If you're a Maison Margiela Tabi virgin, you're probably wondering what all the fuss is about. Especially after the footwear managed to make it onto The Lyst Index's The Year in Fashion 2023 report. The striking silhouette actually debuted back in 1988 and has stayed in fashion thanks to the likes of celebrities like Zendaya, Dua Lipa and Kylie Jenner. But Maison Margiela Tabi shoes were thrust into the TikTok spotlight when a TikToker's Tabis were snatched by a Tinder date this September.
Ever since then, the cleft-toe style has been coveted by non-fashion folk. Despite their growing popularity, they're definitely a hard shoe to pull off IRL. Luckily, Maison Margiela has designed an almost infinite line of styles to choose from. Some easier to rock than others. Which is why we went ahead and rounded up the best versions to take for a test drive.
