If you move the Mary Jane strap from the instep to the ankle and add a vertical strap, you get a tango shoe model. The shoes have a closed high heel, heel and are complemented by a T-strap or criss-cross straps at the instep. The history of the model began in the 1910s, when tango actively conquered Europe and the USA. Passionate movements and forbidden public frankness attracted everyone's attention to the dance. Tango evenings, dance schools and professional pairs of dancers appeared. The shoe industry began producing special shoes that were comfortable, soft, stable and at the same time perfectly kept on the feet even during passionate steps.

Today these shoes are still danced in tango, but they are also worn in everyday life. The meaning of the straps has long been forgotten; they have become a decoration of the model, emphasizing the instep and ankle and beautifully shaping the foot.

Shoes-gloves

Glove shoes, comparable in softness to Czech shoes, are the heroes of the spring-summer season 2017. The shoes received the name glove for the softness of the material from which they are made. Thin elastic leather, comparable in softness to glove leather, makes the shoes unprecedentedly comfortable. In terms of fit on the foot, glove shoes can only be compared with Czech shoes - the shoes in which gymnasts and dancers train. In addition to the softest material, glove shoes are distinguished by the absence of a rigid shape: toe cap, heel and other “frame” parts. Read more in our material.

Oxfords

Oxford shoes are shoes with closed lacing, in which the side parts of the boot (tops) are sewn to the main part (vamp) with a single seam. Even with the laces untied, the Oxfords retain their shape, expanding at the tongue area by only a couple of centimeters.
Oxford shoes came into the women's wardrobe from men's, sometimes appearing in an original masculine form, and sometimes in a feminine, sophisticated format.

Derby

Derby shoes are open-laced shoes in which the side parts (tops) are sewn to the main part (vamp) with a short side seam. The model is easy to put on: when the laces are untied, the side parts move freely to the sides. According to our subjective observations, derby low shoes are found in women's wardrobes more often than oxford low shoes.

Brogues

Monkey

Monks (monks, monkstraps) are low shoes without laces, in which the side buckles play the role of a fastener. Literally translated from English, “monkstraps” means “monk buckles.” They owe their appearance to the monks who wore comfortable shoes with buckles instead of laces.

Loafers

Loafers are shoes that combine a slip-on top with a shoe sole. Several types of loafers give room for imagination, which is why the shoes are one of the most popular in both men's and women's wardrobes. Depending on the decorative elements and the shape of the top, they are divided into penny loafers, loafers with a buckle, with tassels, with fringes, Venetian, Belgian and slippers.

Penny loafers
Penny loafers - a model complemented by a leather strip with a slit. According to legend, students used this decor for their own purposes: they inserted a penny coin into the slot for good luck, from which the name “penny loafers” came.

Loafers with buckle
Buckle loafers originated in the 1930s, when Italian designer Gucci added a snaffle-shaped buckle to the regular model, a part of a horse's harness. Loafers with a buckle buckle loafers (buckle - “buckle”) have the second name “Gucci loafers” after the name of their creator. Modern versions rethink the snaffle: instead you can find decoration in the form of a bamboo stick, a spiral or just a chain.

Loafers with tassels
Loafers with a tassel (tassel loafers) owe their appearance to the American actor Paul Lucas, who, on one of his trips abroad, was fascinated by the tassel ties on the loafers. The worldwide spread of tassel loafers was facilitated by Ivy League students, for whom tassel loafers became an unspoken uniform, fitting perfectly into the school preppy style.

Loafers with fringes
Kiltie loafers are a model that is decorated with wide leather fringe. Loafers are named kilts by analogy with the Scottish national skirt, which vaguely resembles leather strips. The fringe of kilts can be supplemented with a buckle, a tassel, or be an independent detail.

Belgian loafers
Belgian loafers - a model decorated with a small bow. This detail was added by designer Henry Bendel, and he borrowed the shape from the Belgian shoemakers from whom he learned the craft.

Venetian loafers
Venetian loafers are a model that is characterized by a complete lack of decoration. They are called “Venetian” for their resemblance to the laconic form of Venetian gondoliers. They are similar in appearance to sleepers, but do not have a pronounced tongue shape.

Sleepers
Slippers are shoes with a classic loafer sole and a soft, unadorned upper, often made of velvet or tweed. The protruding tongue with rounded edges can be decorated with embossed or embroidered monograms.

Deserts

Desert boots - ankle-high boots made of suede, nubuck or leather with rubber soles. The name is owed to the British soldiers who fought in them in the sands of Egypt during World War II, as well as to Nathan Clark, who established their production in peaceful conditions under the Clarks brand, after whom this species is often simply called clarks. A distinctive feature is two holes for lacing on each side. If there are more of them, then the desert boots turn into chakka.

