TREND TO TRY: CHELSEA BOOTS
The Chelsea boot is an extremely versatile silhouette that works just as well with jeans as it does with a suit. They are guaranteed to slot seamlessly into your existing wardrobe and will bring a new dimension to any of your current go-to ensembles. If you’re a fan of something dark and edgy, try pairing your boots with the rock star’s go-to uniform: black slim/skinny jeans, a plain tee/knit/shirt and classic leather biker. It’s an outfit that can be thrown on with minimal fuss and oozes effortless cool. If something a bit more clean or sophisticated is more your speed, a crisp button down white shirt, a pair of jeans, ripped or plain, with the boots will be right up your alley. In between both looks, you can throw a blazer in there, and denim or tailored pants and still get an ultra-look fit. Here are a few pointers to keep in mind when looking to buy a pair: • Chelsea boots traditionally feature either a rounded or pointed shape. The size of your feet will determine which ones you should gravitate towards. If you have larger feet go for something rounded, whilst those with smaller feet can often get away with a pointed style. • Opt for something with a thinner, leather sole. Everything about this boot is streamlined and tapered, so avoid anything that is bulky or jars with this ethos. • Black is a classic choice and works perfectly with jeans. Coloured suede, like brown, navy or grey, looks better with chinos. • Look at the elastic fastening – the quality of this will dictate the life of the boot. On cheaper versions this is often what deteriorates first. • One design trend within Chelsea boots this season is the colour pop elasticated panel. These styles offer a contemporary twist and can help mark your pair out from the crowd. • Try on different heights, colours and designs in order to find the one that suits your look best.