Panama Jack Padma B11 Women's Leather Lace-Up Ankle Boots with Heel Black

The Panama Jack Padma B11 Black are women's leather lace-up ankle boots with a warm lining, a block heel and a lugged rubber platform sole. We selected them at Calzados Vesga because they combine the character of a work boot with the comfort of a block heel: they keep you warm, stand up to daily wear and go with almost everything.

Technical Specifications

A sturdy ankle boot with a comfortable heel

A good winter ankle boot must keep you warm without weighing you down. The Padma B11 manages this with flexible leather, a warm soft-pile lining and a lugged rubber platform sole that grips on wet, cold ground. The block heel spreads the weight and gives stability, so you walk with confidence and gain height without losing comfort.

The lining keeps the foot warm from the first moment and the leather adapts to the shape of the foot with wear, without a long break-in period.

It is a sensible choice if you want an everyday ankle boot for work, walks and autumn and winter weekends.

Design and style: Black

The Black colour, with the grain of the leather on show, gives a sober, elegant look. The visible stitching, the metal eyelets, the speckled laces in black and gold and the crest embossed on the side add character, and the light-toned welt around the sole gives a warm contrast. The black lugged platform sole completes a sturdy, contemporary design.

The silhouette has a mid-to-high shaft, a rounded toe that leaves room for the toes, a padded tongue with a label and a block heel that looks firm.

Materials and finish

The outer is natural grained leather, flexible and tough. The lining is warm soft pile. The sole is rubber with lugs and a platform, with a block heel that adds stability, and the join between leather and sole is reinforced with visible stitching and a light welt.

The insole is cushioned and the laces, round and speckled, stand up well to daily use.

How to choose a winter ankle boot

When choosing an ankle boot, look at the material, the lining, the sole and the heel. Natural leather breathes better than synthetic materials and adapts to the foot with wear. A soft-pile lining keeps you warm without the need for thick socks. A lugged rubber sole gives grip on cold, wet ground. And a block heel offers more stability than a thin one, which is very useful on the daily walk over cobbles or uneven ground.

The Padma B11 meets these points with a design that combines character and comfort.

Everyday comfort

The comfort of a heeled ankle boot shows in three things: that it keeps you warm, that it holds the heel well and that the heel is stable. The Padma B11 has a block heel, a platform that reduces the slope of the foot and a cushioned insole, so you walk naturally all day.

A practical tip: if you wear thick socks or have a high instep, try half a size up.

When to wear them

For everyday wear in autumn and winter, city walks, smart-casual work and for anyone who wants a leather ankle boot with a lining and a comfortable heel.

They are not boots for deep snow or waterlogged ground: they have no waterproof membrane. For those uses a boot with a membrane is better.

How to style them

With jeans and a knit jumper, with a midi skirt and thick tights, with a wool dress or with corduroy trousers. The black goes with any colour.

Tips for winter use

If you live where rain is frequent, treat the leather with a water-repellent product before first wearing and repeat the treatment from time to time. Avoid streets with salt or melting snow, which dries the leather, and wipe them with a damp cloth when you get home. Alternate two pairs of shoes if you wear them daily so the lining dries completely between uses.

Size guide

The model comes in EU 37 to 41, with a standard fit: neither especially small nor especially large. If you are between two sizes, choose the larger one, above all if you will wear thick socks or have a high instep. Approximate UK equivalents: EU 37 is about UK 4, EU 38 about UK 5, EU 39 about UK 6, EU 40 about UK 6.5 or 7 and EU 41 about UK 7.5; they are indicative only and vary between makers. If in doubt, write to us and we will help.

Care and maintenance

• Clean the leather with a damp cloth and let it dry at room temperature, away from radiators.
• Apply a nourishing leather cream or grease from time to time to keep it supple.
• If they get wet, stuff them with newspaper and let them dry slowly.
• Store them with boot shapers or stuffed with paper so the shaft does not crease.

With these basic steps, the leather keeps its look for many winters.

Our verdict at Calzados Vesga

We think it is a solid buy for anyone who wants a leather ankle boot with a warm lining and a comfortable heel. Its strengths are the combination of character and stability; its limit is that it has no membrane, so it is not for wet snow or continuous heavy rain.

About the Panama Jack brand

Panama Jack is a Spanish leather footwear brand with an adventurous spirit, known for its sturdy, comfortable boots and ankle boots. See more options in our women's ankle boots section or in the women's boots category.

Frequently asked questions

Are they waterproof?

No. They have no waterproof membrane. The leather copes with light rain, but they are not made for puddles or wet snow.

Do these run small?

They follow a standard fit. Order your usual size and go up half a size if you wear thick socks.

Are they very warm?

Yes. They have a soft-pile lining and the leather blocks the wind.

Are they comfortable all day?

Yes. They have a block heel, a platform and a cushioned insole.

How do I clean them?

With a damp cloth, letting them air dry, and with leather cream from time to time.

How high is the heel?

It is a block heel of roughly 5 to 6 cm, with a platform.

Can I wear trousers tucked in?

Yes, with trousers that are not too thick. With tight garments, try half a size up.

Delivery, 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. Payment is secure, and an experienced member of the team answers any sizing question before you order.

Why buy from Calzados Vesga

We are a family shoe shop on the main square of Burgos, northern Spain, with over fifty years behind the counter. We work with a curated selection of brands and know each model because we try it and sell it in our shop. Before and after purchase you deal with a real person.

Are these your ankle boots?

Yes, if you want a leather ankle boot with a warm lining, a block heel and a sturdy air for every day. Perhaps not, if you need a waterproof snow boot, a flat model or a dress shoe.

If you want a leather ankle boot that keeps you warm and lasts, the Panama Jack Padma B11 Black are a safe choice, available now at calzadosvesga.com.