Sept 29: Nothing, and we mean nothing, takes the chill out of bracing for winter like the thought of a new pair of boots. And, as any 'nista worth her snow-dissolving salt knows, we're not talking about slush-kickers here. We're talking sleek, over-the-top (and this season, most likely over-the-knee) scene-stealers that inspire daydreams and jealous glances. Since boots are bigger than ever this season, we started our mental shopping list early, looking for diverse takes on this important fall trend. Master of sex appeal Tom Ford takes top honors with his studded, over-the-knee Gucci stilettos that manage to merge wearable with wow. For a less swinging seventies look, try Calvin Klein's ultramodern, strap-happy, military-inspired black beauties, which hit just under the knee. And, for the girl who likes to buck convention, an ankle boot with unexpected detailing, like this dramatic front-slit look from Sigerson Morrison, can be just the thing for stepping out in a crowd.
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