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
