What's new Wednesday: Boots

We have had a very busy week, including an awesome photo shoot for the new Style by Risso website with friend and super talented photographer Tia Margaux. With the autumn months clearly on the way, it's time to talk about boots. There are some terrific styles for fall, from wedge to spiky heel, the assortment appeals to every taste and budget. Enjoy!

Shearling lace-up

Sperry Top Sider, $160

Ted Baker, $329

Max Studio, $179

Wedge

Call it Spring, $99.99

Mark & James by Badgley Mischka, $475

Franco Sarto, $189

Buckle - flat

DV Dolce Vita, $165

Payless, $59.99

Steve Madden, $160

Timberland, $300

Buckle - heel

Sam Edelman, $225

Elizabeth and James, $595

H&M, $55

Talbots, $239

Rainy week ahead

It's always an interesting start to the week when you see five days of rainy clouds. Hello again, rubber rain boots. Whether you prefer a shoe or a boot, there are plenty of options to choose from in a range of prices. If you find that you need a bit more arch support in the boots, many come with little to no padding, you can add an insert. I found these Profoot inserts at Duane Reade™ and really like them.  Enjoy!

Rainboots by Frolic in Tulle

DAFNA flat heel boot, $86
Shoes, $40
Sperry shoes, $75
Knee high lace up boot, $225
Loeffler randall boot, $165

Boots for all

Athletic calves are a beautiful thing but not the easiest for finding perfect knee high boots. It's not like these lovely powerful calves can just throw on ankle boots either, because those must be well below the ankle bone in order to be delightfully flattering. Do not fret. There are options. Boots without a zipper are usually the best choice for athletic calves, the zipper type tend to run on the narrow side. Enjoy!

 Steve Madden, 15" opening, $89

Alfani at Macy's, 9" diameter, $109

Bass at Zappos, 15.5" opening, $149

Etienne Aigner at Macy's, 9" diameter, $159.99

Narrow calves have a different issue, searching out narrow boots are just as painstaking. The beauty of the narrow calf is that they can wear any boot but not all of them will be snug enough around. The area between ankle and knee needs some love and protection from the elements. While these thin calves are envied for their ability to flaunt military style mid-height boots, they still have a problem with knee highs. Some choices for you. Enjoy!

Fitzwell at Zappos, $83

Aldo, $90

BCBGeneration, $149

Steven by Steve Madden at Piperlime, $199.50

Rain, cold, wind - dressed for the elements

Leaving my apartment this morning was a task. Not only was it raining but wind whipped through the streets forcing the already 40 degree day to feel like 35.

On days like this, I wear a warm turtleneck, scarf, raincoat, skirt, tights and wellies (I don't like scrunching my nice tailored and pressed work pants into my boots, I leave that to denim, also the wet pant look just isn't for me). So, now that I am dry and warming up, I thought we could look at some great options for raincoats, wellies and tights.

Enjoy and stay warm!

Classic trench, $149 at Eddie Bauer

Hue tartan plaid tights, $22 at Boomingdale's

Chooka rain boots, $59.95 at Nordstrom

Marithe + Francois Girbaud raincoat, $845 at farfetch.com

Argyle tights, $16.95 at Topshop

Merona Zandra rainboots, $32.99 at Target

 

London Fog raincoat, $99.98 at Macy's 

Grooved channel tights, $18.00 at Anthropologie 

Sperry Sadie rainboots, $74.95 at Zappos

Let them buy shoes

I was recently on a handbag adventure with a friend, she was treating herself to a new Gucci bag. Gotta love her. She inspired me. I am not so much a handbag girl as I am a shoe girl. So here are some of the shoes on my dream board.
Enjoy!

Cynthia Vincent Red Bootie


Dior Python Textured Pump


L.A.M.B. Norland Bootie


Chloe Suede Booties



Louboutin C'est Moi Bootie


Stuart Weitzman Puenta


Guess by Marciano Banana Pump


Via Spiga Niki Bootie


Martin + Osa Wool Oxford


Nanette Lepore Posh Open Toe

Love fall, love the shoes, love the clothes. I dream of the outfits I will put with my fall picks. What are you dreaming of?


A great pair of wellies are indispensable. I have been longing for the original Hunters for a while now. There are less expensive versions out there (see below) but if you want to splurge, splurge on these! Hunter Original $115 at Piperlime

These are affordable and classic. Target $24.99

I would wear these to work. I know I flaunt heels everyday but if you prefer sneakers and flip flops as your commute footwear then pop these into a bag and slide them on when you arrive. These will make a black on black ensemble pop.
Stuart Weitzman $315 at Saks


I am in a constant search for grey heels. These are stylish for work, throw on a black sheath and black tights, outfit complete. Ferragamo $750 at Saks

I kind of love these. I would stick to dresses and skirts to show off the top detail of these updated open-toe "bootie-sandal". Great with tights or on a warmer winter day sans tights.
Bakers "Ivy" $49.99


Love this bootie. With slacks or tights and a dress, chic, updated and lovely.
BCBG Max Azria $250 at Saks


The old standby Nine West. I have to say they have come around in the last 3 years, I was beginning to worry. These are oh so rocker chic with the patent leather and zipper.
Nine West "Isha" $160.00