Benefits
Why when buying winter shoes should give preference to models made of genuine leather, because the boots made of leatherette in appearance can be no less spectacular?
Benefits
We list a number of advantages of leather shoes compared with shoes made of artificial leather:
Comfort
Genuine leather shoes wear out over time, as if adjusting to the foot of a particular person. Shoes made of leatherette does not stretch, such shoes are much easier to fill the corn.
Efficiency
Despite the fact that leather shoes are more expensive than shoes made of artificial materials, this price is justified. Genuine leather is a durable material. Genuine leather shoes tolerate a wide range of temperatures. With proper care and compliance with the “operating conditions”, genuine leather boots will last you for more than one season, while leatherette shoes become unusable much earlier than leather. Leatherette boots are generally not recommended to be worn at temperatures below −20 ... −25 degrees Celsius.
Hygienic
Legs in leather shoes practically do not sweat, since air exchange is preserved. Not every shoe made of artificial materials has a similar property.
Beautiful appearance
With proper care, leather boots will have a decent look for the entire life cycle. Shoes made of leatherette loses presentability pretty quickly.
Models
We list the most fashionable models of leather boots in the latest and current seasons.
A very large variety of models combines only the presence of high tops. Maxi length is the main trend. Basic models:
On a flat (low) run with a high and wide shaft
The model of boots with a wide tops, which can be tucked into pants, is called "Temdera." Convenience and comfort are becoming more fashionable than ever. Such shoes can be combined with dresses and trousers;
With the highest and narrow top and decorative frequent lacing
This decoration gives the grace of winter shoes and looks trendy.
Knee high boots
The main, and sometimes the only, element of the decor of this model is a zipper. The extravagance of the style should be balanced by the simplicity of the design. Such footwear is recommended to be worn with short-cut outerwear; it can be perfectly combined with the length of mini clothes or tight trousers;
On the heel-stiletto with a high, narrow shafted and rounded toe.
Hairpin can be combined with the platform. The upper part is sometimes decorated with lacing. Such footwear is not considered an element of everyday style, it can be called a model, “on the way out”;
With a square or flared / slightly tapering downward thick, rather massive heel and high shafted.
Such shoes are presented in many winter collections of various designers. The height of the heel can be very different, but on such a heel should be comfortable. Good shoe stability is very useful for the winter season;
On a high platform
Wedges
Tanket can be seen on both models with narrow tops and wide ones (temder boots). The height of the tops is maximum in all models. The wedge appears in boots and boots with decorative lacing.In winter, the wedge is a great alternative to high heels, it allows you to look elegant and feminine, regardless of the weather;
Boots-shoes
Composed as if of two parts: the bottom - the shoe, the top - the boot;
Boots stockings
The length of such shoes can be like those of real stockings, and the clasp is sometimes located behind. These shoes perfectly fit with short dresses and skirts - a good way to demonstrate the slimness of the legs and in the cold season. You can wear such shoes with midi-long clothes if the dress or skirt has a cut;
With an unusual shape or material heel, such as wooden
Shoes with a transparent heel can be seen not only at fashion shows. One of the latest quirks of fashion is the heel, slightly shifted to the middle of the sole, which is why the heel visually hangs over it;
Patent leather.
In the style of glam-rock.
This style can be followed even in winter. Metallic winter boots decorated with metallic elements will help to match the chosen image;
With a narrow neat toe.
On a ribbed, grooved sole.
The ribbed sole can be either on flat shoes or on platform boots. This is the case when the weather dictates the style;
Bright colors, with a combination of different textures.
With fur trim.
Colors
In addition to the traditional, always fashionable, black, designers offer models of shoes of various shades of brown, chocolate, terracotta, beige and shades of blue, green and purple that are completely unusual for winter. Do not forget about the white color.
Increasingly, gray and metallic silver are used.
Extravagant prints under snake skin or the skin of other reptiles, tiger skin and other "animal" colors become fashionable.
Modern technologies and imagination of designers give us the opportunity to see unusual interpretations of "animal" prints in completely unexpected colors: blue or burgundy.
Also used floral and "wallpaper" prints.
In addition to the most topical dark blue, blue, green and gray colors, autumn - winter is brown-gray, bright mustard, brown-orange, pink-brown hue, warm red and pink-lilac in fashion for the current season.
Fashionable colors are annually announced by the Pantone Color Institute. Each color has its own unique name: “lush meadow”, “potter's clay”, “red aurora”, “dusty cedar”, “reckless” / “outrageous”, etc.
