Freebird by Steven Blade Bootie vs Freebird Coal Tall Boot

The Blade is a low ankle bootie with cut-outs, studs and a snakeskin-embossed finish; the Coal is a 17-inch tall boot with full-grain leather, a block heel and adjustable back lacing. The Blade suits someone who wants a statement ankle boot for warm weather and dresses or cropped jeans. The Coal suits someone who wants a tall, wide-calf-friendly boot for fall and winter. Both are handcrafted in Mexico with all-leather construction, so build quality is comparable; the choice comes down to height, coverage and fit adjustment.

• Choose the Freebird Blade if you want a short, decorative ankle bootie with cut-outs and studs for warmer months and a fitted, buckle-closed look.
• Choose the Freebird Coal if you need a tall boot that covers the calf, fits wider calves through back lacing, and works through fall and winter.