Combat Boots

From kitten heels to Balenciaga-style sock boots, and everything in between.

Ever since punk emerged in the mid '70s, fashion has been ripping it off inspired by it--I mean, famous punk venue CBGB is a John Varvatos store now; it's sort of the perfect metaphor for the evolution of punk style. In fact, showcasing that relationship is the whole point of the Met Institute's upcoming exhibit, Punk: Chaos to Couture. But not all punks are exactly thrilled to see their subculture's gear pop up on a runway--or a fashion museum exhibit.