William Cobbler
William Cobbler sells custom boots and shoes in his shop in Ankh-Morpork, on The Soake near Hide Park.
Types of shoes
First, you'll need to specify the type of boots or shoes you want. You can choose from the following list:
thigh-high boots dress shoes plimsolls mules peep-toed shoes men's boots slippers pumps knee-high boots slingbacks sandals clogs court shoes mary janes brogues ankle boots moccasins loafers stompyboots platforms wedges
Sheaths
For some types, you can choose to have knife sheaths added. This option is only available for the following types of shoes:
- knee-high boots
- men's boots
- stompyboots
- thigh-high boots
For some types, you can choose to have lockpick sheaths added. This option is only available for the following types of shoes:
- ankle boots
- brogues
- clogs
- dress shoes
- loafers
- platforms
- wedges
The rest have no scabbard option.
Material
You'll need to choose a material, too. These options are available:
patent leather snakeskin canvas suede damask silk leather rubber lace dragonhide velvet satin silk
Heel
If you want heels on them, there are a variety of options:
three inch metal spike two inch stiletto wineglass five inch metal spike eight inch ballet six inch four inch metal spike seven inch ballet two inch six inch metal spike six inch ballet platform three inch stiletto three inch one inch five inch stiletto four inch kitten four inch stiletto five inch none six inch stiletto tonahamen
Colour
He offers the following colours:
brazen seamstress red olive green sky-blue pale primrose yellow Genuan blue rose red soft Genuan blue black brown lavender blushed lavender pewter grey burgundy cornflower blue deep purple cerulean Brindisi orange cobalt blue wine red seamstress pink apple white scarlet chocolate brown dusty rose fuchsia luxurious black blackberry peridot dark turquoise dark green silver rich chocolate bright red indigo chestnut brown pale green yellow moonlight grey chartreuse violet raspberry pink pearl grey bronze midnight black slate grey garnet speedwell blue aquamarine sienna dark chocolate true white purple dark lavender light pink copper eggshell blue blood red azure flamingo pink dark blue white marbled white pale blue peach midnight blue ivy green ebony raindrop grey blue grey sepia lemon yellow sea green ivory clouded grey sin black black forest green pale rose cream silvery blue baby pink lilac supple black dark grey plum golden brown ruby red gold bright green dark red jade dark silver twilight pink
Style
Optionally, you can choose a style. Available styles are:
neatly tailored feathery strappy short loose-fitting feminine bright sheer medium sized war like classy saucy overpowering starched demure soft understated priestly medium cute comfortable military sporty none shimmering majestic simple deep assassin's shimmery formal sexy impressive ruffled fluffy lacy warrior's shadowy small pale skintight squeaky tight long oversized thiefly thick dark colourful witch's large thin innocent magical stiff big sensible elegant sleek crinkled stylish shiny wizardly flowing suave
Decoration
Also optionally, you can get some extra decoration. The options are:
glittery polka dots silk flowers feathers splatters of blood gold buckles diamonds embroidered roses lace details sequins glittery swirls petite bows frills silver buckles steel studs spikes bronze buckles brass studs jewels stylish tears diamantes rubies leopard spots sapphires pearls traces of mud emeralds beads
Result
The short name of the shoes will be "pair of <colour> <type>".
If you choose "none" for heels, heel type is "flat". If you choose "none" for style, the style is "classic". If you choose no decoration, you get "subtle patterns of the material" instead of the decoration.
Ankle boots:
These lovely ankle boots have buttons up the front and are neatly stylish whilst also cut in a <style> fashion. The <decoration> adds to the overall style of the boot, and the <type> heel flatters the wearer's legs.
Brogues:
These very practical, comfortable brogues sport a <type> heel. The <colour> <material> is stitched together with heavy thread to match the fabric, and they have some <decoration> to further add to the <style> style they have been cut in.
Clogs:
These very heavy clogs have been made from wood and covered with <colour> <material> to add to the <style> fashion their designer had in mind. To add interest, <decoration> draws the eye and they have a <type> heel.
