My New Over-The-Knee Boots

Hey girlfriends, guess what?  I finally broke down and bought a pair of the Over-The-Knee Boots!  I have been on the fence about them for three years now.  I was afraid to spend a lot of money on something so trendy, but after three years, I don't think they are going anywhere soon.  I still haven't seen any women wearing them in my hometown, but when I was in Minneapolis Christmas weekend everyone was wearing them.  So I'm sure they will make an appearance in my town next year, since we are always behind the trends here.

It took awhile to find a pair I liked.  I didn't want a flat, nor a spiky heel.  I didn't think the flats were flattering in the OTK styles, and I can not walk in spiky heels.  So when I saw these boots with a chunky heel at Famous Footwear, they seemed perfect for me!

The first time I wore my OTK boots was to go shopping.  I was able to shop all day in comfort thanks to the chunky heel.  But my favorite part was how much they kept my legs warm.  It was below zero and I wore them with black leggings, yet I didn't feel the cold one bit.

Although it looked great, it was hard to notice the OTK boots with the black leggings, so I decided to try them with grey skinny jeans.  I must say, I love this look much better.  I like the contrast between the jeans and the boots.

Underneath my grey wool coat I have on one of the new sweaters I told you about on Friday's Post HERE.  This is actually the exact same sweater but in a different color.  It's also a Medium Tall so it's a tad longer than the grey one I have on in the other post which is just a Medium.  I would have loved to have purchased them both in a Medium Tall, but this was the only one they had.

Of the four sweaters I bought that day, this one is my favorite.  I just love the length, and of course, burgundy is one of my favorite colors to wear.

I purchased several new scarves and hats when I was out shopping with a dear old friend.  The hat I'm wearing today is from last year, but the scarf I bought for only $10 at JCP.   I told my friend while shopping that I feel hats and scarves not only complete an outfit, but you can totally change the look of an outfit by just changing out the scarf and hat!

My gloves and purse were both gifts from my daughter.  The gloves are by Michel Kors and the purse is from Charming Charlies.

 I felt the metallic gold purse was a nice soft contrast to all the neutrals;  and I love how the gold studs in the gloves echo the gold color of the handbag.

Here are some close ups of my new Over-The-Knee boots.  They are by Madden Girl and although I tried them on at Famous Footwear I wanted to think about them so I waited to purchase them (like three years of thinking wasn't enough, I know).  But it ended up being a good thing that I did wait because I found them on-line at DSW for $10.00 less.

 They are made of a thin black suede and are very easy to get on and off.  I love the buckle detail in the back and on the side. My only negative remark would be that they tend to slide down on me.  I do have very thin legs, so maybe that's the problem, I don't know.  I'm going to try to punch another hole in the strap to make it tighter behind the knee and see if that helps.  Does anyone else have this problem with OTK boots, and if so, what do you recommend?

My wool peacoat is by Worthington.  I bought it at JCP years ago but don't wear it much.  I think it's lovely, it's just a tad tight in the back and it's really not warm enough for my climate to get much use out of it.  But it's still a nice alternative to have in my coat closet!

Madden Girl Daallas Over the Knee Boot - Famous Footwear:  HERE, Stylus Long-Sleeve Tunic Sweater - JCPenney:  HERE,  Grey Skinny Jeans - Target, no longer available, similar HERE, Grey Infinity Scarf - JCPenney, no longer available, similar HERE,  Grey and Black Beanie - JCPenney, no longer available, similar HERE, Michael Kors Gloves - Macy's, HERE, Gold Handbag - Charming Charlies, no longer available, similar HERE, and Worthington Grey Peacoat - JCPenney, no longer available, similar HERE.

Have a Great Day!  Amy

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