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5 Ways to Wear Winter Boots Without Looking Like a Snowman

Just some friendly styling advice

Cue the Game of Thrones jokes. Winter is, indeed, coming. And you're going to have a whole lot of days wearing a whole lot of down. To help in the quest of chic-ifying our lives, here are a few tips on looking sharp, however frightful the weather.

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A Southern Drawl

Let Your Socks Be The Star Of The Show

Remember that little thing we told you about socks and ankle boots? It doesn't apply here. For high-top, all-weather boots, you want to create obvious layers and a look of coziness.

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Do The Same With Tights And Skirts

When you have no other choice but to wear a heavy-duty boot, the socks will help the outfit make sense. Just look for a dressier, more delicate style.


Consider A Different Shape

You don't have to stick with the same classic Bean boots that everyone else wears. We love this little low ankle boot (which, conversely, requires low socks).


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Brooklyn Blonde

Swap Excessive Fur For Excessive Color

Those shearling-trimmed snow clompers are tired. These color-blocked rubber joints are not.

Embrace Color Regardless

OK, OK. You're a ride-or-die lover of shearling. But you can, in fact, shake things up beyond that played-out tan. May we suggest rust? 



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Lousy baker, stellar shopping buddy

You can find Susan either blissfully buried in a pile of clothes or on a plane between L.A. and NYC.