You’re probably already wearing it.
In a very official Instagram post, I asked you guys if you’re here for the western boot* trend or against it. While some of my like minded friends were very much into it, the majority of you weren’t sold on the idea. Personally, I love this western boot trend for a few reasons. I didn’t grow up with horses or Wranglers, but the trend has a sort of familiarity to me. Probably because it’s been around for so long! Isabel Marant first came on the scene with her suede “Dicker” boot in 2006. Since then, so many dupes have come out, I couldn’t even list them all if I tried. Another reason I like this trend? It’s really wearable. In fact, you probably have some western inspired boots hidden away in your closet.
Ya’ll. After about 6 years, the western trend is back in full force. We saw it a ton on the runways in an ’80/western fusion at shows like Isabel Marant, Tibi, and Versace. Lots of leather, denim on denim, suede, wide yokes, tassels, etc. There’s a specific Isabel Marant look that’s all a burnt orange with leather I’m obsessed with. We saw it all for fall, including a western boot. But if you’re not quite ready to commit to a full on knee-high cowboy boot, don’t sweat it. Me either.
The style of western boot I’m particularly into is kind of a cowboy/western*/moto boot fusion situation. It’s not too literal, too flamboyant, or too costume like. It can actually be pretty subtle and isn’t a far stretch away from my favorite boot style: the Chelsea boot*.
What to look for:
What makes it a western boot*? A few things will tell you you’re on the right track. Leather is the fabric of choice; bonus points for suede leather. A small block-ish heel is pretty standard. But in 2018, we’re seeing western boot styles swing toward thin heels for an elevated evening look. A medallion*, otherwise known as the fancy stitching on your boot, is a good indicator it’s western inspired.
When it comes to the toe, western boots* come in all varieties. I prefer a pointy toe, which is actually kind of a classic style. Think about it…cowboys probably liked their pointy toed boots; it’s pretty easy to slide a pointed toe into a stirrup. I’m not running down outlaws or anything, but I do like to look like I am.
Still not sold on the western boot trend? That’s ok. Maybe the next shoe trend will strike your fancy. After all, kitten heels and wedges are making a comeback.
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