What are the high platform boots called? Shoe dictionary: loafers, oxfords and other monks. First of all, it is divided into

Ekaterina Malyarova

Shoes are the alpha and omega of style, it is not for nothing that the French say that a woman is made by the head and legs, and experts advise: if you want to show style, start with shoes and outerwear.

It's easy to check: put on a little black dress, which, according to legend, is in the wardrobe of every woman, with classic black pumps, and you will get an image in a style range from business to casual, but it is worth replacing the shoes with rough, worn boots, and here we already have an almost ready-made outfit in the style of grunge, glam rock or boho. Nuances in the form of accessories and outerwear will complete the outfit in the tone set by the shoes!

Shoes create style, so today about women's shoes, their types, models, historical nuances of origin and much more.

Queen of women's shoes - pumps (English pumps)

Pumps with medium heels.

Classic black or beige pumps with medium heels are the most common type of shoes recommended by stylists.

These shoes do not have fasteners and stay on the foot only due to the fit. A distinctive feature is a deep neckline and the presence of a heel.

Pumps, like many other types of popular women's shoes, originated from men's shoes, common in 15th century Europe among servants. These were simple shoes without heels, more often with a rounded toe. Over time, women drew attention to nondescript, flat shoes, and now the pumps acquired a heel, they began to be decorated with buckles, ribbons and other fashionable details. It is difficult for modern fans of pumps to imagine how it was possible to do without such stilettos, which are familiar today. However, the French fashion designer Roger Vivier created shoes with a pointed toe and a thin heel 7-8 cm high only in 1955. The most popular women's shoes are not even 60 years old!

Pumps actual in the summer of 2014.

But pumps owe world fame to designer Salvatore Ferragamo, who raised women above the mortal world by putting pumps on a 10 cm heel! It is unlikely that anyone will be surprised to learn that the designer created a similar model for the sex diva of the late 50s, Marilyn Monroe, who starred in the film Only Girls in Jazz, where Ferragamo pumps played no less significant role than the actress herself .

Since the creation of pumps, pumps have undergone many metamorphoses: the heel became higher or lower, the toe was stretched and pointed or vice versa, rounded off, shoes were placed on the platform and different materials were used for manufacturing from traditional leather to textiles and even fur, but one thing remained unchanged : pumps have been and remain the most popular and sought-after women's shoes.


Contrary to the assertion that classic pumps go with any outfit, this is not true. Much depends on the model, the height of the heel, the material from which the shoes are made, and much more. So, for example, a variety of pumps with an open heel (eng. pump slingback) fit perfectly into ultra-feminine ensembles, which are based on dresses in the “new look” style, as well as in a relaxed business style of the summer season, where classic trousers and straight skirts. At the same time, pump slingback looks very dubious in combination with skinny jeans and short skirts.

pump slingback

Fully closed pumps are also not the answer to all stylistic questions, if you don’t guess with the model, and instead of the image of a self-confident woman, you get a “blue stocking” suit, and the point is literally in an insignificant, at first glance, detail: the cutout of the shoes! The deeper the neckline and the more exposed toes, the higher the degree of sexuality of the image, and vice versa: the higher and more rounded the neckline, the more likely it is to create the “gray mouse” image.

In addition to closed boats and shoes with an open heel, there are also models: pump peep-toe.

pump peep-toe pumps

And boats carved on the sides (English pump D'Orsay).

Pump D'Orsay pumps.

Ballet flats: from the dance class to the streets

Ballet flats (English ballerina flats) - a type of shoes without heels or with very low (no more than 0.5 cm) wide heels with a deep neckline. Traditionally, they have a rounded nose.

The history of ballet shoes is no less interesting: today, studying the culture of the 16th-17th centuries, it is not entirely clear how it was possible to spend such a huge amount of time dressing, combing and other rituals, however, if you remember that noble people had little entertainment, and occupy their time was necessary for something, it becomes clear where the “legs” of magnificent balls “grow from”
and midnight dinners. The modern art of ballet originates from idle idleness. The first dancers did not stand on pointe at all and did not perform complex “pas” or jumps. Ordinary shoes were considered dance shoes (if royal and court shoes can be called ordinary), and everyday clothes acted as costumes.

Ballet shoes from the time of Louis IV

Over time, ballet developed from court dances into a complex stage art that required special shoes and costumes. This is how pointe shoes appeared, light ballet shoes made of satin with a thickened toe.

Ballet pointe shoes, modern version.

