You can never have enough shoes – flats, boots and platform pumps in your wardrobe, and with the Winter months approaching the stores are now filled with fabulous new winter footwear. Recently there has been resurgence in ankle boots, not just any ankle boots, now there are as many styles to choose from as their best new wardrobe friend – the platform pump! I suppose the main effect of an abundance of this must have super model boot on the shelves is that is draws from the power of the ‘celebrity’. Kate Moss can take most of the credit, (she can also take most of the credit for over a 1000 other fashion trends)! Whether dressing down in denim shorts or teaming up with a skinny jean, the real statement ankle boot is a mix of festival, street and boyfriend design. What appeals to this trend is that anyone, any body shape and size looks great in it, also the comfort factor rates very high and the vintage model/celebrity appeal is an instant wardrobe ‘look at me/chase me paparazzi’ moment.
The Combat Boot - This is the favoured fashion look for Miranda Kerr, Kate Moss, Kate Hudson and Jessica Alba (she loves hers with skinny coloured jeans)! This style although perfect as a cool hunter flat, has a strong sex appeal with a 2 inch block heel, I’m always in favour of a heel, so if you can manage it, this design will always be super savvy high street. For a downtown dabble mix this boot back with a denim shirt, optional fedora and festival shorts (please cover the cheeks)! You’ve got winter road tripping covered now.
Try these styles:
Ashton (stylist moment – optional fold over plaid lining), Utility (for a so-now ‘rock on’ tribute), Alpine (super sexy look)
The Pull On Riding Boot - As a past and prominent equestrian rider it is always interesting when part of your ‘after school hobby’ wardrobe becomes a fashion trend (think sailing every Saturday and now having to wear a nautical T)! Although I have a relationship already with this style I’m loving the new way to wear it (thank god no Jodhpur action here)! Kate Bosworth and Nicole Richie often channel the vintage pretty dress back with this boot, and also often take it on a rock n roll tour. Leather jacket (try Zara for the latest take on international trends) cropped skinny pants (a little ankle action on display slims the leg-line) and a basic t-shirt or tank and you will need your own security!
Try these styles:
Jayson and Journey (for a cool cult NY super model purchase) and my favourite Judo (leg elongation (tick) and my new must have now ‘out of the stables’ fashion update!)
Utility Lace Up Boot – Jess Hart loves this boot and ‘works it’ whether hanging out at an NY diner or super cool private club surrounded by her celebrity friends. Jess keeps her effortless fashion appeal to oversized khaki military jackets and optional denim and basic T’s. For night team a heeled utility with a harder edgy leather mini dress, red lip and bed hair. The military boot will always be an urban street hero, think a touch of soldier (who doesn’t love a man in uniform!) Style with a feminine print dress and structured blazer or a tailored mini skirt and loose ‘equipment’ silk shirt for a global military fashion takeover.
Try these styles:
Ruckus (ultra cool utility lace up flat boot – you are now channelling the model crew) Krew (utility wedge in charcoal with all of the added detailed extra’s) Hiker (I remember J-Lo rocking this style)
Special military mention here – Jackson – the ultimate ankle loving desert boot!
Wedge Boots - Who doesn’t love comfort and super model height all in one shoe? The ultimate ankle boot is the ‘wedge’ – add a platform to it and watch the envy all around you as you navigate your day. With so many options, which design and why? The block colour neutral front wedge has an infinity to stretch the leg-line, with a tan coloured micro suede front and block black back, this wedge has all the fashion rules covered. Wear with black opaques a denim vintage mini, loose boyfriend knit and sharp shoulder blazer. Another super cool NOVO ankle boot is the utility wedge with multi buckle details, be ready to be stopped in the street especially if you opt for the super styling plum version.
Try these styles:
Desio (midnight blue front, black back ‘leg envy’ block colour wedge – so seeing Chloe Sevigny in this) Trilogy (Utility black or coloured wedge, a SJP moment) Beaufort (for the office and typical Kate Middleton classic London style – sophisticated? Tick!)
The Block Heel Boots – Sometimes you just feel like making an entrance, and these sky high block heeled ankle boots are the perfect partner in crime! Covetable in every way, stack your shoe wardrobe with these ‘legs look super lean’ designs. Teamed with opaque tights they take on the best of the fashionistas. There can be no wrong here as long as skinny jeans are tucked in and no wide legged pants are used.
Try these styles:
Dorato (I can see J-Lo in these now!), Snaked (try a Lana Del Ray 60′s vision – especially in snakeskin) Spinn (Victoria Beckham must already have this)?
Jo x
Pictured Above: Cherie, Sharlene and Taliha. Novo Style Icon Competition Entries. Gorgeous gals!
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