Blundstone
1671 Chelsea Boots Women
The Blundstone 1671 is a genuine leather Chelsea boot for women with a 2-inch stacked heel, side elastic panels, removable cushioned footbed, and non-skid polyurethane outsole; an extra pair of soles is included. It is commonly used for work, business casual, and social events due to its sleek profile. User reviews note a narrow fit and a break-in period, with some recommending sizing up.
Color
Size
Specifications
- Material
- Lining and sock: Textile and leather; Outer sole: Other materials; Upper: Leather
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Blundstone 1671 Chelsea boot for women ($260) combines a dressier 2-inch heel and higher shaft with the brand's heritage of durability and impact protection via a military-origin XRD footbed that cushions the heeled gait, is removable with a spare pair, and aids breathability. The black smooth leather burnishes over time rather than scuffs, resisting light rain but requiring vinegar cleaning and conditioning. True to UK size, half sizes add volume—wider feet often need a half up—and the break-in lasts about a month, more demanding than the Classic 585. Best for casual daily wear, not long walks, and versatile for office or dinner, it quickly won fans and sparked demand for more colors.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- True to UK size; half sizes add upper volume, not length; wider feet often require half size up.
- Fit
- Break-in lasts about a month and is more demanding than the Classic 585.
- Comfort
- Casual daily wear only, not for long walks; footbed comfortable from first wear.
- Heel height
- The 1671's 2-inch heel is lower than the 2365's 3-inch heel, offering more walkability with a dressier silhouette.
- Cushioning
- XRD footbed in heel/forepart cushions the heeled gait; break-in period is longer than flat models.
- Impact protection
- Military-origin XRD foam in heel and forefoot has compression set <10%.
- Breathability
- XRD footbed's open-cell structure allows air transmission, aiding breathability.
- Replaceability
- XRD footbed is removable and includes a spare pair.
- Positioning
- XRD footbed focuses on impact protection, unlike the 2365's Ortholite footbed.
- Leather
- Black smooth leather burnishes over time, not scuffs; scratches buff out.
- Water resistance
- Boot's 1.4mm leather resists light rain but is not fully waterproof.
- Lining
- 0.9mm leather lining buffers moisture and adds breathability.
- Care
- Requires vinegar cleaning, conditioning every 3–6 months, and optional waterproofing spray; do not heat dry.
- Versatility
- 2-inch heel and higher shaft work for office, dinner, parties, and casual.
- Styling
- 2-inch heel and higher shaft create a dressier silhouette than the 585.
- Extra insoles
- Extra insoles reduce volume half-size, ease break-in, and double cushioning lifespan.
- Silhouette
- Contoured last and higher shaft create a snug, leg-elongating fit that molds quickly and cushions high-impact zones.
- Launch success
- One of Blundstone's most successful launches; quickly won fans across Canada.
- Consumer feedback
- Buyers report comfort, versatility, and desire for more colors.
Product record
- Title
- 1671 Chelsea Boots Women
- Brand
- Blundstone
- Price
- 260 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Right-side profile of a low-heeled black Chelsea ankle boot showing a smooth leather upper, elastic side panel, pull loops at the top, stacked block heel with horizontal ridges, and a lugged rubber outsole.
- Overall silhouetteRight-side profile view of an ankle-height Chelsea boot with a rounded toe and a gently sloped instep-to-heel line.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.13 · w 0.92 · h 0.68 (high) - Upper materialSmooth black leather upper with a uniform matte-to-satin finish and minimal surface texture visible.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high) - Elastic side panelVertical black elastic gore panel on the medial side with tight weave texture, edged by visible stitching.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.20 · w 0.16 · h 0.36 (high) - Pull loopsTwo narrow leather pull loops emerging from the top line at front and rear of the ankle opening; loops show lighter tan interior edges.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.02 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.02 · w 0.10 · h 0.18 (high) - Interior liningThin visible tan/brown leather lining at the top edge of the ankle opening.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.06 · w 0.18 · h 0.06 (high) - Stitching detailDouble-row topstitching follows the edge of the elastic panel and runs along the ankle and vamp seams.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.42 (high) - Heel constructionLow stacked block heel with horizontal ridged layers and a slightly textured finish.
1 region
x 0.04 · y 0.62 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high) - Outsole and treadBlack rubber outsole with rectangular lug segments at the forefoot and a defined welt line separating sole from upper.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.68 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high) - Toe shapeRounded toe box with smooth continuous leather surface and slight visible fold lines near the vamp.
1 region
x 0.60 · y 0.36 · w 0.32 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a white background showing the boot centered in a right-side profile. Even diffuse lighting with soft shadows beneath the sole; no props or packaging visible.
- Shot compositionSingle boot centered horizontally, right-side profile, cropped with space above the ankle and full sole visible.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.00 · w 0.96 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundClean uniform white background filling the frame.
- Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with a faint diffuse grey shadow directly beneath the sole.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.78 · w 0.80 · h 0.12 (high)
Colors
black· upper leather#0D0D0Eblack· elastic side panel#0D0D0Etan brown· interior lining and pull-loop edgedark charcoal· outsole and heel#201F24- Overall silhouetteRight-side profile view of an ankle-height Chelsea boot with a rounded toe and a gently sloped instep-to-heel line.
- 02
Product
A pair of black leather Chelsea ankle boots shown at a three-quarter front and rear angle; visible elastic side panels, pull tabs with printed text, low stacked heel and lugged outsole, and tan leather interior lining.
- Overall shapePair of ankle-height Chelsea boots with rounded toe caps, low stacked heels, and visible lugged tread on the outsoles; left boot shown in three-quarter front view, right boot shown from a rear three-quarter angle.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.28 · w 0.62 · h 0.62 (high); x 0.45 · y 0.10 · w 0.50 · h 0.72 (high) - Upper material and finishSmooth black leather upper with a low-sheen finish and minimal visible grain.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.35 · w 0.55 · h 0.45 (high) - Elastic side panelsVertical black elastic gore panels set into each side of the shaft; panel edges have visible stitch lines.
2 regions
x 0.22 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.30 (high); x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.10 · h 0.30 (high) - Heel constructionLow stacked heel with horizontal layering texture and smooth junction to the sole.
2 regions
x 0.04 · y 0.72 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.60 · y 0.64 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Outsole treadBlack rubber outsole with visible shallow lug pattern at the forefoot and heel edges.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.86 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high) - Interior liningTan colored leather interior lining visible at the boot openings and around the topline.
2 regions
x 0.24 · y 0.06 · w 0.12 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.06 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Pull tabsBlack fabric pull tabs extending above the shaft at the rear of each boot with vertical printed text in a contrasting lighter color.
2 regions
x 0.26 · y 0.02 · w 0.09 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.02 · w 0.09 · h 0.18 (high) - Stitching detailVisible single-row topstitching around the elastic panels and along the rear seam of the shaft in matching dark thread.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.50 (high) - Visible logo text on left pull tab“Blundstone”
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.05 · w 0.09 · h 0.12 (high) - Visible text on right pull tab“TASMANIA AUSTRALIA”
1 region
x 0.64 · y 0.04 · w 0.09 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio product shot on a white background with soft shadowing beneath the boots; evenly diffused frontal lighting and no visible props or packaging.
- BackgroundPlain white seamless background filling the frame.
- Shadows and lightingSoft diffuse shadows directly beneath and slightly forward of the boots indicating frontal top lighting; minimal specular highlights on the leather surface.
- Shot compositionPair arranged with left boot forward and right boot behind and to the right, cropped with small margins on left and right edges.
Colors
matte black· upper leather#0E0D0Eblack (elastic)· elastic side panels#0D0D0Egolden tan text· pull tab texttan leather· interior liningblack rubber· outsole and heel#1A1A1C- Overall shapePair of ankle-height Chelsea boots with rounded toe caps, low stacked heels, and visible lugged tread on the outsoles; left boot shown in three-quarter front view, right boot shown from a rear three-quarter angle.
- 03
Product
Pair of black leather Chelsea boots shown from a top/flat-lay angle; visible features include smooth leather uppers, elastic side panels, stacked heel, textured rubber outsole, and fabric pull tabs with printed text. One boot is shown sole-up and overlapping the other boot.
- Overall shapeClassic Chelsea boot silhouette with rounded toe, low stacked heel, and ankle-height shaft; two boots shown with one rotated so the outer side and sole are visible.
2 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.10 · w 0.59 · h 0.80 (high); x 0.02 · y 0.03 · w 0.45 · h 0.93 (medium) - Upper materialSmooth black leather upper with a low sheen; surface shows subtle leather grain and light reflections.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.18 · w 0.45 · h 0.48 (high) - Elastic side panelBlack elastic gusset on the boot side with visible topstitching that follows the gusset curve.
1 region
x 0.52 · y 0.33 · w 0.18 · h 0.22 (high) - Heel and outsoleBlack stacked heel with horizontal ridges and a textured rubber outsole that extends slightly up the toe; outsole shows rectangular tread blocks on the side view.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.54 · w 0.34 · h 0.31 (high) - Pull tabsTwo fabric pull tabs at the heel of each boot, looped and stitched into the collar; pull tabs are black with contrasting printed text.