At the end of the 19th century, a certain Salvatore Capezzio, a professional dance shoe maker, creates flat shoes, very similar to pointe shoes. Perhaps someone had previously made similar shoes, but Capezcio remained the author of ballet shoes in history. Ballet flats did not immediately conquer the world, as did pumps, they were popularized by Salvatore Ferragamo, who made a pair of ballet flats for the intellectual beauty of the late 50s, Audrey Hepburn.

Audrey Hepburn in Salvatore Ferragamo ballet flats.

Today, ballet flats are shoes that are chosen by both students, and office workers, and famous people, as comfortable and versatile shoes for all occasions. However, versatility can be a problem when pairing ballet flats with a classic pencil skirt. A pencil skirt is one of the few details of a woman's wardrobe that requires a very careful selection of shoes. So classic ballet flats with a rounded nose in a duet with a pencil skirt or a fitted dress create a rustic image of either an overgrown girl in her mother's skirt, or a woman who has forgotten how old she is, but it is worth replacing the ballet flats with the same shoes without a heel, but with a sharp nose, and the picture will immediately change!

Dita Von Teese in soft ballerinas.

Pencil skirt in a duet with shoes with a pointed toe.

Mary Jane shoes: we all come from childhood

Models of Mary Janes shoes.

Initially, children's shoes (eng. Mary Janes), a characteristic feature of which is a strap on the instep.

This model of shoes became popular in the early 20th century, thanks to the American comic strip "Buster Brown", published in the New York Herald newspaper. The protagonist's sister, Mary Jane, was depicted wearing webbed flat shoes.

Drawing from the comic "Buster Brown".

Soon the comic book became so popular that all American girls wanted to try on shoes named after the comic book character, Mary Jane.

The new fashion did not pass by adult “girls”, however, this model of women's shoes gained real popularity in the early 60s, when fashion innovator Mary Quant dressed her muse Twiggy in a short, A-line skirt and Mary Jane shoes.

Model Twiggy in Mary Jane shoes.

Today, Mary Jane is experiencing another rise in popularity. Miuccia Prada, Alexander Wang and many other famous designers love to use this shoe model in their collections.

Prada shoes from the spring-summer 2014 collection.

Alexander Wang shoes from the spring-summer 2014 collection.

No matter how fashionable horizons beckon, first of all, you should look at the quality side and be guided not by the message “fashionable or not fashionable”, but by the idea that the chosen thing decorates the figure. Cute Mary Jane shoes can visually shorten the legs due to the strap on the instep. However, if you really want to wear such shoes, you can choose the color of tights to match the shoes or choose a beige model that is as close as possible to skin color. In the modern world, with its huge number of offers, it's only a matter of choice.

Shoes are an integral part of women's attire. And on what it will depend on the direction and completeness of the stylish look. And it is unlikely that many representatives of the weaker sex think about the fact that there are a huge number of varieties of this thing. But your outfit will depend on the right choice and its harmonious combination with other details of the wardrobe. Let's look at the available options for women's shoes and their characteristics.

There are many variations of women's shoes. We have tried to highlight the characteristic features of each species. This category of women's shoes includes those types that cover the foot and leave the ankle open. At the same time, different options in combination with the same outfit create outfits that are different in their application. Roughly all shoes can be divided into two categories: with and without heels.

Heels

These shoes allow women to visually appear taller and slimmer. A woman in heels looks more elegant and feminine.

boats

These shoes are classic women's shoes. A distinctive feature is the absence of straps and fasteners, as well as a low neckline and a pointed toe. They could be called a universal option, but they are not suitable for sports style. Boats (especially classic black ones) are ideally combined with dresses of a romantic style.

de orsay

This model is a kind of boats and has a characteristic cutout in the central part. It belongs to the summer types of shoes and perfectly complements frivolous sundresses or more strict business suits.

stilettos

This variation is very similar to classic boats. It is characterized by a thin low heel and a rounded toe. Often, stilettos serve as basic shoes for the formation of a business style. They go well with strict skirts and trousers.

Scarpin

Another kind of boats, but unlike them, it combines a narrow heel (about 7-8 cm) and a thick sole. Scarpins emphasize the beauty and slenderness of women's legs. They pair well with skinny pants and a pencil skirt.

Horn

This option is characterized by a thick heel shaped like an ice cream cone. Very stable and well suited for office workers, because they are comfortable for long-term wear and go well with business attire.

A drop

On this model there is a cutout that opens the big toe. This option mostly refers to shoes used in the summer.

sling back

Another type of summer shoe. It features a closed toe and a fully open heel. This variation is a versatile women's shoe for the warm season. It goes well with both casual wear and formal wear.

