Leopard Print Trend: Ankle Boots
Leopard print is stronger and stronger every season. It is not a trend relegated only to fashion but also to interior decor, from cushions, to bed sheets or ceramics and even tableware. It is not possible to do a summary of leopard print fashion finds so I will write a few posts focusing on different areas of your wardrobe. Let's start with ankle boots, a style of shoes that is very popular and takes you to the more structured boots, coming from months wearing only sandals. Ankle boots are great with trousers, dresses, skirts. They go from the flat Chelsea Boots up to glamorous numbers. The choice is huge at the moment and leopard print is quite popular.
*In Store* It is a different take on the classic Chelsea Boots the Cosmos Leopard Print ankle boots by Ash. It is made of pony hair with a black elasticated gusset and a conic heel 5 cm high. Wear them with skinny trousers, or dresses or skirts and be comfortable and trendy. www.ashfootwear.co.uk
*Not Yet* It is expected to be in store in the next few weeks ans it will fly off the shelves this lovely pair of ankle boots by Faith at Debenhams. With a side zip for easy wear and a thin heel, this pair of shoes will be either great on the dance floor or day wear. www.debenhams.com
*In Store* Chelsea boots are great because you can wear them all day long and pair them with chunky tights being warm...to boot. Joules has got a great variety of Chelsea boots but we are concentrating on the one in the middle, the Westbourne Luxe All Over Hair on Hide. They are made of leather, handcrafted, with leather lining, leather and rubber sole for safe grip. www.joules.com
*In Store* It is very glamorous this pair of bicoloured Maja leopard print ankle boots by LK Bennett. Made of leopard print calf hair and green suede leather, it is a different way of embracing this animal print trend. Heels are 8 cm high and I can see them worn with either floaty trousers or skinny ones. www.lkbennett.com
*In Store* Two versions for the same trend. The ankle boots by M&S Collection for Marks & Spencer has got a front zip and it is part of the Extra Wide Fit which in winter is quite great because you can wear a pair of thick socks and be trendy without having your bits frozen to death. The heel is 8 cm high. Same fit is for the shoe boots with 4.7cm kitten heels with a V cut on the front that gives the foot a nice shape. www.marksandspencer.com
*In Store* Another take on the leopard print trend with this Lipsy Pointed Ankle Boots sporting a black trim at the top that you can find at Next. Nice metallic details at the back and side zip. If you are not keen on the animal print, this pair of boots is available in black , red or white as well. www.next.co.uk
*Not Yet* Given that Primark has got deliveries frequently, keep an eye for this pair of heeled Chelsea Boots, combining a casual style with a bit of glamour. These boots are not in store yet but make sure to grab a pair when they will hit the shelves. Luckily for us Primark can make us afford to keep up with trends without breaking our bank account. www.primark.com
*In Store* If you feel that a whole leopard print look is not for you, just have a bite of it with this pair of Saxman Chelsea Boots in leather with leopard print details by Ravel. With a 5 cm block heel and elasticated gusset at the sides, these shoes will stay with you the whole season, from countryside to city life. www.ravel.co.uk
*In Store* A different stitching makes for a different style. Like this gorgeous pair of kitten heels ankle boots by Russell & Bromley with nice details on the front. The side zip is partially hidden and it is made of printed hair calf leather. The heels as well are incredibly stylish with a demi design and 6 cm height. www.russellandbromley.co.uk
*Not Yet* Everything is fantastic of this pair of ankle boots by V by Very, from the buckle detail at the side to the shape of the heels. They are not yet available but expected to be online in the next few weeks, so check the website frequently in order to be one of the first to grab a pair. www.very.co.uk
*In Store* Your look is very casual but still you want to be part of the seasonal trends? Look no further than White Stuff. The Leah Chelsea Boots are made of black suede leather with a faux pony skin detail in leopard print. Lining is in leather with a thermoplastic rubber sole for safe grip. www.whitestuff.com
