Knee-high faux suede upper with a soft, slightly napped finish that holds its shape through the shaft without stiffening around the leg Elasticated panel running the full length of the back - the defining detail that allows the wide fit shaft to flex and accommodate a broader calf without pulling or gaping at the front Side zip fastening for easy on-and-off, sitting flush against the inner shaft so it doesn't interrupt the clean line of the boot Chunky lug sole with visible contrast stitching along the rand, giving the base a rugged, grounded look that balances the sleek upper Mid block heel sitting between 5 and 6.5cm - substantial enough to add height, low enough to carry you through a full day on your feet with confidence The elasticated back panel is what sets the Sadie apart from a standard knee-high - it isn't a design flourish, it's doing real work, letting the boot sit close to the leg without the usual wrestle of getting a wide-fit shaft to behave. The faux suede upper feels smooth to the touch and lies flat across the foot, with no bunching at the toe or ankle. The lug sole keeps the whole silhouette grounded, steering these firmly away from anything overly polished and into the territory of genuinely wearable everyday boots. Pair them with straight-leg or wide-leg jeans tucked into the shaft for a clean finish, or let a midi skirt skim just above the knee to show a sliver of the boot's top edge. A longline coat thrown over the top completes the look for cooler days. These work just as well running errands on a Saturday as they do heading out for a casual lunch - the block heel makes the difference between a boot you reach for and one you leave on the shelf.