Uncle strap

A sample of this shoe combines shoes and sandals. An almost completely open toe and closed heel are the hallmarks of the uncle strap. This option is the perfect complement to an evening dress.

mini heel

If you're looking for comfort above all else, then this design is for you. A low heel, 3-5 centimeters high, can be of various shapes: a glass, a square version. This look goes well with cropped trousers or breeches.

Chunky

A thick sole and a square massive heel look quite attractive on a female leg, despite the external bulkiness. This item is the perfect addition to a casual outfit.

On the platform

This variation is suitable for those women who are not satisfied with traditional heels. The stable high sole provides load reduction and stability.

On a wedge

The tankette is one of the varieties of the platform. Unlike the first option, which is divided into a sole at the toe and a heel, this option is a solid massive sole thickening in the heel area.

Delenki

Characteristic features of this species are a closed toe and heel. This versatile model is well combined with any style decision in clothing.

On T-strap

As the name implies, the main distinguishing feature is the T-shaped strap located on the toe towards the ankle. This design visually lengthens the leg. It will look great with a dress or skirt.

Without heel

Heeled shoes are certainly beautiful, but not particularly practical for women who spend a lot of time on their feet. In this case, shoes without a heel will be the best way out.

Oxfords

These shoes with thin soles, pointed toes and lacing go well with classic and business attire.

mary jane

The closed model on the strap is often associated with children's shoes. But nevertheless, it serves as an excellent addition to create a romantic image.

Monkey

Classic closed shoes without lacing. Zippers are allowed. They are suitable for both office style and everyday wear.

Ballet shoes

The most favorite footwear of modern youth in appearance resembles pumps without heels. Fits perfectly in any image and suits various styles.

loafers

This variation is distinguished by a rigid sole, a decorative seam on the surface and decoration in the form of embroidery, fringe. Ideal for sporty style or as an addition to trousers.

Moccasins

They are similar in appearance to loafers, but are made of soft material: suede or knitwear. Harmoniously complement trousers, shorts or light dresses of a “flying” silhouette.

Topsiders

This type has common features with moccasins and loafers. It differs from them with a rubber sole and a lace pulled along the top.

Sleepers

These closed, lightweight shoes with a solid sole and no buckles go well with any outfit. They are great for long walks.

Winklepickers

A type of shoe that has a narrow and elongated toe. Often the noses of such models are decorated with metal inserts.

There are a lot of types of women's shoes. And to choose the ideal option in this abundance, a woman must learn on her own. After all, only she knows in what shoes she feels like a stylish beauty.

Loafers (from English loafer means "loafer") - this is a model of shoes without fasteners and laces. Loafers are similar in shape to moccasins, but differ in the presence of a stable sole with a small heel. The classic model of loafers has small (usually two) tassels, which, in fact, do not have any function, but are a rather important element of the classic model.

According to all existing legends, loafers were invented by the Norwegian shoemaker Nils Gregorijusson Tveranger in the 20th century. He spent his youth in America learning the art of shoe making. Nils returned to Norway when he was 20 years old, at the same time he created an author's model of shoes, which he called "Aurland moccasins" (a little later - "Aurland shoes") in honor of the Norwegian city of Aurlans, where he spent his childhood. The shoes were liked by the local population and quickly became popular. Exports went to Europe, where American tourists noticed a convenient model. So the fame of the "Norwegian moccasins" spread throughout the world. Based on this model, already in America, the Spaulding family of shoemakers began to create the same shoes, renaming them “loafers”.

Unpretentious shoes reached their peak of popularity in the 1980s, when Guccio Gucci himself confessed his love to loafers (he added the famous metal buckle to them). After that, loafers became a real "elite" attribute - everyone on Wall Street wore them almost as an element of uniform.

Oxfords

Oxfords (originally called "Balmorals" - were named after the royal castle of Balmoral in Scotland) are boots with a low rise, closed lacing and a flat non-rubber sole.

In the 19th century, these shoes were incredibly popular among students at Oxford University. It was this "student" popularity that led Balmorals to change their name. At first, Oxfords were "high shoes" without laces, but students here also contributed by making the shoes shorter and adding lacing (so that the shoes do not fall off the foot). Most often, oxfords are sewn without perforation and are presented in classic brown and black tones.

What is closed lacing? This is a certain type of lacing, where the vamp (front of the shoe, leather patch on the toe) is sewn over the ankles (directly the surface of the boot) - as opposed to the derby. That is, two sides (breasts), pulled together with a lace, are sewn under the front of the boot (union) and closed over the tongue sewn from below, under the lacing. The side parts, the so-called berets, are attached to the front of the shoe in the form of the letter "V".

