Coachella 2013 Fashion Highlights: Nicky Hilton vs. Kate Bosworth’s Flat Buckle Boot Showdown

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The annual Coachella Festival is not just about music. It’s also about fashion as celebrities and fashion bloggers spend three days soaking up the California sun in their funkiest garb.

Nicky Hilton and Kate Bosworth were spotted wearing very similar flat buckle boots on the second day of this year’s festival.

Nicky wore the ever-popular Chloe “Susan” studded buckle boots while Kate donned her take on the style. Read on to see how these two ladies from rather different fashion worlds wore trendy flat-buckle boots.

Nicky Hilton and Kate Bosworth were spotted at the Coachella Festival in Indio on April 13, 2013, showcasing their unique flat buckle boots amidst the festival's vibrant atmosphereNicky Hilton and Kate Bosworth were spotted at the Coachella Festival in Indio on April 13, 2013, showcasing their unique flat buckle boots amidst the festival’s vibrant atmosphere (Credit: STS / WENN)

Nicky Hilton in Chloe “Susan” Studded Ankle Boots

Nicky stayed true to her socialite image with a snakeskin-effect miniskirt, a translucent studded handbag, and lots of colorful jewelry.

At the Coachella Music Festival in 2013, Nicky Hilton showcased a daring and stylish ensemble featuring Chloe Susanna boots, a Valentino transparent Rockstud naked shopping bag, Ray-Ban RB3025 aviator flash crystal blue mirror sunglasses, a One Teaspoon Dundee mini skirt, and a Rebecca Minkoff monogram pouchAt the Coachella Music Festival in 2013, Nicky Hilton showcased a daring and stylish ensemble featuring Chloe Susanna boots, a Valentino transparent Rockstud naked shopping bag, Ray-Ban RB3025 aviator flash crystal blue mirror sunglasses, a One Teaspoon Dundee mini skirt, and a Rebecca Minkoff monogram pouch (Credit: STS / WENN)

The Chloe Susan studded ankle boots have a lot of personality and edge, making them an excellent shoe for the socialite to wear to one of the world’s biggest music festivals.

Nicky Hilton rocks studded Chloe Susanna bootsNicky Hilton rocks studded Chloe Susanna boots (Credit: STS / WENN)

We’ve seen Nicky in these boots before, along with Mandy Moore, Ashley Tisdale, and, most recently, Sienna Miller. Chloe first released these boots in 2008, and they’re here to stay.

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Kate Bosworth in Her Own Topshop Design

While Nicky chose to be flashy, Kate took the bohemian route with her outfit. She wore an embroidered vest atop a veiled black dress, a look she designed for Topshop.

At Coachella on April 13, 2013, Kate Bosworth sported a bohemian-chic look with Ray-Ban 3025 aviator large metal sunglasses, a Topshop real sheepskin festival gilet, and a Topshop chiffon lace midi slipAt Coachella on April 13, 2013, Kate Bosworth sported a bohemian-chic look with Ray-Ban 3025 aviator large metal sunglasses, a Topshop real sheepskin festival gilet, and a Topshop chiffon lace midi slip (Credit: STS / WENN)

Her flat buckle boots looked nearly identical to the Chloe pair. However, Kate’s leather boots are not studded, hit above the ankle, and feature an extra buckle. They don’t have the luxe design of the Susan boots, but this creates a sleeker appearance.

Kate Bosworth rocks flat buckled ankle boots at CoachellaKate Bosworth rocks flat buckled ankle boots at Coachella (Credit: STS / WENN)

Kate’s buzz-worthy Topshop collaboration is not expected to hit stores for another couple of months. Which boots would you rather have? Is the studded Chloe pair a big hit with celebs, or is Kate’s minimalist pair?

Nicky Hilton and Kate Bosworth wearing flat buckle boots at CoachellaNicky Hilton and Kate Bosworth wearing flat buckle boots at Coachella (Credit: STS / WENN)