And today this unknown will be fashionable shoes, the names of which we see on price tags or in product descriptions, but we don’t understand what’s what. What are these new mules everyone is talking about? And how are mules different from clogs? Who are grandmothers? My head is spinning.
Today I decided to release the second part of the shoe dictionary. The first one was published quite a long time ago and was dedicated to the types of heels. I assure you that we will not stop at two chapters, otherwise the topic of shoes will not be fully covered, so stay tuned. The point, of course, is not that I’m harmful, but that you simply won’t remember all the names, so we’ll take in new knowledge in portions.
Sandals
I think we'll start with the simplest thing. Sandals are lightweight shoes without heels, the sole of which is secured to the foot with straps or ropes. Similar-sounding “sandals” are easiest to compare with children's boots. They have a heel counter and closed toe.
Espadrilles
Espadrilles are fabric slippers with flat rope soles made from natural materials. This, you know, is an eco-friendly option for the summer.
Mules
Mules won the title of the most fashionable shoes this season, and it happened for a reason. Compared to other shoes, mules are the most comfortable and stable. How to find them? Look for mules with heels, you can't go wrong.
Sabo
Many people do not understand how mules differ from clogs. And I will gladly tell you. Clogs are like mules only with wedges. Therefore, if you call one another, nothing bad will happen. We can say that these are “shoe subtleties” that are practically unimportant in life. As a reference, I will say that in France “clogs” were the name for wooden shoes. And, indeed, for a very long time their wedges were made of wood. My mother once wore wooden shoes like these.
Grandmothers
I would like to say that babushki are called that because they are very similar to grandma’s shoes, but no. The association will be different; in the original, babushi are the shoes of the Turkish Sultan or galoshes without a backdrop. Over time, granny slippers evolved into fashionable leather slippers. Very comfortable and a little funny, probably because of the name.
I hope now you understand what’s what and won’t be afraid of strange names on the label. Stay tuned, the next part of the shoe dictionary will be released very soon.
A few seasons ago, the fashion community was divided into two camps: those who hated Birkenstocks and those who were crazy about them. Rough orthopedic sandals fit perfectly into normcore norms. But as soon as normcore gave way to a more sophisticated minimalism, the need arose to modify the shoes. Laconic mules with a closed instep have returned to fashion, and in the new season babushkas have been added to them. Read more about the history of the babushka and mules in ours, and in this article we will show you what you can wear them with this summer.
Grandmothers
Babouches are soft shoes without a heel and without a heel, a kind of leather house slippers originally from Africa. Distinctive feature This type is the heel, which is not just absent from the design of the shoe, but, as if worn out, is embedded inside. In our selection, we present alternative options inspired by grandmothers - models with a closed and open nose. These models do not have a heel in the design, and they stay on the foot thanks to the upper, which completely covers the instep.
Wear grannies with simple cut items - a tunic, a straight coat, a shirt dress. Craft styles made from thick, soft leather, for example, will look natural with denim and linen, while more elegant babouches can be worn with silk and velvet. An open heel is not a reason to refuse shoes evening out. Velvet and satin babushkas, as well as models with rich decor, go well with evening dress in lingerie style, pajama suit and satin trousers.
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Flip-flops
Orthopedic flip-flops, like Jimena Gil and Calvin Klein, are another alternative to boring Birkenstocks. Similar in shape, but less massive due to the straps, flip-flops will become everyday summer shoes. We don't recommend wearing them to work, but for walking around the city on a hot day, you can't think of anything better.
The design is well thought out, so the shoes do not slip off your feet, but nevertheless, flip-flops require some skill: putting them on for the first time, you risk rubbing a callus on the delicate skin of your fingers. We recommend wearing your shoes at home or for short distances, and if trouble does happen, use it. If you're not familiar with it yet, we highly recommend it, it's practically magic.
We recommend leaving simpler beach flip-flops, like those for the beach and surrounding areas. Wear them with a swimsuit and tunic, and for walks along the promenade, wear them with a high-waisted midi skirt and a short, fitted top.
Mules
The name “mules” did not appear yesterday, but we learned about it. Mules are very similar to clogs, some models can even be classified as both types. There are no strict division criteria, so we offer our own classification: mules are distinguished from clogs by a more refined shape, an open toe and the obligatory heel. We classify anything that has a more massive shape, a wedge heel and a closed nose as a clog. The types are discussed in more detail in.
The advantage of mules is that, depending on the decor, they can be adjusted to different clothing styles. The model's caramel skin, charming fabric bow and comfortable heel call for a pencil skirt and blouse, and gold stilettos immediately make you want to wear a cocktail dress. For every day, architectural metal heels are an excellent choice. The soft leather upper is comfortable on the foot, and natural colors Versatile when paired with jeans.
