According to the season of wearing, shoes are divided into summer, winter and demi-season, intended for spring and autumn. With the first types everything is more or less clear, but with the last there are often difficulties. Read on to find out what is best to choose.
What kind of shoes are demi-season?
Translated from French “demisaison” is a transitional time of year, off-season. The most unpredictable time when cold rain and wind can be replaced by hot sun literally within a couple of hours. And if with clothes in such weather everything is somewhat simpler - you can grab an umbrella and take off (or put on) an insulated jacket, then you should be more careful when choosing shoes.
What materials is it made from?
It is better to choose shoes made from natural materials (leather or nubuck). The leg will be comfortable, it will “breathe”, while any leatherette, even of good quality, will create a greenhouse effect. Suede and textiles are also not the best choice - they accumulate dirt and get wet. Be careful with the varnish coating. It repels dirt, but does not allow air to pass through well.
What's with the lining?
Traditionally she shouldn't be too warm. At this time, frosts are quickly replaced by thaws, and a leather lining or a thin flannel jacket is perfect as insulation - as a budget option. It is better to choose a lining made of woolen fabric for those who do not tolerate low temperatures well. There is no perfect recipe. It all depends on your feelings. The main requirement is that the lining absorbs moisture and does not create a greenhouse effect.
What weather is it designed for?
These shoes must withstand adverse weather conditions. First of all, high humidity, frost and dirt. Temperature differences in spring and autumn can range from -5 to +10. Under such conditions, one pair is not enough. An ideal option for cold weather is a leather upper, insulated lining and a textured, not the thinnest sole. And when there are more warm days, you can choose lighter shoes.
On a note! Many manufacturers indicate the wearing temperature of a pair of shoes on the tag.
Types of demi-season shoes
There are a great many of them. Any woman will have several pairs for this period.
Heeled boots will perfectly emphasize the slenderness of your legs, add lightness to your gait, and the entire silhouette will look more graceful. After all, you really want to get off the ground a little when you can already feel the arrival of spring. In winter, you don't look like wearing stiletto heels. These boots are best worn with a classic coat.- An irreplaceable thing is lace-up boots. They are always relevant, stylish and practical. Lace-up boots go perfectly with a floor-length knitted dress. This look would be appropriate even at special events where there is no strict dress code.
- Ankle boots are a good choice. With or without heels, they are perfect for both formal business style and eclecticism.Not a single fashionista can do without them in the warm spring or golden autumn.
- In warm and dry weather, classic pumps with stable heels are an excellent choice for an office suit, and if you don’t like heels, loafers or moccasins. Interesting! Women's loafers appeared only in 1986 and quickly reached the peak of popularity thanks to the heroine of Audrey Hepburn from the film “Funny Face”.
- For fans of sports style, and for everyday wear, sneakers or sneakers are simply necessary.
- In rainy weather, rubber boots are the best choice. Their Be sure to buy one with a lining or put it on a thick sock - rubber does not retain heat. These shoes are a universal choice in the off-season. The variety of models is so great that you can find a pair of boots to suit almost any style. Brightly colored boots will help create a playful look. If you prefer restraint in clothing, opt for dark colors. Black rubber boots with a small heel will organically fit even into a business look.
Important! Be careful when choosing rubber boots with colorful colors - checkered, with numerous flowers, circles and spirals. Wearing them with another bright item of clothing can easily overload the look.
Men's demi-season shoes in their diversity do not lag behind women's ones. Oxfords (shoes with closed lacing), monks (buckle instead of lacing), brogues (with perforated inserts) - for warm weather and classic style. Boots with thick, often corrugated soles are for freezing temperatures. For lovers of a sporty or casual style - sneakers and sneakers.
Criteria for choosing the right shoes
It doesn’t matter what exactly will be the result of the purchase - over the knee boots, boots, loafers or high boots. It's a matter of your taste and style.But you still need to pay attention to a number of points:
demi-season shoes should be wear-resistant and of good quality (and this does not mean expensive. The seams are even and without threads, the sole is well stitched, the upper material does not allow water to pass through);- the sole should not be slippery and thick enough;
- choose shoes that fit, avoid tight shoes.
Advice! You should not choose models with thin soles. Despite the fact that there is no snow on the streets at this time, uneven sidewalks and puddles have not gone away. The thin sole is ideal only for summer;
Shoes for any season should be beautiful, fashionable and, most importantly, you like them!
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