High Top Boots

The legs of a modern person are in shoes for an average of 8-12 hours a day. Therefore, comfort is the first thing that people require from shoes. True, some representatives of the fair sex are more likely to neglect convenience (or even health) for the sake of a spectacular image. But what about those who do not want to sacrifice either practicality or style? Are there any shoes that harmoniously combine both?

There are such shoes! These are high boots.

High berets were originally designed for the army. The main advantage of such shoes is that they are universal shoes for movement in any conditions, for any type of terrain. They do not rub, do not slip, keep their feet warm and dry. Bertsa reliably fix the shin, protecting the ankles from injuries, but at the same time, maintaining their mobility.

Here is a classic army boot model:

• The steady corrugated sole will help not to slip into icy conditions.
• After every winter walk, you don’t need to dry the insoles and warm your frozen feet!
• And in the summer you can not go around puddles.

Another feature of high berets is that some of them come with a metal toe and insole that protects against punctures.

The berets do not lose shape, even if all the passengers of the crowded metro trample on them. A reinforced nose and back will also help protect your foot from injury.

Boots with high berets came into urban fashion as shoes for the "dark half of the year" - from September to March. These shoes retain heat well and do not get wet in wet weather. Winter models are in great demand also because they do not get snow.And not so long ago, lightweight modifications appeared for summer wear.

Models are more conservative in design, and differ mainly in functional purpose:

• Boots for special purposes: for military personnel, employees of the Ministry of Emergencies, heavy industry enterprises.
• Civilian boots based on army design: for hunters, fishers and tourists. Insulated waterproof boots for the winter. Quality models are made of natural chrome or yuft leather, less often suede.
• Athletic boots: trekking boots, climbing boots, motorcycle boots (the latter are increasingly being produced without lacing and with a tighter fixation of the lower leg)
• Boots for everyday wear.

Female models have a more elegant design, and a variety of jewelry options. The main types of female berets will be considered below.

These are the warmed models of female high boots. Practical and feminine.

These boots are similar to army boots. Warm and waterproof, they are perfect for winter walks. The Bundes boots are made of genuine leather, which retains heat well in frost. And thermoplastic inserts in the zapatnik and sock additionally protect from the cold. The Bundes are produced, as a rule, in black, but also come in a sandy beige color scheme. There are even Bundes - boots (they are especially appreciated by women - the military).

Not afraid of water and high humidity. Perfect for hiking, sports and other outdoor activities. The heavy thick sole of the jungle is suitable for rainy weather like no other. Another plus of this model is valves or membranes, due to which the shoes quickly dry right on the foot.

Exist so that the legs feel as comfortable as possible in the heat. Thanks to a special membrane, excess moisture is removed and the legs do not sweat. Desert berets, as a rule, are painted in sand, beige or gray.

Super lightweight, or berets, sandals - a comfortable and stylish thing. They can be glossy and matte, any color and from any material. With open toe, heel or sides. Thanks to this, the leg breathes better. Laces, and straps, and metal elements, and anything else can decorate summer shoes.

Unisex models fall into three main categories:

• Sports shoes Storm. Outwardly similar to sneakers and have bright colors. These boots are designed for those who like to travel, play sports and prefer active rest to passive. The sole and lacing are classic, the height of the tibia is average. Storm boots differ from ordinary berets in light weight.
• Unisex winter boots.
• Reptiles. High boots such as army, but the most diverse colors and decor. Popular among informal youth. But not only! Reptiles are the world famous “Grinders” and the comfortable Polish “Break Free”. Quality boots with high berets are produced by a recognized master of comfort, Rieker. And the famous "Dr. Martens ”has already firmly entered the category of unfading classics.

Before buying berets, you need to decide where and when you will wear them. The first criterion, of course, is seasonality. Warm leather and suede models are better to wear after all in the winter, and in summer take lightweight berets or the same jungle.

Next, pay attention to the stiffness of the sole. The softer the sole, the more comfortable it will be for you to walk. In addition, on a thinner sole, there is less risk of delamination in the area of ​​the heel.

Speaking of lacing: some models of berets are quite high, and at the same time do not have a zipper on the side. Sometimes the shafts reach the knee - this is about twenty holes on each side of the lacing.So think ahead of time if you have time to lace up such high boots, or is it better to take on a zipper.

When choosing leather berets, it is better to avoid shiny, and other types of coatings, because they crack pretty quickly. But this again depends on the brand of the manufacturer. For example, the metallized coating of Predator berets does not wear out even after three years of active wear.

Check for the presence or absence of all kinds of reinforcements - weightings. If there is no practical need for them, then you can take such berets exclusively for love. Be prepared for the rather heavy weight of handsome reinforced men. It can reach two kilograms per leg. However, you quickly get used to this weight, and young ladies with excessively thin legs such "weighting" can be a useful simulator.

Before buying, also carefully inspect the seam that secures the sole to the boot. If you see them two or three (more unlikely), then better not to take. Such a sole, as a rule, is not sewn to the boot, but glued. The worst thing is that it is hollow and can easily lose weight. Top boots will still look good, but you will have to forget about any comfort.

There should be only one seam.

And last but not least, you should like and suit the boots in style. Therefore, think in advance what you will wear them with.

The first thing that immediately comes to mind when you think about berets is the military style. So, in combination with a coat or cloak with epaulettes or khaki pants, these boots will look stunning.

Lightweight berets are also perfect for a safari style: a light T-shirt, shorts and desert berets will form the image of a city hunter, which can be balanced with a hat and complemented with ornaments in ethnic style.

The berets will be to the taste and adherents of the boho style, with its layering, puffy skirts and aesthetics of freedom.

Coats and raincoats of a straight cut will emphasize the style of a confident woman, knitted scarves and cardigans will add an touch of touch. A long warm sweater with a colorful or bright plain color will give home softness, especially if you emphasize it romantically - with a careless hairstyle.

Of course, it’s a sin not to wear shackles with leather things!

And berets in combination with a dress will not make the image any worse, but on the contrary, they will create a feeling of incredible lightness, as if only shoes keep you on the ground. It is easy to play against this contrast, observing the rule: the rougher the shoes, the more tender and feminine the clothes should be matched to them.

Men wear high boots with any clothes. Only the relevance of the situation and the color combination should be considered. For example, it is better not to combine them with a business style. The image will turn out to be more expressive if supplemented with bright accessories: for example, a scarf or hat.