Derby

Derby - shoes with open lacing, in which berets are sewn over the vamp. Simply put, the sides are sewn over the front of the shoe, so when the laces are untied, the sidewalls open freely. Most often they come with perforation.

brogues

Brogues are perforated shoes. They can be either open or closed. A characteristic feature is the detachable V-shaped toe.

In the 17th century, armoring (punching holes in the skin) was used by Irish farmers, who often worked in marshy areas. Perforated holes in the brogues made it possible to quickly remove water from the boots and contributed to the rapid ventilation of the foot. Over time, brogues began to be worn by people from different walks of life, including the elite. A little later, in the 20th century, this shoe model gained unprecedented popularity among men, when Prince Edward of Wales began to appear only in brogues. By the way, it was at his request that these shoes had a detachable toe (in the shape of the letter W), along the seam of which perforations were located - an element that made brogues popular.

Chelsea

Chelsea boots are ankle-high leather boots with a thin sole and a slightly pointed and slightly rounded toe. A distinctive feature of this type of shoe is the rubber inserts on the sides along the entire height of the boot. History is silent and does not reveal the secret of who created this shoe model, however, the hypothesis hints at the direct connection of these shoes with one of the London districts - Chelsea. It is known that shoes were at the peak of popularity in the 1960s and 70s.

If instead of rubber inserts there is a zipper (from the side, more often from two sides), then the boots are called beatle. The name, no matter how hard to notice, is consonant with the popular group The Beatles, whose members wore these shoes almost without taking them off. An interesting fact: many believe that the love of Chelsea is the only thing that united the Beatles with their bitter rivals The Rolling Stones.

Monkey

Monks - "monk" shoes. This model is characterized by a smooth surface and a leather upper overlap with a buckle. Most often, monks are sewn without zippers and lacing. The design rests, roughly speaking, on buckles fastened with an overlap over the berets. Thanks to this clasp, the monks are quite practical.

The word monk is translated as "monk". According to legend, it was the representatives of the clergy who were the first to wear these super-comfortable shoes. It was, however, in the distant XII century, and shoes were made from textiles, not leather. Since the monks did not want and did not like to spend a lot of time fastening their shoes, this special quick-to-use model was created especially for them. The classic look of monks on one strap is quite popular even now. Brown is considered the most popular color, but monks in black or dark blue shades are often present in fashion.

Ballet shoes

Ballet flats are our favorite classic flats or with a small, stable heel and closed toe. Ballet shoes got their name for their resemblance to professional ballet shoes, that is, directly for their resemblance to pointe shoes.

Back in the 16th century, there were shoes of this kind, which were worn by both representatives of male and female noble origin. In the 17th-18th centuries, such shoes acquired a small heel, but at the same time they still remained incredibly stable and comfortable for everyday wear. And finally, in the 19th century, the shoemaker Salvatore Capezio created the famous "ballet flats". Following historical facts, Salvatore has been producing shoes for ballerinas since 1887 and suddenly thought of the idea of ​​creating shoes for ordinary women - everyday comfort models that will allow a woman to feel free and comfortable.

Ballet flats gained worldwide popularity after they appeared on the cover of American Vogue magazine in 1949.

"Mary Jane"

"Mary Jane" - a model of flat shoes with a strap at the instep and a rounded toe. Typically, this model has a maximum heel of 7 cm, but nowadays you can find shoes with a rise of 10 cm. Although, in fact, the only condition for the heel of the Mary Jane model is to be stable. After all, back in the 1930s, shoes were created for crazy dancing, and not for calm walking through the streets. Naturally, shoes for such a "dance" activity should not fly off the foot, which is why such a stable, not wobbly heel was invented.

A little later, the era of stilettos and frilly heels reigned in the fashion world, and already in the 1960s, comfortable and elegant Mary Janes were again at the peak of popularity. It was a prototype of the kind of children's shoes that every girl of that time wanted - and no wonder, because Twiggy herself was involved in the promotion of these shoes. Even later, in the 90s, Courtney Love began to wear them, which again gave the shoes another wave of popularity.

By the way, the shoes owe their name to the heroine of the English comic "Buster Brown" - the girl Mary Jane, who wore just such shoes.

