In recent years, the influence of streetwear in the fashion world has been enormous. Everyone wore hoodies and sneakers, cute and casual. But the tide is turning completely. A more formal wardrobe is being rehabilitated, and the evening shoe in particular plays a key role in this. Fashion editor David Devriendt explains why sneakers have become obsolete moccasinsmoccasins and other moccasins.
Our mothers and grandmothers liked to wear it: the stiff and solid shoe. The thing had as much sex appeal as a tax return, but it was qualitative and comfortable. In the year 2022, models, stars and influencers are again succumbing en masse to moccasins and moccasins. The white sock loafer is also the trademark of style icon Hailey Bieber. And also other “beautiful shoes” like of ballerina in boots do well again.
Grandparents in the same sneakers? Not beautiful
Fashion editor David traces the trend: “For a long time, streetwear pushed classic silhouettes and tailoring into oblivion. Young people who wanted to dress stylishly wore sneakers. And preferably from trendy brands like Balenciaga or Yeezy. But the moment something trendy becomes too mainstream, it loses its charm. In other words, when your idiot grandparents wear the same sneakers, they’re no longer cool. “
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Precisely because there has been an abundance of sneaker launches, we are saturated. “Warning: it remains a classic that will continue to have a permanent place in our wardrobe for decades to come. But we notice that there is a backlash in the fashion world. It can be classy again these days, and a little more chic and stiffer, “says David.”Preppy fashion is on the rise.“
Preppy, but the moccasin is still rebellious
So it shouldn’t come as a surprise that stores nowadays are filled with blazers and discreet wool pants. The leather moccasin is also part of it. And there are several explanations for this, which interact and reinforce each other, says David. “Loafers and moccasins are still fashion classics. They are shoes that we associate with craftsmanship, know-how, history. They trusted something. And in a society in crisis, we like to go back to wearing such familiar clothes ”.
But in addition to that classic image, the slip-on also has a subversive side. “This also pleases the new generations. Just think of Dr. Martens’ moccasins: these sturdy pistils are inextricably linked to rebellious subcultures and fans. And apart from that, it’s a passe-partout. You can create a punk look with it, a skaterboy can wear loafers perfectly, but it also suits someone who adheres to the clean Italian style. “
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You don’t have to bend down or tie your laces
David continues: “It also fits into the ’90s revival, which is still ongoing. In the 1990s, people tended to appropriate classical symbols and give them a completely different meaning. This is happening now. You wear like your grandfather, but give your style. And we must not forget that, just like sneakers, moccasins are quite comfortable shoes. You don’t even have to bend down to tie your laces. “
In recent years, well-known brands have introduced leather moccasins to the market, which were immediately coveted. David: “In 2020, the Italian fashion house Prada launched black loafers with the triangular logo on them. Gucci loafers also have iconic status and the luxury brand Fratelli Rossetti is also known for their shoes. And did you know that the British city of Northampton is known as the shoe capital of the UK? There you may find many shops selling quality loafers. Slightly cheaper and closer to home are Dr. Martens and Sebago.
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Since the solid leather loafer is so versatile, you can also wear it in different ways. “It’s a unisex garment that can be worn by women, men and people who don’t identify with these binary gender categories,” said David. “Personally, I think the slip-on is at its best when you see the complete silhouette of the shoe. It is a little hidden under the long, baggy pants. Paired with elegant trousers or short jeans, on the other hand, it looks elegant. You can also wear it with a mini skirt. Some prefer the preppy style, others prefer a plaid skirt like Avril Lavigne, which is now back to being a popular style icon. In short, you can really go in all directions with it.
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