The chukka boot sits in a slightly more relaxed territory than a Chelsea or ankle boot and it’s that relaxed quality that makes it particularly useful for casual and smart casual dressing. It has two or three eyelets rather than the full lacing of a derby and that detail somehow makes it feel less formal in a way that’s hard to explain but easy to see. We love chukkas in suede specifically because the material adds to that casual ease and the way suede wears and ages gives them a character that leather chukkas don’t quite replicate. A tan or sand suede chukka with chinos and a simple knit is one of those combinations that looks like you know what you’re doing without requiring any particular effort. They also work well with darker casual pants when you want something a bit smarter than trainers but not as formal as a proper boot.