Shearling Boots by Maison Martin Margiela

On days off, those who during the week are subject to wearing high heels often want to slip into something as comfortable as sneakers, without worrying about taking a fashion step backwards. However, comfort does not necessarily require with rubber soles and a streetwear look.

It is an undeniable fact: as stylish and cozy as the latest arrivals in the world of sporty footwear may be, they still remain more adapted to teenagers than to 30-somethings. However, as it is out of the question to spend our weekends shod in 14 cm (5.5 inch) heeled boots and other, more fashionable than cozy, footwear, and while we might want to avoid sneakers, we would like to find a substitute as comfortable and practical.

There are several possibilities from Minnetonkas, Doc Martens or Repetto, but it would be a pity for the confirmed fashionista to pass up a pair of boots from the workshops of Maison Martin Margiela, so much do they combine roots with pragmatism and trendiness. Lined in shearling and with an Australian feel, these boot possess everything necessary to make casual, no-Louboutin looks become effortless yet with a good dose of style.

The only risk with this kind of boot is that you might become too used to their unequaled comfort, to the point that they become a daily part of your shoe routine. In that case, the stiletto addicts risk losing a bit of their precious sex appeal, but those year-round consumers of Converses and Nike Dunks have everything to gain by swapping for these boots that seem to have been created for the likes of Freja Beha.

The high-end prices practiced by the label may keep some at bay, but they can opt for the model proposed by Ugg, which although lacking in the charm of the MMM version, do sport a slightly more accessible price tag.

Shearling Boots, Maison Martin Margiela, 575 euros at Net-a-Porter :
http://www.net-a-porter.com/78828