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As the weather turns chilly and the ground gets messy, it’s time to stow our delicate footwear and embrace booties. They’re some of the comfiest footwear options for cooler weather because they’re stable around your ankle, which provides more support than a shoe. They also keep your feet warmer and dryer during nasty weather. Let’s look at some new ideas for how to wear ankle boots over 50. There are lots of new readers here, so I’m updating this post with fresh ideas and outfits.
Booties are incredibly adaptable, and with a little creativity, you can work them into most outfits. Whether you prefer a rounded toe, pointed toe, short or long ankle shaft, block heel or stiletto heel, leather, suede, or fabric, there is an ankle boot for every woman’s needs.There are also plenty of flat boots with flexible soles and arch support in varying widths, so there’s no need to sacrifice comfort for style.
Tips for Choosing the Right Ankle Boots Over 50
- Comfort is key, so look for ankle boots with a comfortable fit, supportive sole, and a heel height that you can manage and walk in gracefully. Tottering around on sky-high heels that affect your gait just looks dumb. Plus, why risk your ankles?
- Quality materials are an investment for the long term. Invest in ankle boots made from genuine leather or suede for durability and style. The new fabric options offer comfort and versatility for casual outfits.
- Neutral-colored boots in black, brown, or tan are extremely versatile for your wardrobe, but don’t let that limit you.
How to Wear Ankle Boots with Bootcut, Flare & Wide-leg Jeans
This is such a natural combination because you can skip the sock conundrum and simply cover the entire area. The hem of your jeans should cover the top of your foot and can extend partway down the heel to elongate your look and make your legs look longer.
How to Wear Ankle Boots with Straight-leg Jeans
Straight jeans look great worn over the top of the ankle boot. Be sure your jeans are long enough to cover several inches at the shaft or they’ll snag the top of the bootie when you sit down and need constant adjusting as you go about your day. The closer fitting the shaft, the better they work with straight-leg jeans.
How to Wear Ankle Boots When You’re Petite
Proportion is critical when you’re petite, so wear booties that will allow your pants to cover the top of your foot and elongate your leg. The shorter the top or jacket, the longer your legs will look. Heeled booties will help you look taller, so if your feet can tolerate high heel booties, go for it.
How to Wear Ankle Boots with Leggings
Ankle boots with a higher shaft are great for tucking leggings into. There are no hard and fast rules, but the narrower your pant leg, the flatter your heel should be. When the boot and leggings closely match in tone or color, they give a long, lean line. For extra staying power, you can tuck the bottom of the legging into a pair of short socks, which helps to keep them tucked in. This look is great styled with a longer sweater, jacket, or tunic, which covers the top of the leggings and your backside.
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How to Wear an Ankle Bootie with Skirts and Dresses
Knee boots are a classic look with skirts, but the latest trend of wearing ankle boots with skirts has become mainstream. You could pair it with bright-colored tights or go for the monochromatic look and match your tights to your ankle boots. Look for booties with a narrower and shorter shaft to help your legs look as long as possible. A pointed-toe bootie will also help elongate your legs and is a nice option with a midi skirt.
Types of Ankle Boots
Colorful Ankle Boots
Black and brown boots are expected. Why not add a pop of color to a neutral outfit by pairing it with colored booties? I matched these to my blazer to keep the eye moving around my silhouette.
Style Tip- If your booties are the only pop of color in your outfit, all attention slams to a halt at your feet and stays there. Adding it in a scarf, blouse, hat, or jacket draws the eye back up to your face.
Flat Ankle Boots
Skinny jeans are not as popular this year, but many ladies still love them, and they tend to look best with a flat ankle boot. Hem your blue jeans so that there is a small amount of leg showing between the skinny jeans and the top of the boot. Straight-leg jeans, pants, and trousers also work well with a flat boot when you have the leg long enough to cover the top of your foot.
Lug Sole Booties
Lug sole booties look great with wide-leg pants and jeans because the wider leg adds visual weight, which helps balance the boot. They also look great with leggings tucked into them and a long, cozy sweater.
Sock Booties
Sock booties with a higher tight shaft are perfect to wear with a narrower leg because they’ll stay put and not interfere with the pants. They also work well with color-coordinated tights and skirts to give a continuous line that helps your legs look longer.
Embrace Elastic and Zippers
Booties with elastic side panels or zippers make it easy to slip them on and off with ease. I discovered knit booties in a stretch fabric several years ago and love their comfort. The heavier the texture, the more casual the vibe.
Are you a fan of booties? How do you like to wear yours?
Thanks for reading, and be sure to wear what makes you feel confident.