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Fashion changes rapidly every season, and designers never cease to amaze us with new shoe models. More and more often on world catwalks you can see extraordinary shoes that resemble oriental-style slippers. These are the so-called babushi - shoes without backs with flat soles. As a rule, babushki are made from the finest leather and decorated with bright decor, embroidery, stones or ribbons. Soft slippers without backs look impressive under wide, long trousers and dresses. Granny shoes are most often combined with a summer wardrobe, but in the warm spring or autumn season such shoes can also remain relevant.
Story
What babouches are was first learned by Moroccan women who used soft shoes without heels and backless everyday life. It was convenient to visit the mosque in such slippers and quickly take off your shoes during prayer. Moroccan shoes were easy to put on and take off, without the need to bend over or unfasten clasps. Women's slippers made of soft leather were sewn with an elongated rounded toe in the oriental style. And it is precisely this feature that has attracted the attention of European designers, who like to dilute traditional clothing collections with bright accessories mixed with oriental notes.
In the middle of the 16th century, slippers from Morocco arrived in Europe as overseas souvenirs. However, French women really liked shoes made of soft leather with intricate patterns. European fashionistas decorated their grandmothers with pearls and precious stones, embroidered with gold threads. As house shoes, grannies have firmly established themselves in the wardrobe of many European women.
Grandmothers took to the streets and catwalks again in the 70s of the twentieth century during the era of bright, extraordinary hippies. Comfortable shoes flat sole with a bright design went perfectly with spectacular images hippie.
Much later, already in 2016, everyone started talking about stylish grandmothers again. fashion houses Europe. Amy Sell, an American of African descent, began promoting comfortable mules for the street on her Instagram page. Fashion critics appreciated these shoes and awarded Amy Sell's grandmother's collection with many positive reviews.
After fashionistas from all over the world wanted to buy themselves a pair of fashionable and comfortable mules, European designers began to include grannies in their catwalk shows, showing original images with oriental-style shoes.
Grandmothers on the catwalks
Celine's cruise collection of creative and unusual shoes gained the most popularity in 2016. The designers tried very hard to give the grandmothers a glamorous look. appearance, complementing them with bright patterns, rich decoration and non-standard design. Later, the grandmothers were seen in the shows of Chanel, Balenciaga, Victoria Beckham.
Pumps with a pointed toe and without a back can be a stylish addition to both a business suit and a bright summer look. Next, we will look at the main images in which stylish fashionable grannies will become an integral accessory.
Modern designers are accustomed to shocking and surprising audiences on world catwalks with non-standard combinations of clothing, shoes and accessories. Babouche fits perfectly into the popular trend of wearing everything that brings convenience and comfort. Coat and slippers? Very stylish! Socks with mules? Incredibly relevant! A fur coat with Moroccan shoes is the perfect combination! Such fashion trends offer Gucci, Miu Miu, Mango and other brands. Mega-popular models with bows were presented in the Mango collection, and such babushkas became a luxurious addition summer dresses and sundresses. ZARA has slightly modernized the shoes and offers a high platform model with laces.
Babushki and mules - what's the difference
Exquisite and colorful babouche slippers are the national footwear of Morocco, widespread in many countries of northwestern Africa and Asia. Handmade and bright design make each shoe model an exclusive product that every fashionista craves to own.
Another type of shoe similar to grandma's is neat and compact mules. The main difference between the two models of mules is the presence of a small heel and a strongly rounded toe in mules. City slippers - also called leather mules - originally appeared in the wardrobe of French women in the mid-19th century. In the modern era, not only French women, but also our fashionistas are actively introducing mules into their image, enjoying the aesthetic appearance of bright shoes and the comfort that they give while wearing.
What to wear with grannies
- Office option - pair straight trousers with a simple cut and a white or bright blouse with black leather mules. Long trousers will cover your heel, and pointed socks will look stylish and relevant for an office look. Some shoe models are equipped with a special strap around the ankle or heel, which helps the shoe stay on the foot and not slip off when walking.
- Friendly party - under jeans of any style, you can wear bright colored babushkas with or without decoration. Large jewelry and a bright clutch will stylishly complement the entire look.
- Summer look - dresses in linen style, chiffon and satin sundresses are in perfect harmony with white or bright street slippers.
- Under outerwear shoes without heels and without backs are worn only on the catwalk. In everyday life, you can wear a jacket or jacket with a fitted cut under your babushi.
Oriental shoes perfectly demonstrate that in order to look fashionable, you don’t have to wear high heels or stilettos. Comfortable, practical babushkas can also become an exquisite addition to a fashionable women's wardrobe.