Chakka

Chukka boots - ankle-high boots made of suede, nubuck or leather. The name "chakka" comes from the term "chukker" from the polo period. Unlike deserts, chakkas can have any number of holes for lacing. A characteristic feature of chukka boots is the leather sole.

Chelsea

Chelsea boots - above the ankle boots with low heels with rubber inserts on the sides. Elastic inserts allow the boots to maintain a narrow shape at the ankle, while eliminating the need for zippers and lacing. In a woman's wardrobe, Chelsea boots with low heels often become an element of minimalist style in combination with skinny jeans and a leather biker jacket. Ankle boots with heels can also be equipped with elastic, which gives us the right to call them Chelsea ankle boots.

Moccasins

Moccasins (moccasins) - shoes without lacing with soft rubber soles (without heels) or leather with rubber studded inserts. A distinctive feature of moccasins is the prominent seam on the upper part of the shoe, often with an outer overlay. The women's version of moccasins is practically no different from the men's, so they can be called unisex shoes.

Topsiders

Topsiders (boat shoes) - yachtsmen's shoes with a corrugated non-slip sole with a lace around the heel. The name comes from topside - upper deck. The lacing runs dotted along the edge of the upper to ensure a secure fit of the shoe on the foot: comfort and safety for the sailor on wet decks are the main requirements. Historically, the sole of boat shoes was white, which did not leave marks on the snow-white deck of the yacht, but today you can find models of various colors, since white has lost its functional purpose. Like moccasins, boat shoes do not differ in appearance between men's and women's versions, so they are also a unisex model.

Slip-ons

Not to be confused with sleepers! Slip-ons are a sports model with a smooth top without lacing and a flat rubber sole. The top can be made of textile or leather, and there are elastic inserts on the sides, which ensure ease and speed of putting on. The shoes are universal in men's and women's versions, so neutral-colored models can be purchased in any catalog if the size is available.

Espadrilles

Espadrilles are shoes with a fabric or leather upper and a woven jute sole. The authentic combination of jute and canvas migrated from cheap shoes for plantation workers to the wardrobes of movie stars. Espadrilles inspired creative and free-thinking people, including Salvador Dali, Pablo Picasso, Ernest Hemingway, Grace Kelly, Jacqueline Kennedy, Audrey Hepburn and Manolo Blahnik. Yves Saint Laurent added a jute platform to espadrilles, giving us one of our favorite summer pairs - wedges.

Wellingtons

Rubber boots without fasteners - wellington boots - owe their name to their creator, the British commander Arthur Wellesley Wellington. The first models were made of soft leather, and they became rubber only after the invention of rubber and the receipt of a patent for the production of shoes from it. Having survived two world wars, Wellingtons find their immortal form, which is the Green Hunter tall green boots from Hunter Boot Ltd. A fascinating story of global conquest, and use the images of Kate Moss in Wellingtons from the Coachella festivals as inspiration for every day.

Lunokhods

Moon boots are boots and ankle boots that resemble snowboard boots. The name came to the mind of the creator, Italian Giancarlo Zanata, when he saw a poster of astronauts returning from the Moon. The history of the creation of unusual shoes for earthly astronauts. Distinctive features of moonboots are a straight heel line, a thick sole and a super-voluminous nylon upper. The right and left shoes do not differ from each other; there is a fixing lace on top. The popularity of “moon boots” turned out to be so high that the brand name became a household name, giving its name to a whole type of shoe.

Readings

Riding boots come from a time when riding was an indispensable skill. Riding boots were made of soft, dense leather, which served for a long time and at the same time gave the rider the opportunity to control the horse by lightly squeezing its sides. The right to a woman's pair of riding boots was earned by the first female travelers, who abandoned the uncomfortable women's saddle in favor of a practical man's saddle. Modern women's riding shoes can be with low heels or stiletto heels, in the latter version retaining only a vague resemblance to the original. In the wardrobe, ridgings are organically combined with leggings and a voluminous top.

Jackboots

The prototype of jackboots is army boots for riding. Wartime placed its own demands on shoes, therefore, in contrast to soft riding boots, jackboots were reinforced with a metal lining - chain mail sewn into the walls of the boot. The reinforced boot was designed to protect against injury and wounds in battle, and to control the horse, the boot was supplemented with a belt with a spur on the boot. During World War II, jackbutts became part of the uniform of German troops, and therefore still evoke associations with aggression and military style. One of the roughest and most aggressive forms of boots, which some designers, for example, Rick Owens, effectively play on.

