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Boots.....you gotta have them.

The cold weather is finally beginning to make its’ way to our state! For many people, boots have been a year round wardrobe staple, similar to the newest trend of wearing white jeans all year. So let’s chat about wearing and rocking boots all year round.

The style that comes to mind that I see most is cowboy boots. Case in point, this past spring when the market was flooded with ruffles and flowing floral dresses that came to mid-thigh or long ankle-length peasant skirts, both worn with cowboy boots. I must admit I saw more young women and gals in their mid twenties sporting the relaxed look. I loved it, and even saw the return of the short denim skirt, layered strappy tees, big earrings and boots for a fun summer look. I love that shoes and now boots are season-less and that if people see Taylor Swift wearing her boots it somehow becomes more acceptable.

I purchased my first pair of cowboy boots back in college (just a mere 10 plus years ago) by Nine West and still have them. For those of you that know me or have seen me you know that the ten plus years ago is joke and that I actually have a daughter, Kelsi, who herself is in college. No need to do the math!

So about 4 years ago I bought a pair of basic tan Frye boots. I have worn them with long skirts, leggings and long sweaters, jeans and my favorite dresses. I no longer feel like I need to wear them out West only. It is amazing that anything goes, as long as you wear them with confidence. Along that line, UGG's have made such an impact on the market for the past 6-8 years that I am at the point that all I can say is “Really?” How many times can something be reinvented?

Check out these sequined puppies that I saw recently at Belk’s:

So, if you are insistent on wearing these, here are the ground rules:

• You must be no older than 13 years old and no taller than 5'3''.
• You must not like or know what a valley girl is.
• You may not wear any other sequins on your body (that includes scarves).
• You must not try and match any other garment on your body with the color of your sequined UGG's Pair with jeans, leggings, jeggings, short neutral one color skirts, no longer than 19 inches.
• Lastly, when the sequins begins to fall off, color the bare spots in with the same color marker bought from a craft store.
• Don't expect to want to wear them more than one season. You will tire of them. OMG, I sound like my mother! I never tire of things that are funky.
• If you insist on buying them, then rock them out girls!

So we have covered cowboy boots and UGG's, so far. What’s new this season?

Skinny, chunky, lace ups with rubber soles, textured or weathered with a burnout look, buckled boots, over the knee, snakeskin, fabric and all heel heights and toe boxes.

Before purchasing boots here are a few things to remember:

• Brown boots can be worn with black, camel, navy, dark greens and most every color clothing.
• Black boots are not a must for your wardrobe.
• Think about what you will wear your boots with to determine whether you want a shoe, ankle, under your knee or above your knee boot.
• Try thinking out of the box, but remember to only select a boot that has a comfortable foot bed and heel height that is good for walking. This is when comfort must meet style, no matter what the models are wearing on the runway. You never want your boots or shoes to send you running to the podiatrist.
• Check the boots you have already in your closet to have them polished or re-soled. A little polish can really make an old boot look wow!
• Lastly check out www.zappos.com for a huge boot selection. They even have a foot specialist available to answer questions. Take advantage of the free shipping.

Before I close this blog, I have to mention that this idea came from my good friend, who loves a bargain and generally does quite well. She has her own sense of style and I am thrilled with the ways she shops consignment stores looking for hidden treasures. She sent me pictures of all her boots, asking which can be worn and which should be tossed. Here are my suggestions:

• Love the short black boot- wear it with pants or jeans and a black or tweed blazer.
• Ugg's  - save for bad weather but limit the use. Been there done that!
• Love the tan boots with flower around the ankle. Pair them with tights of all colors and wear with dresses, skirts and leggings!
• Black slouch boot will also be good with leggings or skinny jeans and longer jackets and sweaters.
• The tall black boot with the chunky heel, I think I would consign or pack away for a while. 

If you want to purchase anything new this season, I would go for a textured or weather looking brown boot.

Good job girlfriend!