Fringe Boots

Many women would agree whole-heartedly with the opinion that boots are an essential asset for their closet. They can be worn with jeans, a skirt, sun dresses, tights, and can look great with a pair of shorts on a summer day. Fringe boots add just that touch of flair for wearing to almost any occasion. 

If you would be interested in a style with a "rocker chic daring with boho sensibility", and one embraced by many celebrities, there is a 10 year-old Australian company named Koolaburra. They have taken a niche footwear market, in sheepskin boots, and made fashion statements that have caught the eyes of Hollywood's top celebrities. For unique design combinations of fringe, beads, studs, chains and bird features, check out the 11 boots they offer in the "La Boheme" line. They feature "Double face" Merino sheepskin in all of the boots and for insoles (replaceable). What this means is the wool remains attached to the skin and is inside the boot.  The comfort, and superior air and moisture flow of the boot cannot be matched by other means of production where the sheepskin or wool is glued to other materials. They do offer lines for men and children. 

Finding boots with fringe should not be too difficult as this seems to be a very popular trend. Probably the most common types are made with suede. Companies like Minnetonka, All Black, Chinese Laundry, Steve Madden or Ralph Lauren each offer at least a couple of styles with fringe on their boots. Steve Madden offers two very popular and affordable suede boots with fringe that will go nicely with skirts or jeans. One is a 15 inch (from the arch) called the "Arizona Tall Shafted Fringe Boot" with a 3/4 inch heel. The other is their "Tarzana" mid-calf, which also has the ever-popular 'slouchy' style. If you want fringe in your boot that will really stand out, look to Sam Eddleman boots. The "Utah" is a 16 inch knee-high soft suede with fringe along the heel, up the boot and around the top. They also offer the same flair in their above the knee 'Uri" in red and with a zippered back. The "Ursela" is an ankle boot with a side zip, and two layers of fringe, available in taupe or roasted chestnut. All are a 'moccasin style' and will prove to be very comfortable for long wear. 

For a distinctive fashion statement in leather, look to Metrostyle for an over-the-knee boot with a bold 3 1/2 heel. SexyBlvd offers an adventurous boot with cut-outs in the back and fringe that covers the entire front. Cordoni is an Italian shoe company that provides a casual boot that is comfortable and has very stylish accents in their "Trevor Mid-Calf Boot." It has an 11 inch shaft with a 1 1/4 heel. Straps and buckles along the shaft provide an optimum fit. Tasteful fringe is applied over the instep. It is a solid, well-built boot that would be an asset in any closet. If you prize value and quality, Cordoni is a company you might want to become familiar with.

For going out in style, fringe boots can be that wardrobe addition that gives you amazing flexibility. From a bold leather, attention-grabbing boot, to a trendy soft suede, in colors to match, or accent, virtually any outfit, a little fringe added gives that free-spirit look that will go just about anywhere.