Wednesday, August 27

Are You Ready For a Reboot?

If the answer to this question is a resounding "Yes, please," then plant your feet in these updates on the classics- they make for a stylish view from wherever you stand.

Lace Up

Take a chic step forward with the help of some extra height.  Stilettos in a flashy oxblood bring attitude to an LBD, while block-heeled booties spiff up fashiony sweat pants.  Feeling more badass? Try a rad pair of combat boots.

Giuseppe Zanotti
Giuseppe Zanotti
Manolo Blahnik



Tommy Hilfiger
Giuseppe Zanotti
Prada


Over-the-Knee

I know, you're thinking Kinky Boots.  But these thigh-highs have a more country- and less showy- appeal in rich, autumnal hues, complete with traditional hardware.  Choose a flat sole or a thick stacked heel to read PG, and pair with a longer skirt that doesn't expose any leg.  Behold, chicest tights ever.

Guess
Sergio Rossi


Henry Ferrera
Valentino
Stuart Weitzman













Chelsea

Mod is having a moment, and these are the linchpin of any '60s- flavored rock and roll uniform. Bring them into the now with strategic cutouts, colored snakeskin, or wingtip-inspired embossing.  Now just slither into the tightest drain pipe trousers you can find, and you're ready for a (remixed) sound check.

Saint Laurent
Saint Laurent
Jeffrey Campbell


Chloe
Dolce & Gabbana
Alexander Wang



Chloe

Equestrian

Even if you're not quite a horse-jumping  pro, you can still dress the part.  A pair of calf-hugging boots in sumptuous leather bring instant polish to basics- I love them with a white oxford shirt and a trench- and they only look better with age.  For a modern spin on the timeless shape, experiment with a woven motif, or go bold in a colorblock version done up in an offbeat 70s palette.


Tory Burch
Tory Burch
Tory Burch
Cole Haan
Christian Louboutin
Tory Burch




Western

Yee haw- the Wild West is back.  Only this time around the ranch is a much fancier place, thanks to boots crafted in luxe suede trimmings.  Pull off the trend without looking lost on the prairie by skipping other cow-girl inspired accoutrements. That means no chambray button-downs or scene-stealing belt buckles- and definitely no spurs.

Altuzarra

Michael Kors
Michael Kors













Michael Kors
Gianvito Rossi


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