White trousers + black jacket + brown leather belt and matching bag
Mules are shoes without a back. The foot is supported in them by the vamp (the front part of the shoe). In ancient Rome, noble people wore them. In the fifteenth century, these shoes became indoor shoes. Firstly, for reasons of convenience (my leg flew out). Secondly, the bare heel was considered too provocative a detail. This was the case until the 20th century. Some say that the first woman to change the attitude towards these shoes was Jean Harlow, others believe that this was the merit of Marilyn Monroe. The exact answer can no longer be found. But the fact is that in the 50s, mules with heels began to be worn in society. This season, mules have gained a new round of popularity. They can be found in the wardrobes of style icons, celebrities, and fashion bloggers. Read the article further and you will find out:
- women's mules - what kind of shoes are they;
- what types and models are in trend;
- what to combine these shoes with depending on your style and lifestyle
- differences from clogs.
How are mules different from clogs?
“Mules and clogs - what's the difference?” - a question that worries many women. It arises not without reason, because at first glance they are similar. In fact, the models differ: 
Heel and sole
Mules can have stiletto heels or small, stable heels. There are also flat ones. But the distinctive feature of clogs is the massive sole.
Style
Clogs and mules are designed for different looks. The difference is that the former are an everyday option, while the latter are suitable for work meetings, dates and parties. Mules shoes are a more sophisticated model that requires proper compatibility with clothing and events.
Convenience
The clog generally holds the foot in place well, and the platform is durable. Your legs won't get too tired in them. You shouldn't expect this from other heels.
Popularity
Which of these shoes are fashionable today? Of course, mules are more popular in 2019!
Watch the video review on the topic:
Choosing a model
Leopard print on shoes effectively complements white jeans and a mustard T-shirt Now that it is clear what kind of shoes these are and what the difference is, let’s look at what models exist. This season, the following models are especially relevant by type of material:
- leather;
- suede;
- from leatherette;
- velvet;
- satin;
- textile;
- brocade;
- wicker
Heeled
Flat sole (no heel)
Flat shoes in 2019 it is often chosen for casual looks. They add style to the look and are quite comfortable to wear. If there is no need to stretch out the silhouette, then feel free to collect fashionable bow without heels.
Wedge heel
Wedge heel- this option will add height and make a woman’s foot even more graceful.
With a closed nose
The shape of closed shoes is distinguished with a sharp, square and rounded toe. Suede shoes in nude shades are suitable for a photo walk with friends. It’s convenient, and the shots will turn out stylish. 
With an open nose
Shoes with a square open toe are fashionable this season. They look sophisticated and will easily fit into a romantic look. Well, the flat version will help out when traveling to hot countries, and is also suitable for quiet city bows. 
With a sharp nose
Visually adding length to the foot. Therefore, be careful if you large size legs, perhaps it is better to take a closer look at the rounded nose. 
With Fur
The model with fur is an extraordinary but popular model released by Gucci. If you wear such shoes, then it is better not to use fur elements in your clothes. But they go well with a coat. There are also shoes with decorative fur on top. It is made in a pajama style, which is now popular in the women's fashion industry.
Fashionable colors
Black
Black embroidered mules have become a trend this year. They look interesting, but at the same time do not lose their versatility. Black shoes can also be combined with loose pants with bright stripes and even with light fabrics. In general, you can wear a black model with any prints in clothes, because it is the base color. 
White
As is known, white easily combined with all the others. Therefore, such an acquisition will be practical option. White mules with a pointed toe, for example, will be “in place” in combination with midi skirts. 
Colored
If the entire look is collected in one color, then create a bright accent with multi-colored shoes. The main thing is that the colors of the clothes and the colors of the shoes match each other in compatibility. The following options are especially relevant:
Finishing and design
The following decorative elements can be used as finishing:
Based on the design of the vamp, these shoes can resemble the most various types shoes:
- flip-flops;
- slippers;
- espadrilles;
- slip-ons;
- shoes;
- loafers;
- sandals;
- grandmas.
Brands
Mules can be found in the collections of luxury brands: 
- Gucci;
- Karlo PAZOLINI;
- Dior;
- Chanel;
- Hermes;
- Michael Kors.
Budget options are presented in the product lines of manufacturers Zara, H&M, Baldinini, Mango.
What to wear with it?
