What warm boots to buy. Why is the lining painted? Types of shoe insulation
In winter, a woman wants to look no less attractive than in the warm season. But do not forget about such an important issue as comfort. winter shoes you need to choose not only by external design, but also by materials of manufacture and workmanship. Good women's winter should be as warm as possible and be loose enough not to obstruct blood circulation. At the same time, they must protect against moisture penetration, provide sufficient stability and not constrain the foot while walking. The Lookbuck virtual boutique will help you buy winter shoes that will delight you with comfort and emphasize your unique taste.
What is the best surface?
It depends on the external material how practical, wear-resistant and moisture-proof it will be. Show themselves best leather winter boots. With them, a lady can be ready for any tricks of the weather, without fear of both frost and sleet. The skin is quite soft material, and therefore you will not feel discomfort. Its only disadvantage is the high cost. But once you buy an expensive pair of boots, you can be sure that they will last for years. Thanks to this, all costs are more than paid off, not to mention the pleasure that you get while wearing.
Often, instead of leather, many fashionistas prefer suede. There are several reasons for this, namely - velvety surface, color depth and extremely elegant appearance. Suede has good thermal protection, but cannot boast of high water-repellent properties. That's why suede boots and it is best not to wear in wet weather.
Recently, it has become increasingly popular wool winter shoes, in particular . They have an original design and at the same time give incomparable warmth. Felted wool is an unpretentious material that is easy to clean and is not afraid of dirt.
If you are looking for a truly durable shoes for sports and leisure outdoors, then you should buy boots made of water-repellent textiles. It can be soft dutiks or funny moon rovers.
Lining Significance
The quality of the inner lining is the main guarantee of comfort. It is responsible for thermal protection, softness and overall comfort. The best and at the same time expensive option are winter boots with natural fur lining. It perfectly protects from the cold, allows the feet to "breathe" and is extremely wear-resistant. But the fur lining has one drawback, it makes the shoes voluminous.
If you really value elegance, then you can buy boots with fur insole, but with a top made of wool or leather. In addition, often instead of boots made of natural fur, women choose models with artificial lining. It is much cheaper, but you should be prepared for the fact that the foot in such boots may sweat a little.
Choose a comfortable heel
Severe ice in the cold season can lead to injury, and therefore good winter shoes should be as stable as possible. If you have to move around the city a lot, then it makes sense to buy flat ugg boots. Although this is not the most elegant, but extremely comfortable shoes reducing the chance of injury.
Ladies who do not want to sacrifice their femininity even in the cold winter season can be recommended wedge winter boots. They have a heel that merges with the shaft almost into a single whole, which makes the leg very elegant.
A more stable, but no less elegant alternative can be women's boots low heels brick shape. They will make you a little taller, but will not affect the confidence of walking.
The most active and energetic women who prefer convenience in everything can be recommended on a grooved sole. From the outside, these shoes look no less stylish than high heeled boots.
Variety of winter options women's shoes very large. Every woman, choosing shoes for the winter, should pay attention not only to the appearance, but also remember the practicality and comfort of boots or boots.
We wish you warmth to your feet in the winter cold!
There are a huge number of shoe brands on the Russian market. There are eminent and not so famous among them, widely known and familiar only to a few. This article will focus on special brands - the so-called "brands-werewolfs." By such brands are meant those that seek to create an illusion in the buyer about their Western origin and premium. The companies that own such brands are literally selling Chinese and Russian consumer goods under beautiful names to people.
Werewolf brands I would divide into two categories. The first includes those who, in general, do not hide their Russian origin. They usually have a name for foreign language and a kind of legend about European/German/Italian quality. The products of these brands usually cost reasonable money and have an acceptable (sometimes excellent) price-quality ratio. Therefore, only a slight unpleasant aftertaste remains from them - they thought they bought German shoes, and they bought Russian ones.
Werewolf brands of the second category are more dangerous. Their authors-owners usually develop a rather serious and sometimes creative legend about Western origin and Western production (usually English or Italian). The shoes sold under such werewolf brands are very expensive, and their quality is usually at the level of consumer goods of the middle price segment (in some, the most outrageous cases, even lower).
So, it's time to get acquainted with the werewolf brands in the world of shoes! Let's start with the first category.
Ralf Ringer. Many people think that this is a German or Austrian manufacturer. In fact, the shoes of this brand are made in Russia and China. In well-equipped factories with good quality control. The design is uncomplicated, no frills. Quality is good, prices are affordable. Russian origin, admittedly, is not hidden, but sometimes sellers can tell legends about German roots. But, I repeat, there is no smell of Germany and Europe in general.
