Cassia Black Leather Combat Boots – Shearling Lined, 7.8cm Block Heel
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Description
The Cassia is a combat boot that stopped pretending it had to choose between utility and elegance. Smooth black calf leather, a cream shearling collar folded out at the top, black rope laces running through silver D-ring hooks, and a deep lug sole with real tread. On top of that, a 7.8cm block heel, which is the part most makers leave out.
This is the only boot in the collection lined in shearling throughout, not just at the collar. The whole inside is wool, which is why it is genuinely warm rather than warm-looking, and why it stays comfortable on a long cold day. The shearling also sits against the ankle exactly where a laced boot usually rubs.
The rest earns its keep too: the lug sole grips a wet pavement, the rope laces hold their tension, and the block heel keeps the whole thing walkable in a way a stiletto never is. It reads best against something soft, a fine knit dress, a wool midi, straight denim. The contrast between the hardware and the fabric is the point of the outfit.
Size & fit: please read before ordering
Made on a French last, cut slim and precise. If your feet are slim to average, order your usual size. If they're wider, we'd suggest sizing up.
Two things specific to this boot. First, you do not need a thick winter sock: the shearling lining is the warmth, so wear it with a normal sock and order accordingly. Second, that lining takes up a little volume, so the boot can feel snug the first few times. It settles as the wool compresses to the shape of your foot. The laces let you adjust the hold across the instep, so a higher instep is less of a problem here than on a slip-on. If your feet are wider across the toes, take the size above. If you are unsure, write to us at info@mangara.be before you order. It is faster than a return.
Details
- Upper: smooth calf leather, black
- Lining: shearling throughout, the only style in the collection lined this way
- Collar: cream shearling, folded out
- Closure: black rope laces through silver D-ring hooks
- Heel: 7.8cm block
- Sole: rubber lug sole with deep tread
- Handcrafted in Brazil by Mangará Atelier
Designed and signed by Patricia Cossettin, produced in small runs with leather from Leather Working Group certified suppliers.
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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.