Jodhpur

Jodhpur boots - ankle-length boots with round toes, low heels, equipped with straps at the top. Designed for horse riding, the boots were secured to the feet with straps and buckles wrapped around the ankle. If you remove the straps and replace them with an elastic insert, the boots turn into Chelsea boots. In its original form, the jodhpur strap wraps around the ankle and is secured with a buckle to the outside of the boot.

The boots are named after the city of Jaipur (India). In 1897, an Indian polo team led by the son of the Maharaja of Jaipur competed at the Queen Victoria Jubilee races. The players wore traditional costumes which included churidar trousers and short strappy boots. English society appreciated the exotic shoe novelty and replaced its high riding boots with short jodhpurs, combining them with the usual English breeches. In addition to convenience, the new forms were much cheaper to produce, since they required less leather. Today, jodhpurs can have variations with one or more straps that play a decorative role.

Winclippers

Winklepickers are pointy-toed shoes that were all the rage in the '90s and have made a comeback this season. The closest ancestors of the beloved pointed-toed pumps are poulaines, funny shoes with long toes from 15th century engravings, the legend of which you can read in ours. Medieval shoes acquired their modern appearance in the mid-20th century in the wake of the teddy boy style. At the same time, Poulenes received their new name - winclippers, in association with a long needle for removing snails from shells (English: winkle - snail).

Sabo

Sabo - shoes with an open heel and a thick sole. The canonical clog models have a molded platform with a heel and resemble wooden lasts. The ancestors of clogs are Dutch and French wooden shoes. The high sole was supposed to protect the feet from water, manure and fish hooks. The first cheap clogs were carved from a single piece of wood, stuffed with straw to soften them, and worn with thick socks. Today, clogs include any shoes with an open heel, but we still suggest limiting this type of shoe to a massive sole, solid or with a stable heel. The toe of the model can be either open or closed.

Mules

The name “mules” did not appear yesterday, but we learned about it. Mules entered European fashion in 1694, when Countess D'Olonne appeared at a church service in bright red brocade shoes without a backdrop with neat heels. A little later, both the famous Madame de Pompadour and Queen Marie Antoinette herself began to wear frivolous shoes in public. Centuries later, at the instigation of Marilyn Monroe, mules became an integral part of pin-up style looks, and today, laconic options with a wide leather stripe on the top have entered the everyday wardrobe. More elegant than clogs but just as comfortable, mules pair equally well with dresses, jeans and minimalist culottes.

Grandmothers

Babouches are soft shoes without heels or heels, a kind of leather house slippers. The homeland is the African continent, where slippers were made from textiles. In the hippie era of the 60s, grandmothers came into fashionable wardrobes, fitting into the philosophy of freedom and closeness to nature. A distinctive feature of the look is the heel, which is not only absent from the design of the shoe, but, as if worn out, is embedded inside. Babushki can be leather, textile, woven from straw or combined.

Roman sandals

The oldest shoes for areas with hot climates - Ancient Egypt and the Mediterranean. Roman sandals (roman sandals) were universal unisex footwear. The cork sole was attached to the feet using leather or woven straps that literally tied the sole to the feet. Today, sandals are open-toed shoes with flat soles or platforms that are held on the feet with straps or laces.

High heels that are held on the feet with satin ribbons or leather laces.

Slingbacks (slingbacks) - name sandals with closed toe and open heel with jumper. The name comes from a combination of the English words sling (strap, strap) and back (back, back). Essentially, slingbacks are a type of sandal; they can be high-heeled or low-heeled, with a pointed toe, rounded or square.

One of the first slingback models was presented by Christian Dior in 1947; they complemented the looks of his famous collection, which gave rise to the New Look style. Like Christian Dior dresses, slingbacks became an elegant alternative to closed shoes - something that post-war women so lacked.
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Ten years later, in 1957, beige slingback shoes with a black toe appeared. The author of the two-color masterpiece was Gabrielle Chanel. Many style icons of the last century fell in love with the elegant model; even Princess Diana couldn’t resist. Chanel's black and beige mid heel with jumper heel is timeless and we still wear versions of them today.