Tervolina. It also has nothing to do with Europe. Most of the shoes sold in these stores are made in China and Russia (at the Leader factory in Tolyatti), some models are made in the countries of Southern Europe. The price-quality ratio is adequate. A kind of analogue of Tervolina is a network of shoe stores respect- also a Russian brand.
Econika. Another very popular chain of women's shoes stores in Russia. Owns a number of its own brands: RiaRosa, RiaRosa Classic, A.Pugachova, De’Marche. Production is mainly in China. The reviews are quite contradictory, although the majority are still positive. Ekonika does not invent legends about its European origin, but the prices are not so small.
Argo. Shoes under this ambiguous name have been produced since 1991 at the Pyatigorsk shoe factory. The brand's website honestly talks about Russian production. Prices are affordable, quality is decent.
Avela Bellini. The shoes of this brand are made in Russia, which the company that owns the brand writes about on its website, however, a little ornately. There are no legends, but on the websites of some stores you can find words about European traditions, etc. There are practically no reviews.
BurgerSchuhe. Honestly declares Russian origin and Russian production. But the name is already very “under Germany”. Shoes under this brand are sold only in Russia. The quality, judging by the reviews, is good, so it is quite possible to buy. But do not believe the tales of German origin that some sellers can tell.
Camelot. Also a Russian brand, it produces shoes (and, by the way, clothes) mainly in China. He will not invent legends and myths about his origin. Initially, it was aimed at making the collections of major fashion brands available to the public. Therefore, Camelot often simply copies the design of Western firms. The price-quality ratio is good.
Calypso. The name evokes thoughts of Italy. We look at Wikipedia and see that this is a nymph, a character of ancient Greek myths. Well, the shoes that are sold under this brand are of Russian-Chinese origin. Actually, the company itself does not hide this - just look at it. There is no legend, although, of course, it is not directly written that this is a Russian brand. The Calipso's value for money is pretty decent.
Corso Como. Remarkable case. It must be said that there is an American (according to other sources, American-Brazilian) shoe brand CC Corso Como. But in Russia, the shoes of the American Corso Como are not for sale. Our Corso Como is a completely different brand based in Russia. The main differences from the American one are the presence of a male line and a different logo. The Russian Corso Como does not openly talk about its origin, but it does not invent legends either. Declares active cooperation with European designers. Maybe it is, the design is really nice. The quality is good, although there are some complaints. Shoes are made, apparently, partly in Italy, partly in China.
Eber Klaus. Sometimes these shoes are passed off as German, but are actually made in Russia. Official website only in Russian; very sparse, does not contain information about the company and brand. Prices are not very high, there are few reviews.
Francesco Donnie. Quite an unpleasant brand with a wide network of branded stores. The site is funny: on the one hand, it tells some kind of fable about the descendant of an allegedly prominent Italian shoemaker moving to Russia; on the other hand, it is indicated that the shoes are made specifically for Russia and in Russia. From the reviews, however, you can find out that some models are generally Chinese. And certainly not Portuguese or Italian, no matter what the sellers tell you.
Prices in Francesco Donni stores are not so small. And the reviews are very contradictory: someone is satisfied, and someone complains about peeling paint, poor quality.
Giotto. The name, of course, is “under Italy”, but the brand is honest. The site directly says that the shoes are made in Russia, at a factory in Moscow, the materials are also Italian. Quality is good, prices are reasonable.
Grand Gudini- another brand mimicking Italian. He is silent about his origin, but says that the Grand Gudini brand has gained a reputation only "in Moscow and the regions of Russia." So there is no deception, but the name can be misleading. Also quite controversial is the assertion that the company invites designers from Europe who "follow fashion trends." But following is not the same as designing and creating. Prices at Grand Gudini are average (sometimes a bit high), the quality is also average, the reviews are very contradictory. Shoes are made in Russia and China.
El monte. The name, of course, is reminiscent of Italy. However, this is a purely Russian brand; He does not openly speak about his origin, but he does not invent legends. Reports only about his popularity among Russian designers. At the same time, many believe that this is an Italian brand. The prices are quite high, the quality is good.
The company that owns Elmonte owns another brand - Enzo Brera, also allegedly Italian shoes. On the Enzo Brera website, everything is painted extremely concisely and neutrally; there are many words about Italian traditions and glamor, but there are no lies. But on the websites of some online stores there is false information that this is an Italian brand. The prices for Enzo Brera shoes are rather high, the quality is decent, but there are also negative reviews.
I apologize for such a strange Enzo Brera logo - but there was no other way. Maybe this is such a corporate style of the brand ...
