Overview
The IGI&CO 21568 is a pair of high-top ankle boots for women in taupe suede, with a warm lining and a Gore-Tex membrane. They exist for proper cold weather: when a trainer isn't enough and you need something that keeps the ankle warm and shrugs off rain without giving up a polished look.
Design and style
The shape follows a lace-up ankle boot silhouette with a high shaft and a dual closure: flat laces plus a gold-tone side zip that makes them much quicker to put on each morning. The warm shearling-style lining peeks out at the collar, and the gold-tone hardware on the zip and eyelets gives it a more polished look than a purely technical boot.
Materials and finish
The upper is taupe suede, a finish with more character than smooth leather that also hides everyday wear on wet pavement well. Inside there's a warm lining and, sandwiched between the layers, the Gore-Tex membrane doing the actual work: keeping liquid water out while still letting the foot breathe. The fastening combines flat laces with a side zip, both finished in gold tone.
Comfort for everyday wear
The sole is tall and two-tone, with a deep tread pattern that grips on wet or slippery ground. The inner lining adds an extra layer of warmth that becomes noticeable as soon as the temperature drops, and the high shaft shields the ankle from wind and splashes in a way a low trainer simply can't.
When to wear them
This is very much an autumn-and-winter boot: it earns its keep on walks in real cold, wet commutes, and any plan where you need dry, warm feet for hours at a stretch. It's also practical during the first frosty mornings, when pavements start turning slippery.
How to style them
The taupe suede and gold-tone hardware work with jeans, or with a skirt and thick tights, rather than staying stuck in purely functional territory. For more choice in the same family, browse the full range of women's ankle boots, and to compare this technology against other waterproof options, including trainers for milder days, see women's Gore-Tex footwear.
What we think at Calzados Vesga
We'd recommend this one for anyone who genuinely feels the cold or walks through puddles on the way to work: the warm lining and Gore-Tex justify the price on their own on those days. Where it doesn't add much is if you want a lightweight boot for mild weather, since this one is clearly built for winter, not year-round wear.
Before you decide
Common questions before buying: if you have a high instep, the side zip lets you put them on without having to loosen the laces all the way each time.
This may not suit you if: you want a lightweight ankle boot for mild weather, or an unlined model for warmer months.
This will suit you well if: you feel the cold easily or walk a lot in winter and need a boot that keeps you genuinely warm and doesn't let water in.
Compared with similar options: against a suede ankle boot with no lining or membrane, this one clearly wins on cold, wet days; against a tall winter boot, it wins on everyday comfort and on not weighing as much.
Technical specification
- Product type: women's high-top ankle boot
- Upper material: suede
- Lining: warm lining with Gore-Tex membrane
- Sole: rubber, tall two-tone profile
- Fastening: laces and side zip
- Hardware: gold-tone finish
- Colour: taupe (mud-brown)
- Sizes available: EU 36 to 41
Sizing guide
If you're between two sizes, order your usual size: the last matches a standard ankle boot fit. The inner lining takes up some room, so if you usually go up half a size with thick socks, do the same here.
Frequently asked questions
Do these run small or large? They run true to size, like a standard ankle boot; order your usual size, and go up half a size if you'll wear them with thick socks.
Are they comfortable all day? Yes, the tall sole cushions well and the warm lining makes long hours on your feet more comfortable on cold days.
Can they be used for walking in the rain? That's exactly their strength: the Gore-Tex membrane keeps the foot dry while still breathing.
How do I clean and care for them? Use a dedicated suede brush and a protective spray before first wear; avoid soaking stains in water and don't use smooth-leather creams.
What size should I order if I have wide feet? Stick to your usual size and use the combination of laces and zip to fine-tune the fit across the instep.
Summary
The IGI&CO 21568 is a taupe suede, high-top ankle boot with a warm lining and waterproof Gore-Tex membrane, built for anyone who needs proper winter footwear that keeps the cold and rain out without sacrificing style. A strong pick if you feel the cold easily; Calzados Vesga is on hand for real advice before and after you buy.
Why buy it from Calzados Vesga
A family shoe shop on the main square of Burgos, northern Spain, with over fifty years behind the counter. That in-store experience carries over to how we sell online too: we choose brands with a point of view rather than stocking everything on the market, and we know the product because we've tried it ourselves before it goes on the site.
Shipping, returns and secure checkout
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. Checkout is secure throughout, and our team is on hand if you have questions about size or fit before you order.
Is this your shoe?
Yes, if you want a warm suede ankle boot that won't let you down on cold, rainy days. Maybe not, if you're after a lightweight, unlined boot for mild weather.
Closing thoughts
A winter basic that earns its keep on more cold days than it first looks. If you're unsure on size or fit, get in touch with Calzados Vesga before you place the order and we'll help you get it right.
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