Readings are boots designed for riding. Readings are the choice of aristocrats, which means they are elegance and convenience, beauty and a high level of practicality.

Classic readings are traditionally made of soft leather so that the rider can easily feel the movement of the horse by lightly squeezing its sides. Ridings have a high bootleg, usually up to the knees, a low heel - no more than 4cm, a flat sole, and a long and rounded toe. These boots are very comfortable for riders, they help to keep the foot in the stirrup.

Many models were originally richly decorated, the lapels were even decorated with lace, and the edges of the tops were carved with intricate patterns. But all this has passed. A after the French revolution men's boots have taken on a serious look, they have become more functional.





As for women, in an aristocratic society, horseback riding was just an amusement for them, although in older ones, including the 13th century, women rode the same way as men. And then, dressed in heavy skirts, corsets and other attributes of women's armor, it turned out that it was simply impossible to mount a horse like a man. The ladies sat sideways on the horse in a special chair with a footrest, and of course, they could not control the horse on their own.



According to some reports, in 1382, for the first time a lady's saddle was used by Anna Bohemskaya, the wife of Richard II, who conceived to change the position of the rider, turning the lady's shoulders straight - in the direction of the horse. Over time, both the rider's fit and the saddle design have changed. And by the 17th century, no self-respecting woman of the upper class would have considered it decent to sit in a man's saddle.

However, it should be noted that in those early days, women were unusually courageous riders. With such a dangerous landing on a horse, they allowed themselves to go hunting with the men and overcome obstacles. There have been cases when a horse threw a rider at all times, and I must say that women, due to lateral landing, had practically no chances to survive, they immediately fell under the hooves of their horse.

As for women's riding shoes, in the 18th century and early 19th century, women still wore ordinary leather flat slippers. In 1848, for the first time in the women's magazine Godey? It was written to Lady? Book: “Dark boots should be worn for riding. Ladies who ride a lot will appreciate the advantage of Moroccan boots. " It was just a fashion advertisement. However, women managed to achieve the right - to ride a horse like a man and wear readings.



Reading boots, or as they are also called, jockey-style boots have become practical and functional for both men and women.

Seriously and for a long time, readings came into fashion in the 60s of the twentieth century, together hippy movement... Today, reading boots are one of the most important elements of a basic wardrobe. They do not go out of fashion, and every winter season, more and more new models appear. The classic model of the readings remains with a high bootleg (up to the knee), no zipper and a low heel.

Designers combine them with tweeds and knitted clothes, tight-fitting trousers (skinny, leggings, leggings) and dresses, a skirt, a cardigan or a turtleneck. They look great with leggings and a knit sweater or poncho. These boots are versatile. They can be worn with skinny jeans or with breeches tucked into boots, combined with blouses and shirts.

Traditionally brown boots go well with any color scheme.And in addition to readings, a jockey style in clothing appeared, in which boots look advantageous both with a dress and a skirt.

Designers suggest wearing even silk or chiffon skirts in combination with strict boots, creating airy splendor. However, the optimal solution would be a combination of readings with strict straight dresses that slightly hug the figure, and a pencil skirt is the most amazing solution.



Jockey style delicately combines elements of sporty, classic and romantic style. This style can be safely used in a business setting and at a celebration, at the university and romantic meetings.



Readings are stylish and comfortable shoes. They have been popular for a long time. Anyway, if you want to create an elegant look combined with readings, go back to the origins of the classic English style... In this style, severity is combined with grace.