It has become an essential fashion item for women at La Halle. In addition to being light on the feet, derbies type shoes have a style that mixes genres. Feminized over the years, one of the most common models of men's city shoes has given way to finer and more colorful models that can be found in brands such as La Halle.
Wear derbies according to your morphology
Even if this shoe is quite simple from the outside, there are criteria to take into account when choosing it according to your morphology. If you are short and thin, or tall and thin, choose a model with flat heels and rather thin. This will elongate your figure for an elegant and feminine look. If you are small and round, or tall and round, opt for a slightly wedge heel to avoid a packed effect. Finally, if you have rather wide feet, take a model with open lacing so that the derbies are as comfortable as possible.
When should you wear your derbies?
There is no age or special occasion for wearing a pair of derbies. A mother who runs after her children will be delighted to have flat-soled derbies to move around in comfort. For maintenance, the derby works with a strict, formal and clean look, consisting of a jacket and tailored pants. A family brunch or a shopping trip will easily replace your sneakers for a casual but stylish outfit. For an everyday look, add a long beige trench coat, some gold rings and chains, and a black shoulder bag, and you've got a very trendy fall look. In the evening, with a classic fluid dress or a pretty turtleneck sweater with a short skirt, a pair of derbies will allow you to dance all night long without ending up with blisters on your feet.
Try the boyish look
If you want to honor the origins of this pair, you have two options. The first, opt for a very colorful plain suit with a pair of wedge derbies for a pop and elegant look. The other option, cozier while remaining chic, is to take an oversized shirt and boyfriend jeans out of your wardrobe.
And the socks?
Again, it's up to you. Thin socks hidden in the shoes will give way to cigarette or 7/8th trousers. Moreover, it is better not to wear too long pants that hide the shoe and therefore ruin the desired effect. Mid or high socks, plain or patterned, will go perfectly with a skirt or a sweater dress for a very feminine and glamorous look. Be careful not to mix too many colors if you opt for models of derbies in autumnal tones (camel, burgundy, navy blue). If in doubt, take a black pair. If you're feeling brave, try the bi-material models, or better, glittery, studded, metallic, gold, which will add the little detail that kills a simple outfit.
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