Ergo (Goergo). In general, a fairly honest Russian brand. Shoes are made in Turkey, Poland, Brazil, Italy, Portugal - as stated on the website. Reviews, however, are conflicting.
Jillionaire, VS, Perfection, Botinerri. All these stamps seem to belong to the same Russian company. She, in general, does not hide it, but, frankly, she bypasses the topic of the origin of shoes. It is said about some Italian standards, but the country of tailoring is not indicated; most likely it is China. There are not enough reviews about the shoes of these brands, there are also negative ones. I would advise you to pay attention to something else - at least the same Ralf Ringer.
Loiter. These shoes are made in Russia, allegedly using Italian technology. It is not known whether this is actually the case, but the fact is that sellers sometimes strive to pass Loiter off as a German mark, or even an Italian one. The manufacturer is a small company, apparently, it does not even have its own website. Loiter shoes are not that expensive; As for the quality, it is difficult to say something, since there are practically no reviews about it.
Mario Ponty. This brand belongs to the Greek company Kasta, which also owns other werewolves: Aerosoles, Beira Rio, Picadilly, Aero by Kasta. Mario Ponti shoes are made in China, prices are affordable. There are few reviews; They seem to be good shoes.
Paolo Conte is a Russian brand that does not hide its origin. Alas, some consider it Italian. The prices are quite reasonable, but still a bit high for these products from China. It is stated that Italian designers are involved in the development of shoes, it is very difficult to verify this, but in most cases the design itself cannot be called Italian. The quality is average, the price corresponds only during the sales period. In general, it is better to avoid Paolo Conte stores.
Per te. Russian shoe brand that has existed since 1995. I did not find the site. Shoes are made at a factory in the city of Pushkino. The quality is good, corresponds to the price.
Pier Lucci. The name is reminiscent of Italy and Italian shoe makers, but on its English website, Pier Lucci is very clear about its Turkish origin. Accordingly, Pier Lucci shoes are sold mainly in Russia and Turkey, some Eastern European countries. Be careful: some sellers pass off Pier Lucci as a real Italian brand.
renaissance. Russian brand. The site states that the shoes are made in Southeast Asia and Eastern Europe, and are developed with the participation of Italian and French designers (which is very difficult to verify). The company that owns the Renaissance brand also owns the Cooper and Daze brands.
Renkont. Not very expensive, but not the cheapest shoes for men and women. It has nothing to do with Italy. Renkonte stores also sell shoes from brands Birinci, Birinci Elite, FinnManner- all these are the fruits of Russian-Chinese cooperation. There are almost no reviews, so it is better, in my opinion, to refrain from experimenting.
Rheinberger. Shoes under this brand are sewn at a shoe factory in Ryazan, owned by the Ryazanvest company. It is stated that according to German technology. Maybe it is so. It is worth noting that the German brand Rheinberger once really existed, but it ceased to exist about 20 years ago.
Solo Song. These shoes, judging by the information from the website of one store, are made in China by Chengdu Aiminer Leather Products Co. Ltd. In any case, in Europe and America, no one knows about this brand. Prices are not high, but not very low either.
Henderson. The main specialization of this brand is men's business wear, but now shoes are also produced under it. Henderson has Polish roots, but this brand has been owned by a Russian company for quite a long time. The brand does not hide its origin. Shoes are made in China and Portugal. The prices are above average, the quality is quite decent. But nothing special.
It is worth noting that there is also a little-known Italian shoe brand Henderson. These shoes are noticeably more expensive than "our" Henderson and are usually sold in multi-brand stores for expensive shoes.
west club. Inexpensive shoes with a claim to European origin. However, this brand does not have a website; West Club shoes are sold only in Russia and Belarus; most likely made in China. Prices are low; there are almost no reviews. Sometimes you can come across a legend that West Club is the result of collaboration between designers from Russia, Portugal and Brazil. It is obvious that this is not the case.
Well, brand Centro, if you didn't know, belongs to the large Russian chain TsentrObuv and has nothing to do with Europe. The price-quality ratio is average, but for such a price it is difficult to expect something good.
Now let's move on to the "evil" werewolves - those who are trying to squeeze more money out of buyers by spreading rather brazen legends and myths about Italian masters and English traditions.
Perhaps the most famous werewolves in this category are the trio of shoe stores Carnaby, Chester And T.J. Collection. Allegedly, these are English brands that produce shoes in Italy and Spain. In fact, neither in the UK, nor in Spain, nor in Italy, such brands have ever been heard of. Most of the shoes seem to be made in China and Vietnam. In Italy, as some suggest, they can simply put insoles, which allows you to put the stamp of Made in Italy.