Sliders

Sliders are the name of flip-flops with a wide bridge (from the English slide - sliding). The shoe got its name by analogy with the movement we use to put on flip-flops: we “slip” our feet without making any effort.
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Sliders were popular in the 90s as shoes for the beach and pool. With the return of nineties fashion, flip-flops appeared in the collections of Puma, Rihanna, and in the wardrobes of models and stars. The new generation of sliders has already broken all the rules: they were made winter-friendly, adding fur; turned into an evening model by adding rhinestones; They started wearing them with sweatpants, socks and even silk dresses. Sliders made of transparent plastic are sometimes called “soap boxes” - another hello from the 90s, when shoes made of soft, jelly-like plastic were popular at pools and on beaches.

Slouchy

Slouches (from the English slouch - to hang down, to fall) are boots with a boot that gathers in soft folds on the leg. The model was popular in the 1980s and returned to the catwalks in 2017-2018.

According to the model, slouches can refer to different types of boots: with a wedge-shaped heel, stiletto heels, high tubes with a stable heel. What unites them all is a soft and fairly wide boot, which forms folds of varying intensity. In the USSR, a model of boots with a gathered, loose top was called “boots with an accordion.”
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The “slouch” effect can complement not only high-top models, but also ankle boots and ankle boots: if the top is straight and high enough, it can already form folds.

Tube boots

The boots got their name from the similarity of the shape to a pipe: the boot is straight from the base to the edge; in the standard models, a straight line can be drawn from the heel to the top of the shoe.

Straight, wide boots do not fit close to the calf and ankle, and most often do not have a zipper or laces. To keep the boot in shape, it is made of thick leather. Soft thin leather and suede in such models will not be able to create a “pipe” shape and will fold like an accordion, which will turn them into slouches.

The straight shape of the shaft is typical for jockey boots, which have a low wide heel or an almost even flat sole. Today, pipes are popular in the format of knee-length boots with high thick heels. The model can be worn with either mini or midi length, as well as skinny jeans.

Hikers

Hiker, hiking boots - footwear for mountaineering and mountain tourism. The shoes are defined by characteristic elements: non-slip grooved sole, thick impregnated leather or water-repellent membrane fabric, metal eyelets, loops and lacing brackets, durable laces. Hikers entered the everyday wardrobe thanks to the fashion for tourist style and rough shoes.

Metal eyelets increase the service life of shoes: durable laces will quickly fray leather holes. The loops allow the laces to move freely without pinching your foot during movement. The staples regulate the fit of the boot without re-lacing: just remove the laces from 1-2 loops at the top and distribute their length. Practical and comfortable in hiking conditions, these details have lost their meaning in everyday shoes, becoming elements of style. Hikers there may be boots, sneakers and even high-heeled ankle boots.

The love for massive shoes with thick soles can be explained by the climate of our country: in snow, slush and ice there is nothing better than non-slip, warm and reliable hikers.

Fashionable shoes are presented in a variety of models. One option is boots with a wide top. This model came into fashion relatively recently, but for several seasons in a row it has not left the fashion catwalks.

Sometimes women's boots with a wide top are called trumpets; this name appeared due to the fact that the width of the top of these models is the same along the entire height, from the ankle to the top. When looking at photos of fashion models, you may get the impression that the boots look rough, however, this is not entirely true. If you choose the right clothes, then an image based on boots with a wide top will look very feminine, since even full legs in such shoes seem slimmer.

Tube boots are especially good for full feet, but this does not mean that girls with slender legs cannot wear this model. Just for plump fashionistas, as well as for girls with naturally wide calves, this model is a real salvation. After all, it can be difficult for people with a similar physique to choose shoes that do not cause discomfort.

Boots with wide tops are perfect for slender fashionistas, as this type of shoe perfectly emphasizes the natural fragility and tenderness.

But for girls whose legs are extremely thin, this model will not decorate them. In this case, emphasizing excessive thinness is inappropriate. Such boots will look especially ugly on short, thin girls; they will greatly “weight” the bottom.

What are they?

Women's boots with wide tops are available in a variety of models. They differ in the type of sole and the height of the boot. Let's look at which models are the most popular.

Cowboy

This type of boots with wide tops has a characteristic feature - rounded edges of the top on the sides. In addition, cowboy boots are produced with a specific shaped heel; it is slightly sloping downward.

Cowboy boots are made from a wide variety of materials - leather, suede, various types of textiles. Embroidery and fringe are used for decoration. It’s easy to create a country style look based on this model. You can also use a cowboy style of clothing.

In the first option, you should choose cropped boots and wear them in combination with a flared plaid skirt, perhaps decorated with flounces and ruffles, and a white blouse. To create a cowboy-style look, use skinny jeans and a plaid shirt, worn over a T-shirt and tied at the waist with a knot. A fringed bag and a hat will complement the look.

