Booty Patrol

I went to NYC a few weekends ago and I absolutely fell in love with the city-chic style.  I live in DC- not exactly a fashion mecca but I've always considered myself a good dresser (and great with accessories, thank you very much).  But apparently I missed the boot boat.  I guess it’s because I’ve been out of the fashion/retail world, but I know that’s no excuse.  I could not believe how downright frumpy I felt walking next to these super cool women.  I knew I was in trouble when my friend (a straight male) took one look at my UGGs and told me that nobody in New York wore UGGs.  Well, shit.  The one thing I could not get over was the assortment of amazing boots- I had to stop myself from asking at least a dozen women where they got them!  I have about half a dozen pairs of  boots myself (mid-calf, knee high, booties, flat, spiked) but I rarely wear them- I’m usually exclusively pumps,  platforms, wedges, or Tory Burch Reva flats.  Not anymore.  I am a boot convert.  Thank God I had packed a pair of boots that I wore on Saturday night.  They were nothing spectacular- grey 3 ½ inch heels with some buckles but at least I wouldn’t stand out like some bumpkin. 
Here’s the thing about boots: you instantly feel sexier.  I’m not talking about the pleather, over the knee, platform, 6 inch kind of boots.  You feel powerful wearing them- like you could kick a little ass if you need to.  All boots make you walk a little taller (literally) and put a little strut in your step.  There’s less stumbling than in pumps or platforms since you have sturdy ankle support.  Also, they keep you warm because they cover more of your leg and you get to wear socks with them (bonus!). 
While working on my Christmas list I found waayyy too many boots that I fell in love with so I thought I’d share some of my favorites.  Enjoy!                       

Dior Over the Knee Biker Boot

You do NOT understand how obsessed I am with this boot

Christian Louboutin “Marisa” Studded Platform

Ready to kick some serious boot-ay in these

Jimmy Choo "Dyott"

MICHAEL Michael Kors "Rock'n'Roll"

Sam Edelman "Vixen"

Stuart Weitzman "Highline"

Microstrech on the back so it fits all calves

Hunter "Huntress"

Functional and OBVIOUSLY I had to have some pink

Alexander McQueen "Snake Biker Jacket" Bootie

Bourne "Elle"

Great color and love the bow

And so a boot lover was born.  I love the powerful feeling of wearing them and have made a decision to wear them more.  I mean, powerful, hot, comfy, and warm?  It's a win-win-win-win.