The Thilda Black Leather
The Thilda is a bold platform boot with a featherlight feel. Its chunky silhouette and front zipper add character to everyday outfits, without weighing you down. Wear it with denim, tailored trousers or a short skirt and tights when you want a confident finish. A customer favourite for good reason, The Thilda balances statement-making design with practical comfort, taking you from busy weekdays to dinner without changing shoes.
Each pair is handcrafted in a small, family-run, solar-powered factory in northern Portugal, ensuring exceptional quality and attention to detail. Made using Gold Rated Leather Working Group European leather, The Thilda reflects responsible sourcing and a lower environmental impact.
At Blankens, we are a small group of women designing shoes for our own lives. We wear and test every style ourselves, carefully working through fit, function, and feeling — making sure each shoe has a clear role in the wardrobe. We make the shoes that make the outfit — and they are comfortable too.
The Thilda is crafted in smooth black leather with a rounded toe, distinctive front zipper, and lightweight 5 cm platform sole. It has a slightly generous toe box, leaving comfortable room for your toes or an insulating insole during winter, while fitting snugly over the foot and around the ankle and leg. We recommend choosing your usual size and only sizing down if your feet are particularly narrow and slender. The lightweight sole keeps the boot comfortable and practical for everyday wear. A confident statement boot that feels every bit as good as it looks.
Size Talk
Hear our founder Cecilia Blankens describe the size and fit of this model.