Fortunately, the sun shines brightly on this day and the chances of feet getting wet are not high. Yes, these shoes are very ventilated, and even if you wear a wool coat and knitted jacket on the upper body, it doesn't look that inconsistent. Interestingly, passers-by didn't care at all, maybe because people were depressed on Monday afternoon and didn't have enough time to pay attention to any unusual scenes around them.
To be credited, this is Balenciaga, especially the soon-to-be-departed artistic director Demna continues to shake my heart with her both attractive and confusing design.
After all, this brand has brought us highly recognizable designs such as thick-soled hole shoes, super-thick-soled jogging shoes, and spiked high heels. When I stalked my head up by the flower bed next to the office, I suddenly remembered the long-lasting phrase “I like those Balanciagas, the ones that look like socks” by hip-hop queen Cardi B in “I like it”.
Back indoors, I felt like I had changed myself, and I even felt that some foot muscles were known to only the physiotherapist. My feet seemed to be claustrophobic and I didn't want to go back to my closed shoes or even boots.
If you are particularly timid or prone to cold hands and feet, Balenciaga's “barefoot shoes” are not suitable for you, but only for those who dare to be innovative. So this summer, throw away those ragged foot-pinning strokes, and you have the endorsement of Demna, which can allow your toes to stretch freely. Go forward boldly with these special-shaped shoes with a firm belief, a spirit of indulgence, and your sunscreen (unless you want to explain the shape of sun spots on your instep at a party), but remember not to step into the puddle.
