Kelsea Ballerini hit the stage at the Riviera Theatre in Chicago on Thursday, performing in knee-high boots the color of red wine.
The country-pop star, who partnered with Steve Madden to create her footwear for her latest tour, showed off a pair of burgundy boots with glossy patent leather uppers. The light-catching style featured an almond toe shape and high block heels that looked to be between 4 and 5 inches tall.
The deep red boots coordinated seamlessly with the slinky maroon catsuit she wore, which boasted an off-the-shoulder design and an abdomen cutout. The style was complete with inner side zippers for easy entry. Unlike some knee-high boots, they didn’t hug her calves.
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Looking at Steve Madden’s offerings, the style is similar to the brand’s “Aria” boot, but the Aria ($140) has a stretchy upper that clings to the leg. Ballerini has appeared onstage in different versions, including in bright blue colorways, of the sleek style throughout this year.
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Other celebrities who have been stepping out in knee-high boots include Jessica Alba, Kristin Cavallari, Suki Waterhouse and Lindsay Lohan. Moreover, Kate Middleton wore a pair of chocolate brown boots boasting a knee-length cut during an official royal outing last week. The custom Gianvito Rossi boots featured an elongated pointed toe and a velvety suede upper.
While knee-high boots can be worn during the warmer summer months, and often are, you typically see people wearing them more during the chillier seasons. Depending on the style, they can be paired over jeans or with a dress or skirt. Middleton styled her slightly slouchy boots under a tweed midi skirt by Ralph Lauren.
Larroudé’s “Cindy Hi” boot is very similar to the pair Ballerini wore on stage on Thursday, with an almond toe and tall block heel. Vince Camuto, Franco Sarto and Ralph Lauren all offer styles that bear a strong resemblance to Ballerini’s.