Everyone knows that one of the components of the wardrobe that forms the image in autumn and winter is shoes. That is why many girls are very responsible in choosing warm shoes. Now designers can offer many different models, ranging from cute boots to over-the-knee boots. Moreover, all these shoes can be both with heels and without it. The range of offered shoes is very wide, and all models differ from each other in material, color and other details.
In almost every store you can find the model that will appeal to even the most fastidious fashionistas. One of the most popular footwear models in recent years are over the knee boots without a heel. Many girls are very careful about such shoes, because they consider them too extravagant and bold. However, if you correctly learn how to combine over the knee boots with other elements of the wardrobe, you can get a pretty beautiful look.
A bit of history
As you know, the history of over the knee boots has severalcenturies. According to some sources, for the first time such boots were mentioned in the Middle Ages. Then they were used only by cavalrymen. The first boots were radically different from modern shoes. Due to the fact that they were most often made of hard leather, they could not be bent anywhere.
Many believe that boots without heels would have remained military shoes if Peter the Great did not like to walk around in them in front of people. The very word "boots" is French. Translated into Russian - "strong boots". Men wore them for a long time, but already in the 80s, over the knee boots became part of the women's wardrobe and won the hearts of many girls.
However, after the release of the legendary film "Pretty Woman", in which the main character walked in over the knee boots, the impression of such shoes deteriorated a little. Some people still associate such boots with girls of easy virtue.
Who suits these shoes
Of course, a new pair of shoes will never be superfluous, but still, before buying women's over the knee boots without a heel, you need to figure out who suits such shoes and who should avoid them.
Treads are a pretty good model of boots. They will make the girl's legs visually longer. Despite this, such shoes are not suitable for all girls. Over the knee boots look best on tall girls with slender legs. It will be quite difficult for full girls to find shoes due to their wide feet.
And for girls who are short, over-the-knee boots with heels are not very suitablehigh. It is best to choose standard models that lack various decorative elements.
Shoe variety
Treads without heels are categorized according to the following criteria:
- by season (winter, autumn);
- by type of heel (flat, stiletto, platform, etc.);
- according to the height of the boot itself (just below the knee, knee-deep, to the middle of the thigh);
- according to width (tight, wide or stocking boots);
There can be many criteria. Which boots to choose depends only on individual taste preferences. Of course, before buying boots, you need to immediately think over ready-made looks with boots so that there are no awkward situations later.
Also boots can be made from suede or leather. Many believe that the most practical are leather flat boots, because they will withstand all the vagaries of the weather. Both insulated options for the winter and autumn boots can be made from leather.
Suede boots look very attractive, but at the same time they are not very practical. Suede shoes do not react well to moisture and require a lot of maintenance. To find models a little cheaper, you can choose shoes from leather substitutes and textiles.
How to care for these shoes
As already mentioned, flat suede over the knee boots require a lot of personal care. That is why when buying shoes, the best solution would be to immediately purchase a special suede care product. EveryoneIt is known that suede shoes cannot be wiped with a damp sponge. Therefore, you need to buy another special brush for suede. The same goes for leather boots.
Immediately you need to choose a shoe polish of the desired color. High shoes always attract the attention of others, so any flaws will be visible. For this reason, boots must be taken care of responsibly.
A few rules
Treads without heels are a very insidious thing, therefore, in order not to look like the main character of the famous movie, you need to know a few rules on how to wear boots:
- You can combine such shoes with different clothes, the main thing is that things do not have frank details. Therefore, dresses with a deep neckline, transparent shirts, short shorts and skirts should be put aside.
- Tights are best to choose matte black. Drawing on tights should be absent. Black tights should only be worn under dark shades of boots. Pastel shades go well with nude tights. The stylist does not recommend wearing shiny or fishnet tights.
- When choosing stocking boots, you need to choose the right bootleg width. It should not be too narrow or vice versa wide. A narrow shaft can pinch the legs and cause severe discomfort.
By following these rules and a few more below, every girl can create a stylish look with high boots.
Which pants to pair with
Pants are perhaps one of the most common elements of women's wardrobe. They are betterover the knee boots without heels are most suitable, since it is almost impossible to make a mistake with them. The main rule when choosing trousers is that they are narrow. Straight trousers, and even more so flared ones, cannot be combined with high boots. Such an image will be ridiculous. Many stylists advise wearing skinny jeans or leggings under the boots.
Under leggings, you can wear a tunic or a large sweater. The color of trousers can be black, blue, gray and brown. You can pick up jeans in other colors, but you need to make sure that the image is not flashy. Of course, straight and flared trousers can be worn, but without tucking them into boots. In this case, the boots can be replaced with regular boots or boots.
Treads without a heel (photo): which skirt to choose
Many girls prefer not to wear skirts under such boots at all. Over the knee boots are also great for skirts and dresses. You can wear any style of skirt. Skirts-sun are perfectly combined with boots. For a more formal outfit, you can wear a pencil skirt. Skirts and dresses should not be in bright colors. It is better to prefer plain clothes.
Stripes and geometry should also be avoided. The difference between over the knee boots and any kind of dress should not be more than 10 cm. To wear a longer skirt or dress, you need to choose a model that matches the color of the shoes. Many stylists under skirts recommend wearing suede over the knee boots directly, believing that they add romance to the look.
Outerwear and flat boots. What to wear with (photo)
Topclothes, like shoes, are the basis of a winter or autumn look. Therefore, her choice should be taken seriously. Over the knee boots are especially useful in winter, as they warm the entire leg. Oversized outerwear looks best with narrow over the knee boots. If you need to wear a long coat under the boots, then it, like skirts with dresses, should be the same color as the boots.
Under winter boots without a heel, coats, and raincoats, and jackets and fur coats are perfect. With high boots, clothes to the middle of the thigh are perfectly combined. It is not recommended to wear boots with down jackets. This combination looks very ugly.
What to avoid
To create the perfect look with over the knee boots, you need to listen to stylists who give recommendations on what to avoid. If you do not follow these tips, then the final image may turn out to be deplorable. To prevent this from happening, even before buying boots, you need to think through ready-made images. So, when creating an image using suede boots without a heel, you should avoid these clothes:
- too short dresses, skirts and shorts;
- very revealing clothes (deep neckline);
- clothing made of lace, ruffles and other "romantic" fabrics.
Short skirts will look ugly even on slender girls. In combination with over the knee boots, short skirts will make the legs much thicker. In addition, there will be constrained movements. Also, do not use short tops and other elements of "sexy". Treads themselves are a sign of sexuality,therefore, they should not be combined with revealing clothing.
Stylists also recommend not to wear stockings for girls who are not sure about the harmony of their legs. For example, if the legs are prone to fullness, there are no clear forms, etc. Stocking boots repeat the shape of the legs, all their advantages and disadvantages will be shown to others.
In closing
Summing up all of the above, it should be noted once again that over the knee boots are a fairly versatile and interesting element of the wardrobe that will never be superfluous. Also, many girls who have a negative attitude towards over the knee boots should radically reconsider their opinion, because the right shoes will add zest to any look.
Treads without heels are very popular now. Many girls do not know how to properly combine over the knee boots with other clothes. To make the image beautiful and stylish, girls should look at ready-made images for inspiration. And so that the image does not turn out too bright and vulgar, it is better to use tips on what things to avoid.
