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Ladies' Ultra-Uber-Cool Grunge, Goth, & Glamour Boots

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I don't own enough pairs of boots...

 

I love boots. Ever since I saw the movie Underworld I have coveted a pair of serious @#$%kicking chunky-heeled skin-tight thigh-high boots like the pair worn by Kate Beckinsale's Lycan-hunting vampire. (Come to think of it, make that Trinity from The Matrix. Yes, we'll blame the beautiful Carrie-Anne.)

Not long after Underworld I bought my first pair of Doc Martens, but my ultimate goal is a chunky high-heeled boot - I have my eye on either the Slush 225, the Harley-Davidson Temptation, or the Doc Martens C320.

... but I can dream! 

I'm embarrassed to admit that I own only two pairs of cool boots - my Docs (those are mine pictured in the intro) and a cheaper pair of mid-calf boots with a fairly decent platform heel on them. I own a pair of gorgeous shoes that have so much attitude they think they're boots (in other words, wear them under jeans and they look like boots). I love those shoes more than my Docs. (Ooh, did I just admit that in public?)

I also own the cheapest pair of Ugg boots I could find and I hate them. But one winter I was so cold I needed them, so they hang out in the back of my cupboard and my comfy and very warm pair of hiking socks jeer at them because I'd rather walk around in socks than Ugg boots. I dream about owning a specific pair of Ugg boots that actually look quite cool - but then I remember my pair at the back of my cupboard and think "Nuh... I'll save up for the Harleys instead."

So, you can help me finance my dream of owning more than two pairs of sort-of cool boots (and at least one pair of ultra-hot boots) by buying your own boots through this lens - we both get something: isn't that a cool idea? And then I can come back here and show off my new boots and you can drool.

Okay, I'm teasing - I'd rather you went off to Kiva.org and loaned one of those enthusiastic but disadvantaged entrepreneurs some money first - then you can come back here and not feel guilty.

Come on in and dream a bit with me, anyway.

What do you like? 

Not everyone loves chunky platform thigh-high boots (how could you not??!!) - so there's something here for everyone who loves a little glamour.

Jump to:

Heels:

Platform and chunky heels | Delicate, dainty, or stilletto heels

Flats:

Chunky flats | Dainty flats

Specific brand name:

Doc Martens | Harley-Davidson | Slush | Gothika | Swing | Christian Dior | Calvin Klein | AK Anne Klein | Kenneth Cole | Gucci | Dolce and Gabbana | Roxy | Jessica Simpson | Carlos by Carlos Santana | Nine West

These are the looks that started my obsession... 

Trinity from The Matrix, and Selena from Underworld

Buy Trinity poster at Art.comBuy Underworld poster at Art.com

The shoes with attitude 

These are Them (with a Capital T). The shoes that think they're boots. Aren't they great? (I can pretend at least!)

Did you know that you can cheat and make a pair of shoes look like boots? If you have a great pair of closed shoes, see the instructions on my Pirate Costumes lens for making "boot gaiters" (or extensions).

Thigh high boot tops from Costume Craze If you have a sturdy sewing machine and use a thin faux leather fabric, you could even make gaiters that you could wear "out-of-costume" - ie, convincing enough to pass public scrutiny.

(Pictured left) Costume Craze sell these thigh high vinyl boot toppers for $15.99 - a cheap way to get a sexy boot look.

Chunky platform high heel boots 

I think I'm in love...

Oh boy, oh boy, oh boy! Look what I found! That's exactly what I was looking for. Look at those plats, look at those heels, look at all those shiny, shiny buckles!

(See I knew I had to do a lens on boots for a reason.)
SLUSH-225, 4 3/4

SLUSH-225, 4 3/4" Gothic 4 Buckle Platform Knee Boots up to Size 14, Demonia by Pleaser USA

Oooooh, I want...!

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ELECTRA-2042, Color: Black Pu, Women's Size (US): 9

ELECTRA-2042, Color: Black Pu, Women's Size (US): 9

Yes, please!

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TORMENT-804, Color: Black PU, Women's Size (US): 6

TORMENT-804, Color: Black PU, Women's Size (US): 6

A big heavy on the buckles, but still a good look.

Amazon Price: $147.00 (as of 10/13/2008)

These are cute 

These are lace-up platform boots with a wonderful heel. If you're looking for more colours than black (what?!) - this is the selection for you.
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Chunky flat, semi-flat, and non-platform boots 

Doc Martens 

The Doc Martens style boot was invented by german doctor Klaus Martens in 1945, after an ankle injury made it uncomfortable for him to wear standard army boots. He designed a pair of boots using softer leather and "air cushioned" soles.

