Where to find Chunky Boots that stand out?

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The autumn season invites us to revisit our wardrobe to rediscover those pieces we’ve gently set aside during the previous months.

And what a pleasure it is to wear your favorite pair of boots again. However, if you love following trends, it’s likely that you might be steering away from your classic heeled boots to bring a breath of fresh air (or heaviness) to your feet.

What if I told you that it’s possible with Chunky Boots?

True stars of the season, these big platform boots seem to have truly emerged from a Nirvana music video. Yet, they fit perfectly into the punk trend, which is very much in vogue this year.

In short, whether we love them or not, they are totally in tune with the times.

So, let’s zoom in on these XXL boots: the Chunky Boots to better understand them and know where to shop for your next pair of platform boots.

Chunky Boots: a rebellious piece description

What are Chunky Boots?

Recognizable at first glance, Chunky Boots are black, massive boots. They are often associated with military or combat boots, but they stand out due to their maxi platform sole.

Sometimes, they are also adorned with rock’n’roll details like straps, thick laces, or zippers.

Chunky Boots are therefore big boots, as the name “chunky” indicates. They are tall, but not too much, and arrive at mid-calf. 

Ultimately, the Chunky is definitely a strong piece in the wardrobe that requires careful styling, at the risk of making a beautiful fashion faux pas.

From the XXL trend to Punk fashion, only Chunky remains

In terms of style, the platform boot swings between two strong trends of the season, Punk fashion and Oversize trend.

Punk fashion, because Chunky Boots are merely a reflection of boldness, rebellion, and avant-gardism. The platform boot wonderfully adopts the codes of the 70s to 90s with its minimalism, rock vibe, leather, and the black shade that characterizes it so much.

But that’s not all. 

The Chunky is also about the XXL trend because let’s face it, there’s nothing minimalistic about this boot. It is voluminous, massive, and the platform is enormous. We are right in the realm of excess and extravagance. With the chunky, we are far from impeccable wardrobes with linear pieces and fitted cuts. No, the XXL boot is decidedly cool, a bit unconventional, and definitely fashionable!

How to wear Chunky Boots: a guide

When a piece is strong and bold, we take care when wearing it. 

It’s like with pink, the trendy color of the season, you don’t just dress any old way, at the risk of straying too far from the beaten path and looking like anything but a fashion icon. 

Well, the rule is the same with a pair of platform boots. Before wearing them, think about your outfit as a whole to balance everything out and harmonize the proportions. 

Typically, you’ll want to avoid embellishments and extravagances with the Chunky, as by definition, it is already “out of the ordinary.” Instead, focus on basics like jeans, a t-shirt, a blazer, a knit dress, or a pleated skirt, which counterbalance the boot’s eccentricity. 

In its maximalism, the platform boot matches perfectly with a minimalist look. It’s paradoxical, but if we take a step back, we realize that this combo is the perfect balance for a coherent outfit. 

Where to find Chunky boots? 5 pieces to shop on Modalova

➡️ And you, which pair of Chunky Boots will you splurge on?

And since trends never sail alone, don’t miss another pair of very popular autumn shoes this season, the platform Mary Janes. However, if you prefer to keep it classic, a good pair of women’s loafers will suffice to keep you trendy for autumn.

Featured image: © Sandra Semburg