Before that happens, I want to introduce you to a lovely label called Cordani, which flew entirely under my radar until just recently, when I decided to give the deeply discounted Osgood boot a spin. Like other Cordani models, it is made in Italy of soft, sleek, very expensive looking leather.
Based on their company bio, it looks like this brand is the brainchild of an Italian-born guy and his partner/wife (?), who became frustrated with the havoc wreaked by charming Boston cobblestones on her stylish shoes. Together they set out to meld fashion & function, and judging by the gorgeous Osgood, they've succeeded.
This boot reminds me somewhat of one of my all-time faves that is now virtually extinct, the Sesto Meucci Boomer, in terms of its buckle detail, stunning chestnut color, and (yes) rich smell. (I know I keep saying this, but there's just something about Italian leather - sigh!)
My only complaint is that the shaft is a bit wider than advertised, at 14.5" top, 13.75" midcalf, and 12.5" at the ankle in a size 38 (which converts to a US 7.5 or 8, depending on which conversion chart you're looking at). I am between 7.5 and 8, so a 38 EU is just right for me.
For the sale price, at this level of quality and gorgeousness, it might be worth it.
Rating for the Osgood:
Beauty: *****/5
Value: *****/5
Calf slimness: **/5
Find it at:
Amazon (discounted 50-70% as of September 2015!)