The story of how desert boots arrived on the scene during World War 2

The story of how desert boots arrived on the scene during World War 2

Chukka or Desert Boots are mid-ankle high boots which became very popular since they were introduced by Clarks in 1949.

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There is an interesting story behind these boots and how it came into mainstream.

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Nathan Clark of Clarks family was part of British Army during world war-2. He was posted in Burma where he noticed a pair of boots which was extremely popular in the ARMY. He figured out that these were made by Egyptian Cobblers and were picked up by Soldiers posted in EGYPT during World War II. These were made of crepe soles which had been paired with sand color suede leather. These boots were light weighed, gave strong grip with the needed ankle support.

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So, when the world war ended and Nathan went back

after a few years of iterations these boots were introduced by CLARKS in 1949. Desert boots have been popular since then. They are versatile pairs which are good for formal occasions and can be used for an off-road adventures as well.

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TZARO’s series of desert boots are made with hand-picked genuine leather

which has been paired with sweat friendly genuine leather lining. It comes with crepe finish TR sole which is very durable. The memory foam cushioning adds to its comfort. It comes with full grain leathers as well as suede options.

 
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