Rubber

Another option for shoes with wide tops is rubber boots. These models are made without zippers, so you can safely splash through puddles in them without fear of getting your feet wet. But you shouldn’t spend the whole day in rubber shoes, since the material does not allow air to pass through.

But what can you wear with rubber boots in the city without looking like a farm worker? You should choose clothes that are distinctly feminine. For example, stylists do not recommend that girls wear military-style jackets with rubber boots. But an elongated cardigan or jacket in combination with skinny trousers will look great.

Short

Short boots with wide tops are very popular. Such models are usually produced with flat soles or low square heels. The height of the top of the models does not reach the middle of the calf, but rises above the ankle.

Models can be made of leather or suede. They are worn with tight trousers, skirts or dresses in combination with thick tights.

High

High boots with a wide top look very impressive. These are usually knee-length or slightly lower models. There are also, but these models do not resemble pipes, since they have expansion only in the upper part. Models can be without heels or with low square heels. But they meet and or.

Seasonality

Tube boots can be worn all year round. Many fashionistas prefer winter boots with wide tops, as they are a very practical model. You can tuck your trouser legs into the boots and stay warm in the cold. Winter models are produced with a fur lining; fur can also be used for finishing.

Autumn boots with a wide top also look great. Unlike winter models, demi-season boots are not trimmed with fur, but use a fabric lining. Today, many fashionistas wear boots in the summer. Summer models are usually made from textile materials, but you can also see leather models with perforations.

Colors

The color range of fashionable models is very diverse. Practical fashionistas will choose brown, gray or black boots, as they go well with different colors of clothes.

But you can choose a model of any bright color. But with such boots it will be more difficult to put together an ensemble, since in this case it is easy to “overdo it” with brightness. You need to make sure that the main color accent of the ensemble is the shoes.

The current choice is boots with wide tops, decorated with “animal” print. This can be an imitation of the colors of the skin of a leopard, zebra, snake, or crocodile. No less popular are combined options that combine different colors or textures. For example, genuine leather and suede.

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Let’s figure out what to wear with these fashionable and stylish shoes to make the look harmonious and unique.

Everyday looks

When creating everyday looks, boots with wide tops are most often combined with skinny jeans or leggings. This combination looks harmonious, and the ensemble turns out comfortable.

Look for fall: skinny blue jeans, black low boots with wide tops with a stable heel, a long two-tone gray and blue sweater, a coral cropped jacket and a black bag with red trim.

Look for summer: white skinny trousers and a white T-shirt with a print on the chest, gray summer openwork boots with wide tops up to mid-calf, a gray bag, a beige-gray hat with a dark gray ribbon at the crown.

Romantic images

Boots with wide tops can be worn with skirts and dresses. But you need to choose clothing models carefully so as not to violate the proportions of your figure. Since the boots have wide tops, the dress should be quite voluminous. Boots look worse with figure-hugging dresses.

It is important to choose the right length of the dress. You should not wear long models; it will be better if there is some distance between the hem and the boots.

Strict style: We will wear a black dress with gathered sleeves, a white collar and a tulip skirt with red-brown trumpet boots just below the knees. The distance between the top of the boot and the hem of the dress should be at least 10 centimeters. Let's support the color of the boots with a belt that matches them in shade. A beige classic raincoat and a brown bag will complement the ensemble.

Romantic summer look: an orange-pink dress with a three-layer baby-doll skirt that reaches mid-thigh, summer beige cowboy-style boots with wide tops that fall below the knees, a cropped denim jacket and a brown cross-body bag decorated with fringe.

Office images

Office clothes look good in combination with tube boots, but in this case, you should choose classic models. Cowboy boots or rubber boots would be inappropriate in the office.

To make the set look harmonious, it is recommended to use the principle of layering, wearing jackets or vests over a blouse, turtleneck or dress. For example, wear a brown mid-knee length pencil skirt, a white office shirt and a beige cropped jacket with brown piping. Complete the ensemble with black trumpet boots with elegant stiletto heels and a black bag.

Brands

Boots with wide tops can be seen in the collections of fashion designers every year. This season the trend is laconicism and classic colors. Thus, the Givenchy fashion house offers models with flat soles and low heels in brown and black. The leather is decorated with embossing, so the surface of the shoe looks embossed. But the Chloe brand offers fashionistas boots with a wide shaft over the entire height and high rectangular heels in charcoal black. To decorate the model, metal parts were used - buckles and chains.

Be the first to know about new shoe releases for fall 2015! There are many new, stylish, interesting models that will not go unnoticed and will become the main accent of your image.

