puzzle piece: jocks, straps, & buckled boots.

Looking for an alternative from those classic and comfy Ugg boots to wear during the winter season? Make a stylish and smart investment in jockey (also known as Rider) or biker style boots. The jockey boots are more simple, smooth, and sophisticated, while the biker boots have an edgy twist with straps and buckles. Both are tall, leather, and perfect for cold weather. Withstand wind, rain, and snow while looking fabulous in these! 

(Top: Tory Burch Jockey boot, Bottom: Steve Madden Biker Boot.)

                    

How to wear: These boots are casual, so not too much effort needs to be put into an outfit including these shoes. They can be worn with a pair of skinny jeans or leggings; a pair of bottoms no bigger than those will be able to fit inside the boot. Jeans should definitely not be worn outside the boot; you won't be able to see the detailing that makes the shoe hot!

Where to wear: You can wear these anywhere from the classroom to a low key party, depending on the upper half of the outfit. However, don't step your well dressed foot in the club with these boots...

Where to buy: Steve Madden has a nice collection in their boot section. Tory Burch has a great selection of Jockey/Rider boots, but they are on the pricier side. Jessica Simpson has a good collection of reasonably priced Jockey and Rider boots. Buy them while you can, these trendy items are selling out fast!

Celeb Style: 

Lindsay Lohan

Rihanna:

I got these Tory Burch Jockeys as a little X mas gift. I wore them for the first day of classes after break. I wore it with a casual boyfriend button up that I belted and cotton leggings from Express. 

puzzle solved.

piece puzzle: leather love.

From top to bottom, this smooth and thick material brings edge to any outfit. 

part 1-- leggings.

How to wear: Pair these tight sexy bottoms with an oversized, flowy top for balance. Keep it casual by throwing a cute fitted T. Add on a blazer for a more tailored look. 

Where to wear: Preferably, wear these out under the stars. They are perfectly appropriate for a night out to a club or a lounge. If you dare to wear these at day, keep the leggings out of the classroom or business place. 

Where to buy: American Apparel, Express, Armani Exchange. (These leggings are sold as faux leather or shiny material that mimics leather, but it all looks equally hot!)

Celeb Style: 

Rihanna

Christina Milian

Lauren Conrad

Mary Kate

How I do it:

I have on Black Eel Leggings from American Apparel. 

part ii-- jacket. 

Where to wear: Technically, since this a jacket, it is permissible to wear anywhere. This is the perfect item to have in the fall season and will do it's job in keeping you warm and stylish. 

How to wear: Again, since it's a jacket, there isn't a huge limit to what you can wear this with. This can edge out a clean preppy look or cool down an elegant outfit. 

Where to buy: Express, Urban Outfitters. 

Celeb Style:

Rihanna (of course)

Lindsay Lohan:

Lauren Conrad:

I have one from Urban Outfitters (it's faux, but good faux!)

Puzzle solved.