In the folklore of Nepal, the Yeti is an ape-like entity, taller than an average human, that is said to inhabit the Himalayan region of Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. Now you can become the Abominable Snowman by purchasing Saint Laurent‘s ‘Yeti’ feather-trimmed suede over-the-knee boots for ‘just’ $10,000 at Saks Fifth Avenue, Matches Fashion, and Net-A-Porter.
‘Yeti’ feather-trimmed suede over-the-knee boots, $10,000 at Saks Fifth Avenue, Matches Fashion, and Net-A-Porter
Anthony Vaccarello has been so loyal to the French fashion label’s archive since taking the helm as Creative Director – the Spring ’18 runway was abundant with feathers that recalled the label’s luxuriant ’80s excess. A hero piece from the show, these suede ‘Yeti’ boots are tiered with swathes of floaty ostrich feathers. They’re set on a conical 110mm heel.
The model below is wearing her statement boots with a black ‘Gabardine’ trench coat that is designed to keep you dry and comfortable ($2,990 at Net-A-Porter).
Model wearing a black ‘Gabardine’ trench coat and Yeti feather-trimmed suede over-the-knee boots
Not surprisingly, Rihanna was the first celebrity to wear these Spring 2018 boots. She showed them off in an Off-White mini dress and a denim shirt by Raf Simons.
There’s also a shorter boot version available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Farfetch, Nordstrom and Net-A-Porter that’s equally likely to turn heads. Trimmed in floaty feathers, this pointy-toe style showcases the swing in your step.
‘Yeti’ feather-trimmed velvet boots, $7,000 at Saks Fifth Avenue, Farfetch, Nordstrom and Net-A-Porter
The model below is wearing a sequined tulle mini dress ($4,490 at Net-A-Porter) and toting a silver textured-lamé shoulder bag ($1,690 at Net-A-Porter).
Model wearing ‘Yeti’ feather-trimmed velvet boots with a sequined tulle mini dress