I came across this style on Carlos Santos official Instagram account.
Really fell in love with.
I made a change, replacing its original beige with off-white!
When I put it on myself, I found it playable.
Let us check it out.
Last
401 last is very suitable for boots. Look at its performance on Chelsea boots.
But the feeling on these boots is too sharp.
Slender or pointy shoes generally correspond to the word “formal”, that is, it will be more appropriate to match the suit.
But whether it is leather or style, this is a casual boot, so this last shape may be a mismatch.
Pattern
A complete copy of Edward Green Galway.
Fast hooks are iconic.
Many brands also copy Galway, but they modify the lines of the upper leather joins. Carlos Santos remains intact.
Leather
The suede is softer than C.F.Stead Repello, but it doesn’t have the satin luster of Janus.
Moreover, if you touch it with your hands, you can feel a layer of white powder. I don’t know if it is the suede of this color, which was brought by Carlos Santos’ post-treatment.
Construction
Carlos Santos branded stud rubber sole, open channel Goodyear. The welt and soles are all black, which seems to be incompatible with the white uppers, but it is also a good question whether it is right to take the rough route and make them crust colour.
Comfort
Carlos Santos lasts all have enough space in the forefoot. The area of the shaft is unlined, which can make the leather wrap the ankle more closely and will not cause pain due to hard friction.
The vegetable tanned leather on the midsole provides moisture absorption. How do I know? I wore it barefoot!
Outfit
White boots can’t go wrong when paired with white flannel pants, is there any other way to match them?
My answer is jeans.
A white T-shirt on your upper body is a perfect answer. The combination of exquisiteness and roughness is wonderful.
Are there any other good answers? Frankly speaking, I don’t at present.
Because light-colored shoes, in general, need light-colored clothes and pants to match. But not many people own light-colored suits. Then in spring and summer, light-colored clothes and trousers may be available, and this boot looks a little heavy.
I am making it dirty on purpose with wearing it on rainy days. The rubber sole is not afraid of rain, and the suede is not afraid of rain. I didn’t spray protective spray just to splash mud or something on it. After drying, you can use a rubber brush to brush off the mud, but there will be some color seeping in.
My purpose is to make such an extremely delicate color gradually produce a rough taste, and when it is experienced, it can be matched with more clothes and pants. Just like seasoned people.
Summary
The last and colour are hard to handle but quite suitable for high-end players.