I have this problem where I don’t like to throw my clothes away… I keep them because “maybe I’ll wear it another day?!” Is that really a problem, though? Naaah! I also like to style my clothes in several different ways to achieve many looks from them. Sometimes I even tweak pieces to get a new style from them. That is exactly how these fringe booties came about. I found these wedge heels for $10 while thrifting, and I wear them all too often once it gets cold outside. The new look they have after the fringe spices things up a bit!
How’s it done?
• Purchase Fringe and Velcro (with sticky back for fabrics) from your local craft/fabric store. You will also need a pair of scissors.
Fringe can be found near the ribbons and purchased by the yard at stores like JoAnn, where I purchased this black fringe.
• Measure the length of fringe you will need by wrapping it around the top of the shoe
~ For lace up shoes: add twice the length of the width of the velcro dot to the end.
~ For a zip up or slip on bootie, add the width of the velcro dot to the end.
• With my lace up bootie, I cut the velcro in half and placed the soft side of the velcro on the immediate interior of the shoe. This way, when the fringe is not intact, the rough velcro won’t scratch my skin.
• Place the rough side of the velcro on either end of the piece of measured fringe. Allow to set according to time on velcro instructions.
~ For other booties, place one side of the velcro on the exterior face of the fringe, and the opposing side of the velcro on the interior of the other end of the fringe. Make sure that it fits snugly.
• Once set, simply velcro the fringe in place, and VOILA!
photo via: Stephanie Drenka
You now have two different styles of shoes without even having to go shoe shopping! And as much as I love a brand new pair of shoes, I don’t mind avoiding the hustle and bustle of the shoe store sometimes. Heck, this may even count a little bit towards being sustainable! This is just a win-win-win situation, y’all. Go forth and fringe!
What is your favorite way to jazz up your wardrobe without having to add something new? Let me know in the comments below.
xoxo, dolls & dudes
The Comments
Emerald
I love adding belts and jackets to old dresses to make them look brand new. Love the boots by the way.
Addie
EmeraldOh yes, girl! I love finding old embellished and decked out belts at thrift stores, they definitely make an outfit pop! Thank you =)
Natalie
I love this! That’s awesome that you customized it so you can wear it with or without the fringe. Not only is it trendy, it’s super budget-friendly, too! 🙂
Reginia Cordell
These are far cuter than the ones I got from Also a few years ago. Being that they are DIY makes them even better. Way too cute.
Addie
Reginia CordellIt is so much fun when you can achieve a fashionable look like something from Aldo all on your own! Thank you =)
Paris at My Big Fat Happy Life
How cool! These turned out great! Such a good way to re-purpose boots.
Addie
Paris at My Big Fat Happy LifeThank you!
Dionne Dean
How about I just give you my boots and you do them for me??? 😉 Great post chica!
Addie
Dionne DeanLol I might have to come up to Dress for Success one weekend and just deck out a bunch of shoes for ya =)
Elizabeth Dietz
That is pretty amazing and totally something I NEVER would have thought to do on my own. I am going to have to keep that in mind the next time I purchase a pair of booties… can I add fringe or something else to them to make them a totally different pair of shoes. Thanks for sharing this!!
Addie
Elizabeth DietzYes girl, make them your own! You’re welcome =)
Sonya
Love how you made these look totally different. I’ve been wanting a pair of fringe boots. Now I can try making my own. Thanks for sharing this easy no-sew method.
Addie
SonyaYes, the less effort, the better lol. Its such a fun and easy quick change!
Pascha Shepard
I like to add a pop of color or animal print. 🙂
Addie
Pascha Shepardthat would be too cute! I could so see leopard print! =) lol
Lauren
This is such a fabulous tutorial! I’m going to have to try this one out!!
xoxo
Lauren
http://www.dressingdallas.com
Addie
LaurenThanks, Lauren! I hope you are able to make some cute booties even more fabulous =)
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