Fashion world embraces the new trend of "ugly shoes"

The sentiment behind the latest fashion trend, calling snow boots "ugly shoes," might reveal an unexpected charm. On a serious note, fashionable fuzzy flats are bound to stir up controversy, separating fans of avant-garde fashion from the supporters of conventional solutions. We're already on board with fuzzy flats. Are you?

Ever spot trendsetters donning shoes resembling slippers and wonder if they forgot their shoes? However, mules, which have gained popularity over the past few years, are stepping aside for fuzzy flats.

This year saw the return of ballet flats, the beloved shoe of French women, made famous by Brigitte Bardot. These ballet-inspired shoes, after their seasonal absence, have come back and firmly established their place in street style, undergoing a transformation.

Their current iterations are varied, from the subtle and girlish to inspirations drawn from rock music or extravagance. This season, fashion designers' creativity is at a zenith, with women strutting down catwalks and streets in flats resembling stuffed animals.

Surprisingly, flats are not only a day-long but a year-round shoe choice. Shoes, which had a seasonal timeline from April to October, are proving to be desirable even during the colder months, thanks to their fuzzy, soft, warm, and remarkably comfortable texture.

Furthermore, plush and fuzzy flats not only take part in the most comfortable shoe race of the year but also cater to those looking for originality and avant-garde in their wardrobe. If you're seeking an alternative to classic leather or suede options this season - fuzzy flats are a perfect choice.

Fuzzy flats may follow the trajectory of the snow boots, eliciting polarized feelings of love or hate. Interestingly, their pool of detractors seems to shrink rapidly the moment they slip into these soft, cozy shoes for the first time. It's indeed challenging to resist their charm and comfortable allure.

Fashion promotes eclecticism, including playfulness with textures. Hence, when opting for fuzzy flats, contrasting fur and long hair with different materials is a fashionable choice. These flats pair well with a silk or satin skirt, a leather coat, an oversized knit turtleneck, and even with jeans.

Short skirts and ankle-length trousers highlight the shoes, but the plush peeping out subtly from behind wide and long trousers creates a captivating look. After all, subtlety never fails to command attention.