Eye-catching decorative finish

Women's shoes, autumn 2015

The main novelty of the coming season is shoes with eye-catching decorative trim. Monochromatic models do not attract attention these days; they look like they have been seen a thousand times already. And shoes decorated with decor are something new! She immediately catches your eye and makes you take a closer look at her.

Look at the models shown in the picture. Their styles seem to be familiar: these are ankle boots with low or medium heels. But how the decor transforms them! Thanks to him, they immediately become interesting and unusual.

The most popular finish is snakeskin. This is the hit of the season! Boots can be made entirely of it, or it serves only as a decorative finish.

Another fashionable finish is silver leather (see star model). She is very fashionable this season. Shoes can be made entirely from it, or it can be used for decoration.
Leopard print is also still popular (see model below right).

Wide top, shoes seem too big

A trendy detail for the coming season are boots and ankle boots with a wide top, as if they are too big and the leg is “dangling” in them (see two models at the top right). This was not done by accident, but deliberately, this is the current trend. In such shoes, the foot looks graceful and touching.

Another stylish detail: the zipper located at the back. It appeared in previous seasons, but still remains in tune with the spirit of fashion.

Most heels on fashionable shoes, boots and ankle boots are stacked. Their shape is quite stable and their height is moderate.

Brutal style is still relevant

Women's shoes autumn 2015

Shoes in a brutal style continue to be popular. Well, given our climate, it will be in demand for a long time. Its characteristic details are a deliberately thick sole and a rough nose, round and high.

Pay attention to the side elastic bands, allowing you to put on the boots without fastening. Fashionable nuance: this season, elastic is often made in a contrasting color, making it stand out.

Boots inspired by loafers

In the coming season, boots similar to loafers will be in trend. Their main features are a tongue that goes up the instep, a jumper, fringe, a thick sole and a “school” heel (see picture, models in the bottom row).
Please note that there are also side elastic bands here.

These loafer boots look completely new. I can imagine that they will become one of the shoe hits of the coming season.

London style lace-up shoes

Women's shoes, autumn 2015

Another fashion trend is lace-up shoes, boots, ankle boots, made in the spirit of English fashion of the early 20th century. The classic versions of such shoes are called “Oxfords”. Characteristic details: lace-up fastening, pointed toe vamp, contoured hole trim.

In the picture you see models combined from leather of two or three colors. Such models can be made without heels or, conversely, have high heels.
It must be said that such shoes are very demanding in terms of clothing style. It goes best with elegant items and carefully selected accessories. You can't wear them with a casual jacket.

Of course, now, when summer is still reigning, it seems too early to buy autumn shoes. But it’s time to take a closer look at the new products of the coming season in order to determine for yourself what choice you will make when autumn comes into its own.

So, let me remind you of the hottest new items: shoes decorated with leather in contrasting colors, loafer boots and lace-up two-tone oxford models.
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The modern shoe industry is aimed mainly at slender women's legs of standard fullness. Those with full calves often find it difficult to choose boots that will sit well on their feet and hide figure flaws. The optimal solution for such ladies is options with a wide top.

Fashion models

Boots with wide tops can be seen today in a wide variety of models. Thus, short products (length above the ankle, but not reaching the middle of the calf), usually having a flat sole or a small square heel, are quite popular. This is a great option for everyday wear, although if desired, it can be combined with a romantic or business style.

Long models, of course, look more feminine and seductive, especially if they are made of suede or patent leather. Options with high heels (this can be a stiletto heel) and wedges visually elongate the figure - which is especially important for overweight girls. There are even boots with a wide shaft that cover the knee - they are usually wider towards the top.

High boots look original, decorated with drapery just in the calf area. There are models where the width of the boot is adjusted by screws or straps. The accordion-shaped boot has a stylish look; by the way, this style has not gone out of fashion for many seasons in a row. The peculiarity of this model is that it does not have a zipper.

An excellent solution for full calves is elastic inserts, which give the boots the opportunity to expand to the desired fullness and at the same time beautifully fit the leg.

Another option for curvy ladies is a fabric boot made from stretch material or knitted jersey. However, it should be noted that the fabric tends to stretch over time, and the fit will no longer be so perfect.

Today, the trend is boots with a wide, slightly rough top - they are also called “pipes”. Their somewhat arrogant style attracts both young fashionistas and older women. At the same time, the width of the boot remains almost unchanged from the ankle to the top. This model not only conceals excessive fullness of the calves, but also evens out the silhouette of the legs if they are not completely straight.

Another popular option for full calves is stylish cowboy boots. They are distinguished by characteristic rounded side edges and a beveled thick heel. Such shoes may have different shaft heights. Typically, cowboy boots have country style decor - embroidery or fringe.

