Maison Margiela

Tabi metallic leather ankle boot

Maison Margiela Tabi metallic leather ankle boot

Maison Margiela’s avant-garde identity is captured in the iconic Tabi ankle boot. This version reimagines the design in leather with a cracked, metallic silver finish. The signature split toe and cylindrical heel create a distinctive silhouette that adds a conceptual edge to contemporary day or evening wardrobes.

The art of the detail

Crafted from leather, the high-shine silver finish is defined by a unique cracked texture that lends it a lived-in feel. The design is anchored by the house’s iconic split Tabi toe and set on a sturdy cylindrical block heel, ensuring both elevation and comfort. The overall shape features a rounded toe, while a simple buckle at the side provides a secure fit. A leather and rubber sole offers durability for city wear.

How to wear

Create a compelling contrast by pairing these Tabi ankle boots with a fluid silk dress and a sharply tailored blazer for an evening at a gallery opening. For a more understated approach, style them with cropped wool trousers and a fine-gauge knit sweater. This creates a polished ensemble well-suited for daytime appointments or a weekend city visit. The metallic silver color introduces a dynamic point of visual interest, effortlessly complementing both minimalist and expressive wardrobes.

About Maison Margiela

Founded on the principles of deconstruction and anonymity, Maison Margiela challenges conventional notions of fashion. The Tabi boot, first introduced in 1988, remains one of its most enduring and recognizable creations, inspired by traditional Japanese footwear. It perfectly encapsulates the house's philosophy of elevating ordinary objects into items of desire. This metallic iteration honors that legacy, continuing the dialogue between the conceptual and the wearable, and affirming the brand's status as a pioneer of avant-garde design.