Slipons

Slip-ons are lightweight sneakers without lacing, consisting of a canvas upper and a rubber sole. The history of slipons dates back to 1977, when shoemaker Paul Van Doren, the founder of Vans, presented his new creation to the public. Slip-ons immediately began to be in demand among surfers and skaters, and after the release of the film Fast Times at Ridgemont High in 1982, in which the main character surfer (by the way, Sean Penn) wore only slip-ons in the frame, they found much wider popularity.

Now slip-ons have conquered not only the world of sports and everyday shopping, but also the designer world of high fashion. Valentino, Saint Laurent, Alexander Wang, etc. often play with slip-ons in their collections. The simple design, breathable soles, the absence of any laces and zippers, as well as the rather low price, made the “surfer shoes” a real fashion hit.

Photo: Getty Images, press archive

You know how chukka boots are different from desert boots, and oxfords are different from derbies? We'll figure out!

The fact is that there is no single classification of women's shoes. Therefore, let's look at the most popular types of shoes: according to the degree of closeness, seasonality and purpose.

According to seasonality, shoes are distinguished:

• winter;
• spring and autumn;
• summer.

According to the degree of closeness, they distinguish:

• boots;
• boots;
• low shoes;
• shoes;
• sandals.

By appointment, shoes are:

• household;
• sports;
• medical;
• special.

In this article, you will get acquainted with the varieties of household shoes for all seasons.

The heroines of the series "Sex and the City" know everything about beautiful shoes

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Closed shoes with a high top.

- How do you like the boots?
- Very defiant, I would not take such.
- So, good boots, you have to take them.

K / f "Office Romance"

Verochka's secretary has an eye for good boots

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Treads

These are boots with tops to the middle of the knee and above.

They are familiar to everyone from the film "Pretty Woman", but have not been associated with vulgarity for a long time. Now over the knee boots are worn in casual style with leggings, skinny jeans and trousers, shorts, miniskirts, tunics. Even for a cocktail dress, you can pick up over the knee boots that will look appropriate.

Treads look great with a parka. Other models that are combined with this demi-season clothing are described in the article.

The legendary boots that drove the hero Richard Gere crazy

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Knee high boots

This is the most common and versatile type of winter and demi-season shoes. There are a huge number of models of such boots, they differ in the shape of the toe, the height and type of the heel, the material, the absence or presence of decorative details. Knee-length boots are suitable for any outfit.

Cowboy boots

The type of boots worn in everyday life is called roper. They have a characteristic heel, a rounded or square toe and decorative elements, most often a fringe.

Previously, cowboy boots were worn only with jeans and shirts. Now they can make a decent ensemble with shorts and leggings. Incompatible, as it might seem before, a couple - airy dresses and rough boots- looks surprisingly feminine. Do not be afraid to experiment with dresses and skirts of different lengths: lace, chiffon, knitted.

Rubber boots

They recently reappeared in the wardrobe of fashionistas. Even at the beginning of the 2000s, girls came home with cold and wet feet, but they couldn’t even imagine that they could go outside, or you were out of your mind! go to work in rubber boots.

But fashion designers from all over the world noticed their omission: after all, rubber is a blank canvas for design creativity.

If you don't want to stand out, choose rubber boots that mimic ordinary ones. And boots in bright colors or with a print are suitable for those who want to misbehave.

WITH wellingtons(the second name of this shoe) you can wear tights and a dress, leggings, jeans. Do not be afraid, with modern models you will look very feminine.

And these are rubber boots for a wedding! Great idea for the rainy season.

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Chukka

Such a funny name for simple demi-season lace-up boots with a round toe. Usually they are made with a rubber or rubber sole, it can be flat or have a low wide heel. The upper is made from suede or leather. Chukka boots look good with both jeans and skirts.

Deserts

Ankle-high suede casual boots with rubber soles. This is a subspecies of Chukka boots.

The classic version of deserts has sand color and a pair of holes for laces on each side. Now these shoes are available in different colors. Deserts usually do not have a heel, but wedge models have recently appeared.

Chukka looks stylish with cropped versions of trousers or jeans. Skirts to the knee or maxi in boho style will also make a worthy company for deserts.

Chelsea

These are boots with rubber inserts and a smooth back surface. The heel and toe can be of various shapes. The classic Chelsea variant is recognized by two oval inserts, but in modern models they may be of a different shape. They also began to produce Chelsea with only one insert - from the outside.

Ankle boots

This is the name of feminine boots slightly above the ankle with high heels, platform or wedges. Often there is a variant on a corrugated sole. Now it will not be difficult for you to find ankle boots for different seasons.

If you wear these stylish boots, try to choose clothes and accessories of a slightly restrained nature, otherwise the look may turn out to be vulgar.

