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SPIRAL COMMENT

A beautiful balance of understated elegance and the joy of watching leather age.

La Poche has introduced a limited-edition brown version of its signature Chelsea boot, the MATHILDA.

Created in response to customer requests, this special edition features beautiful smooth leather in a rich, reddish-brown shade. The simple design really lets the character of the leather shine.

With slightly lower elastic side panels, a clean, refined ankle silhouette, and a softly rounded toe, MATHILDA strikes a lovely balance between elegance and strength.

And although originally designed with women in mind, MATHILDA is available in sizes that can accommodate men, too.

If you have narrow, low-volume feet and often find that conventional men's boots feel too roomy, I would definitely encourage you to give these a try.

The name MATHILDA comes from the character in the film Léon: The Professional, reflecting the designer's vision of a woman who is strong, independent, and true to herself.

Now, I have a particularly soft spot for these boots.

MATHILDA was actually my very first pair of La Poche boots.

I still remember trying them on at the flagship store in Asakusa as if it were yesterday.

"I've never worn boots like these before! They're SO comfortable!"

I made quite a fuss about how amazing they felt, and ended up walking straight out of the shop wearing them! (Haha!)

After that, I wore them practically every single day.

I know you're supposed to give leather boots a rest between wears, but I just couldn't help myself. They were always the pair I wanted to put on.

I've already had them repaired twice, so perhaps it's about time I treated myself to this brown pair, too.

I usually wear regular straight-leg jeans, and my favorite way to style MATHILDA is with a slightly higher cuff to show off the boots.

The uppers are made from Dutch tarwe calf, an original calf leather vegetable-tanned in Himeji, Japan.

It has a wonderfully supple, springy feel and a smooth, rich texture. As you wear the boots, the leather gradually molds to your feet, developing a beautiful sheen and character of its own.

Vibram rubber outsoles add practicality and dependable everyday wear without compromising the clean silhouette.

They look fantastic with denim, of course, but they're equally lovely with skirts or dresses for a little contrast between rugged and feminine.

And above all, there's the comfort.

It's hard to believe you're wearing leather boots when they feel almost as comfortable as sneakers.

They're the kind of boots that make you happy every time you put them on, and before you know it, you're reaching for them again and again.

Finding a pair of boots you love that much is a pretty wonderful thing.

Don't just take my word for it. Give MATHILDA a try. I think you'll be pleasantly surprised!

Spiral Note

Dutch Tarwe Calf — A Leather Made to Grow More Beautiful with Time

Dutch tarwe calf is an original leather made from high-quality Dutch calf hides, vegetable-tanned in Himeji, one of Japan's most renowned leather-producing regions.

What makes this leather special is the way it combines the rich aging characteristics of traditional vegetable tanning with remarkable suppleness.

Vegetable-tanned leather can sometimes feel quite firm, but through the skill and experience of the tannery, Dutch tarwe calf retains a beautifully flexible, resilient character.

Rather than covering the surface with an opaque pigment finish, the leather is dyed to preserve its natural grain and subtle variations.

As the boots are worn, fine creases begin to develop, and with regular care, the leather gradually takes on a deeper color and richer luster.

Instead of maintaining a perfectly uniform appearance, it records the experiences of the person wearing it.

With a simple Chelsea boot like MATHILDA, the quality and character of the leather make all the difference.

That's exactly why Dutch tarwe calf is such a wonderful match for this design.

It's a leather that makes you look forward not only to how your boots look today, but also to how beautiful they'll become in the years ahead.