Thigh High Boots

Heels only seem to be getting taller and along with them so have the limits on boots for winter.  Last season they hit mid calf, come Fall they rose to above the knee and as the snowy season quickly approaches they dare to rise thigh high.  This is not the first time we have seen these high-rise boots though.  In the days of “Pretty Woman” Julia Roberts expertly sported pair after pair, whether black patent leather or detailed with lace-ups all the way from the ankle, but we must not forget, she played a low class hooker. It seems now these boots have taken a 180, viewed with connects to class, style and elegance, maybe due to the patent leather being replaced with much richer detailing.  They allow a way to sport minis and short shorts as the temperature drops without baring too much skin.

First introduced to the fashion scene in plain black suede with a simple heel by Christian Louboutin, others designers are now experimenting with numerous cuts, materials and colors.  Jeffery Campbell has added his signature rugged look to this upcoming trend, elongating worn brown leather boots adorned with buckets and a stacked heel.  Designers like Ash, Juicy Couture and Camilla Skovgaard have turned away from the notorious stiletto and replaced it with a wedge or platform heel in order to make them more wearable for both night and day.

So if you wish to strut your thigh highs with zippers, studs, tassels, or even in multi-color be sure to follow a few basic tips.  Let them show! Thigh high boots aren’t meant to be covered and trying to pull pants down over them minimizes comfort and likewise, don’t try to tuck jeans into them.  Plan on showing a little upper leg with a short dress or pair of high waist shorts, and if you are initially timid about such short hem lines pair with tights for a look with a little more coverage.