Chunky Boots have Changed the Fashion Industry

 Is fun footwear taking over the industry? Over the years practicality has been at the forefront of mainstream sneaker fashion, but as of late practicality has begun to decrease in importance to the mainstream audiences. The Astro boy mischief big red boot is a sneaker that I believe encapsulates this ideology of fun and “out their designs” dethroning practicality in terms of what Sneakerheads want. Boots have always been a staple part of the modern fashion wardrobe but Mschf has used nostalgia, innovation, and creativity to reimagine what a boot can really be.

Mschf’s big red boots are a polarizing phenomenon, and ever since the first pictures of these boots got posted the fashion world cannot make up its mind about them. Advocates of the boots are praising mischief for their out-of-the-box thinking and innovative creativity while their critics are bashing the brand for their disregard for current fashion rules. No matter what side you’re on you cannot argue that these boots have taken the world by storm. 

The rise in popularity of the large chunky boot can be traced back to one extremely influential fashion pioneer. Ye who previously went by the name of Kanye west has always been a major influence in Main Street fashion and men's wear. Ye took the world by storm earlier this year when he decided to depart from his usual sneakers in favor of a pair of redwing work boots. This new look garnered a lot of media attention, The initial reaction from the mainstream media was mostly negative as they were criticizing Ye for going against the grain and challenging the fashion norm. Eventually, this look gained popularity among individuals interested in streetwear and ultimately led to where we are currently in fashion. Without Ye introducing this new aesthetic Mschf’s big red boots would not be as highly looked upon as they are right now.

There has recently been a major shift in the way individuals are looking at fashion. People are craving individuality now more than ever, and they are using fashion as a vehicle for these individualistic goals. People are looking at the uniqueness that derives from these boots and they are extremely interested in this never-before-imagined
design. These boots offer individuals the opportunity to stand apart from the majority while expressing themselves visually through the use of fashion.

You cannot talk about these boots without talking about one huge design flaw. The big issue people who already have the boot are having with this sneaker is the fact that they won’t come off without a fight. Many individuals have expressed frustration after slipping on the boot and not being able to take it off. Many influencers who have been gifted this boot have had to cut the back of them in order to free their feet. So if you are one of the many individuals who are captivated by this design and really want to grab a pair of these, make sure you go up a full size from your normal shoe size.

If you are interested in picking up these polarizing big red boots they will be available through Mschf’s sneaker app on February 16th for a retail price of $350.