Boot Trend #3 - Lace-ups

Lace-Up Boots



Love this category of boots. Problem is the ones I like are crazy expensive like these Chloe pair ($695)








These Ann Demeulemeester boots are kind of rugged yet wonderfully stylish at the same time. Picture them with a feminine chiffon skirt, a basic t and a jean jacket. May sound bizarre, but it would look fab!!



And they only cost $1,570.00








For something a little more affordable, try one of these:






(Urban Outfitters $88; Devotte $490; Nine West $189)




The other rugged style in the lace-up category is the ankle "work-boot" or combat boot. Again, to be worn with something a bit more feminine. I actually like the ankle lace-ups as they can be worn with just about anything from leggings, to skirts, to skinny jeans.




Finally, I'd like to end with a famous George Burns line (YES, I'M STILL IN MY 40'S) that "ties" into this trend so well ... "you know you're getting old when you stoop to tie your shoelaces and wonder what else you could do while you're down there".


JUST MAKING SURE YOU'RE PAYING ATTENTION!!! PLEASE COMMENT. WOULD LOVE TO HEAR YOUR OPINIONS.

Boots with Studs

What can I say ... pick your favorite boot style:

ankle

over the knee cowboy








UGGS (actually these are Koolaburra)buckles






... add some studs ... and you have the hottest trend out there.

My best piece of advice ... if you have studs on your boots, keep it simple everywhere else my friends.

CLOSING THIS POST WITH MY FAVE OF THE SEASON (See by Chloe)
Opinions wanted ... I know you have them ... would you wear these??

So, if you're over 40, what's the first thing you think of when you see over-the-knee boots??? How about Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman (aka hooker - pretty hooker mind you).
I find it amazing how every shoe designer knows the same trend - but I have to say there are plenty out there this season that are actually quite non-trashy. Here are some tips on how to wear:

1. Choose an easy color - black, brown, tan - you don't want to call out any more attention than the boot already does by virtue of its length
2. Try to offset the sexiness of the boot with a loose or oversized top (shirt, sweater, blazer)
3. OTK boots are perfect with the pant of the season - leggings or skinny jeans
4. If you want to try a dress or a skirt, ensure your tights match the boots for a smooth look
5. DO NOT COMBINE OVER-THE-KNEE WITH A SUPER HIGH HEEL. That is if you don't want the "street" look. Try flats, wedges or a small heel. Nothing too thin or pointy.
6. Don't spend a fortune. One or two seasons, and this will become niche.

Some of my favorites:

OK - these are from Bergdorf's and I won't even tell you how much. But aren't they STUNNING?????
From Stuart Weitzman - $535 - still quite steep, but remember there's a lot of leather with these boots:Could almost justify these DKNY for $275.

My best piece of advice for this trend ... wait for the sales!!