Perhaps, about 12-15 years ago, a pair of transparent shoes or shoes could become a sensation. Of course, we periodically saw something unusual on the catwalks or in science fiction films, but, as a rule, we were talking about inserts from translucent materials, but so that the whole thing ... This was not.
Today, transparent shoes can often be seen in the window of a regular store. They occupied their niche in the fashion world, boldly stepping into the streets of the city. Today, such an accessory is not so uncommon for casual style.
How it all began
The fashion for transparent shoes did not begin with shoes at all. It is generally accepted that the great shoe master Christian Louboutin stood at the origins . His experiments with plastic and silicone were not patented, so many fashion houses quickly intercepted the idea. In just a few years, the trend has become extremely widespread.
Especially I liked the theme of transparent shoes for enterprising residents of the Middle Kingdom. The market was filled with budget shoes, the price of which was several times lower than for branded shoes. A little later, Chinese businessmen went even further, presenting to the world a wonderful invention - transparent rubber boots. They were intended for wet weather, because even in the rain a woman wants to look stylish. New shoes have spread rapidly.
We can safely say that the novelty stirred up the world of fashion. Of course, this cannot be called a revolution comparable to the appearance of the first women's trousers or a bikini swimsuit, but, no doubt, the transparent shoes of many made us take a new look at the topic of rubber boots. Indeed, for quite some time, shoes for rainy weather were perceived solely as an inevitable evil. Of course, many manufacturers tried to give it an aesthetic appearance, and the world has already seen the stylish classics of the Chanel, the unsinkable conciseness of the Hunter, and the mischievous recklessness of the Crox. But in all cases, it was exclusively about different interpretations of the same materials, colors, shapes. Therefore, even against the backdrop of such magnificence, transparent shoes looked really new, interesting, impressive.
Rain season
A huge niche today is occupied by just such transparent shoes - designed for bad weather. It is produced not only at budgetary manufacturing enterprises in Asia. Often the best brands in the world embody the idea. For example, the following illustration shows a pair of shoes from Sofia Webster, a famous shoe designer.
Of course, such shoes cost a lot (about ÂŖ 380, which is about 32,000 rubles). While the products of the Chinese factory will cost only $ 10-30 (625-1800 rubles.).
It all depends on socks
Stylists recommend wearing transparent shoes with matching socks. They will set the color of the shoes. In this context, the idea looks even more attractive. Having bought one pair, you will get the opportunity to modify it as you like. Transparent shoes with laces look especially impressive, which you can also change, choose the most suitable for the look.
When the weather is not important
Not all transparent shoes are intended exclusively for walking through puddles. Transparent shoes can play a decorative role. The market has a lot of nice shoes that look very impressive. At the same time, not only the surface of the boot, but also the heel can be transparent.
It looks unusual, creates the effect of lightness and soaring above the surface of the earth. In some cases, these shoes are decorated with rhinestones, glass pebbles, crystals. Perhaps, on no other material do they look as organic as on transparent silicone. No less common is the opposite design technique - a combination of transparent and opaque textures.
Advantages and disadvantages of transparent shoes
If you select shoes for autumn walks and you are attracted by the idea to change its color if you wish, be sure to pay attention to transparent rubber boots with laces. Pay attention to the tongue and scallops for the lace - not all such shoes are tight. But if you want, you can find your own pair, which will not leak.
Many fans of transparent shoes are afraid to buy them, fearing that their legs will be sung and sweated. However, the owners are convinced that wearing transparent boots has no special features, they are comparable in comfort to ordinary rubber boots.
The disadvantages include demanding care. Dirt, dust, and even splashes of water on a transparent surface are very visible. If you are afraid to pass for a slut, you will always have to carefully take care of cleaning. However, this does not present difficulties - a smooth surface is well washed.
The main advantage of such shoes can be considered its unusualness. Despite the fact that the idea is not so new, it is impossible to call such an accessory too widespread, let alone boring. Beautiful transparent shoes with matching socks will not leave you unattended.