Skandia Boots

The Italian company Scandia has been producing footwear since 1979. The products quickly spread in the USA and Canada, and a little later they also conquered the Russian market of warm shoes.

The Scandia company specializes in the production of winter shoes, boots of this brand are popular in countries with severe snowy winters.

Thanks to the membrane technology used in production, Scandia boots perfectly retain heat, even in severe frosts. The temperature inside is kept at +31 degrees. This mark is considered ideal as it keeps the feet from freezing and prevents overheating and excessive sweating.

Scandia shoes not only keep your feet warm, but also prevent them from getting wet, maintaining an ideal microclimate. This is especially important when you are outdoors for a long time. As you know, after getting wet, the feet freeze much faster. Therefore, for sports, hiking and out-of-town pastime it is very important that the shoes do not let moisture through. At the same time, thanks to the membrane inside Scandia boots, the legs continue to "breathe", which reduces the risk of foot diseases and unpleasant odors.

With excellent heat-saving properties, the shoes of the Italian company have increased lightness. It is achieved thanks to the refusal of the company from natural materials. Scandia boots are presented on the market in two versions: with faux fur lining and TOP 2099 high-tech insulation.

Artificial materials make boots unpretentious to care for: they can simply be washed with running water and soap or in a washing machine. But such shoes cannot be worn with 100% cotton socks, the elastane content in tights or socks must be at least 10%.

In addition to being completely impervious to water and wind, Scandia shoes can be classified as anti-slip: the pattern on the sole presents many multidirectional volumetric lines that provide traction on any surface.

Thus, warm, comfortable, lightweight Scandia boots fully meet the high standards of Italian footwear, but they have an advantageous price. Scandia is one of the most democratic Italian footwear brands. Despite changes in the exchange rate, the products of this company remain in the middle price segment.

In Russia, Scandia footwear is represented by a line of children, teenagers and women. Models for children are especially popular. Parents trust the boots of this brand, since orthopedists and pediatricians took part in the development of shoes.

Each model of the Scandia children's range takes into account the peculiarities of the position of the foot. To prevent the child's foot from sweating, the boots are provided with three-layer insoles. The brand takes care of the correct development of the baby's feet from an early age: the size range of boots starts from size 20, which corresponds to 12.5 centimeters. Typically, such a length of the foot occurs in a child between the ages of one and a half to two years. Each next size is half a centimeter longer. Thus, the maximum foot length in the children's line is 23 cm, which corresponds to the 36th size.

Italian designers have taken care of the wide range of Scandia children's boots. There are many models on the Russian market, equipped with bright details: zippers, laces, faux fur.

In the children's line for girls, boots with a floral print are especially popular.

The same floral print is found in the Scandia women's winter shoe collection. The size range of boots for women starts from size 36. The length of the foot in such models corresponds to 22 centimeters. Unlike many shoe brands, Scandia produces women's shoes over size 40; the collection includes models in sizes 41 and 42.

All boots have a fairly wide bootleg, equipped with lacing. They are perfect for a full leg and will be completely comfortable. Due to the height, which reaches 30-33 centimeters, Scandia winter shoes are suitable for country trips or outdoor recreation.

For urban conditions, the company produces feminine stylish wedge heels. These boots have a more elegant design, they can be trimmed with metal elements with rhinestones. Another Scandia shoe for everyday wear is the faux fur trimmed ankle boots. They are made in neutral colors and feature lacing for decoration.

Trying to keep up with fashion trends, Scandia designers constantly update the color range of the collection. In recent years, white slip-on boots with bright elements have been especially popular. It is customary to call them "dutik". These boots look great with jeans or bright outdoor suits.

A more extravagant option designed to attract attention is the silver boots, which look very impressive in white snow. For those who prefer less flashy options, the Scandia line includes black models. They can be matte or glossy, plain or complemented with contrasting lacing, bright details.

Scandia designers suggest discreet ladies to look at burgundy or blue boots and boots.These colors will not be conspicuous or eccentric, but will add their own zest to the image.

Delicate colors for girls are popular among children's models. Pink, blue, peach boots are presented in each collection. Models for boys are mainly made in dark colors: brown, black, blue.

Both the adult and children's lineup have recently been replenished with two-tone models. The bottom of these boots is usually a couple of shades darker than the top. The color combination adds style and grace to predominantly athletic shoes.

Years of experience and research into production technologies allow the Scandia concern to produce high-quality, warm, wear-resistant shoes that can withstand thirty degrees of frost. The boots produced by this Italian brand are created using a unique material specially developed for Scandia - the Scandiatex membrane.

The membrane is located between the inner and outer layers of the fabric. This layer is very thin and does not add bulk to the boots. At the same time, Scandiatex consists of micro pores that do not allow wind and moisture to pass through, but allow the foot to "breathe", freely passing moisture outside.

The membrane fabric was designed for athletes to wick moisture away from the body during high exertion. This material is not insulation, it helps to maintain the internal temperature. This is especially true for children who are usually very active outdoors.

The upper materials of the shoe interact with the Scandiatex membrane. High-tech fabrics used in the production of the entire range provide increased durability and lightness of the boots. All upper materials are impregnated with a dirt-repellent compound that protects the appearance of the shoe and prolongs its lifespan.

The structure and material of the sole of this brand are no less important. The Scandia company was one of the first to think about the adhesion of shoes to the surface. Slippery shoes can lead to falls and injuries, which is why Scandia boots are equipped with a polyurethane sole with an embossed pattern. The different directions of the lines and their volume are reliably fixed on the surface, reducing the possibility of slipping to a minimum.

The comfort of the foot is guaranteed by special three-layer insoles. The inner and outer layers are used to absorb fluid and expel it to keep the foot dry. Between them is a layer of foil that reflects heat back to the foot. The purpose of maintaining a constant temperature inside the boots is a special insulation TOP 2099.

Using innovative, modern technologies, the creators of Scandia footwear take care of the long-standing standards: they pay a lot of attention to the comfort of the last and the quality of the seams. A very important detail for Scandia children's boots is an additional layer of fabric under the zipper, which absolutely excludes snow getting into the shoes.

Scandia footwear is becoming more widespread in Russia. Owners of boots or boots with Scandiatex membrane note the lightness of such shoes compared to the usual leather models.

Parents who choose Scandia for their kids talk about the quality and durability of the boots. Many people note that the child's feet did not get wet and did not freeze, even if a thin sock was worn under the boots. However, with the city winter, slush and chemicals covering the roads, it was important for most Scandium shoppers that the shoes were easy to wash.

Thus, the Italian quality and low, in comparison with other manufacturers, the price won the favor of buyers in Russia, and Scandia took its niche in the warm footwear market.