Tag Archives: hideous boots

Open-Back Boots

I was going to pose the question, “These boots would be good for ___”, but Net-a-porter has already explained it! “LD Tuttle’s open-back taupe leather boots exude directional downtown cool.” So the mystery is solved.   They are good for for … Continue reading

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Explain the Open Toe

Suede boots with shearling trim and a contrasting rib-knit shaft. Ugh, fine, fur and knit for warmth…..but why the open toe?! Anyone who buys these boots ($1,300 Guiseppe Zanotti for Thakoon) is out of her fucking mind.

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What’s Missing?

If only these boots had ______________________. (opening ceremony $630)

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I’m Too Smart For Alex Wang

He thought I’d make fun of this “sock boot” by combining a lace-up shoe with a folded-over top and a knee high boot. And he was so desperate to get a reaction from me that he even added a silver … Continue reading

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Again With the Alex Wang

A thoughtful girl named Lauren sent a link to these achingly ugly monstrosities by our friend Al Wang. They’re at Opening Ceremony for only $925. The description begins: “alexander wang knows a thing or two about what a girl wants.” … Continue reading

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OMG, Killing It

Sometimes it’s not enough to wear fierce boots that you can barely walk in and that make your feet look like hooves. Sometimes, you need horseshoes on the soles in order to get that Fuck, Yeah look. Here’s how Style … Continue reading

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Almost Prada, And Yet…

At first glance, the Obscene Boot by Jeffrey Campbell looks like an almost acceptable knock-off of those stupid thigh high garter boots by Prada. But then…. the horror of the side view! Jesus! This kind of thing could cause a … Continue reading

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Manolo Has Jumped the Shark*

What can one say about this atrocity, which features genuine ocelot fur?   Although, now that I look some more, I can see J Lo wearing these, can’t you? *This is the last time I will use Jumped the Shark. From … Continue reading

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