Most women tend to create their outfits from top to bottom, not the other way around. However, making a pair of statement boots the focal point of what you’re rockin’ that day can be a fun and easy way to get out of a fashion rut and show off all the stylish shoes in your collection. Read on for some top tips on how to style statement boots and look haute while strutting your stuff — even if the sidewalk is your only runway!
If you don’t have a ton of statement shoes to choose from, you can stock up at an online boutique for boots that are affordable and stylish.
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Mix and Match Materials
Stylish boots are available in tons of different materials like suede, leather, velvet, and canvas. Mix and match the materials of your boots with your outfit to accessorize your feet in a completely unique way. Try black leather shorts with burgundy crushed velvet ankle boots, or a flowy silk skirt with suede thigh highs!
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Short Skirt, Long Boots
Tall, lace-up boots, sock boots (which fit tightly around your ankle, like a sock), and mid-calf boots look best when paired with a dress or skirt that falls above the knee. Pairing these two styles creates an elongated silhouette on all body types. For a more modest option, or if you want to some extra warmth on cooler days, wear leggings underneath.
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Don’t Get Cut Off!
Whether you’re tall, short, curvy, or petite, no one looks good in mid-calf boots that aren’t the right size for your height. To minimize the chances of wearing the wrong height boot, choose shorter ankle boots, or go taller with a pair of knee-high boots. The best way to wear mid-calf boots is to find the right style. A slouchy boot — which won’t cut you off at the calf — or a lace-up boot that fits tight around the ankle and extends your legs are good options for the mid-calf shoe.
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Cropped Pants, Low Boots
If you have a pair of jeans in your closet that you don’t wear anymore, especially those boyfriend jeans that were super on-trend a few years ago, turn them into cropped or cuffed jeans as a stylish and effortless way to show off all your favorite pairs of ankle boots. A cropped jean and combat boot combo makes you look fashionable in a relaxed, comfortable kind of way.
You can also elevate a cropped pant by choosing an ankle boot with a slight heel. Heels always enhance casual outfits and add a little elegance to your style.
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Accessorizing Your Boots
Even if you’re a basic black or brown boots girl, you can still have fun styling your boots by making good use of all the different socks and tights in your closet. Cozy, knitted socks not only keep your feet warm, but they are also an easy way to add a pop of color to your outfit. Patterned or solid-color tights are a no-brainer for wearing with boots — but you don’t have to stop there. Go wild and pair your most beloved boots with tights AND socks for a tri-colored style statement! Layering doesn’t just have to be for your outfit, you can also do it on your feet!
Try each of these style tips this week and decide which is your favorite!