Ankle boots go well with skinny jeans, as well as with skirts and dresses of various styles and lengths.

low shoes

This is a closed type of ankle-high shoe.

Oxfords

A masculine type of shoe that has migrated to the women's wardrobe. We are not greedy, just practical.

The main difference between these boots is closed lacing(side parts are connected and sewn under the front part - vamp). Oxfords come with or without a heel, and among women's options there are such low shoes without lacing.

Derby

Classic low shoes; they look like oxfords, but with open lacing. This means that the side pieces (breasts) diverge in different directions if the laces are not tied.

brogues

Oxfords or derby with holes. Brogues often have a cut-off toe and/or heel. The number and location of the perforation varies for individual models. If you have seen drawings from holes, then know what they are called. medallions.

Holes will not add seriousness and formality to your image, so brogues are not suitable for a strict dress code.

Moccasins

These are low shoes with a soft sole without fasteners with a stitched square toe. Their slogan is: "Comfort above all!". Wear them with all your casual wardrobe, but never with office or evening wear.

Taboo: moccasins and sportswear.

Loafers

Low shoes without lacing, resembling moccasins, but with a small heel and a stiffer sole. Many loafers have tassels or fringes. Girls wear them as casual shoes, as well as to the office.

You can combine loafers with almost any clothing: jeans, trousers of different lengths, skirts and dresses.

Monkey

These are low shoes with a smooth surface, fastened with a strap with a buckle. There can be two or three straps. Monks also "came" from the men's wardrobe, or did someone take them without asking? Therefore, in order not to create a "male image", wear feminine clothes with them: skinny jeans, trousers that emphasize the figure, a pencil skirt.

In this section, we will combine sandals and shoes, since the subspecies of both differ in the heel and the location of the straps.

Shoes, in comparison with low shoes, have a less closed back. Sandals are open summer shoes.

Varieties of heels

High: conical, hairpin, column.

Tapered heel

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hairpins

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Heel-column

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Medium: glass, cowboy.

Graceful Audrey Hepburn in heels "glass"

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cowboy heel

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Low: brick.

Brick heel

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Also, shoes and sandals can be on a platform or wedge.

Platform- thickened sole of one width.

wedge heel- a thickened sole that expands towards the heel, acting as a heel. Looks more feminine.

Types of shoes and strappy sandals

The following types of shoes and sandals differ in the location of the straps.

Shoes Mary Jane round toe and strappy insteps have always been popular with girls, but men call them one of the most unattractive models.

The shoes got their name from the name of the comic book character and continue to be associated with childhood and naivety. Now they are made both on the heel and on the platform. The strap remains unchanged. Mary Janes are usually worn with trousers, a pencil skirt, dresses of various styles.

Delenka- T-strap shoes.

Ankle strap- with a strap around the ankle.

Pumps

These are versatile shoes with a deep cut. These shoes are easy to put on as they have no buckles or straps. Heel height and type varies from model to model.

Every woman should have at least one pair of pumps. Nude pumps are even included in.

They are suitable for everyday, business and evening bow; demonstrate the beauty of the legs and make any image unusually feminine.

Mules

This is a kind of high-heeled sandals without a back. The shape and thickness of the heel does not matter. Models can have a toe of various shapes, as well as an open toe. Mules are made from different materials, often with decorative elements. The elegance of mules makes them a great addition to evening dresses, but girls are happy to wear them with casual style.

gladiator boots. They usually have a flat sole, but there are also new varieties with heels.

Clothing in a minimal style suits gladiators well. And military and safari styles are too bright for these shoes.

Ballet shoes

These are flat shoes with a round toe. Usually without a heel, but now there are ballet flats with a small heel. Ballet shoes without decor and in traditional colors will suit the office look.

flip flops

Slates on rubber soles with a pair of straps. From a beach option, they turned into everyday shoes. You can wear them with shorts, summer jumpsuits, light dresses.

Try to choose flip flops with not very soft soles, so your legs will feel more comfortable.

Understanding the types of shoes, you will quickly find the right model in online and offline stores. But most importantly, you will diversify your assortment of shoes, which will help you create more interesting looks.

And you can also have fun: guessing the names of shoes or boots on passers-by or in shop windows.

Footwear has several thousand items. The classification of footwear provides for its division according to various criteria: purpose, type, gender and age, methods of attaching the top to the bottom of the shoe, the materials used, etc.

According to their purpose, footwear is divided into groups: household, sports, industrial, special, military, orthopedic and preventive. And entire scientific organizations are working on the creation of shoes for some groups (for example, sports shoes).

