Heeled ankle boots

Once upon a time, the French designer Roger Vivier created interesting comfortable low shoes especially for Queen Elizabeth II. Of course, what such a respected person wore quickly became the subject of desires of all Englishwomen, and then of the whole world. Since then, the design of ankle boots has undergone some changes, but to this day they remain almost a must have for every fashionista. They remain at the height of fashion for many seasons in a row, using all the trendy trends in their designs. Thanks to the tricks of the designers and the materials used, ankle boots are comfortable and stylish footwear for the whole year.

Outwardly, ankle boots look like ankle boots, and their distinguishing feature is their height. Their very original name "ankle boots" contains the main characteristic. The translation means "boots to the ankle", which means that such shoes are calf-high, but at the same time they fit the ankle. There are models with fasteners, for example, a zipper or lacing, although you can do without them, although in this case the shoe has a wide boot so that you can easily slip the foot through. Otherwise, ankle boots have a lot of design assumptions.

Ankle boots have several common sock options. Most often you can see round and oval models, they look feminine and neat at the same time. Square toes are a little more like men's shoes, but they are not rare. Pointed noses are most often used on large, massive and tall models, thus completing a defiant look in a good way. Open noses are considered a frequent occurrence on summer models, and the shape and depth of the cutout can vary, although the most classic option is when only one, thumb, or two fingers are visible.

The overall design of the shoe is strongly influenced by the shape of the heel, but ankle boots, with rare exceptions, are produced with split soles, not flat ones. In general, thin and thick, as well as high and low heels can be distinguished, but some variations are possible for each of them. As for the height, it varies from the lowest and most stable to suitable, definitely, not for everyone, because not everyone is ready to climb to such a height. The height of the heel of women of fashion is selected depending on the desire to wear shoes daily or exclusively for special occasions when you want to impress everyone.

Ankle boots with thick soles are an excellent solution for slushy and slippery weather, because such a heel is stable, and the materials used reduce the chances of falling to a minimum. There are several shapes for this type of heel - a rectangular column, a slightly rounded "glass", tapering towards the end of the "carrot". If we are talking about low models, then they always have a wide, rectangular or square heel. Thick heels reach ten centimeters or more when combined with a platform. The main advantage is greater stability and convenience, as well as falling into one of the main trends, especially in combination with a tractor, that is, corrugated, effect.

A thin heel is a well-known stiletto heel. It is light and graceful, feminine, and therefore ideal for creating romantic and elegant looks. The hairpin can be oval, faceted, round, reaching a height of thirteen centimeters. Ankle boots with such a heel are most often made on a platform. Stiletto heels look more neat than chunky thick heels.

New fashion trends have brought ankle boots another type of sole - a flat platform and wedge heel. Such models are less common than the usual ones with heels, but they look no less worthy. In addition, the presence of a high platform increases the scope for creativity, that is, for decoration. Platform heights vary from model to model, can be low or high, and raised or not.

The most popular material for ankle boots is leather. It is the most practical for cold seasons, easy to clean, and of high quality, and will last for many years. Models in leather come in not only classic basic colors, but also non-standard, bright ones. They use not only natural leather, but also leatherette, and as for the texture, lacquered and matte models are equally good. In addition, you can find treatment under the skin of reptiles, a metallized effect, a deliberate aging of the texture.

Another commonly used material is suede. It is more difficult to handle than leather, but special care products are available at all shoe stores. Suede is soft and velvety to the touch, it has a beautiful texture and appearance. As with leather, suede comes in a variety of colors, from black to orange. For summer models, they take textiles, for example, denim, mesh, even lace and satin, and winter ones, on the contrary, are insulated with fur.

The appearance of a shoe depends not only on the shape of the nose, height and type of heel, but also on the color. Black, gray, brown, dark burgundy and blue are common colors for fall and winter. Black and brown can be considered classic, universal, suitable for almost any situation. Such ankle boots will be relevant both for work and a strict dress code, as well as walking around the city or going to a party.

Summer models are predominantly light and bright. Among the light options, the classics are white and beige. Depending on the material, there are saturated, pastel, "vigorous" colors: blue, green, light blue, pink, red and many others. In the color of shoes, a lot depends on the trends of the season.

Ankle boots can be decorated using animalistic (zebra, leopard, tiger), floral and geometric prints.A popular color technique is the transition from one shade to another, that is, "ombre".

Equally important in creating an image and decor. There are casual ankle boots, the most laconic ones, on which you will not see unnecessary details, apart from the fasteners. But most often, such ankle boots still decorate. As a simple decoration, metal parts are used in moderation, for example, chains, rivets, spikes. The romantic image involves the use of yarn, lace, ornaments, rhinestones, stones, fringes, fur details. But in a shocking style, you can find large bows made of fabric or leather, fringe, fancy appliques, as well as absolutely fancy heels, especially a hairpin, for example, made in the form of ornate patterns.

One of the main summer decors is all kinds of cutouts on the ankle boots to make the model lighter and allow the foot to breathe on warm days. Among the options available is the usual lack of a part of the sock so that two toes are visible, or all of them. In addition, cutouts are found on the heels, on the sides and in general along the entire upper part, and they are connected by lacing or rivets. Another way of decorative sewing is the use of inserts from different materials: mesh, lace, textiles, and sometimes several at once.

The decor can be located on separate parts, for example, a heel or toe, or on the entire visible surface. It all depends on the imagination of the designer and the taste of the customer, as well as her willingness to wear something original. In the presence of large jewelry or a large number of them, ankle boots become the main accent of the image, and then you should be prepared for the fact that you will have to be more modest in the rest of your clothes.

