Popularized on TikTok, the Wrong Shoe Theory has many followers in the fashion sphere and allows you to always be well dressed. But what does it mean, and how does it work? We explain everything to you.
You probably haven’t missed the trend Wrong Shoe Theory, or “wrong shoe theory” in French. Named by stylist Allison Bornstein and popularized on Gen Z’s favorite social network TikTok, this surprising technique has already been adopted by Emrata and Kendall Jenner would be the assurance of always being stylish, even on days when you are lacking inspiration. More creative than it seems, this theory confirmed by the it girls is the most original way to boost a look.
What is the Wrong Shoe Theory?
Make no mistake, to follow this somewhat surprising trend, It’s not enough to just put on a pair of ugly shoes, quite the contrary. More subtle than that, the idea is actually to choose the most amazing shoes in your wardrobe, those you would never have thought of to enhance your long skirt or your oversized jeansfor example. In short, and if you think: “I would never wear this pair with this dress” well that is actually what you should do and what seems to match best.
Adored by celebrities who enjoy breaking the codes, This method is suitable for everyone and allows you to add a quirky touch to everyday outfits.. So, and when your shoes seem to mismatch your clothesit’s a guaranteed jackpot.
And the good news is that it’s impossible to run out of ideas when it comes to succumbing to the Wrong Shoe Theory. If you still have trouble imagining what this could look like, just take a look at the fashionistas present at fashion weeks, or simply on Instagram where unexpected combos are all the rage. We can see of the ballerinas flats go well with baggy jeans, heeled sandals enhance denim Bermuda shorts, biker boots give character to bohemian dressesand even flip-flops add cool to tailored pants. In short, surely, the wrong shoes are actually the best options to ensure a great look in any season.
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