Household shoes are divided by purpose into everyday, model, home, road, beach, national, all-season.

Casual shoes, in turn, are for summer, winter and spring-autumn periods of wear.

Shoe models - photo: 1 - boots, 2 - shoes, 3 - moccasins, 4 - pantolets, 5 - boots, 6 - half boots.

Main types of shoes according to the degree of closeness are:

Boots- closed-type shoes with high tops that cover the shin, and sometimes the thigh.

boots another name for boots, used to characterize women's shoes, more complex in style and having various devices for fastening on the leg - zippers, lacing, etc.

Half boots And half boots have tops that cover the lower leg half.

Boots- shoes, the blank of the top of which closes the ankles to the beginning of the lower leg.

low shoes- shoes with a top that covers the back of the foot to the ankles.

Shoes- the most popular type of footwear, which has a huge number of design solutions; shoes only partially cover the back of the foot, not reaching the ankles.

Sandals- shoes with strap tops: these are summer shoes that have historical roots, as they were common in ancient Greece and Rome.

Pantolets- a kind of open-type shoes, which has only a vamp that covers the front of the foot from the details of the top.

Moccasins- a kind of low shoes, the preparation of the top of which is a constructive unity with the main insole. A characteristic feature of moccasins is also the presence of an oval insert.

A variety of shoe models is achieved through different designs of upper blanks and the shape of the toe, heel and sole. Shoe models can have cut-off parts, cutouts that open separate parts of the foot, overlay decorative elements, various ways of fastening on the leg, which achieves a variety of assortment. When determining the design of the shoe upper blank, it is important to know the critical details of the blank:

Ankle boots - details that cover the foot from the sides;
vamp - a detail that covers the toe and instep of the foot.

Shoe styles - photo: 7 - over the knee boots, 8 - ugg boots, 9 - Oxford type ankle boots, 10 - oxford shoes, 11 - derby low shoes, 12 - loafers, 13 - pumps, 14 - open toe pumps.

Types of shoes: photo and characteristics

Most Popular types of shoes by design features:

• knee high boots- high boots that cover not only the shin, but also part of the thigh, may have lacing, usually false;
• ugg boots- soft boots made of genuine leather with a flat sole;
• ankle boots- shoes covering 1/3 of the lower leg: shorter than ankle boots, but higher than boots;
• oxfords- low shoes with adjustable vamps and lacing on the instep, in the female version, shoes are possible - more open models;
• Derby- low shoes with berets, stitched on the vamp;
• loafer- low shoes with a vamp with a tongue that goes high on the instep of the foot and an elastic band on the instep;
• low shoes with side elastic bands;
• gladiators- a hybrid model with a fantasy solution for harvesting the top from belts and individual parts, in height it can correspond to boots, boots and low shoes;
• pumps- a model that does not have devices for fixing on the foot and is held only by a snug fit of the upper edge;
• pumps with an open toe;
• open heel pumps- do not have devices for fixing on the leg;
• open heel shoes- have an elastic band in the heel area or a belt with a buckle;
• lace up shoes- fixed on the foot with one or more straps;
• delenka- shoes with a closed heel, an open variable section of the foot and a lifting strap or bracelet;
• sandals- shoes with open toe, heel and variable parts, held on the foot with the help of lifting straps and bracelets;
• ballet shoes- the general name for shoes of various designs with an ultra-flat sole with a 5 mm heel.

Shoe models in the photo: 15 - pumps with an open toe, 16 - shoes with a lace-up strap, 17 - delenka, 18 - sandals, 19 - ballet flats, 20 - shoes with a T-strap, 21 - sandals, 22 - clogs ( clogs, clogs).

• Deserts- Ankle-length suede boots with a pair of eyelets for lacing, with a flat rubber sole. A subspecies of Chukka boots.
• Chukka boots- boots similar to deserts, a little higher and already at the ankles, with leather soles, and can be not only suede, but also leather. They have more lace holes than deserts. Originally intended for playing polo.
• Monkey- men's shoes with buckles instead of lacing.
• Brogues (brogues)- classic shoes with a certain perforation (shoes with holes). Women's brogues, which can be worn with heels, also originated from men's brogues.
• Top siders (boat shoes)- shoes for sea recreation, with a white sole made of a material intended for walking on a wet deck. Similar to moccasins, but firmer. The laces are threaded into 4 holes and then go along the upper edge of the shoes.
• Guarachi- Mexican sandals with many straps, on a flat thin sole.
• Espadrilles- summer shoes made of textiles with a rope sole, can be of different types and with different heel heights, or without it.

