Renaissance Suede Thigh-high Boots

Renaissance Suede Thigh-high Boots

Medieval style high riding boots

Outstanding look at any medieval style event or Renaissance period live action role-playing is guaranteed for you if your apparel is completed with these admirable thigh-high boots. The design of these boots relates to transitional style from gothic to early renaissance period. They took the most prominent features of both styles - elegant long curved toe and slashes at the knee area.

They are made of natural suede of the highest quality, exceptionally soft and cozy material. The boots have modern soles that ensure a secure grip and are perfect for different types of activity - from usual walking to dancing or riding. They consist of several layers: leather insole, leather fiber board, porous breathable orthopedic base and ribbed rubber outsole. This model cannot be made with authentic soles, but one can find many other historically accurate models with leather soles in our store.

Curved toe shape looks great and doesn't detain walking. There is a lacing on the back which comes from the heel up to the knee and provides availability of circumference adjustment for a more slim-fit look. All these qualities make these boots suitable for different types of activities such as walking, running and even riding and gives you truly fantastic look.

Historical reference:

The design of these thigh-high boots belongs to Early Renaissance when severe, somber Gothic principles were replaced by return to antique values. Special attention was paid to the person with all his needs, aspirations, emotions and passions. That's why all clothing and footwear was fully functional and was aimed to provide maximum comfort for its wearer. Different details from former styles conforming these rules could be seen in renaissance clothing.
The most significant attribute of the garments of that period were slashes in elbow and knee areas. Firstly they appeared as strictly functional details (because these were places of the highest straining of fabric) and later became the main feature of the renaissance fashion.
Attire should be rich, consist of many different items, which are in harmony with each other. It is important to mention that red color in the apparel was a prerogative of nobility.

Important note about measurements:

Please take your measurements accurately - it will help us making the pair of shoes perfectly fit for you.
Please also keep in mind that suede is natural material and it will stretch that`s why it is normal that it fits very slim when you are getting your new pair. After one or two days of usage, shoes will get your feet shape.

To check how to measure yourself please click here (see video at the bottom of the page).

Please contact us if you have any additional questions.