Exotic-looking boots are not all made from exotic skin. The material distinction affects price, texture, care and how the boot should be styled, so read the live product record before making a choice.
Start with the material
Genuine crocodile
The Mezlan Riccardo is listed as genuine crocodile skin with a round toe and rubber sole. It has a more pronounced natural texture and should be cared for according to the product’s material guidance.
Crocodile-print calfskin
The Jo Ghost 2727 BIS uses hand-painted crocodile-print calfskin leather with a side zipper and leather sole. The Jo Ghost 4776 is listed as calfskin leather with a multi-texture lizard print.
Calfskin Chelsea boot
The Mezlan Cervantes is hand-stained calfskin with a rubber outsole and injected memory-foam insole. It offers the Chelsea silhouette without an exotic-skin claim.
How to choose
- Choose genuine crocodile when the natural material and texture are central to the decision.
- Choose a printed calfskin boot when you want pattern with a different material profile and care routine.
- Choose the Cervantes when a versatile Chelsea shape and rubber outsole matter more than exotic texture.
Care and availability
Use the care instructions for the actual upper material, avoid prolonged moisture and confirm current size and color availability before ordering. If a specific size is unavailable, continue through Dellamoda’s men’s catalog rather than relying on a guessed substitute.
Related guide
For a broader material comparison, read Alligator vs. Crocodile Boots for Men.