2 regions
x 0.79 · y 0.62 · w 0.15 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.05 · y 0.62 · w 0.11 · h 0.18 (medium) - Interior lining visibleTan colored inner lining visible at the boot openings and around the heel collar.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.60 · w 0.15 · h 0.24 (high); x 0.81 · y 0.66 · w 0.08 · h 0.11 (high) - Insole text“Blundstone”
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.52 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high) - Additional insole text (partial)“TASMANIA AUSTRALIA”Partial
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (medium) - Pull tab text (partial)“Blundstone”Partial
1 region
x 0.79 · y 0.66 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (medium)
Other
Top-down flat-lay product shot on a white background with soft lighting; slight soft shadow under the right boot; image crops near the left boot toe and bottom heel of the right boot.
- Shot compositionTwo boots arranged overlapping on a white background photographed from above; right boot rotated to show outer side and sole, left boot shows inner opening and top of toe.
- Lighting and shadowEven soft studio lighting with faint diffuse shadow visible beneath and to the right of the right-side boot.
1 region
x 0.50 · y 0.48 · w 0.35 · h 0.40 (medium) - Image cropLeft toe area is close to the image edge and partially cropped; overall image has generous white space around boots.
Colors
black· leather upper#1B1A1Dmatte black· elastic side panel#26252Btan· inner lining#9B9A9Dblack· sole and heel#141315- Overall shapeClassic Chelsea boot silhouette with rounded toe, low stacked heel, and ankle-height shaft; two boots shown with one rotated so the outer side and sole are visible.
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
13 total13 reviews · out of 5
Love these boots! They fit
Love these boots! They fit big
Parfait
Parfait
BLUNDSTONE
Confortable
Classic everyday boot
Comfortable, fits well, casual boot that can also easily be dressed up.
Belles bottes, mais définitivement faites
Belles bottes, mais définitivement faites petites. Je porte du 7 habituellement, j'ai commandé 7.5 car je savais qu'elles étaient faites un peu petites, mais elles étaient trop serrées. J'aurais eu besoin d'un 8.
Amazing boots! They are the
Amazing boots! They are the perfect combination of style and comfort. Size up as these run narrow.
Classique
Confortable et élégant
Wow !!! Quelles belles bottes
Wow !!! Quelles belles bottes ! Par contre dur à mettre au début ! Le cuir est souple et de bonne qualité !
Love these boots
They look great and feel super comfortable was well!
Magnifique bottes
Elles sont très jolies, classes et confortables. Elles sont un peu raides au début, mais elles se "cassent" rapidement et sont plus confortables après les avoir portées 2 ou 3 fois. Il ne faut pas oublier qu'elles sont en cuir et que le cuir s'assouplie, alors il ne faut pas penser qu'elles sont trop petites si vous choisissez la taille habituelle.
Parfaite botte
Une botte de qualité
Botte très belle mais j'ai
Botte très belle mais j'ai du retourner l'article , trop petite
Very happy with purchase
I would recommend these boots. 👢
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/HerOneBag, r/BlundstoneBootsOwners of the Blundstone 1671 Chelsea boots praise their sleek, versatile style for work and social settings, but note a narrow fit and lengthy break-in period, with comfort levels not matching the classic flat models for all-day wear.
Positive sentiment around style and initial comfort, tempered by complaints about tightness, especially across the top of the foot, and the need for sizing up.
Themes
Use Cases
- Office work and business casual
- Social events and dinners
- Daily casual wear
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs Blundstone Classic 585
The Classic 585 offers superior comfort and roomier fit, making it better suited as an everyday boot, whereas the 1671 prioritizes style with a heel but sacrifices some comfort and width.
Source Threads
1671 break-in experience and versatile use
I got the #1671. Still breaking them in so they still hurt a little bit (owned them for a month now) but even with that, they are still comfortable. It's fall/winter season so I can do with thick wool socks, so it's less of a pain, but I've used it almost everyday, when I can, and walking around and standing around, etc. I love it! It also looks very sleek, I use it for work and fancy dinners/parties and whatnot, and it just goes so well with most outfits.
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Positive comfort feedback on 1671
I will say the 1671 (black heeled boots) are pretty comfortable. I wish I could have them in every color!
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1671 fit and comfort compared to classics
I have owned the 1671 and tried on the third and have the classics. I do not have flat feet and do not wear anything custom. I would go with 585 for comfort, rest are good but shouldn’t be your daily boot. Hope this helps!! Also i find the 1671 quite narrow, I’m a US 6.5, and my 1671’s are AUS 4.5 (US 7.5).
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