The quality of Carnaby, Chester and TJ Collection shoes is pretty decent. It matches the price well during the sales period, so if you bought, say, Carnaby shoes for 2500 rubles, I see no reason to be upset. But regular prices are clearly too high. There are complaints that these shoes are not very comfortable to wear, paint socks, and are not very durable. All in all, not worth your money. I do not advise you to go to the aforementioned salons.
El Tempo. They pretend to be Spaniards, but they have nothing to do with Spain. The site is only in Russian; there is no information about the El Tempo shoe brand on the foreign Internet at all. The legend is very creative and impudent. There are few reviews, both positive and negative.
Ita Ita. A wonderful name, in English this is the name of the itai-itai disease, which is caused by intoxication with cadmium salts. The creativity is there. I must say that this is not a specific shoe brand, but a network of Russian stores that sell supposedly Italian shoes. In fact, Ita Ita stores can claim to be "werewolf nests." There you can find Franco Bellucci shoes masquerading as Italian, which are actually Polish, Chinese Itauomo shoes and shoes of other similar brands. At the same time, prices are very high, although the quality can be quite decent, and some of the brands presented sew shoes from leather made in Italy. But all this looks like a kind of lottery, so I still advise you to bypass these stores.
Provocant. The name is some kind of Italian, and the shoes sold under this brand are passed off as German. Already this discrepancy raises suspicions. We open companies - and we see that this brand was registered in Germany; the question of who she was registered by is silent. The site only talks about taking into account German standards. In the stores themselves, sellers usually say that these are German shoes.
There is no information about Provocante shoes on the foreign Internet, so it is quite obvious that this is a werewolf brand, and rather unscrupulous. The legend is not very developed, but exists. The price-quality ratio is generally decent, but generally leaves much to be desired.
Alba. This is a Russian brand; sold under it are mainly shoes made in Russia and China. It has nothing to do with Italy, although it tries to give consumers an idea of its Italian roots. On the company's website, the question of origin is cleverly bypassed, but "Italian style and quality" are mentioned; Alba simply does not have an English-language site (not to mention an Italian-language one). The name Alba, by the way, is formed from the first letters of the name and surname of its owner, whose name is Alexander Bayer.
The company itself claims that it produces shoes in Italy, but there are considerable doubts about this; there is absolutely no information about such a company on the Italian-speaking Internet. Information obtained on the English-speaking Internet only confirms the suspicion of the Russian origin of the company (see). Perhaps the most expensive models are indeed made in Italy, but the cheaper ones are clearly made in China. In general, the prices for all Alba shoes are very high, and the quality is average, reviews are contradictory. For that kind of money you can buy shoes of real European brands.
Gode. Passed out as an Italian brand, but in fact, it seems to be Chinese or Russian. Shoes are said to be mostly made in China, but some are also made in Italy (hard to verify). The English site is pretty funny; it is obvious that the manufacturer himself is not engaged in deceit, and the legend of Italian origin was invented by a Russian distributor. The English-language site honestly says that these are Chinese shoes (see). The Russian-language site has an Italian section (but the domain is .ru!), In which Moscow addresses are indicated in the "Contacts".
In principle, it is possible that the Chinese and Russian Gode are different brands, but, in any case, the brand is rather dubious and cannot be called Italian. Reviews about the quality of Gode shoes are quite contradictory. Someone praises her, someone scolds.
Thomas Munz. A vivid example of a brazen werewolf brand that is engaged in nothing more than misleading customers. Both on the site, and in advertising, and in stores it is openly stated that these are German shoes. Advertising activity of Thomas Munz, by the way, has recently expanded significantly. There is a well-elaborated legend that is told.
The foreign (including German) segment of the Internet does not contain any information about Thomas Munz shoes. The brand does not have a website in either German or English language. Most likely, in Germany the brand is simply registered, and development and production have nothing to do with the Germans. Reviews about the quality of Thomas Munz shoes vary. Many are satisfied, but many are dissatisfied - these are clearly ordinary Chinese shoes, albeit of a rather high level.
Another excellent example of the impudence of domestic brand builders - Carlo Pazolini. On the Internet, you can find stories about how lovers of this brand tried to find Carlo Pazolini stores in Italy. They did not succeed - none of the Italians knows about this brand. However, now Carlo Pazolini is developing very actively. And stores in Italy are already open, as well as in some other countries of the world.