Rubber boots often have a wide top, which today can look very attractive. However, you should not spend too much time in such shoes, since rubber does not allow air to pass through.

A couple of seasons ago, rough military-style boots, equipped with numerous straps, became fashionable. These shoes, also equipped with a wide top, are worn deliberately relaxed - there is a fashionable effect of wear (as if you took the boots from “someone else’s shoulder”).

Boots with a wide top are presented in stores in winter and demi-season versions. Note that among the latter, options with heels are more common, however, this is a matter of habit and personal preference. Winter models have an insulating lining.

By the way, recently the so-called “euro” models have become popular, in which mainly the bottom of the shoe is insulated, and the boot has a thin lining. This texture allows you to experiment more with the top, especially since it is mainly the lower part of the leg that needs warming.

Material and color

Boots with wide tops are most often made from natural and durable materials - rough leather, velvety suede, fashionable nubuck. Combinations of leather and suede are always spectacular. There are also models made of high-quality leatherette and thick velor. As already mentioned, rubber products are popular and are indispensable in slushy weather.

Options made from knitted jersey with fur inserts, which, by the way, require the same elements in clothing, are also in increasing demand today.

The sole material is also very diverse - rubber, rubber, polyurethane. On store shelves you can see boots with wooden or wicker wedges.

Winter boots, equipped with a wide shaft, are usually fur-lined and often trimmed with fur. And demi-season models are distinguished by fabric insulation.

It should be noted that many girls like to wear wide boots in the summer. These are mainly textile options or products made of perforated leather, in which the foot breathes.

As for the color scheme of boots suitable for overweight ladies, they are recommended to pay attention to the classic palette - strict black, soft brown tones, warm beige shades.

Those who like to impress others can always choose predatory leopard or exotic crocodile colors - they will add charm and gloss to the image, but at the same time you need to be careful in creating the overall ensemble so as not to cross the line of vulgarity (clothing should be subdued tones).

How to choose?

The standard girth of a woman's leg is about 35 centimeters. As a rule, boots with a wide top also have a fairly wide foot width. However, women with full calves often have miniature feet. Hence the additional difficulties in choosing the appropriate shoe model.

It is necessary to measure boots specifically for the clothes with which you subsequently plan to wear them.

It is important that the shoes are comfortable, because boots in which you feel uncomfortable can change your gait, making it awkward, which will ruin your entire look. In addition, your legs will quickly get tired, which will not have the best effect on the general condition of the body.

Women with curves need to especially carefully select the height of the boot. And the most dangerous length for them is reaching the middle of the calf: in this case, the legs will appear even fuller. Over the knee boots often also do not look very harmonious on a full calf, the same can be said about ankle boots that are too tight on the leg. The most optimal model for full calves is boots slightly below the knee: they can create the illusion of slimness and add grace to the ankles and feet.

As for the height of the heel, women should stick to the golden mean – about 5 centimeters (the same applies to wedges). A high stiletto heel or platform will create an absurd contrast with a massive figure and will further emphasize the fullness of the calves; a completely flat sole is also unacceptable - it will make the figure even more squat and voluminous.

Many curvy ladies know that certain geometric lines in clothing - vertical stripes - can visually slim the figure. In principle, the same applies to shoes: choose models with longitudinal inserts of contrasting texture. It can also be decorative zippers or intricate stitching along the leg.

But in general, overweight women should not overuse decorative elements that visually make their gait heavier and draw attention to the fullness of their legs. These are fringes and tassels, bows and appliqués. Also, avoid massive buckles and other bulky details. The only exception is the lacing running along the back of the boot.

It is better to purchase boots with a wide top in a calm, discreet color, so as not to draw attention to the problematic part of the figure. For the same reason, do not choose a model with a slightly wrinkled boot - it will only decorate slender legs.

Popular brands

It should be noted that the vast majority of shoe brands create models exclusively for slender women, not taking into account that not everyone’s feet have an ideal shape.

However, fortunately, there are still manufacturers who are successfully developing shoes that fit women with full calves. For example, this is the Givenchy brand. Boots with a wide top have an unusual cut, comfortable heels or wedges, and are distinguished by excellent quality leather and soft materials. These models are made in classic black and brown colors. Options made of embossed leather with a textured surface look beautiful.

The Chloe brand also offers fashionable boots with a wide top and a stable, fairly high heel with elegant decor in the form of buckles and chains.

