Wide boots, the king of autumn/winter 2024 footwear

There is fashion trends that arrive immediately, and others that subtly become an object of desire over time. This is the case of wide boots (known among fashion experts as wide boots for its English translation). This footwear, which already tried to come onto the scene in 2019, has now finally managed to return strongly to the world of fashion, consolidating itself as one of the most prominent style trends in the wardrobes of the world. autumn and winter 2024.

The growing popularity of these boots comes from brands such as Isabel Marant or The Attico, but it fits into most pockets thanks to more affordable fashion brands like COS, and even Mango or Pull & Bear. Hence, given its recent release in stores, there are many celebrities and women who inspire fashion in the street style those who are carrying them in the streets. In case there is any doubt: when we talk about wide boots we are referring to those designs of a certain character. chunky in which, if you have not yet noticed, you will begin to do so, as they attract attention for being wide in their entirety, with the part of the shaft being the one that stands out the most for leaving space between our legs and its fabric.

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A trend from the 80s

It is known that fashion is cyclical, and that every time a trend becomes a demand for experts, it usually brings with it reminiscences of the past that increase its power. The wide bootsIn fact, they are inspired by the decades of the 70s and 80s, when exaggerated fashions were the norm. However, there have been many subsequent occasions in which they have tried to be part of our outfits, as happened two years ago, in 2022, when the heater boots, those that also stand out for their width simulating the effect of the heaters on their silhouette, began to be one of the most seen on the streets and in the looks of celebrities like Rosalía. Of course, at the end of 2024, everything indicates that its simple version will surpass that title, becoming a true ally of the most stylish outfits. The reasons? Of course, tastes change, so this time they arrive reinterpreted with a modern approach, made in leather or leather-effect materials, and even with minimalist metallic details or striking multicolor combinations.

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How to wear wide boots on any occasion

One of the attributes that have led to this typology of boots to be one of the most viewed of the season is its ease of adapting to different contexts. Their versatility has caused an increase in their sales, since they are ideal to wear both in formal looks and in more casual ones. casual. Just one rule: on the first occasions, it is better to go for smooth designs, finished in a point or with a bit of a heel. Better if its height touches the knee. In the rest, on those days when they are worn to accompany us on errands or informal gatherings, fashion experts are confirming that they are worn in their most groundbreaking versions, whether with buckles, various colors, with a wrinkled effect, flat with or wide and low heels.

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Although their proportions can give a vast air to the looks and we have the feeling that they can detract from elegance, the truth is that it is time to eliminate that prejudice and try combinations that come to us directly from the inspiration of street style. If we want to wear them to the office, for example, they are a good option with dresses or midi skirts, accompanied by shirts or knitted sweaters. On more special occasions, such as at a dinner or for an event, we have seen them wearing shirt dresses, straight skirtsand even with options that opt ​​for carrying everything oversizelike with vaporous XL dresses that, when walking, allow others to see part of them.

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When it comes to looking for companions for everyday life, in more urban options, they triumph with shorts (better if they are jorts!), miniskirts, or shorts. And, on this occasion, neither the toe nor the height matters: they can be thigh-high, mid-calf, or even above the ankle; with a square, rounded, or triangular tip. Another fact to keep in mind: although the biker boots and biker boots are once again, without a doubt, the winners of the season, now that the boho chic is on the rise again, the designs slouchy They also compete with the previous ones by wearing bohemian dresses full of ruffles and tulle, and even with skinny pants. There is no excuse not to wear them. They adapt so well to any style that they promise to become your next object of desire.