Hugo. A longer line.
An elongated square toe and a low, slightly flared heel. Soft cow leather, an inside zipper and a clean upper keep the focus on the silhouette.
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Hugo or Joan?
Two black leather ankle boots, two different proportions. Start with the toe and heel. Then take a closer look at the fit.
Joan. A defined block heel.
A soft square toe, a stacked triple-layer welt and a two-inch block heel. Smooth leather and a diagonal inside zipper finish the shape.
Shop Joan Boot BlackThe details
Side by side.
| Black ankle boots | Hugo Boot | Joan Boot |
|---|---|---|
| Upper | Soft cow leather | Smooth leather |
| Toe | Elongated square toe | Soft square toe |
| Heel | Low, slightly flared heel | 2-inch block heel |
| Closure | Inside zipper | Diagonal inside zipper with custom hardware |
| Sole | Leather-and-rubber outsole | Leather outsole with inset rubber; stacked triple-layer welt |
| Lining | Breathable leather lining; cushioned insole | Leather lining |
| Made in | Italy | Tuscany, Italy |
| Between sizes | Go down to the nearest whole size | Go up to the nearest whole size |
These details compare the black ankle boots. Materials and construction can differ across other colors and styles.
Fit first
The size advice is different.
Hugo: between sizes, go down.
Hugo fits true to size. Use the size guide on its product page to determine your Italian size. If you are between sizes, we suggest going down to the nearest whole size.
Joan: between sizes, go up.
Joan fits true to size. If you are between sizes, we suggest going up to the nearest whole size. An insole can help if you prefer a closer fit.
Choosing a silhouette
For an elongated shape beneath wide trousers, start with Hugo. For a more defined block heel with cropped trousers or a skirt, start with Joan. These are styling suggestions; the right fit depends on your foot.
A few more details
Before you choose.
How high is the Hugo heel?
Hugo is described as a low, slightly flared heel. For a specific measurement, contact us. Joan Boot has a listed two-inch block heel.
Is Hugo High the same boot with a taller shaft?
Hugo High carries the elongated square toe and low, slightly flared heel into a tall, pull-on silhouette. Its shaft is meant to sit just below the knee with a slightly slouchy look. The ankle boot uses an inside zipper. See Hugo High Black for its current details and sizing.
Where can I check available sizes and returns?
Each product page has current pricing, sizes and its size guide. Read our return policy before ordering, including any sale exclusions.