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Boots are one of the most common footwear types. The functionality offered by boots in that they can protect the foot from water, snow, mud and other hazards in more superior way to other footwear types coupled with their continuing changing styles have seen many functional boots become popular in fashion circles. The following are 6 of the most common types of boot that started life as purely functional but have evolved to become popular in fashion. Military Boots Designed to worn by soldiers in order to provide grip, foot protection and ankle support in harsh environments, military (or combat) boots have become a popular choice of boot. Their waterproof leather design makes them ideal for the winter and their understated look they have seen them become a popular footwear choice in punk, grunge, heavy metal, and goth scenes. Wellington Boots Wellington boots are one of the ultimate functional boots. Predominantly made from rubber or PVC wellington boots (or wellies as they have affectingly become known) provide maximum waterproof protection making them great for winter months. A popular choice with festival goers wellies are now available in many different styles and colours changing their perception of boring to quirky. Football Boots Originally designed to cover the ankle and to provide footballers with much needed grip, football boots have evolved to become one of the most popular fashion accessories. Although essentially football boots can’t be worn for anything other than playing football, recent designs and innovations as well as the rising popularity of football as a global spectacle has seen football boots adopt many different styles and colours with top brands selling for well over £100, a far cry from merely 30 years ago! Hiking Boots Developed for to give hikers support and comfort whilst walking over rough terrains as well as protect the feet from water mud and rocks, hiking boots have become a popular choice in fashion. With the increase of people take time out to travel you will often see people wearing hiking boots and due to their appearance make for a very popular choice of boot to go with jeans. Chelsea Boots Are ankle boots that originated in the Victorian era and were originally designed for use when horse riding. Made popular in the 1960s mod scene, Chelsea boots have seen a increase in popularity over recent times and with their smart leather look and elastic sides which make them easy to put on and remove it is not difficult to see why. Chukka Boots Chukka boots (or desert boots as they can also be referred) are ankle-length boots with two or three pairs of eyelets for lacing. Commonly made from suede, chukka boots were worn in British forces in the Western Desert Campaign of World War II and then became popular in the 1940s and 50s. Today chukka boots have been making a revival and have become one of the most popular boots among men due to their simple yet smart look. So there you have it, 6 popular boots that started life as parley functional pieces of footwear.
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