Vagabond Black Stretch Knee High Boots- Hedda 5602-202-20

Vagabond Black Knee-High Boots — Hedda 5602-202-20

The Hedda is a stretch knee-high boot in black leather and synthetic leather, built around a modern square toe, a 70mm flared block heel, and a stretchy shaft that sits neat to the leg. Designed for everyday wear and work dressing, it offers the clean, long-line look of a classic knee-high with the practicality of an inside zip and a forgiving stretch fit. The leather upper gives structure, while the stretch panel across the shaft means this boot works across a range of calf widths without the bulk of a buckle or adjustment strap.

Key Features

• 70mm flared block heel provides height without compromise to balance or comfort across a full day's wear
• Square toe shape gives the boot a contemporary, fashion-forward profile and allows a little extra room at the toes — suitable for those with slightly wider or bunion-prone feet
• Stretch shaft construction (367mm width) sits close to the leg for a tailored, knee-grazing finish without needing to size up
• Cow leather upper (sourced from Portugal) delivers structure and durability, combined with a synthetic panel for added flexibility through the shaft
• Inside zip fastening makes the boot easy to put on and take off while keeping the outer silhouette clean and uninterrupted
• Tencel-blend textile lining (97% Tencel, 3% Spandex) is breathable and moves with the foot
• Shaft height of 398mm sits at or just below the knee for most, creating a long leg line that works with both skirts and trousers

Key Details

• Brand: Vagabond
• Style: Hedda 5602-202-20
• Country of Origin: Sweden (designed in Varberg; upper leather from Portugal)
• Colour: Black
• Upper Material: Cow leather (Portugal) and synthetic leather (65% Polyurethane, 35% Polyester — Italy)
• Lining: Textile — 97% Tencel, 3% Spandex (China)
• Insole: Chrome-free tanned goat leather (Pakistan)
• Sole: Thermoplastic rubber (Vietnam)
• Toe Shape: Square
• Heel Height: 70mm flared block heel
• Fit: True to size
• Fastening: Inside zip
• Sizes: EU 37–41 (no half sizes)
• Comfort Features: Flared block heel for stability, stretch shaft for calf fit, square toe for toe room, smooth inside zip for easy wear

Fit and Sizing

The Hedda fits true to size across the EU 37–41 range. The stretch shaft accommodates a range of calf widths without the need to size up — the 367mm shaft width combined with the stretch panel means the boot hugs the leg without gripping. The square toe shape offers slightly more room at the front than a pointed style, which makes this a good option for women with a wider forefoot or mild bunions. Half sizes are not available in this style; if you are between sizes, size up.

Best For

• Everyday wear — running errands, meeting friends, weekend days that call for something more put-together than a casual shoe
• Work and office dressing, particularly in creative, educational, or business-casual environments
• College and campus wear where you want style and practicality in equal measure
• Autumn and winter dressing when a knee-high boot becomes a wardrobe anchor piece
• Occasions where you want a clean, long-leg silhouette without a high stiletto heel
• Women who struggle to find knee-high boots that fit comfortably around the calf

Styling Guidance

The Hedda's clean square toe and close-to-leg stretch shaft make it one of the more versatile knee-high boots to style — it pairs well with both slim and straight-leg trousers, sitting just at the boot top so there's no awkward gap. Worn with a midi skirt or dress, the boot creates a defined break at the knee that works particularly well with earthy tones, camel, and rust for autumn, or with navy and forest green in cooler months. For casual wear, it layers neatly over straight jeans or cigarette trousers with a relaxed knit or blazer, making it a go-to for transitional dressing when you want an outfit that works from morning through evening without changing shoes.

• Works well with: Straight-leg trousers, midi skirts, cigarette trousers, relaxed knits, tailored blazers
• Colour palette: Camel, rust, olive, navy, ivory, chocolate brown, forest green

About Vagabond

Vagabond is a Swedish fashion brand founded in the early 1990s, with all collections developed in-house at their design studio in Varberg, Sweden. The brand is known for well-constructed footwear that sits at the intersection of Scandinavian design principles — clean lines, considered proportions, and lasting wear — and accessible everyday style. Sheneil Shoes stocks Vagabond because they consistently deliver boots and shoes that are both design-led and genuinely wearable for Irish women looking for quality without an overstated price point.

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

What is the heel height? The Hedda has a 70mm flared block heel — a mid-height, stable heel that provides a lift without the instability of a stiletto.

What is the upper made from? The upper combines cow leather sourced from Portugal with a synthetic leather panel (65% polyurethane, 35% polyester from Italy) through the shaft, which gives the boot its stretch and close-to-leg fit.

Are they comfortable for all-day wear? The block heel and stretch shaft make these a practical choice for a full day — the flared heel distributes weight well, and the chrome-free goat leather insole cushions underfoot. They are not a walking shoe, but they hold up comfortably through a working day.

Are they suitable for everyday wear? Yes — the Hedda is designed with everyday wear in mind. The block heel, inside zip, and stretch fit make them easy to pull on and wear through a full day, whether you're at work, in college, or out for the day.

Will these boots fit if I have wide calves or a slightly wider forefoot? The stretch shaft (367mm width) is designed to accommodate a range of calf widths, so they are a good option if standard knee-highs have felt tight in the past. The square toe also provides a little more room at the front than a pointed style, which can help if you have a slightly wider forefoot or mild bunions.