Thiers ParabootThe very lightweight Paraboot Thiers is an original design from the 1960s and is now back in the spotlight, thanks to some celebs who have given it a new lease of life. The features of the Paraboot Thiers include the derby lace insert with bead, the 4 eye lacing and the fact that it's Blake stitched with the rubber sole which means the upper's sewn directly to the sole with a stitch through seam, making the shoe softer and more supple.