The Grown-Up’s Guide to Wearing Thigh-High Boots

Especially if your skirt or dress hem is on the shorter side, make sure to properly cover your upper thighs to keep the go-go dancer look at bay. Even sheer stockings will do the trick.

Any outerwear with a knee-skimming hemline contrasts nicely with the tall boots by adding an extra layer of coverage for bare thighs. 

Skinny jeans and over-the-knee boots on the bottom call for boxier silhouettes up top to keep your overall look balanced. A chunky sweater or structured blazer is a chic alternative to a skintight look throughout.

Strutting in four-inch stilettos is fun and all...but thigh-high and tall-heeled boots scream Spice Girls, '96. Instead, opt for a low heel or flat pair. They're comfortable, versatile and won't make you feel like you're in the "Say You'll Be There" video.