2010s thigh-high boots: the trend is back, elongating the silhouette and dethroning classic boots this winter.

The return of thigh-high boots intrigues, fascinates and sometimes divides. The high boot of the 2010s is back with a freer look, easier to wear every day.

From the 2010s to the present: the cycle of a powerful piece

The past decade has seen a peak of intensity around thigh-high boots. However, the look has changed: frontal seduction has given way to an urban style. The silhouette is now fluid, practical and confident.

The street has precipitated this changeover, as comfort guides choices. Moderate heels, supple leather and looser uppers are the order of the day. Waders leave the evening scene to live all day long.

Recent catwalks confirm this trend. On the other hand, the emphasis is shifting to materials and cut. Waders are gaining in versatility, with straight lines and a rounder toe.

“The over-the-knee boot is no longer a disguise: it’s a garment for walking and attitude.”

How to wear them every day without a faux pas

Straight jeans tucked in give a simple balance. What’s more, a long coat softens the line and keeps in the heat. Waders then find chic but easy terrain.

A midi skirt gives a seamless glimpse of the boot. A loose-fitting sweater creates a reassuring contrast. Thigh-high boots gain in discretion, while remaining the centerpiece.

• Choose a flexible stem that doesn’t compress.
• Aim for a stable heel, between 5 and 8 cm.
• Choose rain-resistant leather.
• Match the color to the coat.
• Test walking on smooth and paved surfaces.

Materials, colors and shapes: choosing quickly and well

Grained leather shows fewer creases and lasts longer. As a result, it withstands daily use better. Suede waders, on the other hand, are softer and require a protective spray.

Black remains the staple, as it refines the leg. Chocolate brown also warms up raw denim. Red thigh-high boots, on the other hand, call for sober attire all around.

Shape counts just as much as size. An almond toe lengthens without hardening the line. Block-heeled thigh-high boots reassure your feet and make your gait more secure.

Comfort, care and durability

Measuring calf and thigh circumference prevents misplaced purchases. This reduces friction and slipping. Waders stay in place, without tugging at the knee.

A simple ritual preserves the material. All you need is a soft brush, a dry cloth and a shoe tree. Waders keep their shape and age better.

Fashion signals to watch out for this season

The trend is towards a lower, wider heel. This ensures stable walking, even on wet sidewalks. Waders give an active, confident look.

Finishes are more sober, with less metal. The topstitching is also finer and cleaner. Waders are about fit, not ornament.

Proportions lengthen, coats and skirts included. As a result, the leg appears effortlessly stretched. Waders are part of a long, fluid, mobile silhouette.

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