Embroidery you notice at conversation distance and not before. Vintage style scrollwork curls up the shaft in a thread that matches the upper, so the pattern shows as texture and shadow rather than contrast. The toe tapers in a gentle western line, the topline sits at mid calf, and pull tabs at each side mean the boot goes on in a single movement.

The shaft is cut wide and roomy through the leg, which is the reason to choose this pair over a close fitting western boot. There is room for a thick sock, a tucked jean, or a calf that a standard shaft fights all day. A low stacked block heel keeps the stance flat and steady underfoot. These pull on with no zip at all, so the shaft stays clean the whole way round.

Velvet Vogue offers camel, black and beige across US 5.5 to US 12, and the fit is true to size with a roomy shaft. Camel is the one that goes with what is already hanging in the wardrobe, beige lightens a winter outfit, and black keeps the embroidery almost private. Brush them clean with a soft dry brush and keep them away from water and direct heat.

• Fit: True to size with a wide calf shaft and a roomy fit through the leg.
• Key details: Tonal vintage style embroidery, tapered western toe, pull tabs at each side.
• Heel: Low stacked block heel.
• Shaft: Mid calf.
• Closure: Pull on.
• Sizes and colours: US 5.5 to US 12 in camel, black and beige.
• Care: Brush clean with a soft dry brush. Avoid water and direct heat.