• Black leather barefoot PaperKrane chelesa boots with gum soles on a white background. The view is of the side of one boot which sits on top of the other boot where you can see the foot-shaped sole and PaperKrane sole details.
  • Side view of one black tumbled leather PaperKrane chelsea boot. The sole is gum with the word "PaperKrane" on the side. The background is white with words around the boot describing the features.
  • An adult wears a pair of black leather barefoot chelsea boots with PaperKrane logo on the sole. The leather is soft and tumbled giving it a natural look. The person is wearing jeans on a concrete path.
  • A person wearing PaperKrane black leather chelsea boots is standing on a ledge with some weedy looking plants around.
  • Above view of the toe-box of a pair of foot-shaped barefoot black leather chelsea boots from PaperKrane. The leather is textured, and the sole is a natural gum colour.
  • Above view of two pairs of PaperKrane barefoot boots. SNUGG boots on the left, and BLACK GUM on the right. Viewed from above you can see the shaped of the soles/shoes.
  • Close up view of the side of the gum sole with "PaperKrane" on the side. The chelsea boot is a textured black leather and on a white background.
  • A person wearing PaperKrane black leather chelsea boots is standing on a ledge with some weedy looking plants around. You can see the foot-shaped toe box of the boot pointing towards the camera.
  • An adult wears a pair of black leather barefoot chelsea boots with PaperKrane logo on the sole. The leather is soft and tumbled giving it a natural look. The person is wearing jeans on a concrete path. This shows the back of the left boot with the embossed "P".
  • The back view of a pair of PaperKrane black leather chelsea boots on a white background. The P and K logos are embossed in the back, and also on the sole.
  • A person wearing folded up jeans is showing the back of a pair of black leather chelsea boots from PaperKrane. The boots are barefoot zero drop style with gum soles, on a concrete path.
  • Close up view of the top of black leather chelsea boots from PaperKrane. You can see the soft leather and the tumbled texture of the surface on a white background.
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BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

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The BLACK GUM Chelsea Boot is your versatile go-to for every occasion. Whether you're heading to work, out for the evening, or keeping it casual on the weekend, these timeless boots deliver comfort and sophistication in one sleek package.

DETAILS:

  • Premium top grain black leather
  • Smooth leather lining
  • Elastic ankles
  • Gum rubber sole

Available from size EU 35 to EU 46, these boots prove that comfort and style don't have to be mutually exclusive.

Matching mini-me styles? Find the JNR sizes HERE.

New to barefoot shoes? Our removable insoles are available to purchase separately! 

Protect your PKs! We recommend protecting and waterproofing your PKs before wear!

Size & Fit

PaperKrane shoes fit differently than conventional footwear - our barefoot design means a wider toe box and more natural foot shape.

But we've found that most customers find PK shoes fit true to size. 

Need Help? Check out our size guide for tips on measuring your feet!

Still unsure? Remember our 14-day easy exchanges - we want you to love your PKs!

Shipping & Returns

$13 Flat Rate AUS Wide Shipping & $18 to NZ

  • Orders ship within 2 business days
  • 14-day easy exchanges
  • We ship worldwide (shipping calculated at checkout)

Love them or Swap them Guarantee: Not completely happy with your PKs? Simply return them unworn within 14 days for an easy exchange or store credit.

Materials & Shoe Care

LEATHER AND SUEDE are natural materials and will have subtle variations in grain, tone, and texture - this is part of what makes each pair unique.

Leather and suede will may sometimes feel stiff upon first wear, but will soften and mould to your foot over time.

TO WATERPROOF & PROTECT YOUR PKs apply a leather appropriate waterproof protector before first wear and reapply regularly.

We recommend the following products:

  • KIWI Sneaker Protector (great all-rounder), Oakwood Leather Cream (for painted leather), or Collonil Waterstop Colours (for waterproofing single-colour styles)
  • This one step makes a significant difference to how long they look and last, don't skip it!