In fairness, we must admit that the quality of Carlo Pazolini is quite normal, but the shoes are mainly sewn in Eastern Europe and China, and the design is by no means Italians. Carlo Pazolini is distinguished by a rather thorough “swing” under the Italian company - it even has a website in Italian. A beautiful myth about the never-existing master Carlo Pazolini. The shoes are good, I repeat, but such a deception is somewhat disgusting.
Enzo Logana- positioned as Italian shoes, but sewn in the Moscow region and has nothing to do with Italy. Sold only in Russia. The quality, judging by the reviews, is not bad, although, again, there are negative reviews. Prices are high and it seems that Enzo Logana shoes are not worth that kind of money.
Mascotte- issued for an English brand, the name is usually associated with Italy. But in fact, this is a Russian brand, founded in 2000 by Moskot-Shoes LLC. Production in China. The prices are high and the quality and comfort of the shoes leave a lot to be desired. Mostly Chinese products are sold. There are quite a few negative reviews. For such a price, you can find shoes from real European brands of the best quality.
Renzoni. A very mysterious brand, masquerading as Italian. But judging by indirect signs, it still has Russian roots. A very poor site in English and Italian (and some sections are only in English). The News section contains most of the information about Russian events and exhibitions. I clicked on what was marked as Italian - and came to a site with the eloquent name obuv.it and Russian as one of the main languages. In general, the brand is suspicious.
Robert Rossi. Another fake brand. There is even a site in Italian, which, however, only Russian stores are listed in the “Where to buy” section (it is interesting that Saratov is the first). The quality is quite good, but the prices are still too high because of the legend (and it, by the way, is very creative - it turns out that the mythical Roberto Rossi dreamed of becoming a shoemaker since childhood and was very stubborn in learning the art of sewing boots).
Vitacci. A brand of children's and women's shoes that passes for Italian. But there is no information about this brand in the English and Italian-speaking segments of the Internet at all. Vitacci shoes are sold only in Russia and Ukraine, maybe also in other CIS countries. The site is only in Russian. It probably has nothing to do with Italy at all. But judging by the reviews, the quality is good.
Westriders. Positioned as a German brand whose shoes are made in Portugal. The brand has a website in German and English (however, it is very poor and uninformative), but there is no information about it in the English-speaking segment of the Internet at all. Apparently, the brand is indeed registered in Germany, but it belongs to the Russian Ivan Pichugin (see, for example,). The prices are quite high, but the reviews are mostly positive. Whether shoes are really made in Portugal is a question, but they are definitely not developed in Germany and the Germans have nothing to do with it. Accordingly, it is sold only in Russia.
When choosing clothes and shoes, be sure to pay attention to the manufacturer. This will directly affect the convenience, quality of materials and the price of the item. After all, you agree that best shoes is it something you don't feel on your foot while walking? Buying a low-quality thing, you doom yourself to permanent corns, corns, curvature and the like. Below we will decide on how to choose the right brand for men's and women's shoes, and make a rating the best manufacturers for 2017.
How to choose the right shoes?
A properly selected pair of shoes (sneakers, sneakers, ballet flats, louboutins, moccasins, underline the option you need) prevents the appearance of growths, corns and similar muck. Inappropriate shoes can rapidly develop these same diseases that will constantly remind of themselves (according to my own bitter experience).
Let's take care of our feet and choose comfortable shoes for them. So, here are a few key rules that will help you avoid foot problems:
1. Go shopping in the late afternoon, when your foot has time to trample and increase in size a little.
2. During the first fitting, be sure to make a few circles around the store, and carefully "listen" to your feelings.
3. Be sure to take the insoles with you (if you wear special orthopedic or shoe inserts).
4. Don't pay attention to shoe size (within reason, of course). Many manufacturers may run small or large. Therefore, it often happens that your 38 size may fit 36 or 40.
5. Do you order from an online store? Then take measurements of the foot immediately before buying. Foot size changes throughout life, so if you measured the size once at the age of 18, this is not an indicator.
Coming home, we recommend to give your feet freedom. Walk barefoot (if there are no diseases that prevent it), or buy light fabric slippers. After a hard day at work, it will be the perfect soothing for your fingers and feet.
Rating of the best brands of men's shoes
Do you want to experience the beauty of life? Then choose shoes that have stood the test of time. Below we present to your attention the brands of men's shoes, which, in our opinion, are the best.
1. Caterpillar - stylish and practical
This brand mainly produces boots and low shoes in a classic, sporty and casual style. You can find not only male models but also female. At the moment, the brand of Caterpillar boots is only gaining popularity in the CIS countries. But already, judging by the numerous customer reviews, it is one of the most reliable manufacturers in terms of quality.
