Zipper Embellishments: Zip It

Between all of the massive coats and boots we wear to stay warm, it’s clear that winter is the season of zippers. And while there’s definitely nothing fun about shimmying in and out of these oversized pieces everyday, I’ve found a few zipper embellishments that will revive your appreciation for the edgy sense of style that one (or 10!) of them can add to an outfit.

Cesare Paciotti Knee High Studded Boot: There’s a lot going on here – zippers, gold studs, silver studs, a pointed cap toe, and killer heel. But the shoe in one word? HOT. On Farfetch for $1,258.94.

Tom Ford Amber Pebbled Leather Medium Tote Bag: You can’t talk about zipper-accented bags without mentioning Tom Ford. His famous Jennifer fold-over (a.k.a. the bag that started the zipper craze) uses zips in part for function, yet Amber is all about looks, and when a bag looks this good, we are more than okay with that! At Neiman Marcus for $2,690.

Junya Watanabe Comme des Garçons Zipper Coat: A coat only Junya could design. There’s no doubt it can overwhelm, but you’ve just gotta work it. On Farfetch for $2,365.

Tom Ford Metal Heel Zipper Sandal: I try not to mention the same designer twice in one post, but these shoes! The mix of fake and functional zippers is perfectly cohesive, and that gold stiletto? Swoon. Don’t feel daunted by all that’s going on – these step in for any occasion that a simple black pump would. At Neiman Marcus for $1,250.

Alexander McQueen Zipper-Trimmed Ankle-Wrap Sandal: Though from a distance these look almost tribal, get a closer look and you see an intriguing combo of metal and plastic zippers. At Neiman Marcus for $1,135.