Fall Shoe Trends

Step into fall!

This fall’s hottest fashion accessory is the perfect pair of boots.

With so many options and styles to choose from, we went to Jacqui Stafford, Shape Magazine’s Executive Style Director, to walk us though the latest trends.

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Open Toe: Rihanna has been spotted out on the town with open-toe boots. BCBGeneration lace cut-out open-toe booties with zipper ($110) or the Worthington for JC Penney camel suede open-toe ankle booties ($110) are great transition boots since you can wear them all year round.

TIP: When the temperature drops, simply wear with tights.

Embellished: Fabulosity for JC Penney grey booties with open toes ($60) or the Stuart Weitzman black suede stud and chain embellished boots from Bergdorf Goodman ($595) can take any outfit from blah to glam!

TIP: Embellished boots should be the focus of your whole look. Pair them with clothing in solid shades so they stand out and don’t distract or clash with your ensemble. If you are going for a rocker chic look, pair them with a motorcycle jacket.

Ankle Booties: Aldo purple suede slouched ankle boots ($120) or Wendy’ personal favorites, Colin Stuart for Victoria’s Secret shearling booties ($99) are more flattering for girls with slimmer calves. Ankle booties are the hottest style this fall!

TIP: If you have less than perfect legs, wear ankle booties with skinny pants rather than a dress or skirt.

Flats: Aerosoles faux python flat boots ($110) and Frye Cyndi slouch boots ($298) are a casual alternative to the ballet flat.

TIP: Flat boots work best over jeans, and can be paired with almost any top for a relaxed weekend look.

Over-the-Knee: Colin Stuart for Victoria’s Secret grey suede convertible, over-the-knee boot ($119) and Kelsi Dagger chocolate suede boots with zip ($220) are worn best over skinny leg jeans, leggings or with mini skirts.

TIP: Over-the-knee boots instantly make you appear longer and leaner. Petite girls should steer clear of this style since they can overwhelm a petite frame.