Let’s begin with “What exactly is a slouchy boot”? Slouchy boots are boots characterized by their soft, wrinkled legs. This particular type of leg on a boot was popularized in the 80s and gives an outfit a relaxed, yet trendy look for Fall 2024. And the slouchy boot is very much trending in Fall 2024. You will find this style in a flat or heeled version, as well as mid calf or knee high. You will also find the slouchy boot made of a myriad of materials such as Fine Italian suede or leather, denim and textured textiles.
You will find a well made slouchy boot at Embassy London. This relaxed, timeless style is making its comeback in a more refined, elegant silhouette and in colors such as chocolate brown and deep burgundy. As with any other boot on the market, slouchy boots come in many different heel heights, but the best heel to transition from day to night is this year’s popular kitten heel or a sturdy block heel. But if you want a younger, more hip version of the slouch boot then maybe opt for a slouched cowboy boot or a slouched lug sole sole boot.
As with all well-made women's designer boots, the Italian leather can be scrunched to create the slouching effect, but it's not permanent. You can also wear them scrunched down or up. The fit of the slouch boot is what so often appeals to women with wider calves. It allows for the boot to float around the leg instead of fitting snugly.
Now that you have decided to add a slouchy boot to your 2024 collection, what should you wear with it? If the slouchy boot is one that is thigh high, with a pointy toe, then a short sweater dress could be really fun. Or if the slouchy boot is more of an ankle boot, then tucking in a pair of designer jeans with an argyle sweater is the perfect weekend getaway outfit. Or if the slouchy boot is more of a bootie, test out a rock n roll look with black leather leggings and an oversized blazer for a night on the town.
One last comment about slouchy boots is a complaint that you will hear that they can gap and appear unflattering. When shopping for slouchy boots you want to ensure the pair you purchase doesn’t have too much space, especially between the boot and the calf. This doesn’t mean they need to be fitted; because they are supposed to be loose, but aim for a couple of fingers in space, but no more than that. And it's best if the slouchy boot has a straight collar at the very top of the boot. This is the band that will allow it to stay up and keep its shape around the leg.
Shopping for slouchy boots for Fall 2024? Make sure you check out the selection at Embassy London. This brand creates handcrafted boots from Italian leather with silhouettes that are both comfortable and on trend.