alternative take on ghillie brogues

**CMcG** · 22nd June 11, 06:05 PM

I stumbled across ghillie brogues made by the fashion house Givenchy. They range from a simple variation on the old standard to very modernist.

Here are a few pics. Any thoughts?

These are the most "normal" looking except that they have tongues:

And then they get quite fashion forward:

**azwildcat96** · 22nd June 11, 06:09 PM

Nope, I still can't jump on-board. Give me a plain cap-toe.

**MacMillans son** · 22nd June 11, 06:30 PM

I don't hate the first ones, but am not sure where they would fit in. I can't make an argument for them when we have a myriad of handsome regular brogues to choose from.

The others, well.....

**CMcG** · 22nd June 11, 07:27 PM

MacMillan's son asks why and I assume that the idea is to give a nod to the conventional while doing something different.

The first one with the tongue is shown tied with normal length laces and is a step closer to a regular brogue. I like that they look less "costumey" than standard ghillie brogues.

The other ones... maybe for black tie goth?

Or with a tuxedo utilikilt?

**MacMillans son** · 22nd June 11, 07:47 PM

That makes sense CMcG.

I must admit, I didn't look to see what forum we were in before I posted

. I need to be more diligent about that. For the applications you described, I think they would be great!

**piperdbh** · 22nd June 11, 07:50 PM

I can't imagine that all those straps and strings above the ankle would be very comfortable. I like the first picture the best.

**Spartan Tartan** · 22nd June 11, 07:52 PM

The first pair was ... okay. I can see the modern take on the old theme. But, and this is just my opinion, I just don't care for those others--modern, traditional or otherwise. I do think those were designed with Goth in mind first and possibly kilted Goth as a second order effect.

**madmacs** · 22nd June 11, 09:03 PM

I like them all... Not sure id like the price though...

**CMcG** · 22nd June 11, 09:10 PM

Originally Posted by madmacs

I like them all... Not sure id like the price though...

Yes, I'm sure the price is exorbitant!

**Tobus** · 23rd June 11, 05:22 PM

Originally Posted by piperdbh

I can't imagine that all those straps and strings above the ankle would be very comfortable. I like the first picture the best.

I would think they would be similar to Roman sandals that are about the same height. Overall, it would probably feel like wearing a tall boot.

Should hose be worn with them?