December 6, 2009
- 10:00 am
By CC Staff
Q. What is the best way to wear booties?
A. Not only are ankle boots a huge trend, but they’re also extremely versatile. You can wear them with jeans or leggings or in place of a pump with dresses and skirts. Since booties range from super low (sometimes called shooties) to heights that are well above your ankle bone, how you wear your boots depends on the style of boot.
Shooties or shoe booties look best with skirts, dresses and long skinny jeans or leggings. These are the most flattering style to wear since they come down low on the leg, making them look longer than with other styles of boots. Booties that come up a bit higher on the ankle can also be worn with skirts and dresses but look best on women with slim calves. Another option for ankle boots is to wear them with skinny or boot cut jeans or leggings. Here are some celebrity photos for inspiration: Read More »
Tags: ankle boots, booties, fall trends, Katy Perry, Keri Russell, kristen stewart, leighton meester, nicky hilton, reese witherspoon, Rihanna, shoe booties, style advice, stylebakery, winter trends
November 13, 2009
- 2:00 pm
By Jill - University of Wisconsin

We all have that friend who can wear the same dress over and over and over again, but each time it somehow looks new. Or different. Or cooler. “I wish I could do that,” you think as you stare at your dress and think that by wearing different shoes you will somehow achieve a whole new look.
FAIL FAIL FAIL, my friends.
Fact is, in order to make a dress look new and different you must change all components surrounding it. If you wore tights and heels last time, wear leggings and flats this time around. If you rocked red lipstick before, do a smokey eye and a muted lip. Add accessories, switch out the belt that came with it for a new chunky detailed belt, throw on a blazer…
Think about that piece in your wardrobe like your favorite fro yo place with an add-your-own-toppings bar: Oreo makes everything better the options are endless! Read More »
Tags: american apparel dress, budget style, cardigan, fall trends, lace tights, leather jacket, leggings, one dress three ways, over-the-knee boots, reuse, Rocker Chic, shoe booties, shopping on a budget, Wardrobe