Guest Post | Fall Boots: The Four Essentials

Hello Lovelies! So today I've got something really special for you, as Autumn is now here what better time to present this guest post by the lovely Clarissa Brooks.

If you had all the cash in the world to spend, you'd probably have an entire room dedicated to your shoe collection. Unfortunately, most of us are on college student or young adult budgets, meaning we've got to shop smart. Creating a cohesive wardrobe means buying staples that can be worn many different ways, and every fashionista knows that boots are THE fall staple. Of course, with so many heights, colors, and heels to choose from, it's hard not to buy ten pairs! If you're looking to cultivate a wardrobe with only the staples, here are four types of boots you've got to have to take you from fall into winter.

Heeled Ankle Booties

When you want to play dress-up, a pair of heeled booties that come only up to the ankle are the perfect fall or winter shoe. Flats and pumps often show too much skin – not to mention, their soles don't have much traction for wet weather. Go for whatever type of heel makes you feel comfortable, whether it's a low stacked heel, a covert wedge, or a full-on spike. Wear them to the office, during the day, or to the club – they go great with slacks and skirts as well as dresses and jeans.

Combat Boots

Every girl needs a pair of calf-height combat boots for those comfy-casual days. Their shape and lace-up style give any outfit a little bit of an edge without compromising femininity. They're the perfect way to polish a simple look of skinny jeans, a t-shirt, a zip-up hoodie, and a scarf. Get some wool socks to peek out the top and then layer them over tights with a skirt for a look that screams cozy-chic fall. Or, just pair them with your favorite dress to make it look more casual and effortless but still stylish.

Rain Boots or Wellies

If fall and winter are cold and snowy where you live, rain boots are an investment you can't pass up. If you get a pair that isn't too thickly lined, they'll take you right into springtime puddle jumping, so you can be sure to get your money's worth. When it snows, you can wear them with a few pairs of socks to make sure that your feet stay warm and dry. The trick is to buy them in a neutral color, like black or dark green, so that you can wear them with dresses, leggings, or jeans. That way, you can still look put-together, even if it's pouring rain outside. 

                                                          Riding Boots

Riding boots are simply essential. These knee-high, leather or faux-leather boots create a sleek line from the waist down to the foot, making your legs look miles long. In the spring, you can wear them with dresses, leaving a bit of skin showing around your knees, but in the winter, they add that extra layer you need to keep you warm while still remaining polished. We recommend getting riding boots with no heels so that they can be your everyday shoe, but tall leather boots with heels look great for going out if that's more practical for you.

Clarissa Brooks