Court shoes:
Crafted in simple lines, these elegant court shoes have been cut from finest <colour> <material> in a <style> style. Here and there, the <decoration> highlight the movements of the wearer, and the <type> heel accentuates the legs.
Dress shoes:
These deceptively simple shoes are designed for those occasions when you do not wish to put a foot wrong. Crafted from the finest <colour> <material>, they perfectly fit the <style> style. These are the kind of shoes that someone wears when they have a need to stand up and be noticed. To further enhance their refinement, <decoration> have been added. These, along with the <type> heel, all help to ensure these shoes do full justice to any wearer's feet.
Knee-high boots:
These knee-high boots flatter the wearer's legs, and the <colour> <material> clings to their calves in a suggestive manner. The <decoration> draw the eye ever upwards, and the <type> heels make a satisfying click when walked in. They were crafted in a <style> style.
Loafers:
These comfortable slip on loafers are designed more for comfort than style, although they have been cut in <style> fashion, and have <decoration> to draw the eye. The <type> heel makes a lovely noise if they are danced in, and the <colour> of the <material> adds to the simple style.
Mary janes:
These innocent looking Mary Jane shoes have a <type> heel which accentuates the wearer's legs, and the <colour> <material> adds to the overall look. Someone has cut this pair in <style> style, and has used <decoration> to enhance them.
Men's boots:
These solidly crafted boots are designed for the more demanding wearer and are crafted from <colour> <material> in a <style> style. The <decoration> lightens the obvious strength of the design, and it sports a <type> heel.
Moccasins:
These <colour> <material> moccasins are remarkably comfortable to wear, designed for silent movement with the least pain. They have been made in <style> style, with a <type> heel. They have <decoration> to draw the eye.
Mules:
This pair of mules have been cut from <colour> <material>, and sport a <type> heel. The solid base of the shoe allows for clumping over any surface without fear of hurting feet, and the <decoration> enchances the <style> style in which they have been crafted.
Peep-toed shoes:
These <style> peep-toed shoes have been made with a <type> heel. The shoes have been designed to turn heads, and with the <decoration>, against the <colour> <material>, they certainly should.
Platforms:
These shoes have <type> heels, the wearer's legs accentuated by the gentle grasp of the <colour> <material>. Here and there, <decoration> add to the <style> style they have been cut in.
Plimsolls:
These plimsolls have been cut from <colour> <material>, and sport a <type> heel. They are light yet sturdy, making them suitable for any athletic activity. The presence of <decoration> details enhances their <style> style.
Pumps:
This is a pair of simple pumps, made with <colour> <material>, their <type> heel giving an elegant line to the wearer's legs. Fashioned in <style> style, they have <decoration> to draw the eye.
Sandals:
These simple sandals are crafted from finest <colour> <material>, and sport a <type> heel. The <decoration> only serves to highlight the simpleness of <style> style.
Slingbacks:
These <colour> shoes, made from the finest leather have somehow managed to be both practical and fashionable all at the same time. A small band of <material> above the <type> heel keeps them in place, and <decoration> draw the eye.
Slippers:
These comfortable slippers could be worn just around the house or at a dance, their simple lines crafted from <colour> <material> with a <type> heel. They have been crafted with <decoration> in a <style> style.
Stompyboots:
These seriously clumpy pair of <colour> boots reach almost to the knee of the wearer, with sturdy laces to tighten and hold them closed. The <material> has <decoration> crafted in to enhance the <style> style, and the <type> heel adds to the clumpyness.
Thigh-high boots:
This <style> pair of thigh-high boots is tailored from sleek, clinging <colour> <material>. The <decoration> show the curved muscles of the wearer's legs beautifully, and the <type> heels click sharply with each step. The height of them is likely to be intimidating to any man.
Wedges:
These chunky wedges have a <type> heel, the <colour> <material> supporting the wearer's foot in a comfortable manner. Fashioned in <style> style, they sport <decoration>.