Dutik
What is and how do they look?
Quilts or puffy boots are a great alternative to the usual winter boots with fur. The bootleg, as a rule, is made of synthetic woven or nonwoven materials, it can be knitted, between the fabric layers of the bootleg there is a heater. It can be down, wool or synthetics. The outsole is made of rubber, plastic or polyurethane. Natural leather and suede are usually used only for decoration.
Inflated boots are almost always impregnated with a water-repellent mixture, which adds to their practicality. Natural or artificial fur is used to warm them. Artificial fur, made using the latest technologies, is not inferior to natural fur in terms of its thermal insulation properties. Thus, feet in such boots remain dry and warm.
Their so funny name is easily explained by their appearance - the voluminous top seems to be filled, inflated with air... The name "dutiki" was attached to these boots in Soviet times, after they appeared on the shelves of shops in the Soviet Union by the end of the 70s of the last century, and became super popular in the 80s.
The inflated boots were created and patented by the Italian firm Tecnica Group in 1970. The idea of their creation was the first landing on the moon in the history of mankind, or rather, the "lunar" shoes of astronauts Neil Armstrong and Edwin Aldrin. Hence the name of the new type of footwear - Moon boots or moon rovers.
Advantages
Inflated boots have a number of advantages:
- The waterproof upper makes them resistant to slush, rain and snow.
- Modern water-repellent materials, which impregnate boots, allow them to become indispensable for the Russian winter.
- They themselves are unpretentious in care.
- Special shoe care products, much needed for leather, suede and nubuck, can easily be replaced with a regular cosmetic wipe with a damp cloth.
Democratic in style, lightweight and comfortable, they are perfect for daily wear both in the city and during a country trip. If you have small children, then you simply cannot find shoes for walking with them better than lunar rovers.
A variety of top colors, a combination of various materials, a huge number of decoration methods, variations with a sole will allow you to choose a pair to create a unique and effective exit.
It retains heat perfectly thanks to its "blown" shape. New synthetic materials, made according to the most modern high-tech methods, create a warm filler that does not allow feet to freeze even in severe frosts. Resistant, non-slip, elastic outsole adds confidence when walking on snow, icy conditions, uneven ground. The practicality of lunar rovers is complemented by the fact that they are easy to put on and take off. These shoes are great for winter sports.
In addition to practicality and convenience, the third main characteristic of inflated boots should be noted. Various shapes and patterns, they are extremely attractive and expressive. Wearing them, you can create a bright, unforgettable image in both sporty and informal urban style.
Views
Dutik is a versatile shoe. It fully complies with the requirements for winter shoes. Stable, warm, comfortable, it is perfect for walking on snow-covered paths and cleared city sidewalks. You can choose high, puffy boots that will keep most of your shins warm.
- Puffy boots are the right choice for the off-season. Insulated and moisture resistant, it will protect against slush and dirt accompanying the transition period. From a huge number of demi-season models and firms, you can find the perfect pair that meets not only the requirements of practicality, but also style.
- Dutik is also great for autumn. Resistant to dirt and moisture, they are a great alternative to rubber boots in rainy autumn weather. Among other things, feet in such shoes, which can be laced, will feel more comfortable than in rubber.
Length
In addition to the season, which should be guided by when choosing shoes, you can also pay attention to the length of their bootleg. Depending on the latter, inflated boots can be high, regular or short.
The designers went even further, presenting to the customers' over-the-knee boots and quilts-sneakers. The sole on a wedge or heel increases the length of the ducks, which are often used by designers to transform these shoes not only into practical ones, but also into stylish ones, suitable both for going to work and for going out with friends, for example, to a disco.
An adhesive tape, lacing on the top or front, less often a zipper acts as a fixer for the bootleg. To decorate the bootleg, embroidery, edging, trimming with rhinestones, buttons, pom-poms, knitted inserts and other decorative elements are used.
Fashion Models
The huge advantage of the current fashion is that in its rich variety you can choose your own style of clothing, not follow the prevailing stereotypes, and remain stylish in any situation. This is made possible by a wide range of fashionable solutions. The limitless spectrum of color palette, variety of styles and models allows the most discerning and demanding fashionista to choose the perfect combination.
