# Belt Buckle Boots Knee-High Strappy Shoes By lourdes sanchez bayas | Published 2008-12-02 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/strappy-shoes-the-knee-high-belt-buckle-boots References: [otherclothing](http://otherclothing.co.uk/gothic-fashion/patent-knee-high-boots/) Knee-high stiletto boots with high platforms are fairly common, but when you add full-length laces on the sides and buckles straps, then we are on a different terrain altogether. The red and black [patent leather stiletto boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unisex-leather-boot) in the gallery are outfitted with pointed toes, 5-inch heels, 3 red belt buckles and [knee-high side laces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfe-bambi-boot). The second lace-up pair has similar characteristics as the first one, with the exception of the quaint buckles. The last pair, meanwhile, is outfitted with full-length side laces that blend in with the boot’s solid black color. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Shoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/shoes) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Belt Buckle Boots:** Incorporating belt buckles into knee-high boots creates a unique and stylish look. - **Full-length Side Laces:** Adding full-length side laces to boots adds a touch of edginess and customization. - **Strappy Stiletto Boots:** The combination of strappy design and stiletto heels in knee-high boots adds a bold and sexy aesthetic. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can explore incorporating belt buckles and full-length side laces into knee-high boots for trendy footwear options. - **Footwear:** Footwear companies can capitalize on the popularity of strappy stiletto boots by offering unique designs with belt buckles and full-length side laces. - **Retail:** Retailers can attract fashion-forward consumers with a selection of belt buckle boots and boots with full-length side laces, catering to the demand for stylish and unique footwear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Buckled Leather Split-Toe Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buckle-strap.md) - [Over-The-Knee Plush Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-heights-platform-xtra.md) - [Elevated Industrial Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rick-owens-x-dr-martens.md) - [Unique Platform-Style Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/platformstyle-sandals.md) - [Glossy Oversized Buckle Sandals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birkenstock-arizona-big-buckle.md) - [Metallic-Adorned Rugged Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veneda-carter-4.md) - [Bold Sand-Colored Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anistone-lo-suede-biker.md) - [Illusory Doll-Like Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-boots.md)