The Givenchy Fall/Winter 2010 shoes are going to take a while to get on and off. The collection features many styles of ankle boots with intricate laces reaching from the tip of the toes to the top of the ankles.
Designer Riccardo Tisci was apparently inspired by ski boots and scuba gear. The reference to ski apparel is obvious, but scuba? There were also two velvet sandal selections shown at the Givenchy Fall/Winter 2010 presentation, which were puzzling in their plainness.
Bumpy Red Booties
The Laced-Up Givenchy Fall/Winter 2010 Shoes
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