We also note the following shoe brands that offer products for curvy women. These are expensive Italian manufacturers Alessandro dell’Acqua, Baldinini, Ballin (the price of some pairs reaches 50 thousand rubles). Relatively inexpensive boots for full feet are offered by the German brands Buffalo and Gabor, as well as Art (Spain), Durango (USA).

As for the domestic manufacturer, today in Russia there are many proven companies whose shoes are in no way inferior in quality to their European counterparts. In addition, Russian designers know better the specifics of our climate and create products that meet all its requirements. Ladies with full calves should take a closer look at boots from the brands Ascalini (products aimed at this female category), Orma and Rafaelo, Forsse and Elche.

What to wear with it?

If you were able to choose the right model of boots for your full calves, it is important to choose the right complementing clothes so as not to spoil the whole effect.

Boots with a wide top should not be combined with tapered trousers.

If it’s summer outside, then make a duet of light boots and an airy dress - the combination of roughness and romance will turn men’s heads and give the surrounding women a reason for envious glances.

Woven boots or summer models made of light knitwear will benefit from A-line skirts or dresses with geometric hems that barely cover the knee. Moreover, it is better to choose a darker color of clothing in order to visually make the lower part of the body slimmer.

You can also play on the combination of rustic comfort and romance - choose clothes made of cotton, chintz or chiffon with a characteristic small print and again combine them with light boots with a wide top.

Such shoes also look great with a formal pencil skirt or sheath dress - the result is a very feminine and exciting look. The combination of wide boots and sophisticated lace looks more piquant, and such a tandem is appropriate even in winter. These shoe models look stylish and daring when paired with a leather jacket. Massive earrings and leather belts will make your look more expressive.

As for the stylish cowboy boots that are so flattering on plus-size ladies, pair them with cropped jeans and a plaid shirt. Complete this ensemble with a wide-brimmed hat and a fringed bag. Also, these shoes go well with floral chiffon dresses and fashionable long vests made of natural or faux fur.

Rubber boots with a wide top are now fashionable to wear with high socks - they look piquant from under the shoes. In addition, combine rubber products with distinctly feminine clothing, avoid raincoats and sporty-style parkas. The most chic addition to rubber boots is a jacket made of imitation crocodile or snake skin. Also wear them with leggings, jeans and a long knitted cardigan.

Combine military-style boots with romantic clothing - floral skirts and dresses, tunics, spacious cardigans worn on top of translucent stockings.

Note that these types of boots (cowboy, military, rubber) are inappropriate in an office wardrobe.

Remember that boots with a wide top require a fairly voluminous top so that the proportions are not disturbed, so choose voluminous tunics, dresses and jackets. As an option, use a fashionable layering effect - for example, a jacket worn over a blouse, a vest over a turtleneck or dress, etc.

Beautiful images

A trendy everyday look in urban style. Flat rubber boots in a fashionable wine color go well with a decidedly romantic dress in a cool pink shade (it goes very well with dark hair). The trapezoid silhouette visually balances the girl’s full legs. This set is harmoniously complemented by a beige raincoat with a turn-down collar, casually thrown over the shoulders. A light green umbrella adds a fun touch to this look.

Stylish and elegant ensemble for young ladies with curves. A flared skirt with a fashionable checkered print hides excessively curvy hips. A wide leather belt emphasizes the waistline and contributes to the formation of an hourglass silhouette. The cowl collar drapes beautifully around the neck. The boots are a pleasant brown shade and have a wide boot that is slightly gathered at the bottom. Due to the correct length, they slim the legs (shorter boots would visually “cut” the lower body). The color of the bag matches the shoes. This ensemble is complemented by massive bracelets and sunglasses.

Due to its style, the dress in a pleasant blue shade visually makes a plump figure appear slimmer. A turn-down collar distracts attention from too full breasts. Longitudinal cut lines elongate the silhouette. Beige suede boots look stylish and luxurious. A high, stable heel combined with a well-chosen length will slim your legs. The wide boot does not have a zipper along its entire length - it only secures the ankle area. Black tights effectively emphasize the shade and shape of the boots. The shoes match perfectly in color with accessories - a hat with wide wavy brim and a tote bag, which is a combination of colors and textures.

An interesting outfit with black and gray tones for a plump figure. The ensemble uses the popular layering effect: a cardigan with an original pattern and an unusual clasp is worn over a thin blouse with a lace neckline. The length of the top allows you not to show off your curvy hips. The boots with a wide top with an accordion effect are equipped with a fashionable cuff at the top and decorated with tassels on the sides. This makes the legs more proportional, because in this case the calves are not as full as the thighs. Gray jeans are tucked inside the shoes.