Felt boots
Thousands of people roam the snowy streets of the city. Some enjoy long walks, others - want to return home as soon as possible. And only because they do not have warm shoes that can warm in any weather. There is a way out and lies in cozy felt boots.
Features and benefits of winter boots made of felt.
It is worth noting that many people confuse felt boots with felt boots. Comparing them is fundamentally wrong, and here's why:
- felt boots have seams, removable insole, felt boots - a monolithic product;
- the felt felt thickness is 5-6 mm, the boot - 2-3 mm;
- felt boots can be lined with natural and artificial fur;
- the style of a boot can fit a leg thanks to a zipper, boots always sit freely;
- Felt boots can be produced on heels and wedges;
- 100% natural wool is used in the manufacture of felt boots, felt for boots can be created with a mixture of natural and artificial fibers.
As you can see, the similarity of the models is only one - this is the material. The rest of the boots and felt boots are different, so the first is much warmer. However, felt boots have their advantages:
- model elegant shoes;
- production of models not only for winter, but also for off-season;
- comfortable fit closures;
- nice stuff.
Fashionable varieties
Felt boots differ significantly from each other, because designers are constantly working on new models.
Insulated
In order to make felt boots warmer in cold weather, manufacturers carefully insulate their models. So, the budget option is felt boots with artificial fur. This material warms the legs well, but does not allow the feet to breathe, causing excessive sweating.
An improved version - felt boots with natural fur. Sheepskin is generally used. Natural fur has excellent thermal properties and allows evaporation of moisture, provided that the upper material is also natural.
It is worth remembering that the warmed boots, despite the impressive thickness of the fur layer, can let the cold through. The problem lies in the lightning, not covered with a protective strap and fur. The presence of fur on the bar is required.
Natural
Felt boots are often supplemented with artificial materials, but there are also natural models that are much warmer than their synthetic counterparts.
Natural felt boots made of wool:
- do not have a chemical smell;
- natural color gray tint;
- warm
- do not need any additional insulation.
If all conditions are taken into account, such boots will become a warm product, suitable for harsh winters.
Combined
Many shoe manufacturers complement felt boots with other materials. For example, it can be leather inserts on the toe and heel, rubber or waterproof material on the obsoyuzke. In addition to the original look of shoes, this solution allows you to increase the wear resistance of felt boots in places more prone to mechanical stress.
From thin felt
Thin felt boots without insulation are soft and able to drape. Graceful demi-season boots perfectly keep their shape and become stylish shoes for dry weather.
With laces
Felt boots with laces are a warm and fashionable product. Thanks to the tongue, tightly covering the foot, cold air does not go inside the shoe, as it happens in products with a zipper.
High felt boots have a lacing along the entire length of the shoe, ensuring an accurate fit on the leg. Contrast laces give the boots an interesting and original look.
What to wear in winter
Depending on the style, felt boots can be worn with almost any outerwear. For example, cropped models with heels that resemble ankle boots are worn in combination with short jackets to mid-thigh and above.
Fitted for boots made of felt skinny jeans, skinny, but if you plan to wear shoes with a skirt, then you need to think about warm tights. It is warm, kapron stockings here will be inappropriate. Wool models with a density of at least 200 den should be combined with the color of the boots or in harmony with the hue of the skirt. It is worth saying that skirts and dresses are also relevant warm from knitwear or wool. The image thus turns out very cozy and comfortable.
High models are irreplaceable for long quilted coats or fur coats. When choosing shoes for a fur coat, you can choose boots with fur trim that matches the fur coat material.
How to care for warm models
Felt is a specific material, so you need to take care of it in a special way. So, after any contamination felt boots, it is important to dry the battery well, but not on it.
After this, the contaminants are cleaned with a stiff brush dipped in a powder solution. The thick foam is quickly washed off with cold water and then dried.
Wet cleaning will require special drying technology. So, it is important to fill felt shoes with paper so that it does not fit in size.
Brand models
Felt boots at the peak of popularity, and well-known Russian brands annually confirm this fact.
Kotofey
Felt boots from the well-known Kotofey brand are targeted not only at children, but also at adults. So, stylish models with Khokhloma painting, buckles and decorative accessories are made with or without a wool pad. The first, of course, much warmer and suitable for low freezing temperatures.
Kapika
Kapika produces stylish children's shoes for all seasons. Felt boots became popular winter shoes of the brand. Felt used in the manufacture of only natural, and wool lining increases thermal properties. Kapik trembling with respect to the decor, making felt boots with the image of bunnies and bears.
Yunichel
A company that has been popular for many years, has recently begun to manufacture felt boots. The brand uses artificial fur as a lining, and cute snowflakes, flowers and Norwegian patterns as a decor.
Stylish images
Thousands of models for men, women and children are ready to pleasantly surprise with their accuracy, style and warmth. It's time to try on these modern shoes from original material.
Men's
Felt boots with leather inserts are designed to become winter and demi-season shoes, because the skin on the foot protects shoes from moisture.
Stylish milk felted boots are complemented with natural brown leather. The hem and leather edging give the model an original and catchy look.
Gray felt boots with lacing look especially stylish thanks to leather inserts. Inside the shoe there is a removable wool stocking, which acts as a warm lining.
Another stylish combination with felt, leather and textiles is complemented by a geometric pattern. Leather inserts at the sole protect the felt from moisture.
Baby
Children's snow-white boots are complemented with floral embroidery. A comfortable velcro on the toe cap makes it easy to put on shoes even on the youngest fashionistas.
Manufacturers of shoes are trying to simplify putting on boots for children. One of the ways - two zippers on the sides. Blue with a black protective insert on the toe will be a stylish option for boys.
Funny bear - a favorite character for children. Gray boots with this cute animal are a good option in unisex style.
Beige boots with obsoyuzkoy become an indispensable option for frost and thaw, because the toe part is well protected. Mittens made of felt sewn to the side of the shaft were the original decor of the steel.
Women's
Felt boots of warm brown shade are made on a neat wedge that visually lengthens the legs. Floral motif in white and orange shades complements the fashionable model.
The successful combination of original material with the national Khokhloma painting was embodied in a black model on a zipper.
Fine felt boots with a steady heel are complemented by a pattern made with silver thread and roses shining on the sunny color.
Surprisingly, even the tractor outsole goes well with felt. Snow-white long boots have become a stylish tandem with a white felt bag on a long strap.
High-heeled felt boots have a leather forefoot. Such a finish looks very elegant, making a serious competition to leather boots.
From Kapika
Fashionable boots from Kapik combine a delicate white shade and at the same time practicality. A rubber galosh allows you to quickly clean your shoes, and a padlock in the center makes it easier to put on.
A stylish model for boys and girls is decorated with a cute little bear.