Famous for their practicality, the lunar rovers, having conquered this niche, went further and up to the fashionable Olympus. The sole, originally designed for 2 - 2.5 cm, thanks to the design modeling, has been enriched with a wedge heel, a platform, a small dense heel and a refined medium-length heel itself. Now you can easily diversify your wardrobe with female moon rovers with wedges and heels.
Such shoes will become a valuable purchase for your winter wardrobe, because there will be much more reasons for using them at public events, the images will be more colorful and expressive, and short girls will be able to increase the length of the silhouette.
If there are severe frosts where you live, carefully consider the choice of the model of lunar rovers. Pay attention to the material, thickness and shape of their bottom. Preference should be given to a sole that is made of polyurethane or thermoplastic elastomer (TPE), wide and grooved.
An excellent solution in such weather conditions can be dutik with natural fur, for example, with sheepskin. You can also choose branded models made of high-tech modern synthetic materials or quilts with a textile upper.
With a wide shin, Velcro can be of great service in regulating the thickness of the bootleg. The choice of high ducks that completely hide the shin will also be a way out of this situation. A third solution would be to buy cropped snowboards and the right clothing for them.
Youth lunar rovers are distinguished by bright and varied colors, prints, catchy decoration. Decorated with chains and rhinestones, they are perfect for a glamorous look. Embossed bootleg, fur trim, plaid, fringe, pom-poms, buckles - all this decor will draw attention to a unique pair of shoes.
How to ignore children's dutik? With its practicality, lightness, comfort and boundless field for modeling, these shoes have risen to the pedestal as the best winter shoes for children and will, apparently, remain there for a long time. And quilts with rubber bottoms have become a great alternative to rubber boots. They are suitable for the off-season and when it rains.
Sports models of moon rovers will help not only in creating a sports image. In such shoes you can go snowboarding, take long walks, wear them before and after skiing. As a rule, sports moon rovers are equipped with an anatomical insole, a protective insert in the heel area of the shoe, special materials that allow you to keep your feet dry and remove excess moisture, a wear-resistant non-slip sole and a shock-absorbing system.
Materials (edit)
Choose dutik boots, focusing on the climate of your place of residence. For mild winters and humid climates, go for shoes that have excellent moisture resistance. They can be rubber, lacquer, membrane ducts. If the winter is frosty, then choose models with high thermal insulation characteristics. For these purposes, leather, suede, textile lunar rovers are well suited.
Rubber boots dutik are very well suited for late autumn. Made from rubber and polyester, they are better than simple rubber boots. And insulated with fur from the inside, they perfectly keep the warmth of the legs.
A special technology is used in the manufacture of membrane shoes. A microscopic film that does not allow water to enter but allows it to escape is called a membrane. It is highly waterproof.
Lacquer quilts made of neoporen and lacquer interlayer will certainly attract attention. A variety of colors will allow you to choose the right pair for your glamorous look.
Usually suede and leather are used for the top, but there are manufacturers who use these materials as the outer layer. Leather quilts are heavier than usual, but are of higher quality in terms of their characteristics. They can be completely made of leather or have textile inserts.
Very often, suede is used to decorate the top of the shoe along the edge of the sole, but you can find shoe options made entirely of suede.
EVA quilts are versatile footwear for any autumn - winter weather. Ethylene vinyl acetate is a modern polymer material with such characteristics as extraordinary lightness, elasticity, softness, complete waterproofness, thermal insulation, ease of maintenance, non-slip, durability, hygiene. Ideal for children's shoes.
Color and print
The huge range of colors for the inflated boots will allow you to choose a pair according to your taste. Black, white, beige, gray or brown, as classic colors, are desirable to have in your wardrobe, since it is with them that the greatest number of various combinations is possible.
Bright colors (red, blue, purple, pink) are great for raising the mood in cloudy weather, and to create the same vivid image. Pink quilts will help you create a lolly look. Moon rovers in precious metal colors (for example, silver) will add a bright accent to your image.
It is worth having in your wardrobe and quilts with a bright colorful print. It can be a romantic floral, funny "winter" with snowflakes, deer or a strict camouflage print.
