THE BALLY X MONOCLE COLLABORATION REIMAGINES THE CURLING BOOT Available in Olive, these stylish, back-zippered boots are well-suited for hikes in the snow or strolling about the city. Monocle has teamed up with Bally, the Swiss luxury brand, to shed new light on its iconic Curling boot. The limited edition Bally X Monocle Curling boot is a stylish take on the shoes used by curling athletes. Fashioned along the lines of the Bally footwear supplied to the 1956 Swiss Olympic team, the new Curling Boots feature a rubber-coated leather upper, as well as wool lining for a warm, sturdy design.