Vriesea White Leather Hiker Boots – 9cm Block Heel
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Description
The Vriesea takes the language of a mountain boot and rewrites it in white leather. Mustard rope laces run through polished silver D rings and speed hooks, the collar is padded in black, and the whole thing sits on a black lug sole with a 9cm block heel. It reads sporty from a distance and as a proper leather boot up close, which is exactly the point.
The upper is genuine leather from a Leather Working Group certified tannery, cut clean so the white stays graphic rather than fussy. The platform absorbs part of the height, so the 9cm heel walks shorter than it measures. The shaft is 16cm high with a 12.5cm circumference, high enough to hold the ankle, low enough to leave the leg free.
How to wear it
- With straight or slightly cropped denim turned up once, so the laces and the collar stay visible.
- Under slim wool trousers in charcoal, camel or black, for the contrast the white was designed for.
- With a heavy knit dress and opaque tights, the boot doing all the talking.
Size & fit: please read before ordering
Made on a French last, with a fine, precise cut. This style is true to size, order your usual size.
The lace-up front gives you real adjustment across the instep, so a higher or flatter foot still closes comfortably. If you are between sizes, or if you plan to wear thick socks all winter, take the larger of the two rather than sizing down. Not sure which size to pick? Write to info@mangara.be before you order and we will help you choose.
Materials and care
- Upper: genuine leather, Leather Working Group certified tannery
- Lining and insole: synthetic, cushioned
- Sole: rubber lug sole, 9cm block heel with platform
- Shaft: 16cm high, 12.5cm circumference
- Fastening: laces with metal D rings and hooks
Clean white leather with a barely damp cloth and let it dry naturally, away from any heat source. Never use solvents or coloured products. Store the boots with a shaper inside so the shaft keeps its line.
Designed in Belgium by Patricia Cossettin, handcrafted in Brazil in small runs.
Heel height
Fit & sizing
Upper material
Patricia Cossettin Created Mangará to Redefine Luxury Footwear—Made Accessible for All
Great shoes should feel effortless. Because every Mangará pair is handmade in Brazil on a French last, our shoes have a particular, consistent fit — and once you know it, choosing your size is easy. Here's everything you need to get it right the first time.
How our shoes run: the French last
Our shoes are shaped on a French last, which gives an elegant, slightly slim fit through the foot. If your feet are narrow to average, take your usual EU size. If your feet are on the wider side, read the wide-feet notes below before choosing.
Find your size (EU size chart)
The most reliable way to size is by foot length, not by the size you usually buy — brands vary.
How to measure:
- Stand on a sheet of paper with your heel against a wall (measure at the end of the day, when feet are slightly larger).
- Mark the tip of your longest toe.
- Measure heel-to-toe in centimetres. Measure both feet and use the larger.
- Match your longest measurement to the chart below.
| EU size | Foot length (cm) |
|---|---|
| 36 | 23.0 |
| 37 | 23.7 |
| 38 | 24.3 |
| 39 | 25.0 |
| 40 | 25.7 |
| 41 | 26.3 |
| 42 | 27.0 |
These are guide measurements. If you're between sizes, size up or contact us — we're happy to help you choose. We also offer half sizes (36.5–41.5) on many styles.
Wide feet? Narrow feet? Here's what to choose
- Wider feet: because of the slim French last, consider sizing up by half a size, and favour adjustable styles — ankle straps, buckles and toe-ring slides give the most room. Open styles (slides, mules, strappy sandals) suit wider feet better than closed courts.
- Narrow feet: take your true size; adjustable straps let you tighten for a secure fit.
- In-between: size up to the nearest half size — leather gives a little as it softens, but never shrinks.
Leather that moulds to you
Our calf leather is supple from the first wear and continues to soften, gently shaping to your foot over the first few outings. A snug (never tight) fit at the start is normal — it's the leather getting to know you.
Still not sure? We'll help — and returns are free
If you're between sizes or unsure which style suits your feet, message us before you buy — we're happy to advise. And because every order includes free 30-day returns across Europe, you can try your pair at home with no risk.
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Fit FAQ
Do Mangará shoes run true to size?
They run slightly slim because they're made on a French last. Narrow-to-average feet: take your usual EU size. Wider feet: size up half a size and choose adjustable styles.
Are these shoes good for wide feet?
Yes, with the right choice. Pick adjustable, open styles (ankle straps, buckles, slides, toe-ring sandals) and consider a half size up. Closed courts are the slimmest fit.
Should I size up or down?
When in doubt, size up to the nearest half size. Leather softens and gives slightly with wear; it won't shrink to fit.
Are the heels comfortable to walk in?
Most of our heels are stable block heels (roughly 4–9 cm) designed for real, all-day wear rather than standing still.
Can I return them if the fit is wrong?
Absolutely — free 30-day returns across Europe.