Goth and Punk subcultures, who refer to the boots as "Pikes" or "Pickers". Although slightly pointed toes are often a feature of women's fashion shoes, they are usually nowadays "tamed down" or shortened (often sacrificing comfortable toe space) for mass market appeal. See also Pointed shoe Pigache Chelsea boot Beatle boot Western wear Leningrad Cowboys 1945–1960 in fashion References External links Video: Behind The Seams – Mexican Pointy Boots, VBS.tv, 1 April 2011 British clothing San Luis Potosí Boots Shoes History of fashion 2010s fashion 2000s fashion 1960s fashion 1950s fashion