The colors of the past seasons were Marsala (2015), rose quartz and pale lavender (serenity) (2016). The most fashionable color of 2017 declared grass-green - a shade of "green".
In the recent season's shoe fashion, more than ever, combinations of various colors and textures that could be called incompatible before, such as the futuristic design of heels or, on the contrary, wooden heels at boots, are actively used.
How to choose?
Choosing the style of winter leather boots, you should focus not only on your preferences and tastes, but also keep in mind the features of your own figure.
Models with a wide shaft are the most versatile and non-binding option, unlike the styles with a narrow shaft, which should be paid special attention to owners of slender legs. To decide on a shoe model, you can come to the store with an advisor - a person whose opinion you trust.
Before going to the store, inspect your wardrobe: when buying winter boots, you should take into account whether the new dress will be combined with outerwear, and be similar in style to other things.
When choosing winter boots, as with the purchase of any other shoes, you need to consider their purpose: shoes "for every day" or "on the way out."
You should not buy model shoes for everyday wear. This is not practical, and fashion shoes (including high-heeled shoes or patent leather) are not designed for daily use.
It should be borne in mind that patent leather shoes should not be worn at temperatures below −10 degrees Celsius. It deteriorates from dampness and exposure to direct sunlight.
When buying winter leather boots, you should pay attention to the fact that leather shoes are marked in a special way: this is a label that resembles the shape of a skin.
Any winter boots before buying need to try on.
For fitting it is better to take socks that will be worn winter shoes. Ordering from the catalog or online store, without risking a mistake with the choice, you can only those models that you have already worn.
It is necessary to take into account the weather factor.
In shoes with thick soles it will be warmer, the corrugated sole in ice will save from falling. When fitting, it is necessary to take into account how comfortable it is to wear shoes, and one should not forget that leather shoes tend to wear out a little over time. A good option for winter shoes is a removable footbed. This insole is easy to dry or replace if necessary. The insole must be soft enough, too hard can cause corns.
For everyday wear, the ideal option would be shoes with a low (4–5 cm) stable heel.
Stiletto heels are not recommended for more than four hours a day. A high bootleg is the best choice for winter. The warmer boots will be in boots, which cover not only the legs, but also the knees.
Winter shoes should not be tight, too narrow boots disrupt blood circulation by squeezing the foot.
In such shoes the foot will freeze, and the risk of arthrosis will increase. In winter boots it should be possible to move a little toes, they should not be crushed. But shoes should not hang on their feet either.
When choosing winter leather boots should also think about how much effort and time will require further care for such shoes.
Difficult to care for boots from a combination of different materials: leather with textile or suede trim. Each element of this shoe will require the use of different specialized care products. Light leather shoes are quite capricious: on such boots there can be a stain even from water. Delicate attitude and special attention and the use of special care products require varnished shoes.
Price may also be a determining factor. You can save money by buying shoes for a seasonal sale. However, off-season choice may be significantly limited.
How to care?
New leather boots before starting socks should be covered with a special impregnating agent or cream.
Make sure that the color of the cream matches the color of the shoe, and the purpose matches the type of material.
- Silicone-impregnated sponges should not be used to care for leather shoes.
- You do not need to wear leather boots if it is damp, sleet or sleet.
If the shoes are still wet, you should dry them well, but away from heat sources (do not leave boots near the battery).
To avoid deformation of the shoes when drying, you should use special pads or just tightly stuff the boots with paper.
Once a week, leather boots should be cleaned with a special cream, periodically treated with water-repellent agents.
Any shoe care products should be applied only to clean and dried boots. Leather boots are removed with a soft brush and a damp cloth. Then the shoes are wiped dry. Wash leather shoes in the water can not be! In the case of heavy contamination, it is possible to use specially designed detergents for cleaning shoes.
For some types of leather shoes, only dry cleaning is allowed, you can not use a damp cloth to remove dirt on such shoes.
Special care requires patent leather shoes. When cleaning such shoes do not use brushes, only a soft cloth.In any case, you need to familiarize yourself with the shoe care instructions offered by the manufacturer and follow the recommendations given in it.
It is recommended to have several pairs of shoes for one season, as with the daily use of one pair there is no opportunity to dry the shoes well, and this is extremely important to do to preserve its performance and prolong its service life.
Do not wear wet or poorly dried leather shoes: they can stretch and get out of shape.
At the end of the season, leather shoes should be stored in a dry, well-ventilated area away from sunlight and heat sources. It is not recommended to store leather boots in plastic bags or plastic boxes. For this it is better to use a cloth or special covers.