The price of boots can be said to be average (in the region of 5000 - 6000 thousand rubles). You can easily choose the right model for winter, spring, summer and autumn. The rubber sole keeps well in any weather, does not peel off. All in all, this is the best deal on the market right now.
Pros:
- Affordable shoes (not too expensive).
- Very high quality, can be worn for years.
Minuses:
- Not revealed (although there is a marriage everywhere).
2. Nike - sport and comfort
Probably one of the most popular companies in the production of sneakers and sneakers. Interesting fact A: In 2016, Nike became the most popular brand in the world. And this is not only a merit of good marketers in the state. Nike produces some of the highest quality and most stylish models to date. You probably won't find one young man or a girl who would not like to buy AirMax for herself.
The price for one pair of shoes is very different, starting from 650 rubles and ending with an incredible 30,000 rubles. The quality of each model is excellent. The sole and upper materials are well combined, and withstand any load. Thus, it is very good shoes for daily wear and sports.
Pros:
- Price. You can find a budget model.
- High quality materials.
- Wide range for women and men
- Good for sports (running, basketball).
Minuses:
- Thick sole that not everyone likes.
3. ECCO - Absolute Confidence
ECCO is popular with men all over the world. Excellent quality, innovative technology and stylish design make ecco products one of the most sought after in the world. In the store you will find shoes for all occasions: sneakers, shoes, sandals, flip flops and boots.
The price of products of this brand, of course, bite a little. The price for most models starts from 7000 rubles. However, the store is constantly running discounts and promotions that allow you to buy some models at a much lower price. In general, this is a good manufacturer of shoes for stylish men.
Pros:
- High quality products.
- Wide range for men and women.
- There are always discounts and promotions.
Minuses:
- The price is great.
4. Ralf Ringer - European quality
Ralf Ringer has been on the market for quite some time (since 1996). Previously, shoes were produced only for men, now you can find a wide range of shoes for women and children. Shoes are designed for people from 20 to 45 years old. The main advantage of this brand is high European quality.
The average price for one pair varies from 2000 to 7000 rubles. It's a pretty reasonable price for the quality. Customer reviews of the product are mostly positive. This is not strange, because shoes from Ralf Ringer can serve you for more than one year.
Pros:
- Comfortable shoes for men and women.
- Relatively inexpensive in price.
- High European quality.
Minuses:
- Some models are not very well made.
The best women's shoe manufacturers
As a rule, women choose any elements of clothing very carefully. This also applies to shoes, sandals, sandals, loafers and the like. If you want to always look stylish, and at the same time not worry that the shoes will tear, then we recommend that you pay attention to the rating. best brands in 2017 for women.
1. Geox - start breathing
Italian manufacturer of women's and men's shoes, which has established itself as a quality brand. Geox specialize in the production of classic, everyday and casual models. The company is famous for its relationship with customers, as it strives to satisfy all their needs as much as possible. Recently, the manufacturer has been using its own development of the sole membrane. It allows the foot to breathe while walking, and does not let moisture in from the outside.
The cost of production starts from 3,000 rubles and can reach up to 100,000 rubles. Depending on the needs and season, you can always find the right Geox model in the store. In general, user reviews are mostly positive.
Pros:
- There are collections for men, women and children.
- The sole allows the skin of the feet to breathe.
- Do not pass moisture.
Minuses:
- High price.
2. Rieker - comfort from Germany
Popular brand from Germany. They are mainly famous for their quality in casual shoes. You can be sure that it will last you several seasons without problems. On the other hand, it is better to choose more carefully for places where the climate is changeable. Judging by customer reviews, Rieker does not tolerate bad weather conditions.
The price for a pair, in principle, is average (around 5000 rubles). For this price you will get a pair of shoes or boots made of quality materials. The assortment of the brand is quite large, you can pick up shoes not only for a woman, but also for a man and your children.
Pros:
- A wide range of.
- Comfortable to wear.
- Sufficiently durable models.
Minuses:
- Poorly withstand severe frosts.
3. Bronx - good shoes as a tradition
Dutch manufacturer, which managed to spread in many countries. Due to the presentation of goods in different price categories, a large number of people use their products. Every year you can watch up to 4 Bronx fashion collections.
The price of the product can vary greatly depending on the selected model. For budget buyers, there is a collection called DIBA. Bronx products can be freely purchased on the territory of the CIS countries.
Pros:
- There are budget and expensive collections.
- The high quality of the materials used.
Minuses:
- Not detected.
