Vagabond Chestnut Brown Ankle Boots — Ilona

The Vagabond Ilona is a pointed-toe leather ankle boot with an inside zip and a mid block heel, designed for everyday wear and the working week. Built from Portuguese cow leather with a chrome-free tanned leather insole, it sits at a 47mm block heel that offers a lift without compromising comfort. The neat silhouette, subtle front stitching detail and clean lines make it a boot that moves from the office to an evening out without adjustment.

 

Key Features

•       Portuguese cow leather upper that softens and moulds with wear, improving in fit over time.

•       47mm mid block heel provides height and stability — more comfortable for all-day wear than a stiletto.

•       Pointed toe with subtle front stitching detail for a refined, modern look.

•       Inside zip fastening for easy on and off while maintaining a clean outer profile.

•       Chrome-free tanned leather insole for breathability and a more natural feel underfoot.

•       Tencel-blend textile lining (97% Tencel, 3% Spandex) for softness and a little stretch around the shaft.

•       TPU outsole for durability and grip on everyday surfaces.

 

Key Details

Brand: Vagabond Shoemakers

Style: Ilona 6232-101-49

Country of Origin: Sweden (designed); upper produced in Portugal

Colour: Chestnut Brown

Upper Material: Cow Leather (Portugal)

Lining: Textile — 97% Tencel, 3% Spandex

Insole: Cow Leather, Chrome-Free Tanned

Outsole: TPU

Toe Shape: Pointed

Heel Height: 47mm (approx. 4.7cm) mid block heel

Shaft Height: 203mm

Shaft Width: 272mm

Fit: True to size — standard width

Fastening: Inside zip

Sizes: EU 37–41

Half Sizes: Not available in this style

Price: €185

 

Fit and Sizing

The Ilona fits true to size in a standard width. The leather upper will soften and give slightly with wear, which suits customers who find new leather boots a touch snug at first — allow a short break-in period and they will mould to the foot. The shaft (203mm height, 272mm width) is designed for a neat, close fit around the calf, which works particularly well on slimmer legs. Half sizes are not available in this style, so customers between sizes should size up.

 

Best For

•       Everyday wear — a boot you can reach for morning to evening without overthinking.

•       Office and workplace dressing where a smart, put-together boot is expected.

•       College or campus days that require comfort over longer hours on your feet.

•       Autumn and winter weekend dressing paired with jeans, trousers or midi skirts.

•       Travel — the block heel and zip make it practical without looking casual.

•       Any occasion where a flat or low boot would feel too relaxed and a heeled boot is needed.

 

Styling Guidance

Chestnut brown is a warmer, more versatile alternative to black — it pairs naturally with camel, cream, rust, olive, and navy, and works well against the earthy tones that dominate Irish autumn and winter wardrobes. Wear the Ilona with straight-leg or wide-leg trousers tucked slightly into the shaft, or let them sit over the boot for a longer line. A midi skirt in a deep burgundy or forest green worn with opaque tights creates a strong autumn look. For workwear, slim tailored trousers in charcoal or chocolate brown keep the palette tonal and polished.

 

Works well with:

•       Straight-leg and wide-leg trousers

•       Midi and maxi skirts with opaque tights

•       Tailored workwear — blazers and slim trousers

•       Relaxed weekend denim — straight or barrel leg

 

Colour palette:

•       Camel and warm beige

•       Cream and ivory

•       Rust and terracotta

•       Olive and forest green

•       Navy and charcoal

 

About Vagabond

Vagabond is a Swedish footwear brand founded in the early 1990s, with each collection developed in-house at their design studio in Varberg, Sweden. The brand is known for considered design, quality materials, and boots and shoes that sit at the intersection of fashion and function — pieces that are distinctive without being trend-dependent. Sheneil Shoes stocks Vagabond because their leather styles offer genuine longevity and consistent sizing that customers come back to season after season.

 

Delivery and Returns

•       Free delivery on orders over €99 (Republic of Ireland)

•       €6 delivery under €99

•       Express 1–2 working day delivery with An Post

•       Orders placed before 4pm ship same working day

•       14-day returns via An Post Click & Return

•       Drop to any post office (€4.95) or home collection (€6.00)

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Vagabond Ilona true to size?

Yes, the Ilona fits true to size in a standard width. If you are between sizes, we recommend sizing up as half sizes are not available in this style.

What is the heel height?

The Ilona has a 47mm (4.7cm) mid block heel — enough for a visible lift but stable and comfortable for daily wear.

What material is the upper made from?

The upper is made from cow leather produced in Portugal. The leather will soften and shape to the foot with wear.

Are they comfortable for all-day wear?

The block heel and leather insole make the Ilona well-suited to longer days on your feet. The leather lining and Tencel-blend textile through the shaft add comfort around the leg, and the heel provides enough stability that they do not fatigue in the same way a stiletto would.

Are these suitable for office or workplace wear?

Yes. The clean pointed toe, neat inside zip and mid block heel make the Ilona a strong choice for workplace dressing — smart enough for a professional environment, comfortable enough for a full working day.

Will this boot suit a wider foot or someone with bunions?

The Ilona is a standard-width boot, but the leather upper softens with wear and will give slightly across the toe box over time. Customers with bunions have found this style accommodating once broken in, though we recommend trying at standard size rather than sizing up in width.