Brands
So, the first production of inflated boots was started by the Italian company Tecnica. Inspired by the shoes of astronauts, designer and company owner Giancarlo Zanatta developed and patented the "moon rover" brand. A large number of technologies that improve the characteristics of the shoe and the appearance really make it into a futuristic shoe.
Tecnica models are equipped with an anatomical OrthoLite insole, PrimaLoft synthetic insulation, a proprietary TecniDry membrane system, a durable TecniGrip rubber outsole with a TrsHiker cushioning system, and a T-spot heel insert.
The use of the Memory Foam insole invented by the NASA space program, which provides reduced body load, makes the moon rovers truly a space shoe. And add, the right and left boots are identical, only you decide which one becomes the left or the right.
Subsequently, other companies began to produce puffy boots, offering new design solutions. Italian company, Pirochi, produces modern beautiful dutik... At their request, the design company Folle-it has created several original graphic prints used in the production of the upper water-repellent layer of the boot shaft. One of the eye-catching contrasting features of Pirochi models is the white sole, which is present even on models with a dark upper.
Quilts of a fairly young American company Crocs, better known as a manufacturer of clogs, are designed for frost -15-20 ºС. The sole of these boots is also made from an innovative material. In this case, it is a soft, non-slip and surprisingly durable polymer patented under the Croslite trademark. It provides ease and comfort when walking.
The Finnish company Finn Line has been making footwear for over a century. Finnish dutik are known for their high quality and original designs. They are, as a rule, made of nylon and grooved rubber soles, faux fur acts as a heater. In the model line of this company you can find original ducks with a Scandinavian print, bright appliqués, as well as models made of leather and suede.
Columbia is another firm that can boast of innovative manufacturing technologies., an American manufacturer and supplier of outdoor clothing, footwear and accessories. Omni-Tech membrane technology perfectly protects against moisture and allows the foot to "breathe". Omni-Heat padding and insulation do an excellent job of keeping warm, they ensure the use of shoes at temperatures down to -36 ° C. The high-tech Omni-Grip outsole is responsible for traction on various winter surfaces.
New Balance dummies seem to be perfect for urban style. Practical, with a bright accent on the brand name, they attract attention. I would like to purchase them for my shoe collection.
Lacoste duties are more focused on creating a feminine image, although they are created in a sporty style.... The flat soles of the models seem weightless and graceful. The wide range of colors of the model range will allow you to choose a pair that matches the top for use in various situations of city life and beyond.
Reviews
It should be noted that there are much more people in love with this shoe than its opponents. There are many disappointed, but not in the shoes themselves, but in a specific model. Basically, reviews of this type of footwear are positive.
How to choose?
- Choose dutik according to your climate. With a frosty continental, you shouldn't skimp on buying a quality brand. If the weather is not very cold, humid temperate climate, then the main characteristic of dutik should be moisture resistance.
- The sole should be wide and grooved. The best materials are models of polyurethane, TPE or other modern high-tech materials based on rubber.
- Pay attention to the presence of a protective insert located in the heel of the boots.
- If your shins are wide, choose models with a Velcro fastener.
- Look in the description of the model for the temperature regime for which the shoes are designed. Not all dutik tolerate very low temperatures well. On these models, the synthetic upper can crack.
What to wear with?
Quilts go very well with a park, a down jacket, a jacket, a short fur coat, a vest. Outerwear should be shortened, at least medium in length. It is better to complement the set with a knitted scarf, mittens, gloves, a hat and a large bag, you can also knitted.
The combination of puffy boots and a sheepskin coat will be very beautiful and stylish. In this case, complete the look by wearing a hat with earflaps. A classic coat with puffy boots is not worth wearing, but a knitted coat is a great option. A quilted vest is also one of the best combinations to keep you comfortable and warm.
Quilts are perfectly combined with things made of wool. In an ensemble with leggings or leggings, sweaters and loose-fitting tunics will be in good harmony. Solid skinny jeans or leather pants are also good. Quilts of light shades go well with bright clothes, and quilts to match with dark ones. Quilts, like sports shoes, go well with a tracksuit.
Quilts with heels or wedges are suitable for knitted dresses and skirts.