You’d be hard-pressed to find a woman who loves boots more than I do. Seriously..my shoe addiction is affecting my life in a financially damaging/fabulously fashionable way. There’s nothing more stylish, comfortable and feminine than a pair of dark skinny jeans and amazing boots. Boots, boots, boots. My obsession might call for an intervention. And as one who spends lots of time looking down (at my boots, of course), to feel uplifted, I’d like to share my knowledge of boots with anyone who will listen..er, read.There are 5 basic kinds of boots that all women should have in their wardrobe:

Ankle Boots

If you clicked on this post because of the thumbnail, then you’re obviously a fan of ankle boots. Women’s ankle boots are a newer style and lately there’s been a million different kinds of styles to choose from ranging from casual to formal. The ankle cut is a stylish alternative to the knee high boot–unlike typical boots, ankle boots are easier to get on in the morning. Some women have a tough time wearing regular boots because of the zip and it’s often hard to find boots that match your shoe size and fit around your calves and jeans. Ankle boots look a lot less intimidating and also serve as an easy transition to adding boots into your wardrobe, if you’ve not been too keen on boots before.  It also is a great way to give your wardrobe an infusion of fresh style. I have a ton of knee high boots and sometimes you need a change of pace and ankle boots are the perfect answer. What is also great about ankle boots is that it is possible for one pair of boots to never make you feel overdressed or under-dressed in any situation. They come in flats and heels and in all shapes and sizes. The versatility, comfortability and stylishness of ankle boots is really remarkable and it would be wise to invest in a lovely pair of ankle boots.

Knee Boots

Knee boots are a basic item that all women should have. The real challenge comes in finding the right pair of knee boots for you. As I mentioned before, it’s often difficult for women to find a boot that fits their shoe size and their legs since often times we tuck our trousers into the boot, making it hard to zip up or pull on. If you have that kind of issue with boots, perhaps the best kind of knee-high boots for you would be stretch boots. These boots stretch to custom fit your legs. Investing some time to finding the perfect pair of knee boots, whether they have heels or not, is essential to really being happy wearing boots. Black knee boots are my personal favourite and I’ve worn down quite a few pairs to date.

Wedge Heel

I cannot walk in heels. I do a bit of walking throughout the day, so if I do want to wear heels, the most practical and stylish option available to me is the wedge heel. Wedge heels are chunky, wider heels that provide more balance and stability than typical heels which are thinner and require a grace that I am desperately lacking. They are classy and stylish and they don’t look like training-wheels for heels, which, for me, they are. I have a ton of flat boots but sometimes I want to wear something a bit more feminine and sexy while at the same time, not risk twisting my ankles on the way to work or falling on my face in front of my co-workers. If you have a similar perspective, I’m telling you, the wedge heel is a God-send.

Cowboy Boots

Not much to say apart from, I LOVE COWBOY BOOTS!! They ooze western style, look so different and look rough and feminine at the same time. I’ll let the picture do the talking.

Flat Boots

These boots are made for walking. If you’re not comfortable in your own shoes, it really shows. Flat boots are the most comfortable kind of boots to wear on a day-to-day basis. The nicest thing about flat boots is that they don’t compromise style for comfort. They still make you look great and your feet won’t be hurting at the end of the day. If you want the most comfortable boots possible that have no heel and can be worn casually, Ugg brown boots are incredibly popular. Now, people either love Uggs or hate it with the fiery passion. They’re low cut and comfy, but if you hate them but still want the same kind of comfort that Uggs provides, try black Skechers boots. They have a higher cut and look a bit more sophisticated but are still incredibly comfortable to walk in all day long. My favorite style is the Skechers Women’s Keepsakes-Coozy pair.

Now if you don’t fancy either of those styles, there’s a plethora of other kind of flat boots that will be sure to please. There are a million different styles of no heel, suede boots that are just lovely. I personally love black patent boots with a little bit of a heel. They have a small chunky heel that is comfortable and gives you a bit of height as well.

And finally, if you’re into hiking and the outdoors, walking boots for ladies are the best for those type of activities. Nothing can really beat the durability and comfort of a walking boot when you’re doing outdoor activities. They say you never really know a person unless you walk a mile in their shoes. If you take my advice, believe me, you’ll have a ton of people wanting to know what it’s like to be you.

Did you know?

High heels are bad for you ladies. Doctors have reported that wear heels over time will potentially cause severe damage to your feet and joints. So don’t feel bad if you can’t walk in heels–you’re not meant to. And if you love the look of heels as much as I do, try not to wear them every day or for an extended period of time and add some stylish flats to your collection of shoes.

-Miljean

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