The cowboy boots set to leave their mark on winter fashion
We are getting closer to winter step by step. I can almost see all of you going through your winter clothes these days. I can almost see you adding new ones in their place too. SO, when it comes to shoes, do you also say the more they hurt your feet, the more beautiful they are?
Image: Embroidered tan women’s cowboy boots on a wooden bench — Sanrafae, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 4.0
We could call them American or cowboy boots, and they have left their mark on 2016-2017 winter fashion.
In fact, when we look back at previous years, we will see that our boots are not dominated only by dark colours. In contrast to the starkness autumn brings, there are also colours that will lift our spirits.
First of all, the detail that caught my eye most is the pointed-toe boot. I also believe it looks the most stylish. These boots also look very cool with a casual outfit. It is a piece you can also wear for a very smart dinner. The pointed toe is the detail that looks best on women’s feet. A pointed toe gives the impression of a tough look. At the same time, it paints the portrait of a woman who knows what she wants. That is why pointed toes are a must-have for most women these days. You should make room for this detail every season.
Metal and tassel details
Another detail that catches the eye is metal hardware or tassels. Especially when we look at street style, the metal details on boots outshine their simplicity. At the same time, they can make a casual outfit more stylish.
As we see in the example above, block heels are now very common on boots. In fact, we came across this detail on many shoes last summer season too. It is also a detail we will frequently see on boots this winter season.
We can add colour to our outfit with different sock styles.
And my favourite piece:
A piece I would want in every possible colour.
STYLING TIP
If you are going to complete your boots with jeans, never, ever tuck the jeans into them. Roll them up and let a little skin show. In addition, you should pair sportier boots with long, straight dresses. Finally, if you are putting together a two-piece outfit, matching colours make for a lovely look. A colour that is the exact opposite of the boot creates the same effect.
You can also share the outfits you create with your boots by tagging the @freshmodelsmagazin or @mrvlhanss pages. That way, you can get our comments and styling suggestions.
How to style cowboy boots
Cowboy boots were born as the footwear of horse-riding workers in the American West. Over time, they became one of fashion’s essentials. Today, these boots are known for details such as the pointed toe, the slanted heel and the embroidered shaft. They create a statement accent in city outfits. Wear them with a midi dress or a straight skirt and you get a bohemian look. Wear them with jeans rolled at the ankle, on the other hand, and you get a more relaxed look. In short, if you want to stand out with cowboy boots, keep the rest of the outfit simple. That way, you put the boots front and centre.
For another statement shoe choice for winter, see our over-the-knee boots article. For the history and design features of the boot, Wikipedia’s cowboy boot entry provides detailed information.