Fashion: Bootylicious.THERE isn't much to look forward to in the cold wintry win·try also win·ter·y adj. win·tri·er also win·ter·i·er, win·tri·est also win·ter·i·est 1. Belonging to or characteristic of winter; cold. 2. months. Luckily, checking out the season's newest trends brings a little sunshine to everyone's lives - and one of the best things is getting your feet into a new pair of boots. There are lots of new styles to step out in, from slouchy slouch v. slouched, slouch·ing, slouch·es v.intr. 1. To sit, stand, or walk with an awkward, drooping, excessively relaxed posture. 2. To droop or hang carelessly, as a hat. v. knee-high boots to flat comfortable ones, and plenty of colours to suit everyone RETURN TO CLASSIC Black and tan Black and Tan Member of a British auxiliary force employed in Ireland against the republicans (1920–21). When Irish nationalist agitation intensified after World War I, many Irish police resigned and were replaced by these temporary English recruits, who dressed in a are back with a twist. Mixed with metallics, it's not as sombre som·bre adj. Chiefly British Variant of somber. sombre or US somber Adjective 1. serious, sad, or gloomy: a sombre message 2. as you might expect. A pair of well-made black boots will serve as an investment for the future, as they're timeless and can be worn anytime and anywhere. Affordable options include Evans' black boots with stitching detail, pounds 80, and River Island's black boots, pounds 84.99. Tan is always a great alternative to black. Detail is key, so Next's brogue round-toed tan long boots, pounds 89.99, have pretty chunky stitching VINTAGE VICTORIAN Take inspiration from the Victorian era and pick a pair of lace-up boots. Round-toes are also making a comeback and flats and wedges act as alternatives to the highest heel. Black boots will take you from day to night, so take a look at Marks & Spencer's black lace-up front boots, pounds 75, Kit black lace-up high leg boots, pounds 65, at Abound, or Principles black leather lace-up boots, pounds 79 HOT HUES Had enough of black and brown? It's time to be adventurous and explore the other colours winter has to offer. Sexy shades you won't be able to get enough of include berry tones, dull metallics like pewter, plus teal teal: see duck. teal Any of about 15 species (genus Anas, family Anatidae) of small dabbling ducks found on the major continents and many islands. Many are popular game birds. greens and blues. Berry colours add warmth to outfits, so check out Esprit's grape suede knee boots, pounds 89.95, from John Lewis LUXURY LOOK Embellishment and embroidery have been replaced by luxury material this season. Brocade, suede and faux fur look and feel sumptuous and strokeable - and are perfect for getting the winter look. Look cute in Oasis' Lisa suede boots with stacked heel and swinging tassels, pounds 85, and add a touch of vintage with Office's Laura knee boots in floral brocade, pounds 79.99. For warmth try Brantano's Ski Bunny snowflake quilted wedge boots, pounds 40 CAPTION(S): Clockwise from top left: Esprit's boots in grape suede, pounds 89.95; Office's Laura knee boot, pounds 79.99; Ski Bunny Snowflake quilted wedge boots, pounds 40 from Brantano; Marks & Spencer's black lace-up, pounds 75 Main picture: Lisa boots from Oasis, with stacked heel and swinging tassels |
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