Over the Knee Boots are a fashion staple that you want to incorporate into your fall (and winter) looks ASAP, if not sooner. OTK boots are everywhere. Major designers are showcasing their own version of this style of boot. From Chloe, Philip Lim, Stuart Weitzman and every-one-else-in-between, this boot is not leaving the fashion scene any time soon. <hooray!> Now the question is, what boots do you purchase to look chic and fashionable, while being flattering to your body?
The MOST popular way to wear OTK boots, and the way most style them on a day-to-day basis, is with pants. Follow these TOP TIPS to look on trend, while being incredibly flattering on you.
Flattering Proportions: Your OTK boot should hit right above your knee. It’s a “Golden Ratio” #math thing.
Street Chic: So simple. Rest your jacket casually over your shoulders instead of keeping your arms inside. Done.
Classic and Casual is Key. Your other key wardrobe pieces should be trusted and true classics. Like a blazer, button down top, or vneck sweater. Keeps balance for your overall outfit. Think about it this way – focus on only one part of your look. With OTK boots, that’s the focus, so the rest should be the foundation.
Accentuate a long, lean line. Slim Fitted Pants such as; skinny jeans, slim fit pants, thicker/structured leggings are all go-to pieces. Allows the OTK boot be the center of attention. Who wants a bunched up pair of pants sloppily coming out of the top of your boots? #Fail. Talk about ruining the outfit and your stylish vibe.
Structured and Fitted Tops: The best bet to not get swallowed up or add on any extra pounds to your look is wearing a structured and (semi) fitted top. Avoid any billowy, flowy or voluminous tops when wearing OTK boots. It’s just-too-much. Tip: tuck in the front part of the shirt to casually cinch in your waist.
Luxe look of suede in the fall = Perfection.
Where to shop for these OTK boots? Dillards. Why? With over 30 brands for OTK boots, you have options! Vince Camuto, Frye, Calvin Klein, Coach, Michael Kors, Karl Lagerfeld Paris and more. Dillards has their OWN exclusive designers that you can.not.find anywhere else. These Gianni Bini boots... I mean, exactly what you want in an OTK boot.
How will you style your OTK boots?
*Loved partnering with Dillards at the Great Northern Mall for this post, but as always – all opinions are my own. xx
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I was just looking for some tall boots, and these are perfect! I have a great collection of booties but still need to get some tall ones too!
I have been shopping for the perfect over the knee boots and have never been to Dillards! I love the boots you are wearing here!!
Those are simply gorgeous. I can’t wear things like that with my short stumpy legs. However, I do love seeing them on people with long legs.
Love love and can I say love the boots! They are adorable with the outfit and I totally need a pair!
I have never owned a pair of OTK boots. I do like how the color of yours is a stark contrast against your jeans. Very stylish!
I just love OTK boots for the fall season! Thanks for sharing sweet girl! I love yours 🙂
Not sure I’m ready to jump on the OTK look here in south Florida. I did, however, pick up some new tall boots last week. 🙂
Wow! They are so flattering. I love the color and the height. It’s rare that I wear boots in Southern California, especially during the day, but I was just looking for a new, classy boot to wear to the theater in December.
This outfit is everything! Not only am I digging the boots, but the coat is perfect too. I love the navy and brown combos!
I’m so jealous of your closet! These are some great boots and you have excellent tips for purchasing. I love the open back behind the knee too.
I want a pair of boots like these so bad! Unfortunately my legs are only about 2 foot long (maybe a bit of an exaggeration)…but these are sooo cute!
These are great. I have never owned a pair of over the knee boots, I am short and just wasn’t sure if they would make me look shorter or not. I guess I will just have to go a try some on!
Those boots are such an amazing color. They go with everything. I’ll have to look at getting some OTK boots.
Those are some awesome looking boots! Not only do I love the color, but I love the style!
Those boots are amazing! I need some new shoes for the fall and these would be just the thing! I love shoes so I don’t really need an excuse to check these out!
Love those boots, very chic! I am obsessed with knee high and OTK boots this fall. I’m drooling over the Stuart Weitzman ones but they are so pricey, luckily Steve Madden makes some great dupes!
I love those! I am so short I am always scared about wearing tall boots. But, I might have to try these!
I have a pair of OTK boots very similar to yours and LOVE them! I want to invest in a black pair as well! You look so adorable. Thanks for the tips!
They are flattering indeed! I can think of a number of outfits that I can wear this with! It’s really lovely and it’s perfect for the weather!
I love those boots. I think my gf would cherish them as gift, she only has black rn
You make those boots look GOOD! I have never really worn over the knee since I am in Florida and we only have fall weather for like three days, lol.
I have never worn a boot like this with a heel. I love the styling of these and need a pair in my closet asap!
These boots are so cute!! I love getting new boots to wear in the cooler weather! My old boots just got a huge scuff so I’m looking!
You. Look. Amazing. Those boots are crazy cute. I have been wanting to get a new pair of boots this season that go over the knee!
LOVE OTK boots for this season! You look fab! Your outfit is on point!
Those boots look amazing, and I definitely loved that color paired with the blue. So pretty!
The long line is what I need. MY calves never fit into boots right though 🙁 It always stinks.
I love a great over the knee boot. I dont have many but I think they are so sexy yours look great!
These boots are gorgeous and perfect for showing off in the fall. They can be dressed up and down and just look great.
That jacket is perfect! SOOO cute for fall and not too heavy so you still feel like you can move around.
Beautiful boots – perfect for fall. I love wearing boots, but I have never had an OTK pair. Maybe this year…
Great tips on how to find the right boots!! I’ve never thought about the golden ratio with how I wear clothing but I will def look into that more! Thanks!
Omg how chic are those boots?!?! Perfect for fall!! I so need a pair since they would look pretty awesome with a few sweaters I have
Those are such gorgeous boots! I love the color combo of your outfit too!