4. Clarks - exquisite and tasteful
10. Stefano Bemer shoes. Price - $ 2,000
Stefano Bemer is one of the most talented and original shoemakers of our time, originally from Florence. His shoes are easily recognizable: polished appearance, impeccable quality, bold bright colors, unique textures. Stefano Bemer is an Italian brand that specializes in the production of exclusive men's shoes. All models are made only manually, to order and from natural materials.
He is called the "shoe maestro" because he is truly a genius in his field. For example, he uses unconventional methods skin staining with red wine. Stefano Bemer shoes were created in partnership with the Gucci brand. They are handmade from camel leather. On average, it takes about three months to make a pair of such shoes.
9. Shoes with diamonds from Aubercy. Price – $4,510
Aubercy is a family-owned French company that has been in existence since 1935 and produces shoes exclusively for men. She created an exclusive pair of shoes called "Phil", whose toes are encrusted with real diamonds.
A pair of these shoes harmoniously combines classic elegant style, genuine high-quality leather and the chic shine of diamonds laid out in a pattern. Shoes from Aubercy are able to attract the attention of true connoisseurs of luxury.
Note that the price of such a pair of shoes varies depending on the size and quantity. precious stones. The pattern on the toe is chosen by the customer. Shoes are made by hand, in the best traditions of shoemaking. Owners of such men's shoes note their comfort.
8. High Dunk sneakers. Price – $5,405
Nike is an American company that manufactures sportswear and footwear.
The peculiarity of this model is its color. This is a luxurious sparkling gold color. These shoes even have golden laces!
Nike started producing this model in 1985 and it quickly found its customers. The production of the Dunk High continued for several more years, and all these years the model was in steady demand in the market.
7. Manhattan Richelieu shoes. Price - $ 10,000
These shoes were produced by the French fashion house Louis Vuitton and presented in the new Spring-Summer 2010 collection. It was a real surprise for men - Manhattan Richelieu shoes made of luxury crocodile leather.
They self made using Blake stitching technology, which makes them especially durable, and soft kid skin creates a feeling of comfort. This pair of shoes successfully combines classic craftsmanship and vintage. Manhattan Richelieu shoes feature expertly crafted seams and a delicate, airy decorative pattern.
6. Golden shoes for running. Price – $24,000
Golden shoes... it's in the truest sense. Cinderella's crystal slippers are resting! It took 620 grams of pure gold to make this pair of shoes.
They were sold in 2007 at a pre-match press conference in Shanghai on the eve of the Shanghai Golden Grand Prixat.
I wonder if the owner of the golden shoe uses it for its intended purpose?
5. Nike Air Zoom Kobe athletic shoes 1. Price - $ 30,000
And again, Nike has released one of its most expensive models. The circulation was only 25 pairs. Their design uses images of one of the four US cities - New York, Los Angeles, Chicago or Dallas. Shoes are sold in a wooden box, on which a map of the city depicted on sneakers is drawn.
The Nike Zoom Kobe 1 is a basketball shoe released in 2005. This is Nike's first signature Kobe Bin Bryant shoe. Kobe Bean Bryant, nicknamed the Black Mamba, is an outstanding American professional basketball player and shooting guard for the Los Angeles Lakers. It was in the Nike Zoom Kobe 1 that he scored his legendary 81 points in a memorable match against the Toronto Raptors.
A feature of the Nike Zoom Kobe 1 is light (even airy) to wear; special grooves for better flexion in the front of the shoe; Synthetic leather and suede outer cover, full carbon fiber spring plate to prevent possible twisting of the foot.
4. Moro Monk Strap shoes from Testoni. Price – $38,000
The Italian brand Amadeo Testoni (Amadeo Testoni) has always been famous for its leather goods. The company was founded in 1929 in Bologna. Amedeo Testoni is known for its high quality craftsmen and products of unsurpassed quality.
Moro Monk Strap shoes are handcrafted from rare alligator leather. Thanks to a special sewing method, they are very durable and have a water-repellent effect. To get one of the most expensive shoes in the world, the craftsmen used not only all their knowledge and skills, but also the best technologies and materials that exist in the shoe business.
Moro Monk Strap shoes are trimmed with linen and goatskin on the inside. The buckle is made of gold and adorned with diamonds. One of the main advantages of this shoe is absolute waterproofness.
3. Diamond Air Force 1. Price - $50,000
Nike this sports shoes raises the bar for masculine luxury new level. The uniqueness of these sneakers lies in the company logo, made of pure gold, around the perimeter of which there are diamonds with a total weight of 11 carats. They are served at the Laced Up Boutique in Atlanta.
