The Billie Black Leather
The Billie is a Chelsea boot with more character. Its softly squared toe gives the familiar silhouette a modern edge, while the higher shaft makes it easy to wear with trousers, skirts and dresses. In black leather, it moves between city streets, weekend walks and busy workdays. Clean and practical without feeling basic, The Billie is the boot you reach for when an outfit needs a polished finish and your day calls for comfort.
Like all Blankens shoes, The Billie is designed in Stockholm and made in a small, family-run factory in Portugal. It’s crafted using responsibly sourced European leather from tanneries certified by the Leather Working Group with a Gold rating. The leather is chosen for its durability and ability to age beautifully, ensuring a boot that holds its shape, comfort, and character over time — season after season.
Team Blankens loves The Billie for how it quietly does the job of many shoes at once. Designed by women, for women, it’s born from our own need for a boot that works across days, moods, and settings. It brings structure to relaxed outfits, sharpens simple looks, and feels reliable enough to wear on repeat. A favorite when you want something classic — but still unmistakably Blankens.
The upper is crafted from black leather with a soft, slightly matte finish that highlights the natural variations in the hide, giving each pair depth and individuality. The toe has a refined, squared shape with rounded edges, adding a modern twist to the traditional Chelsea boot. Elastic side panels ensure easy entry and a comfortable, flexible fit, while a pull tab at the back adds both function and a subtle branded detail. Set on a sturdy rubber sole with a low, practical sole, The Billie offers grip, stability, and everyday durability.
Size Talk
Hear our founder Cecilia Blankens describe the size and fit of this model.