SThey have been spotted in Street Style worn by celebrities and industry experts, the e-commerce sites of fast fashion chains (and not only) offer economical alternatives and they have recently ended up on several covers of industry magazines. It is no longer just a theory or a prediction: cuffed boots are making a comeback.
They thus establish themselves as a timeless classic, capable of rising from its ashes after years, representing a perfect mix of functionality and charm. From the iconic model of Givenchy to all the alternatives that followed: Every step in these boots is a style statement.
Shak Lock: the birth of an icon
It all started with Shark Lock Of Givenchymuch more than just boots, they represent a fundamental chapter in the history of fashion of the third millennium. Created from the innovative vision of Riccardo TiscDuring his tenure as creative director for the Maison, they debuted in the Autumn/Winter collection 2012 leaving an indelible mark. Their distinctive design, featuring a elegant lapel also called gaiter and una closure with padlock, symbolizes a balance between boldness and sophistication. Furthermore, the slim silhouette and the hidden wedge heel make them ideal for gaining a few centimeters both optically and in reality. Emblem of Parisian elegance with a bold spirit, fashion relaunches them in the Olympus of it-shoes in 2024.
The Shark Locks updated to 2024, Photo Courtesy: Givenchy.
A trend that is spreading
In the fast-paced world of fashion, establishing yourself as a timeless classic isn’t for everyone. The ones who succeed are original designs, so much so that they are sometimes considered controversial and with questionable aesthetics, which overcome criticism and doubts by transcending pure aesthetics. To make the boots with cuffs icons it was mostly celebrities like Kim Kardashian who, at the beginning of his career, wore them precisely as a means of affirming his personal style.
Cuffed boots: a street style look. (Photo by Christian Vierig/Getty Images)
Over the years they have confirmed themselves as a safe investment: not only do they add a touch of class to every outfit, but they resist the fluctuations of trends, confirming their status in every woman’s wardrobe. Perfect for both casual look with kinny jeans and an oversized sweater, how much for midi dresses from the strategic gap on the flank, their return is more than plausible. Necessary.
Variations on the theme, for all budgets
Beyond the Shark Lock At Givenchy there is a world of proposals. The only constants remain the leather (even fake) and the cuffed upper, otherwise they open an infinite number of possibilities. From the more classic high tops with a stiletto cut like those of Le Silla to the most comfortable wedge and buckle designs, designed by Casadei. Zara embraces the trend by offering different alternatives to the great classic, with suede boots and some with lower shafts.
Flat, but with a chunky sole, those of The Attic ensuring comfort suitable for everyday life, even if it is precisely that luxurious and feminine aspect of the stiletto and rigid upper of the models of Gia Borghini and many other bands to make them irresistible.
Post Scriptum: wearing them is not always easy. Proportions can play tricks on you, so it’s best to rely on slip-on or fitted silhouettes, nothing too bulky, letting the boots become the real protagonists of the outfit. No to baggy jeanswide skirts or dresses that hide a large part of the design. Yes to skinny trousersshort skirts and ingenious slits.
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