Windsor Smith

Inside the Windsor Smith Range

Windsor Smith has been making shoes in Melbourne since 1946, starting in men's leather and expanding into the chunky, platform-heavy women's range it is now known for.

The women's edit at THE ICONIC currently centres on ankle boots and sneakers. Ankle boots come in smooth and grained leather with block heels and square toes, cut short enough to work with denim and long skirts alike. Sneakers keep the raised sole and clean leather upper the label built its reputation on, in black, white and tan.

The men's side stays closer to the brand's origins: leather boots, lace-ups and derbies made for work and weekends.

Windsor Smith FAQs

Do Windsor Smith shoes run true to size?

Sizing varies across styles, and the brand recommends sizing up if you fall between two. Leather boots tend to fit snugly at first and give slightly with wear, while sneakers with a padded footbed sit closer to true. Check the NZ and EU chart on the product page.

Are Windsor Smith boots leather?

Many styles use full leather uppers, and some use synthetic materials or a mix of both. The material is listed in the product details, and it changes how you care for the shoe, so it is worth checking before you buy. Leather runs through most of the men's Windsor Smith range.

How do I break in a new pair of leather boots?

Wear them indoors in short stretches over a few days with the socks you plan to wear, rather than committing to a full day out. Leather softens along natural flex points with body heat and movement. A little leather conditioner at the ankle helps where the shaft rubs.

How do I clean white leather shoes?

Wipe with a damp cloth and mild soap, working scuffs from the outside in so you do not spread them. Clean the midsole separately with a soft brush and a paste of bicarbonate soda and water. Air dry away from direct heat, which yellows white leather.