Ara 12-14102 Gore-Tex Women's Black Stretch Sock Ankle Boots with Side Zip

The Ara 12-14102 Gore-Tex ankle boots are women's black sock-style stretch boots with a side zip and a thick lugged sole, made for cold and rain.

Technical Specifications

Overview: Ara's Gore-Tex stretch ankle boot

The Ara 12-14102 is a women's sock-style stretch ankle boot with a side zip and a thick lugged sole. It carries a Gore-Tex label on the shaft and a loop at the heel.

It is made for anyone who wants a modern, comfortable boot protected from water for the cold months.

Design and style: sock shaft and track sole

The design blends two worlds: a smooth stretch-fabric shaft that fits the ankle and a thick track-style sole with marked lugs and a ridged edge.

The whole is black. The heel has a smooth leather reinforcement and a rear loop, and the metal side zip adds a shiny detail.

Materials and finish

The shaft is black stretch fabric, smooth in appearance with discreet stitching, with a leather reinforcement at the heel. The boot has a Gore-Tex membrane, identified by the label on the shaft.

The sole is black rubber, thick and with marked lugs, with a modern ridged edge.

What the Gore-Tex membrane adds

The Gore-Tex label indicates a waterproof, breathable membrane: it protects against water and lets the foot breathe. It helps on rainy and damp days.

The stretch fabric is easy to clean, but it is best not to leave the boots soaked for long.

How they fit: side zip and stretch shaft

The side zip lets you put the boot on and take it off quickly, and the stretch shaft fits the ankle with no laces. The rear loop helps you pull.

It is a comfortable boot for anyone who puts shoes on several times a day.

Everyday comfort

The comfort rests on a stretch shaft that does not squeeze, a thick sole that cushions the step and insulates from the cold ground, and a comfortable last.

It is worth trying them on with the socks you will wear to check the fit.

For which occasions

These are boots for autumn and winter, everyday wear, walks, travel and rainy, cold days. Their clean line makes them suitable for many informal occasions.

They are not footwear for deep snow or trekking; for urban use in cold, damp weather they are a comfortable option.

How to wear them

Black goes with jeans, leggings, skirts and dresses, and with any coat colour. The thick sole gives a modern contrast with feminine garments.

On top, coats, parkas, puffer jackets and knitwear all work.

Our opinion at Calzados Vesga

Our verdict is very positive: it is a comfortable, modern, well-finished boot, with a stretch shaft that adapts, a sole with grip and the protection of Gore-Tex. It delivers what it promises as winter footwear.

For anyone who wants a black boot that is easy to put on and protected from the rain, it is a very good choice.

Size guide and fit

The model comes in EU sizes 35, 35.5, 36, 36.5, 37, 37.5, 38, 38.5, 39, 39.5, 40, 40.5, 41, 41.5, 42, 42.5 and 43. If you are between two sizes, choose the larger, especially with a wide foot or thick socks. The stretch shaft adapts, but the zip does not let you adjust the width.

To measure, stand with your heel against a wall, measure to your longest toe and leave 5 to 10 mm of room. That space stops the toes touching the end and lets the foot swell during the day.

Care and cleaning

Wipe the fabric with a soft, slightly damp cloth and the leather reinforcement with a cloth and a colourless cream. If they get wet, let them dry at room temperature, away from radiators and heaters.

Do not machine-wash them. Clean the sole with a brush to remove mud from the lugs. Store them with paper inside so they keep their shape.

Frequently asked questions

What material are they?

The shaft is black stretch fabric, with a leather reinforcement at the heel.

Do they have Gore-Tex?

Yes, they carry the Gore-Tex label on the shaft, a waterproof, breathable membrane.

How do you put them on?

With a side zip; the stretch shaft fits the ankle.

What is the sole like?

It is black rubber, thick and with marked lugs.

What sizes are available?

From 35 to 43, with half sizes from 35.5 to 42.5.

How do I clean them?

With a soft, slightly damp cloth; never in the washing machine.

Are they good for snow?

For light snow yes, but they are not a deep-snow or trekking boot.

Before you decide

They may not be what you want if you need a deep-snow or trekking boot, or if you prefer a classic leather shaft. The fabric shaft is lighter than a leather one, and the zip does not let you adjust the width.

They are perfect if you want a modern, comfortable, protected black boot for the urban winter.

Are these your boots?

Yes, if you want a modern, comfortable black boot protected from the rain. Perhaps not, if you need a deep-snow boot or prefer a classic leather shaft.

In closing

If you have any doubts about size or use, write to us: at our shop in Burgos we have spent decades fitting people who walk a lot, and we will help you choose well first time.

If you are looking for something different

If you prefer another style, see all the women's ankle boots in our catalogue or discover more women's Gore-Tex footwear. And to see the latest arrivals, visit what's new.

Why buy from Calzados Vesga

Calzados Vesga is a family shoe shop on the main square of Burgos, northern Spain, with decades of experience behind the counter. We select the models we have tried and recommend rather than filling the catalogue with everything that exists, and we know each product well enough to tell you whether it is right for you.

We check every pair before dispatch, and if you have questions about size or use, we are here before and after your purchase.

Delivery, returns and secure shopping

Delivery anywhere in Europe takes 4 to 6 working days. Shipping is charged by destination country and calculated at checkout. Returns from outside Spain are at the customer's expense. Payment is secure, and expert advice is available for any question.