Leather boots
History and fashion
Over the knee boots are boots with a high top that covers the knee. Today, such shoes are not only comfortable, but also fashionable. Over the knee boots have long been firmly established in everyday wardrobe, they used to be worn by sailors. The choice of such shoes was justified by the fact that the high top to some extent protected the legs from water, dirt, and sometimes from various damages. Treads were often used to hide weapons, knives or something else, so these boots were very useful and comfortable.
For several seasons, you can find several pairs of women's over the knee boots on store shelves. Every year, fashion changes, and shoe models also undergo some changes. A few seasons ago, over the knee boots were worn exclusively with stilettos, and later wedge and platform models became popular.
Popular materials and models
Despite the development of technologies that offer a lot of artificial materials for sewing shoes, genuine leather and suede remain the most popular. In such shoes, the feet will be comfortable in any weather. For winter, designers and manufacturers offer boots made of strong leather and natural fur or suede, and demi-season models made of leather. Natural materials breathe, wear well on the leg, eliminating discomfort and keep a good look longer.
In various catalogs, on store shelves and on catwalks, you can find a wide variety of models of over the knee boots, and each of them has its own advantages and features.
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Treads leather without a heel. This model is perfect for those women who, due to certain features, do not like to wear heels. It is very comfortable to walk in flat boots, the load on the foot is evenly distributed, so they are suitable for women who walk a lot. The advantage of this model is a combination of convenience and femininity.
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On a wedge. Wedges are a great option for those who love heels but can't walk in them. Treads on wedges look very feminine and stylish. These boots are beautiful, visually stretch the figure, making it more slender. In addition, the wedge allows you to reduce the load on the foot, so you can take long walks in these boots.
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On a low heel. Low heels are another good option for everyday wear. Low-heeled boots are comfortable and stylish, and they will go with almost any outfit.
The style of the tops of the boots can be of various lengths and widths. This season, over-the-knee stockings are especially fashionable, and the top material can be not only leather or suede, but also stretch.
How to choose
Unlike other types of women's boots, over the knee boots are very insidious shoes. They can both make your image irresistible, and vice versa vulgar and tasteless. Therefore, it is important to learn how to choose over the knee boots and combine them with clothes. In order not to make a mistake in choosing boots, you need to follow a few rules.
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Shin width. When choosing high boots, you need to pay attention to the width of the lower leg.The top should gently fit the leg, not squeeze it and not crash, it is good if there is a small distance between the leg and the top.
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Boots height. Treads are high or slightly above the knee. It is preferable to choose the second option, as it fits different clothes, but with high boots you need to be careful and combine them correctly.
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Sole. The height of the heel and its shape determine the purpose of this shoe. Stiletto heels are more suitable for evening events, while wedges and low heels can be worn with casual wear.
What to wear
In general, over the knee boots are shoes suitable for many types of sets, but clothing sets need to be selected depending on the model, heel height and top. The most popular are several combinations of over the knee boots with clothes.
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Boots and skirt. The main rule of this combination is to maintain a distance of 15 cm between the top of the boots and the hem of the skirt. The most successful combination of over the knee boots with free-cut skirts. The length of the skirt plays a very important role here, for example, for work, the length of the skirt should be knee-length, and for the evening, a sheath dress and boots going under its hem will be an excellent combination.
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Boots and pants. Over the knee boots go well with pants, provided that the latter are in a tight-fitting style. If the boots are completed with leggings, then the upper part of the set should be below the thigh, for example, a long tunic or cardigan. Complete with jeans, a loose short sweater goes well. Pants look good not only with heels, but also with flat soles, but the wedge heel can make the image rough.
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Treads - stockings. Stockings are considered the most fashionable this season, therefore, we will consider separately what to wear with such boots.Combining stockings with a dress or skirt, it should be remembered that the hem of the clothing should cover the boots, that is, there should not be a gap between the boot and the dress. Stockings can also be combined with a miniskirt, but on condition that it is loose-fitting and the top of the set is modest.
It is categorically impossible to combine tight mini skirts and dresses with over the knee boots, it looks vulgar and tasteless. When completing the image, it is important to remember that tights should be tight and match the shoes. The most successful and versatile choice would be over the knee boots for women, genuine leather or suede.