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I was intimidated by the over the knee look when it made its re-entry last winter. Over the knee, isn’t that for Julia Roberts character in Pretty Woman?

While I was in NYC last Christmas, I started noticing all kinds of women in over the knee. They looked stylish and chic. What I quickly noted was the heel was flat. I often overlook a flat heel because I am only 5’1 and I will take any help I can get. Secondly, I live in the South and it should be noted Southern girls love their heels! Within the hour, I had purchased an over the knee boot. There are two important rules to follow when wearing over the knee; a flat to a 2inch heel and tight enough pant legs so you have no bunching.

Casual Day to Dinner:

For a chic day look or a weeknight casual look, I love wearing all black. The suede boot and cashmere sweater make this all black look softer and feminine. Since I have selected a flat heel boot, my look is appropriate for a day in the office, running errands or lunching with my friends. I am suggesting a splurge on the cashmere sweater inside my complete collection since it is a piece you can wear so many ways and will become a wardrobe builder that will last you several seasons.

Sassy and Classy:

This look is sassier and more spirited. Yet, it is easy and great for errand running or heading to school. It is a great use of your wardrobe multipliers: black jeans and black v-neck. I am bringing them modern and on trend with the boot and moto jacket. I know, I know, I keep talking about the moto jacket. Clearly, you need one since I have now shown it styled with rain boots, a wear-to-work look and here as a casual, yet sassy option. I have found a GREAT moto that won’t break your budget. You are going to want to add a moto jacket to your collection; it’s timeless and making it to the top of trends this year!

Yoga to Lunch:

One of my favorite ways to style the over the knee boot, is with yoga leggings. Yes, folks the needle just scratched the record. If you know me, you know I am not exactly on a fan of the legging. I said it, I am "one of those people" who never got on the trend train with the legging. I hope someone is fanning Tina right now because my bet is she passed out when she read this. I LOVE leggings with over the knee boots! One of my favorite ways to style them is as a post workout shoe swap. We all do it. We go to class and then meet a friend for lunch. We proceed to squirm and apologize for being in our workout clothes.

So swap your tennis shoes for your boots and add a long sweater or over layer to cover your bum like the one in my complete collection. And if you really want to take it up a notch, put on your MOTO jacket. You knew it was coming. Seriously, it is a fabulous street style trend.

The over the knee boot is a chic and stylish option this year. You will see me in my over the knee boot again in a few weeks when I talk about how Lace is changing its tune this fall.

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Until next time,

Jessica