How often have you daydreamed about the trendy boots you saw on the runway, impulsively buying them only to find you didn't know how or what to wear them with? And after the purchase, they gather dust in the back of the closet, almost never seeing daylight.
But don't worry. We got tips from style gurus on how you can use this comfortable shoe in different ways, as well as what to consider when choosing a new fashionable pair.
There are so many great options in store windows this season that it's easy to get confused. The first step to understanding how to wear boots and how to accessorize them is to get to know the different types of boots for women.
White winter
Because of their color, white heeled boots are unique in their urban style, so they are difficult to style. Ankur Srivastava, head of fashion design at Max Fashion, advises keeping the original western style in these white boots. “Pick flared denim and a button-down shirt for a western vibe. Or just pair white boots with a loose maxi dress for a bohemian aesthetic,” he says.
Shoemart's design team suggests another way to style white ankle boots: ditch the sneakers and pair sweatpants or cropped jeans with white ankle boots. This fall, you can become a style influencer.
Stiletto “Sock Boots” on a hairpin
These sophisticated, slim mid-calf stiletto boots have a chunky shaft in canvas for socks. Boots with socks look very sleek, feminine and snug. Pair them with fitted or flowy knee-length evening dresses for a sophisticated look. Black sock boots are a must-have in your wardrobe, but don't stop at one shade. Explore shoes in other colors and materials. The new version of the sock boot has sports stripes along the edge of the toe. Pair it with a luxurious tracksuit; Striped stiletto socks can be used to give your sporty outfits the most glamorous finishing touch.
Booties ugg boots
Ugg booties are back in style - check out our range of fur-lined shelves this season. Try not to wear them with pantyhose as you may end up looking too "winter" for the UAE. Ugg style flat heeled boots look cute and youthful and can also be included in our winter wardrobe.
“Wearing a slip dress with a cozy cardigan and fur-lined boots is appropriate for the gentle Dubai winter,” advises Shoemart, whose latest collection features several fur-lined ugg-style boots.
Boots for petite girls?
Stilettos There is one "no" for petite girls. Just like ballerinas or flat sandals do nothing to elevate petite girls' play style as their legs appear shorter, so do flat heeled booties - no no. Choose stilettos.
Secondly, not all women can wear over the knee boots well. Petite women will find that even just above the knee boots reach to the top of the thighs, and so the true thigh-length version may end up looking weird on them. So, first evaluate the correct height of the long boots you need before choosing long thigh high boots.
Stylish looks with boots
The biggest problem with boots is the dilemmas associated with pairing them with clothing. Here are some guidelines:
visual weight: Boots, by their very nature, are a visually significant style of footwear – which is why they tend to become the center of attention. The higher the shoe, the more visual weight it carries and makes you more beautiful.
Individuality: the boots look like a bold accessory and showcase the wearer's equally strong and bold personality. Long boots look bolder than short ones. When choosing a new type of shoe, ask yourself if you want to create that kind of personality and what effect you want to create.
5 points: When choosing a pair of boots for your dress style, keep in mind: boot length, heel, material, color, and purpose of the boots.
Winter boots discussion
A smart solution for wearing boots in winter in Dubai is to create an atmosphere of the right season. When you wear boots in the warm Dubai winters, remember that the goal is not to create an extremely "winter" vibe (because that would be a mistake!). Instead, follow the style to create a mild winter or "autumn" vibe in cold countries. You can wear boots of any length and fabric, as long as you don't pair them with tights, especially opaque ones for snowy climates. If necessary, take a light sheer pair and make sure you only wear it for evenings when you intend to spend a lot of time outdoors.
Materials
Boots come in several materials, the most common being leather, suede, and fabric with mixed accents.
✱ Leather boots are a bold look, but women everywhere love the rock star vibe that leather boots can bring. These boots have their own style issue as they tend to look quite dressy. Black leather boots are dressier than brown ones, so pair them with an evening dress.
With brown leather, you can easily create a chic daytime look.
Create a unique contrast by teaming black skinny jeans with classic brown leather boots and a leather bag with a slight opening in the ankle. Same with white jeans, brown leather boots and a brown leather bag.
As a general rule, choose slouchy leather material for knee high boots. Structured leather material is best limited to shorter boots. Also, leather is a hard material, so it may not be very comfortable for tight styles above the knees.
✱ Suede is the favorite material of every fashionista's boots. The rough surface of suede makes it especially attractive, while its softer and more pliable texture increases the shoe's comfort factor. No wonder suede thigh high boots are very comfortable. The material adds lightness and ease, making it versatile and suitable for year-round use. Over-the-knee suede boots are softer and perfect for Dubai's mild winter. They don't look as dressy as long leather boots. While leather thigh-high boots may look super glamorous on the runway, they are dressier and less comfortable than their suede sisters.
What fashionistas love this season:
Brocade booties. The allure of traditional woven materials like brocade is evident this season in boots. “These are the perfect boots to add a touch of luxury to a fall midi dress,” says Shoemart's design team.
