The shoe and boot trends for fall/winter 2009 go from bold to bolder to boldest! With so many boot lengths, heel heights, patterns, materials, and colors to choose from, you’ll need a study guide to help you choose your perfect pair/s.
Thigh high/over the knee boots
These are the boldest “it” pieces this fall. Will these monster tall boots be your passion or your poison? For those daring to venture, make them the focal point.
How to wear: The drama of the tall boot is enough so keep the rest of the outfit simple. Try going monochromatic and match your boots to your clothing pieces. Try thigh high boots with a skinny pant and one of your favorite coats or with a short skirt and/or leggings.
At the knee or below the knee boots
Back for another season, the classic equestrian flat riding boots are great for casual and comfort wear. These are more moderate and can be a staple for your fall wardrobe.
How to wear: They can be great for work when you team it with a white-colored blouse, a pant or skirt and a “boyfriend” blazer. Or wear them for daytime with an oversized belted tunic with a skinny pant or leggings.
Scrunch boot/slouch boot
Another great returning boot this season is the scrunch boot or slouchy boot. These are great in suede and can be found in fun colors like rust and eggplant. For a dressier scrunch boot look, go for classic black leather with a heel.
How to wear: Great with skinny jeans for a casual look. For a dressier look, pair with a skirt or dress and black tights.
Booties, booties, booties
There is a bumper crop of booties awaiting you in stores. Picture these possibilities: metallic tones, pink, laced up, cut out, patterned, pleated, buckled, you name it and the stores will have it. This fun shoe can say many things: sexy, quirky, bohemian, luxurious, and even modest. So have fun with these when you get a pair that talks your style language.
How to wear: These can be easily paired with most clothing options: skirts, dresses, leggings, skinny jeans, trousers. Just don’t hide them behind a pant leg if you want to show them off. If they have a lot of personality, keep the outfit simple unless you know how to really mix and match patterns and colors to make a bold statement this season.
Platform pumps/pumps
Platform pumps can be the perfect accent in your outfit. There are many different ways you can go with these. Try them in muted jewel tones or go for a rougher look with black leather, studs, buckles and/or tassels. Try the classic pump shape with a round or pointy toe or go for a Mary Jane or T-strap. If you are going for more of an art piece pump, there are many interesting shapes and details that will make them stand out.
How to wear: These are great worn with black or colored tights, skinny jeans, slim skirts, draped dresses or ruched dresses. These can have as much attitude as the thigh high boot so wear with intention!
Flats
With a rainbow of different choices, there’s a favorite pair of flats out there for you. Flats can be feminine like a simple ballerina flat or can be masculine with a loafer style or oxford lace-up style. Then anything in between, including animal print flats, and added details on the toes like metal tips, roses or emblems.
How to wear: You could find a different flat for each outfit of your fall/winter wardrobe, but maybe you want to decide if your action is going to be on your feet or in your clothes. What is your clothing style? If it’s casual, check styles with whipstitching. If you’re more formal, go for patent leather. If you want feminine fun, wear a shoe with pretty toe detail.
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