Moccasins are shoes with an ancient history, the origins go from the North American Indians. Once they were the main protection against sharp stones and snakes, and now are part of both female and male fashion. Despite the large variety of materials from which moccasins are made, one of the most popular and practical is genuine leather.
Peculiarities
Moccasins are shoes on a flat sole. They have tongues going up the foot, which are often decorated with decorative elements. This type of shoe has no buckle. Women's leather moccasins differ from the male more easy and bright design, but besides them, there are also unisex stags, which will be equally organically looking at any wardrobe.
When sewing, it is used both genuine leather and leatherette. The best is the calf, although if desired, you can buy models from the leather pony, crocodile, python. The sole is made of leather, rubber or rubber. Ethnic shoes do not have a separate sole at all, that is, all shoes consist of a single leather canvase in all parts.
For moccasins often give the leafers and top-catchers, however, these are three different types of shoes. Moccasin has no heel, and one of the characteristics protrudes the outer seam, fastening the upper part with the block. Loofers have a solid sole and low heel, they are more rigid. The top-column is a relief sole, there is a lacing.
Many foreign brands are engaged in the production of moccasin, for example, American Allen Edmonds, Bass, Hush Puppies, Minnetonka Moccasin, as well as Wirdsmith, Richmond from England, Hugo Boss, Harai from Germany, Zara from Spain and even famous on the whole world of the fashion house from France : Lacoste, Chanel, Dior, Yves Saint Laurent.
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One of the most striking representatives is Italy, in the territory of which there are many brands producing this shoe: Prada, Trussardi, Gucci, Fratelli Rosetti, Dolce & Gabbana, Moreschi, Alberto Guardiani, Giorgio Armani.
Models
Moccasins can be divided immediately into several types: Casual, sports, business, evening. Their main difference is the material used and appearance.
So, everyday and office moccasins will be the most laconic and convenient to not cause discomfort. The shoes for the office are most affected, performed in the basic color scheme, deprived of jewelry. Casual - more democratic, and yet so that the shoes served longer, it is deprived of the sizes in the form of large and catchy decorative elements. Most often, beads, small plates on the tongue, fringe, embroidery, act as decor.
Sports moccasins do not only from light skin, but also from textiles. Their general type of sneakers or sneakers. The sole of such shoes should be elastic, adapted for sports walking, as well as tourist hiking.
Evening moccasins have the greatest variety in their design, as they can be the most elegant. There are the most bold and bright colors, and rhinestones or stones can be added to the usual decor.
Among the non-standard models of moccasin should be selected by the driver, which is the Tod's brand. For greater convenience and clutch with pedals, their sole is equipped with spikes from rubber. There are winter moccasins that are insulated with fur.
Style tips
Moccasin has a wide range, despite the simplicity of the style. Some of them will be universal and will suit almost everything, others will be relevant only in certain situations.
Dark modest models are suitable for classic costumes, so you can safely go to work in the office. However, this shoes are simple and less business than shoes, so it is better not to put on the highest level of moccasins.
Sports models are sometimes not distinguished from sneakers, and therefore they will suit the immediate daily style. For example, they can be combined with shorts, jeans, breeches, overalls. Casual and evening moccasins will also be relevant in the summer image for every day. These can pick up short-range troughs or a short denim skirt.
Depending on the image of moccasins, both informal T-shirts and the most traditional blouses and shirts are suitable. A frequent supplement to such shoes are all sorts of casual or sports jackets with shortened sleeves and a non-standard design.
When it comes to summer shoes, many are wondering if it is possible to combine it with socks. Usually moccasins are worn without them, but short sports socks are allowed that do not look out of shoes. However, many crisp and styles put on bright and visible socks, while managing to create a stylish, albeit a little eccentric image.
