From booties to over-the-knee styles, BettyConfidential has
tracked down this season’s hottest footwear.
OK, so finding great fall boots can be a
real kicker. The perfect pair has to combine fashion and function,
because… it’s cold out there! But fear not, because we have the
hottest boots that are sure to melt away those cold weather blues.
Read Fall's Best Tights and How to Wear Them
Platform Over-the-Knee Boots
Rock it like Penelope Cruz is above by pairing
sexy over-the-knee platform boots with skinny jeans, a long tee and
a shawl-collar black blazer. If you want to soften the look, pair
them with a sleek dress and textured tights.
Stand out in a crowd with these:
Dollhouse Gikila platform
boots ($79.95,
DSW.com).The engraved metallic texture on these
boots will give you an edge without going overboard. These boots
are definitely for tall gals, they’re 20 inches long and the heel
teeters over 4 inches.
Buckled boots ($49.99,
charlotterusse.com). This pair features
four-inch heels and combines three trends: rocker chic, buckles and
over-the-knee into boots that’ll work with all your weekend
options. The slouchy shaft is perfect to pair with jeans. You can
still be casual and chic by pairing them with knitted tights, a
nubby textured skirt and form-fitting sweater.
Stuart Weitzman Tubular square-toe
platform boots ($595,
shopbop.com). Can over-the-knee boots look
ladylike? Yes, if the designer is Stuart Weitzman, He’s known for
his elegant designs, and these five-inch platforms can be worn at
work without raising an eyebrow. Just remember to keep skirts
knee-length. The square toe adds room for a more comfortable
fit.
Cuffed Boots
Cuffed boots, whether
they’re short or tall can add a touch of whimsy to any outfit. No,
you’re not going to look like Peter Pan, but they’ll give your
jeans a lift when you add them to your ensemble. Not only can you
tuck jeans or leggings into them, but petite cuffed ones can give
the illusion of longer legs and add some charm to skirts and
dresses. Do keep your bottom half fitted to show off your stylish
footwear, as So You Think You Can Dance host Cat
Deeley did with her short black cuffed boots at the
People’s Choice award nominations.
Try these on for size:
Fioni Whitney cuff boots
($37.99,
payless.com). Be totally on-trend this fall
with cuffs, bows, warm faux suede and the newest heel shape — the
cone. The three-inch heel is easy to walk in. Dress them up with
patterned tights and a short skirt, or keep them casual with dark
skinny jeans.
UGG Australia classic cardy
boots ($140,
uggaustralia.com). These flat heathered merino
wool boots are very versatile: you can slouch the shaft, cuff the
top or leave them as is. Tuck in a pair of cord jeans for extra
warmth, or wear them with cable knit tights and a pleated short
skirt for a change of pace for the weekend.
Rosegold Mary cuff boots
($295,
Bloomingdales.com). A one-inch stacked heel
makes these black leather boots great for striding through an
antique fair on the weekend in tights and a knitted dress, or
walking through office hallways when paired with a plaid skirt and
a solid blazer. Either way, you’ll get a lot of mileage out of
them.
Bright Suede Boots
Celebrities like
Heidi Montag, who was recently spotted in purple
suede boots, know that color can affect your mood. Use an
eye-catching hue to lighten up your attitude and your
style. Brightly colored boots come in flat and heels, so you don’t
have to sacrifice comfort for a trend. When wearing footwear that
stands out, it’s a good idea to pair it with neutral tones and
grays, for maximum effect.
Color yourself happy with these:
Zip Buckle ankle boots
($17.99,
gojane.com). These short faux-suede motorcycle
boots are high on style and low on price. Wear them with jeans or
pair them with lace tights and a long-sleeve T-shirt dress for an
equally casual and chic look.
Steve Madden Tyller suede
boots ($79.95.
stevemadden.com). Brighten up a gloomy day in
these royal blue suede flat-heeled slouch boots. Pair them
with black tights and a black dress.
Rockport Gregale boots
($101.50,
zappos.com). If you’ve been looking for stylish
snow boots, take a closer look at this pair from Rockport. The
buckle is an on-point detail. Purple is one of the trendiest colors
for fall and winter, the two-and-a-quarter-inch heel gives you a
bit of lift, and it’s engineered to keep your legs warm. You can
stomp in a puddle and stay dry, even if you’re wearing a gray
knitted dress, matching gray tights and your winter coat. Go throw
them on with jeans, a chunky sweater and a puffer vest, then go
outside and start a snowball fight.
Booties
You can call them booties,
shooties or just plain cute. This style is a hybrid of heels and
boots; they’re all over the red carpet and the street. Sisters
Khloe Kardashian Odom and Kim
Kardashian both wore booties at a recent party in LA.
Put your best foot forward in these:
Lovely People women's Piper booties
($143.95, endless.com). The cut of these booties
lengthens legs and adds a touch of femininity with ruffle
accents. The stiletto heel gives this bootie a delicate
appearance. Keep in mind that if you do wear them with pants, no
one will see the cute details. You can go monochromatic with a
royal blue dress and tights, or go for contrast with a
charcoal-gray or black ensemble.
BCBGeneration peep-toe
bootie ($149,
victoriassecret.com). Put a little oomph in
your step with these tan leather-trimmed animal-print booties. The
stacked stiletto heel is a little over four inches high, perfect
for peeping out from under a pair of camel pants and silk blouse or
calling attention to a red dress.
Zabrocki booties ($150, aldo.com). Studded boots, shoes and accessories
are all the rage this season. These booties may look a bit like the
more expensive Balmain original ($1450), that is if you squint and
tilt your head to the side, but with a two-inch heel, they’re more
comfortable. The black suede is a nice background for the silver
studded trim. Go rock star and wear them with black tights and a
black leather skirt. Go diva and wear them with a slinky black
dress and black lace tights, or go weekend with jeans and a
sweater.
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Whether in front of the camera, behind the scenes or geeking
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