Women were Doctor Martens' first customers, and today Docs remain just as popular with girls who know what they "goth".

Doc Marten boots 

Dr. Marten's Unisex Original 20 Eye Boot

Dr. Marten's Unisex Original 20 Eye Boot

This is the pair of Docs that I have. My only (personal) complaint is that the heel height is too low for me.

Amazon Price: (as of 10/13/2008)

Dr. Martens Women's Jenna High Boot,Red,7 UK (US Women's 9 M)

Dr. Martens Women's Jenna High Boot,Red,7 UK (US Women's 9 M)

I wouldn't mind a pair of these because of the higher heel and the cool colour.

Amazon Price: (as of 10/13/2008)

Grab a Doc bargain on eBay 

Save money on second-hand, or even on un-used, Doc Martens. Keep an eye out, because Docs "made in England" may become collector's items. Doc Martens pulled out of the UK in 2003 and switched their operations to China. It's still early days, but grab these UK-made boots while you can!

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Harley-Davidson 

Harley-Davidson have a wide range of clothing, boots, and shoes for both men and women. I think they would have us believe that these items are for wearing while riding a Harley - both some of their stuff is just too cool to wear with a helmet...

(Jump to Dressier Harleys - these have pointed toes and a slight heel)
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High-Heeled Dress Boots 

These are my "dress" boots - they have a half-height platform and a nice heel, and look really good under jeans.

Seriously sexy... 

Oh wow! Now THESE are thigh-highs. Are you brave enough?
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5" Heel Thigh High Stretc...

Calvin Klein High-Heeled Dress Boots 

See a Calvin Klein flat boot instead.
Calvin Klein Women's Strippy (Dk Brown/Dk Brown 7.5 M)
Calvin Klein Women's Stri...

Christian Dior High-Heeled Dress Boots 

Women's Shoes - Ladies Christian Dior Black Suede Leather Vintage Bottine Ankle Boots (Authentic VVV71134) (36 - US 5 to 5.5)
Women's Shoes - Ladies Ch...

Dolce and Gabbana High-Heeled Dress Boots 

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Dressier Harleys 

Pointy toes look a little daintier and more ladylike, I suppose. To me these look a bit like Cowboy boots... (but then I'm an Aussie, so don't shoot me!)
Harley Davidson Women's Desiree Boot - 8M Black
Harley Davidson Women's D...

Dainty flats 

Flat shoes and boots make me feel like I'm walking uphill. But that's just me. I know many people who prefer flats to heels, and you're probably more sensible than me.
MIA Women's Caravan Boot
MIA Women's Caravan Boot
Steve Madden Women's Musicall Flat Boot
Steve Madden Women's Musi...
Thigh High Boots Flat Heels Leather Thigh High Boots
Thigh High Boots Flat Hee...

Kenneth Cole Flat Boot 

Kenneth Cole REACTION Women's Make Love Boot,Coffee,9 M
Kenneth Cole REACTION Wom...

Kenneth Cole on eBay 

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Prada on eBay 

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Gucci Flat Boots 

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Gucci on eBay 

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Calvin Klein Flat Boot 

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Calvin Klein on eBay 

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Jessica Simpson shoes on eBay 

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Christian Dior on eBay 

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Dolce and Gabbana on eBay 

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Tell me about your boot obsessions 

Are the movies to blame for you too?

Go ahead - tell me I'm strange...

relache

I grok exactly what you are talking about! I own a pair of Smegg boots, made in London. They are 6" stack heels, platform soles, with knee-high, buckling shin guards. My ex called them my Klingon boots. They rock!

Posted June 10, 2008
rms

Thank you for the wonderful addition to my Gothic Temptations Group!

Posted November 25, 2007
rms

This lens is fantastic. I loved those boots in Underworld too! Please consider adding this lens to my Gothic Temptations Group. I think it would be a perfect fit!

Posted October 22, 2007
ey_jay

great lens about boots but I'm not used to wear it 'coz I'm a short legged. ^_^ But thanks anyway for the infos

Posted October 03, 2007
Crystal_Booth

I agree! You can never have enough boots. Wonderful lens here. I left you 5 stars. Trinity (from the Matrix) is my favorite. My chat name is Trinity. : ) Also, Thanks so much for your blessing on my Legitimate Data Entry lens. ~ Crystal

Posted May 30, 2007
 
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