Cortina Python Ankle Boot
Row on row, the scales cross the vamp at their widest and tighten towards the ankle. The skin is finished to a hard gloss, so under light the rows read as ridges rather than as a print.
A zip at the inner ankle is the only fastening. The toe draws to a soft point and the shaft finishes just above the ankle bone.
Full grain leather lining. The construction is Goodyear welted and the outsole is leather with rubber grip. Glossy black, EU 38 to 46.
Every skin is chosen individually, so no two pieces carry the same pattern.
- Material: Genuine python skin upper in glossy black
- Design: Ankle boot with a plain vamp and a short shaft
- Closure: Side zip
- Toe: Tapered almond toe
- Lining: Full-grain leather
- Outsole: Goodyear welted leather with a rubber grip
- Heel: Low stacked heel
- Hardware: Silver-toned zip pull
- Sizes: EU 38 to 46
Python scales overlap in one direction, like roof tiles, and that direction decides how the piece is cleaned. Always wipe from the head end towards the tail, along the way the scales lie. Wiping against them lifts the edges and they do not settle back.
A soft dry cloth is enough. Keep the piece out of direct sun, which fades the markings, and away from damp, which is what makes scales curl.
Condition it lightly and rarely with a product made for snake skin. Too much softens the scale edges and they begin to catch.
Store it flat or lightly stuffed, in its dust bag. A lifted scale can often be laid back down by a specialist, so bring it in rather than gluing it.
We ship worldwide. If a piece is faulty on our side we replace it or refund you. The choice is yours.
Size guide
If you are in between sizes, we recommend sizing down.
| Measurement |
|---|
| Foot length |
How to measure
In order to select the correct shoe size, we recommend you measure your feet using the following guidelines.
Wear the kind of socks or tights you would normally wear with this type of shoe.
Stand up straight on a flat surface with your heel against a wall. If necessary, ask someone else to help you take the measurements.
Measure from the base of your heel, keeping it pressed against the wall, to the tip of your longest toe.
Always measure both feet and use your longest foot as your benchmark.
Full chart
| EU | UK | US | Foot length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 4 | 4.5 | 22.0 – 22.5 cm |
| 35 | 4.5 | 5 | 22.5 – 23.0 cm |
| 36 | 5 | 5.5 | 23.0 – 23.5 cm |
| 37 | 5.5 | 6 | 23.5 – 24.0 cm |
| 38 | 6 | 6.5 | 24.0 – 24.5 cm |
| 39 | 6.5 | 7 | 24.5 – 25.0 cm |
| 40 | 7 | 7.5 | 25.0 – 25.5 cm |
| 41 | 7.5 | 8 | 25.5 – 26.0 cm |
| 42 | 8 | 8.5 | 26.0 – 26.5 cm |
| 43 | 8.5 | 9 | 26.5 – 27.0 cm |
| 44 | 9 | 9.5 | 27.0 – 27.5 cm |
| 45 | 9.5 | 10 | 27.5 – 28.0 cm |
| 46 | 10 | 10.5 | 28.0 – 28.5 cm |
| 47 | 10.5 | 11 | 28.5 – 29.0 cm |
Rows we do not cut this piece in are shown faded.
