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Hobbs Rosaleen Black Leather Ankle Boots Gold Buckle Block Heel Boots UK 5
£45.00
Item Overview
- Type: Women's Block Heel Ankle Boots / Smart Dress Boots
- Designer: Hobbs London Design Studio
- Brand: Hobbs
- Manufacturer: Hobbs London Ltd
- MPN: 0222-LE75-001H010
- Place of Origin: United Kingdom (Designed) / Continental Europe (Crafted)
- Style: Equestrian Chic / Contemporary Classic / Smart Luxury Tailoring
- Colour: Deep Raven Black Leather, Polished Champagne Gold Tone Hardware, Dark Stacked Block Heel
- Design Era: Contemporary Modern Boutique Range (Discontinued Rosaleen Line)
- Material: 100% Genuine Smooth Calfskin Leather Upper, Leather and Textile Combination Lining, Durable Synthetic Sole
- Set Includes: One (1) Matched Pair of Women's Ankle Boots
- Features: Distinctive Gancini Style Gold Insignia Buckle, Wrap-Around Monk Strap Accent, Sturdy Stacked Block Heel, Hidden Internal Ankle Zip Fastening, Gently Rounded Almond Toe Profile
- Condition: Very Good Vintage/Pre-owned Condition (Beautifully preserved leather uppers with original structure intact and minimal, honest storage or handling wear)
- Size and Capacity: Women's UK Size 5 / European Size 38 / US Size 7. Heel height measures a stable, comfortable low block profile.
Dating & Historical Context
- Dating: This premium pair of ladies' boots stems from Hobbs London's highly successful late-2010s to early-2020s signature footwear collections. The manufacturing and style indicators—including the specific factory tracking code (0222-LE75), the inclusion of the bespoke equestrian-influenced polished metal buckle strip, and the heavy-duty tonal internal zip sliders—are clear diagnostic details confirming its place as an upscale, discontinued wardrobe classic.
- Historical Note: Established in Hampstead, London in 1981, Hobbs has long been celebrated as a cornerstone of high-end British tailoring, bridging the gap between high-street accessibility and luxury craftsmanship. Their footwear lines are particularly sought after for utilizing premium European tanneries and focus heavily on timeless, understated styles. The "Rosaleen" boot model perfectly displays this heritage design language, using a sophisticated gold double-arch buckle strap that pays homage to classic British saddlery and Italian equestrian metalwork. This crossover styling makes the boot highly versatile, easily anchoring smart tailored workwear or casual autumn wardrobes.
Description
An exceptionally sleek and beautifully balanced acquisition for collectors of premium British fashion, footwear curators, or contemporary capsule wardrobe stagers, this pair of Hobbs London leather boots is full of sophisticated character. Structured from a smooth, substantial grade of genuine black leather, the boots feature a clean, uninterrupted vamp that sweeps upward into a mid-rise ankle shaft. The classic silhouette is elevated by a fixed decorative ankle strap housing a beautiful, high-shine champagne gold buckle mechanism that catches ambient light wonderfully, adding a touch of quiet luxury.
Expert Identification & Design Features:
- Verified Rosaleen Design: Stands as an authentic, high-grade release from Hobbs London, showcasing their signature clean stitch lines and refined heel silhouettes.
- Equestrian Hardware Detail: Houses a brilliant, mirror-polished gold tone buckle configuration across the lateral ankle face, mimicking heritage stirrup work.
- Ergonomic Zip Placement: Fitted with a smooth, colour-matched internal side zipper that allows for effortless entry while keeping the outer profile completely streamlined.
- Stable Stacked Block Heel: Grounded by a wide, low block heel that offers an elegant lift while maximizing distribution and foot support for extended daily wear.
Condition Report
This pair of premium leather boots is in very good pre-owned condition, displaying an abundance of original aesthetic charm and solid structural density. The smooth black leather uppers are beautifully supple and entirely intact, free from any deep stress cracking, scuffs to the toe boxes, or thread unravelling. The gold-tone hardware components remain extraordinarily bright, entirely free from oxidation or pitting. Internally, the textile and leather linings are clean, keeping the original branded gold insoles legible. The outsoles and heel caps exhibit light, honest wear consistent with gentle use, but retain extensive tread definition and are completely free from uneven compression or splitting. (Please examine the comprehensive macro gallery photos to confirm the leather finish and verify the physical scale).
Shipping & Logistics
- Domestic Shipping: FREE UK TRACKED DELIVERY.
- Packaging: Each boot will be stuffed with tissue paper to preserve the ankle shaft form, wrapped independently in high-density bubble cushioning to prevent hardware friction or surface bruising during transit, and shipped together inside a rigid container to guarantee safe arrival.
- Dispatch: Order before 12.00pm and we ship same day.
Returns & Payment Policies
We want you to be delighted with your heritage find.
- Not as Described: In the unlikely event of an error in our listing, we will provide a full refund and cover the return postage costs.
- Change of Mind: We accept returns within 30 days; however, in these instances, the buyer is responsible for the return shipping costs.