The question remains: what to combine mules with? With anything, really. There are so many of them that you can create an unlimited number of bows. Read on and you will learn a lot of interesting ideas.
skirts
Fur ones look interesting with midi skirts. For denim skirt with buttons on the front, choose open-toe heels. A bold look can be achieved with open-toe shoes and a layered skirt made of translucent fabric.
dresses
WITH short dresses We do not recommend wearing high heel. Stable ones up to 7 cm will look much better. If you were wondering what to wear with flat shoes, then long shirt dresses would be an excellent option. A plain dress with a wrap will suit open shoes in the color of the accessories with a 2-3 cm heel. For a bright dress with a print, choose flat options in sand tones.
With a white lace dress 
Look with a shirt dress 
Striped sundress + turtleneck 
With an asymmetrical brown dress 
trousers
Fashionable Mules shoes with buckle fit without a doubt classic trousers. Pair wide cropped pants with embroidered suede loafers. Long trousers - with a pointed toe.
Leather trousers + black jacket 
Beige 7/8 backpacks + black shirt + hat + suede shoes
Jeans
Jeans are a casual item, so for a more interesting look, choose a colored heel unusual shape. Co light jeans Fashionable wicker models look interesting. Spend the summer season with this wonderful combination. For moms with turn ups, choose a flat sole. And with tapered ones you can have high heels.
shorts
Pointed shoes go well with denim shorts. For long fabric shorts, wear closed-toe shoes with wide heels.
Culottes
What to wear with flat mules is denim culottes. Pointed-toe shoes go well with leather pants dark shades. Wear ruffled culottes with light-colored open shoes. For example, an option with ties. A glass heel also fits here.
pantsuit
Fashionable mules-loafers and pointed-toed models harmonize with suits. Black lacquered ones with gold decor or tassels look especially stately. 
There are a huge variety of different types of shoes today. The choice of shoes is so wide that absolutely any girl will be able to choose the best option for herself - for every taste and budget. Needless to say, high-quality shoes should be as comfortable as possible, look beautiful, and be durable and wear-resistant. When we talk about summer or late spring shoes, we most often mean sandals, light sneakers, open shoes and numerous variations on the theme. Today we will talk about shoes such as clogs and mules and find out what they are, what the differences are, what and how best to choose, and what to combine with.
Clogs and mules: what are they?
Clogs are a type of footwear invented quite a long time ago; at the very moment of their inception, they were something like wooden shoes without a backdrop. Today, clogs are women's shoes with heels, without a back, with a closed nose, which most often has a rounded or even slightly square shape. The heel itself and the sole of the clog are most often made to look like wood. These shoes are quite practical and versatile, they are quite easy to combine with most different clothes, this is a fairly comfortable shoe option for the summer.
Mules are also shoes without a backdrop, but the presence of heels in them is not at all necessary. The presence of heels and soles made of wood-like material is also not significant here; most often, mules are quite elegant and have a rather cute design. Mules are not always closed; they often have a toe that opens thumbs legs, they are also easy to combine with various options summer clothes.
Mules and clogs: what are their differences?
These shoes are similar in many ways because both mules and clogs have a completely open heel. But if clogs are exclusively open-front shoes, then mules can be very different, they can have an open toe. Most often, clogs have a rather rough sole, as well as a stable, thick heel “like wood” or some other “natural” material, while mules are most often quite elegant, can be very elegant, and fit well with sophisticated, feminine images. Clogs always have heels, mules may well have flat soles.
Mules and clogs: what is best to combine them with
Both mules and clogs fit a lot of different summer looks. Mules are great option for flowy summer dresses, especially light ones. They go well with skirts in general, romantic images, this is a very good shoe option for a date. Mules go well with white trousers, as well as light pink, light blue, and cream. Clogs are perfect for hippie looks, for “cowgirl” style looks, they are in harmony with natural materials, and look good with denim sets - for example, vests and shorts, or jeans and denim shorts. Overall, shorts are the perfect outfit to wear with clogs. Thus, there is a difference in style, mules are better suited for romantic images, clogs - for the more relaxed.
Mules and clogs: how to choose the right one
Clogs are always shoes with heels; options with mules are possible, but in any case, both shoes need careful fitting. Be sure to pay attention to the quality of the fittings, soles, and heels. Choose the one that suits you best color scheme, focus on your own style: if shorts and trousers predominate in your summer wardrobe, then choose clogs; if dresses and skirts, then it is best to choose mules. The height of the heel depends only on you: choose the option that is convenient for you.
Clogs and mules: where to buy
If you want to choose beautiful and high-quality clogs or mules for the summer, then be sure to pay attention to the assortment of the online store snosu.net.ua. We have clogs and mules of the highest quality, at the most reasonable prices. High quality materials, fittings, heels, soles, incredibly beautiful design, as well as a choice among which every girl will find the ideal option for herself! “Gino Figini” shoes are ideal for those who value the optimal balance between price and quality!
