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The Unexpected History of Thigh-High Boots: From Battlefield to Fashion Statement
Thigh-High Boots: From Battlefield to Boudoir – A History of Fashion's Paradox France – A recent TikTok video by Konbini (@konbini) has sparked a conversation about the unexpected history of thigh-high boots. The video, which has garnered over 19,400 views, reveals that these boots were originally worn by men, primarily soldiers and hunters, for practical reasons. "Dès l'Antiquité, ce sont uniquement les soldats, les chasseurs ou les cavaliers qui les portent pour se protéger les jambes," the video explains, highlighting images of historical boots. (Translation: "From antiquity, only soldiers, hunters, or horsemen wore them to protect their legs.") The video then shows how, over time, thigh-high boots transitioned into women's fashion, often with a provocative or sexualized connotation. The association with figures like Brigitte Bardot and the movie "Pretty Woman" is used to illustrate this shift. However, the video concludes on a note of defiance, questioning the continued association of thigh-high boots with femininity and suggesting a potential return to a more gender-neutral approach in fashion. This provocative question, coupled with the video's engaging visuals, has resonated with viewers, leading to considerable discussion on the platform. The video's success underscores the public's interest in exploring fashion's complex relationship with gender and history.
