Founded in the United Kingdom, Jones Bootmaker is a footwear retailer with 42 locations across the country.

When Alfred and Emma Jones started a shoe shop in Bayswater, London, in 1857, it was the first of many. Jones was a forerunner in the field of retail electric lighting installation. At least nine of their ten children became employees and eventually store proprietors under the name A. Jones and sons. Ready-made shoes in three widths were a company innovation.

To keep up with demand after World War II, the business opened new locations and renovated old ones, adding a warehouse in Eastbourne to the mix. Jones’ retail outlets grew faster than the company’s factory, and as a result, in 1955, the company joined the Church’s group. In Manchester, a ‘City Bootmaker’ store debuted in 1994, and the company began trading as Jones Bootmaker the following year.

The Jones Bootmaker company was sold to a private investor in 2001, and subsequently to a financial consortium in 2006, following the purchase of Church’s by Prada. Alteri Investors, backed by Apollo Global Management, purchased it in 2015 from the Macintosh Retail Group.

Seventy-two of Jones’ stores were salvaged when Alteri filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators on March 15, 2017, and the firm was purchased in a prepack administration agreement by Endless LLP on March 26, 2017.

Pavers Shoes bought the chain from Endless in February of this year.

DAVIES SUEDE CHUKKA BOOTS

Chunky leather boots with suede or leather uppers, leather or rubber soles, and open lacing that have two to three pairs of eyelets are known as chukka boots (/tk/)…. To put it another way, the term “chukka boot” refers to a type of desert boot that was first worn by British soldiers during World War II’s Western Desert Campaign.

Chukka boots look great with a pair of black jeans, a T-shirt, and a blazer for a smart casual look. If you want to wear chukkas to the office, pair them with a pair of trousers, a cotton shirt, and a cashmere sweater to look professional. Maintain the appearance of suede chukka boots by applying a suede protector and brushing away any dirt or marks.

When paired with a suit, chukka boots can be considered more formal than Chelsea boots. The fact that you are wearing boots rather than a more traditional shoe may not even be noticeable when paired with a suit pant leg that has an adequate break.

Here’s a preview of Davies suede chukka boots by JONES BOOTMAKER:

DEVIN SUEDE DESERT BOOTS

Clarks’ Desert Boots are typically made of suede, which makes them extremely soft — and the sole, which is made of crepe (coagulated latex), is also extremely soft. This combination results in a boot that is not only comfortable, but also lightweight, easy to pack, and low profile.

Despite the fact that desert boots, with their crepe soles and breathable suede leather uppers, are some of the most comfortable casual boots you can buy, the truth is that they are not without their shortcomings. Boots were not intended for human use, and they can have a negative impact on your posture and gait, as well as causing impact damage to your feet and lower extremities.

Desert boots are also extremely durable, making them suitable for a wide range of outdoor activities as well. You might be wondering when to wear desert boots, and the good news is that these beauties can cover a lot of ground (yes, we did it again). They are appropriate for use in the spring, summer, and autumn.

Here’s a preview of Devin suede desert boots by JONES BOOTMAKER:

ACTON SUPERFLEX GOODYEAR WELT CHUKKA BOOTS

Compared to other types of shoes, Goodyear welted shoes are the easiest to resole and can be resoled a countless number of times. But, once again, it causes a small amount of damage to the bottom of the shoe with each wear. And, in many cases, the upper is of such poor quality that it isn’t even worth it.

But it was eventually revealed that the actual boots Steve McQueen wore for Bullitt and in his personal life were the “Playboy” chukka boots, which are still manufactured today by British shoemakers Sanders & Sanders and were worn by Steve McQueen himself in the film.

An outsole with a strip of leather, rubber, or plastic running around the perimeter is known as a Goodyear Welt shoe or Goodyear Welt boot… The upper is first stitched together with a welt. Afterwards, a strip of canvas is cemented to the insole of the shoe in order to serve as a point of attachment for the shoe’s sole.

Here’s a preview of Action superflex goodyear welt by JONES BOOTMAKER: