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This week, the Buro Must-Have list shines the spotlight on the Khaite ‘Harvey’ Zebra-Print Boots.
The Khaite ‘Harvey’ over-the-knee boots make their case immediately, without narrative or ornament. They are graphic, precise, and quietly confrontational. Black suede forms the base, clean and controlled, while panels of zebra-print calf hair cut across the surface, disrupting the uniformity just enough to hold the eye.
What distinguishes the design is not the print alone, but how it is used. The pattern is used selectively, so it comes into view from certain angles and fades from others. Sometimes the boots look pared-back and understated. At other moments, they feel bold and graphic. That subtle change makes the design feel dynamic, even when you are standing still.
The shape does much of the work. A sharply pointed toe elongates the leg, while an 85mm conical heel mirrors that line with quiet precision. The heel feels architectural rather than decorative. Over the knee, the boot is finished with a notched topline, a small but significant detail that allows for comfort and ease of movement. A side zipper keeps the design practical without disrupting its clean lines.
Made in Italy, the Harvey boots reflect Khaite’s ongoing focus on materials and proportion. Calf hair and suede are treated as equal partners, each enhancing the other rather than competing for attention. The result is a boot that is a statement-maker.
The ‘Harvey’ do not rely on embellishment or excess to command attention. Their strength lies in proportion, texture, and control. Worn with tailoring or pared-back silhouettes, they assert themselves quietly, signaling taste that is deliberate, informed, and unapologetically sharp.
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