CARE & CLEANING

  • Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild soap for everyday marks
  • For a deeper clean, wipe down with a leather-appropriate cleaner and allow to air dry naturally

CAUTION: Avoid machine washing, dryers, and harsh chemicals.

KEEPING YOUR PKS FRESH

  • We recommend wearing socks! Simple but effective to keep sweaty feet and odor at bay.
  • We also suggest rotating (or alternating) your pairs so they can dry and air out between wears, this is especially important if they've gotten wet or are in high moisture or humid environments.

To learn more, check out or shoe care page for helpful info & handy tips!

Why Go Barefoot

Most shoes are built for looks. PKs are built for feet.

Conventional shoes squeeze, elevate, and restrict, quietly working against the natural mechanics your feet were designed for. Whether you're a growing kid or a full-grown human who's spent decades in the wrong shoes, the damage is the same. PKs get out of the way and let feet be feet.

Every PK is built on our Four F's:

  • Flat: Zero-drop sole keeps your whole body in natural alignment. No heel elevation, no knock-on effect for your knees, hips, or back.
  • Foot-shaped: Wide toe box lets toes spread, splay, and grip the way nature intended. No squishing, no overlap, no complaints.
  • Flexible: The sole bends with your foot so your muscles actually have to work. Stronger feet, better balance, less pain over time.
  • Feather-light: Less shoe means more feel. More feel means better movement, all day long.

New to barefoot? Start here →

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.8 / 5 from 9 reviews.

Customer video review of BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

These are my current favorites- perfect for everyday wear plus professional looking enough for work!

Jessica O. 5/5 Verified

BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

Customer photo review of BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

Very comfortable and well-made. The leather is extremely supple. The grip on the soles is excellent, making it easy to navigate wet or slippery paths.

Richard B. 5/5 Verified

BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

Customer photo review of BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

These boots are SO comfortable! The size is perfect. I was at the cusp of the next size up, but I recommend staying in the size it says. Love them!

Carla S. 5/5 Verified

BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

Customer photo review of BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

Me encantan mis nuevas botas..estoy deseando que venga el Invierno aquí en España para ponérmelas a diario..son ligeras, cómodas flexibles y con una piel estupenda. Además se ajustan perfectamente a mí talla fieles a la talla 46 de otras marcas. Como único punto negativo me gustaría que las plantillas se pudieran sacar para el tema de lavarlas comodamente y que me gusta más el negro para el color de la suela..es más elegante que el marrón. También para el que le preocupe no he tenido que pagar gastos extra en aduanas, el envío llegó a mi casa sin sorpresas. Un saludo desde Murcia-España!

Joaquin B. 5/5 Verified

BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

Super comfy and look great. For me the size is a little odd - I bought my usual and the width is great but they are quite long. I appreciate how wide the ankle opening is as usually this is an issue for me. Leather is also a bit dry and could do with some treatment, but I enjoy looking after my shoes anyway. Sole is light, flexi but maybe less ground feel than other barefoot options (maybe for the best wandering around different terrain in winter anyway) For the price these shoes are great! Huge upgrade from my Docs 😉

Amanda T. 4/5 Verified

BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

Love these boots! Super comfortable and look great. The only downside is the stitching on the toe of the right boot isn't in the groove created for the stitching. Hopefully this doesn't impact the integrity of the boot. It just looks a bit funny.

Cordelia L. 4/5 Verified

BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

Customer photo review of BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

These are honestly the best boots I have ever purchased! They fit perfectly and there was absolutely no breaking-in time, they were so comfortable from the first wear. They are my second pair of Paper Kranes and I will definitely be buying more :)

Kristy R. 5/5 Verified

BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

Customer photo review of BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS

They arrived in two days after ordering, I put them on and haven’t taken them off. Comfortable straight away and are definitely my new go to. Love them!!

Ellise R. 5/5

BLACK GUM | CHELSEA BOOTS - ADULTS