Shoe models - photo: 23 - deserts, 24 - monks, 25 - brogues, 26 - chukka boots, 27 - boat shoes, 28 - guaracha sandals, 29 - gladiators, 30 - espadrilles.

• Tankettes (coturns, platforms)- shoes with high soles, merging with high heels, presented in the form of a wedge. Stable but massive.
• Mary Jane shoes- women's shoes with a round toe and a strap through the instep. Initially, they were flat-soled, now they can have heels of different heights and shapes.
• Flip flops- summer shoes without a back, with an open toe.
• Mules- light shoes without a heel, but with a closed toe.

Shoe classification - photo: 31 - wedges (coturns, platforms), 32, 33, 34 - Mary Jane shoes without heels and with heels of different heights, 35 - slippers, 36 - mules.

• Flip flops (thong sandals)- Sandals with a flat sole, attached to the foot with a membrane between the toes.
• Geta- Japanese flip flops on a wooden rectangular sole with legs (the sole looks like a bench). Similar to zori sandals.
• Klomps (klomps)- wooden shoes, traditional shoes of the Netherlands. Now they wear mostly modern clogs - rubber or leather.
• Crocs- comfortable summer shoes with large holes, round toe, no backs, with a folding buckle on the heel. Made from rubber mixed with plastic.
• Slip-ons (slippers with a heel)- soft slip-on shoes with a loafer-type toe, thin soles)
• Majori- Indian elegant shoes in oriental style, with a pointed toe, richly decorated.
• Oriental slippers- shoes like mules, but with a pointed toe, a curved top. Made of fabric (silk, brocade), with a luxurious oriental decor. Without a heel, or on a low narrow wedge.

Varieties of shoes - photo: 37 - flip flops, 38 - Japanese geta, 39 - klomps (klompen), 40 - crocs, 41 - major shoes, 42 - oriental slippers.

• sneakers- sports shoes made of fabric, with lacing, on a flat rubber sole.
• Sneakers- sports shoes made of leather or suede, on a flexible thick corrugated sole, with laces or Velcro. High top sneakers are high tops.
• Sneakers- a subspecies of sneakers, but not for sports, but for everyday wear. They are lighter and have a flat sole rather than a corrugated one, as well as more creative, bright colors. In America, sneakers are called sneakers.
• Spike- sports shoes with studded soles.

Shoe models - photo: 43 - sneakers, 44 - sneakers, 45 - sneakers, 46 - spikes.

• Felt boots- boots made of felt, without a flat sole.
• Burki- felt boots, but more modern and with soles.
• Fur boots (pima)- fur boots, or boots with fur outside. Often made from deer skins.
• jockey boots- high boots, originally designed for riding. Flat, with lace up strap, brown or black.
• Army boots or boots (military, berets)- high military boots with long lacing and heavy thick corrugated soles, with stitching.
• boots Marters- boots of the army type, but with a lightweight flat sole and brighter colors.
• Tabi (ninja shoes)- Japanese shoes with a split toe (for the big toe - separately). Sewn from a soft dense fabric, the sole is rubber.
• Dutik boots (puffers, moon rover boots, après, after skiing)- boots with thick soles and thick tops, made of waterproof fabric with synthetic winterizer or foam padding. look puffy. They were trendy in the 80s.
• Cowboy boots (Cossacks, western boots)- leather boots with a narrow toe, beveled heels and a wide shaft. Originally intended for riding. Often beautifully decorated with patterns. Cossacks- boots or boots with a sharper toe, decorated with chains, buckles, patterns.
• ichigi- boots of Asians and Caucasians, with a narrow nose and rich oriental decor.

Shoe models - photo: 47 - cloaks, 48 ​​- high fur boots (pima, fur boots), 49 - jockey boots, 50 - army boots, 51 - dr. Marters, 52 - tabi, 53 - dutik boots (apres), 54 - cowboy boots (Cossacks), 55 - ichigi boots.

For the manufacture of shoes, natural and synthetic leathers, fabrics and non-woven materials, fur, even lace are used. Depending on the method of manufacturing and finishing, natural leathers are distinguished with a smooth, embossed or varnished front surface, as well as with a pile - velor and suede. Genuine leathers are used mainly for the manufacture of model shoes: more expensive due to the complex cut, careful finishing and materials used.

Models of shoes are very diverse, which allows every woman to find the right option to create her own unique style!

Irina Shestakova, Yanina En for