the boot’s shape through repeated wear.
• Includes a reusable travel bag for packing and carrying.
• The white presentation box serves as the shipping carton, avoiding a second outer box.

Mediterranean Suede comes from the underside of the hide, sanded to create a finely textured, velvet-like nap. ETQ sources it from Gruppo Mastrotto in Arzignano, Italy, an LWG Gold-certified tannery, and Sanchez Agullo in Alicante, Spain, an LWG-approved tannery. Finish, colour, surface and thickness are assessed on every hide before cutting. A short, dense and even nap gives the Chocolate shade its rich, consistent appearance, gaining character over time.

Brush regularly with a suede brush, following the direction of the nap. Apply a water-and-stain protector before the first wear and renew the treatment after cleaning. If the boots get wet, allow them to dry naturally before gently brushing to restore the nap.