Her style has us saying "Mamma Mia!"
I'm a firm believer that shoes should always complement an outfit—not compete with it. Of course, I love the many wild and wacky options available, but as we get deeper into the chilly fall months, there's a strong case to be made for storing away your attention-grabbing sky-high platforms and ankle-breaking heels in favor of more demure, practical styles.
Take Cher's latest look she wore on the red carpet to support her son Chaz Bono at the premiere of their horror flick Little Bites at the Aero Theatre in California on October 3rd. The multi-hyphenate icon wore a tailored white blazer covered in spray paint graffiti and safety pins, giving her all-black outfit a head-turning, rebellious punk aesthetic. She paired her edgy look with modest over-the-knee leather boots that felt stylish yet grounded.
Sure, there's nothing particularly Earth-shattering about this tried-and-true boot style, but there's a reason why it's endured the endless fashion trend cycle. Their length and fabrication help provide protection from chilly weather, and they're the perfect unassuming yet chic shoe choice for when you want to make other parts of your outfit stand out. Luxury designers also took note of the versatility of over-the-knee boots, with models at Burberry, Chloé, Dior, and Versace marching down the runway in them.
Coach Over the Knee Platform Boot
$348 at Nordstrom
Marc Fisher Terrea Over the Knee Boot
$99 $70 at Dsw.com
When it comes to styling your boots, there are endless possibilities. Like Cher, you can color-match them to your outfit to create a monochromatic look or style them as a contrast to your clothes. Take, for instance, a flowy peasant dress or a pair of blue jeans on their own. They may seem relatively tame, but when you add a bit of rigid leather to the look, they suddenly become a bit more daring and stylish.
So, if you want to reboot your footwear, take a look at the boots below.
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Steve Madden Larz Over the Knee Boot
Shop now: $69 (Originally $99); nordstrom.com
Kenneth Cole Leanna Knee High Boot
Shop now: $99 (Originally $219); nordstrom.com
Baretraps Over the Knee Boot
Shop now: $89 (Originally $119); dsw.com
Dream Pairs Over the Knee Boot
Shop now: $49; amazon.com
ShoeN’ Tale Over the Knee Boot
Shop now: $48; amazon.com