A high stiletto heel is always combined with a platform, however this season it is fashionable to have the platform hidden. However, ankle boots with thin heels stand out not only in height and interesting shape, but also in bright colors even in autumn models: crimson, turquoise, orange, bright blue, purple.

In addition to the stiletto heels, a solid sole is in fashion - a platform, a wedge heel. Such models look unusual, but effective, because very often they are decorated with appliqués and inserts made of materials such as suede and fur. Small square heels and high thick heels, especially rectangular in shape, do not lose their relevance. Tractor sole is among the fashionable novelties for those and other types of platforms.

Regardless of the fashion for the shape of the heel, the use of lacing remains relevant. This type of fastener, in principle, is always necessary and does not go out of fashion, because it helps the shoe to sit well on the foot of a particular owner, to adjust it to the width of the bootleg. Not only classic thin lace is in fashion, but also thick, ribbon lace.

Among the models for a more gentle and warmer season at the height of fashion are those with cutouts. The tendency is that the cutout just on the toe will not be enough, on the contrary, the more, the better. These can be side slits or cut patterns. In such ankle boots, it will definitely not be hot in summer, because most of the legs will remain open.

The materials are dominated by leather and suede, but among the trends is their unusual combination with unusual materials. Combinations are especially widely used on suede models, on which you can find corduroy, rubber, leather, guipure. Leather models are distinguished by their finishing with a chain, straps, buckles, zippers.

A separate fashionable direction is a fantasy, and sometimes even a fantastic style for casual shoes. In this unusual direction, there are models that are sometimes difficult to imagine until you see. Among them are transparent, convex, ornate heels or stilettos hidden under the fringe, all kinds of geometric stripes, volumetric embroidery and appliques.

Many people wonder how to choose ankle boots so that they last as long as possible. The answer to this question includes several parameters at once concerning the characteristics of the foot, the quality of the shoe, and its combination with the figure of the customer.

First of all, you need to select the size of your shoes. The principle of "endure", if you really liked the couple, is by no means suitable when it comes to buying ankle boots for every day. They should not be small, as this can lead to deformation of the foot, and large too, because the load is on the leg due to a harder impact on the ground. As a last resort, for oversized shoes, you can use insoles.

The foot also encounters a serious load if you have to walk in high-heeled shoes for more than four hours. Therefore, for everyday activities and work, it is best to purchase medium and low heels so as not to harm your own legs. High heels and stiletto heels will be appropriate for evening looks and for going out.

Greater oxygen access to the leg is provided by natural materials, such as leather and suede, and if the model you like is made of leatherette, then you should make sure that at least the lining is not artificial. Fall and winter models should have a thicker outsole with a tread to prevent slipping. Also, keep an eye on the integrity of the materials and the reliability of fastening all kinds of accessories and decorative elements.

If the calves and the legs themselves are very thin, then massive models with thick heels should be abandoned, preferring medium height, width and brevity in details. On the other hand, shoes with thick heels and with no clutter of jewelry in the calf area are suitable for denser legs. High heels and stilettos will be a salvation for short girls, because they visually lengthen the figure.

To begin with, let's consider what to wear with ankle boots so as to look as fashionable and beautiful as possible. If you have several pairs of ankle boots of different stylistic orientation, you can be sure that, if necessary, you can create romantic, everyday, daring, business looks.

Among skirts and dresses, the priority will be models of mini and midi lengths, that is, not below the knees. The shorter the skirt, the higher the heel must be in order to maintain the proportions. Skirts below the knee are not always appropriate in combination with ankle boots. However, in the summer you can afford a combination of light shoes with lace inserts and thin heels with a flying pleated maxi skirt. Low neat ankle boots will be an excellent option for a business office suit with a straight skirt or an interesting casual outfit with lace.

The most versatile solution is jeans and trousers, and with them overalls, midi shorts and loose short ones, because, depending on the model, they will be appropriate in almost any situation. Skinny models, cropped or rolled up at the bottom, ripped denim, "boyfriends" - all this can be combined with ankle boots. Different lengths of trousers are suitable, you should limit yourself only to the width of the cut. Loose models, flared, and even more so with classic arrows, when it comes to trousers, will hide ankle boots and most likely create an imbalance in the image.

Leggings and leggings go well with massive models with thick soles, creating a certain contrast. Especially if the set includes a free top - shirt, tunic, sweater. In general, the top is selected depending on the image, since both a classic shirt and a T-shirt with a fashionable print in combination with a jacket or jacket can suit ankle boots equally stylishly.

In cold weather, jackets and jackets should be worn with ankle boots. In the fall and winter, the list of suitable outerwear is quite extensive. In it and leather jackets, and bombers, and classic coats, parks, down jackets. In winter, these should be insulated models.

• Summer ankle boots with thin heels with an open toe. The black and white range allows you to create an image with a black long sleeve, a skirt with intersecting stripes at the hem and a white jacket. As accessories, sunglasses, a few laconic bracelets and a crossbody bag.

• Autumn olive ankle boots with thick fringed heels go well with black leather leggings and a layered top: a light black blouse under a gray sweater. Many bracelets for gold dilute the image with color.

• Classic black ankle boots will help you create an elegant business look. A black short dress and black thick tights are diluted with a knee-length beige coat. A black snood scarf and leopard print gloves will keep you warm.