The diamond Air Force 1s are designed by Bruce Kilgore. It was the first basketball shoe to feature Nike Air technology. Shoes are sold in three different styles: low, medium and high. Although shoes are made different colors, the most common Air Force 1s are white.
The Air Force 1 was first produced in 1982 and discontinued in next year. They were relaunched in 1986 with Nike's modern course. Since then, over 1,700 Air Force color variations have been produced. These shoes are the #1 choice for American youth, hip-hop artists and streetball players. In 2002, the American rap group dedicated their song to these sneakers.
All men have known since childhood that there should be at least one “fur-lined boots” in the wardrobe - the very ones that are not afraid of long winter walks, games in the snow and skiing. But if in childhood such shoes are worn without desire, then the adult representatives of the stronger sex are in awe of their winter "friends". But finding the perfect pair of shoes is not easy. The Ferlenz online store will help you choose and advise you on how to purchase the warmest winter boots. Men's secrets - in our material.
Models of men's winter shoes
Russian winter would not be written about in poetry and prose if it were not so severe and unpredictable. Shoes this season in Russia are waiting for special tests: either frost to -30 degrees, then sleet, then slush, then caustic reagents on the roads. At the same time, there are not so many shoe manufacturers who would be guided by our winters. Even fewer options winter models that fit the office dress code. Nevertheless, there are high-quality men's shoes for 50 degrees of frost and our changeable winter. The main thing is to know where to look for it, and what kind of shoes a man wants to buy. For everyday wear in the cold season, there are several options:- "Work boots" - a universal option for harsh winters: powerful, warm, high on thick soles. These are familiar to everyone from the models of Timberland, CAT, Patrol. Suitable for those who spend a lot of time on the street and are not burdened with a dress code.
- "Duck boots" - so named because their noses resemble either duck beaks or paws. The front part of these models is covered with a rubber layer, due to which the shoes become resistant to moisture and more durable. “Duck boots” are optimal for regions with high rainfall and European winter; for low temperatures, it is hardly suitable, as well as for a business suit.
- Sports shoes - will survive any bad weather and warm in the cold. Their advantage is that it is on such models that manufacturers most often experiment, introducing new technologies and synthetic compounds into production. Often, models of sports shoes are equipped with special valves for ventilation and a layer that retains heat. Suitable for casual wear.
- Shoes with fur are a rarity and shoes "for an amateur". They look like classic men's shoes, only with thick soles and fur trim on the inside. Perfect for a classic suit and fit into the business dress code.
- Classic boots are the best option for those who are forced to comply with the dress code, but are not brave enough to buy shoes with natural fur. These models are made from genuine leather, with fur trim inside. They are taller than shoes, but under dress pants they are actually no different from them.
How to choose high-quality winter men's shoes
Now that the desired model is selected, you can start shopping. The main thing is to know how to choose men's winter shoes. Experts recommend paying attention to the following points:
- Material. If the shoes have to live in a harsh winter, genuine leather or nubuck will do. These materials are durable, able to retain heat and tolerate deformation well. Suede is not so practical, in winter it will get dirty and suffer from reagents, and the leather substitute will quickly crack or tear in the cold. Distinguish leatherette from natural material You can just touch it: artificial leather will be cool to the touch, and the real one will be warm. For greater confidence, it is better to check the cuts: the inside of the leatherette will be fabric, and the real leather will be fleecy.
- insulation. Only natural fur is not afraid of severe frosts. If you push it apart with your fingers, you will see a fleecy base, artificial material fabric base. Quite often, manufacturers deceive buyers by decorating the visible inside of the shoes with natural fur, and socks with artificial fur, so the owners of such winter boots constantly cold toes.
- Sole. The best men's winter boots will only have soles that are thicker than one centimeter. Anything that is thinner will not warm in winter. The ideal materials for this shoe element are rubber, polyurethane and polyvinyl chloride - they do not let water through. But not leather: it slips very strongly in winter, just like any smooth non-grooved sole.
- Size. It is better to choose winter shoes one or even two sizes larger. Firstly, it will be possible to wear boots with warm socks, and secondly, it will be better for the thermoregulation process to take place, and the feet will not freeze for a long time.
- Price. Obviously, the warmest winter shoes cannot be very cheap. The low cost should alert more than please. However, you can still save on purchases by using a service that works directly with suppliers. The Ferlenz online store is just that, so you can buy shoes on this site a little cheaper than in most other stores.
Rating of men's winter shoes
As already noted, not many manufacturers are ready to offer products for the cold and changeable Russian winter. We have compiled a rating of brands whose shoes can survive 30-degree frost, temperature changes and slush. Models of all listed companies can be purchased at the Ferlenz online store.