With the help of Rosie, Lady Northampton Hunter has revived the well loved canvas Newmarket boot for ladies. These waterproof canvas boots are ideal for genteel ladies with an active outdoor life.
This is what Lady Northampton has to say about the revival of the waterproof canvas boot. 'Years ago I unearthed a pair of leather and canvas Newmarket boots, originally made in 1910, in an old chest at Castle Ashby near Northampton. They were much admired whether I wore them shooting, riding or walking along Bond Street. Inspired by this, I decided to launch a range of my own known as The Lady Northampton Boot. Photographed by Patrick Lichfield for Harpers and Queen, they soon became a great success. 2005 sees the launch of a new collection, The Lady N by Hunters of Dumfries, Scotland the original producers. This contemporary boot combines all the original characteristics - elegantly tailored and stylish. I hope you will have much enjoyment wearing them.'
Hunter has the following to say about the Lady N Boot, 'The distinctive slim fit of the Lady N boot is one of its many pleasing features - as well as being fashionable and waterproof! It's flattering style will add elegance to any outdoor occasion or event. A boot definitely for the ladies.'
What I have to say about the Lady N waterproof canvas boot is the following. It is available in beige, mid-blue, olive green or dark brown, all of which are completmented by a beautiful soft natural check lining. Simply make your choice of colour and size from the pull down menus. With regard to sizing Hunters Lady N boot is available in U.K sizes 3 to 8, Euro sizes 36 to 42 and US women's sizes 5 to 10. An additional appeal of the Lady N boot is that it has accessories. It is possible to buy flashes or tassles to adorn the top of each boot in red or blue depending upon your mood, this little addition will really make you stand out from the crowd and will cost an additional £9.99. I think these boots must be the reincarnation of the hessian boots often referred to in Catherine Cookson novels and in Tolstoys, 'War and Peace' - very dashing!
Cleaning and care instructions for the Lady N waterproof canvas boot are as follows: Wipe outer canvas fabric with clean soapy water using a gentle brushing action, then rinse with cold water. You should not force dry or tumble dry the boot but allow them to dry naturally. It is possible to protect the boots by occasional application of proprietary fabric waterproofing such as Nikwax.
