Safari Style

For a more suggestive statement on the animal print trend consider a subtler walk on the wild side with safari inspired fashion.  With a muted color palette in warm tones, pieces feel light, fresh, simple, and stately.

Neutrals and rosy hues complement skin tones and adding a pop of color makes it modern.  Natural materials like bamboo bangles, straw hats and canvas cutouts keep you cool, pair with golds and bronzes to layer on luxe.  You'll be perfectly poised for the urban jungle.

Fantasy Fashion Becomes Reality

Guiseppe Zanotti has a "keen awareness for quality, refined sensibility, and creativity".  This ability keeps his collections fresh and,

"Women from naughty to nice can appreciate such fine craftsmanship, while stepping out in a killer set of heels".

                            -Barneys
These studded ankle boots with a suede tapered toe and crystal studded heels are sure to catch any fashionista's eye. They are a steal at $1360 or rather something you might be tempted to steal with a price tag like that. To be honest, I'm pretty sure there are very few who could pull these off with an orange jumpsuit.

Guiseppe Zanotti, $1360

The real steal comes from Bernardo with their removable studded cuff ankle boot. You're getting two shoes for the price of one and a fraction of the cost of the Zanottis. Wouldn't you rather flaunt these out on the town than from behind bars?!?

Bernardo, $193

Winter Warmers

Keep your toes nice and toasty with these shearling lined soles.  Cute and cuddly on the inside, suave and sexy on the outside.

This clog from Bernardo is lined with coziness. Love the studding! $159

These super cozy and comfy boots from Gentle Souls are perfect for the blistery days of winter. $293

Bootie-licious!

Looking for something a little less basic and a little more bangin'? Ruffles, studs, suede, and spike heels, a striking combination, can you handle this?

Love the ruffle detail on this ankle boot by Me Too! Super comfy as well! $109

A great basic shootie from Sam Edelman. $99

A great basic shootie from Sam Edelman. $99

Two booties in one! The studded ankle cuff on this Bernardo style is removable! $193

A cute and affordable bootie! Only $55

Love this adorable wedge ankle boot! $199

"Baby it's cold outside..."

Well it's getting there, some places are already getting snow! The good news is that your outerwear is just as fashionable this season.  Lumber jack plaids and Fair Isle ski chalet sweaters graced the runway this fall in homage to the great outdoors. Faux fur trim, shearling, hoods, knit cuffs, and lug soles accent pieces so you can look ravishingly rugged and not like Paul Bunyan's side kick.  Bundle up!

Festive Flats

Wrapped in gold and tied with a bow, these All Black flats are adorable and one hot color combo!

All Black, $119

These baubles are bewitching, this is a pair that is sure to charm its way straight to your heart.  Who doesn't like to flash a little bling now and again?

All Black, $129

Basic yes, boring, NO! These Bernardo's are a great accent piece to any outfit, simple and stunning, the studs will leave you smitten!

Bernardo, $148

Military Motif

"Fall in" to this fall trend with ease. The military trend does not mean you have to break out the camo girls, it's all about color, accents, and sleek utility.  Begin with a palette of olives, browns, and khakis, (even Chanel has come out with a line of nail polish for this color family), a pair of skinny cargos is a great way to start.  Rough the look up with studs, hammered metal, or bold button details.  Then brace yourself for battle with a brazen pair of lace up boots!  Pledge your allegiance to this fashion calling and you will successfully master any design duty.

What your boots say about you

In InStyle's September issue is a piece about what your choice of footwear says about your personality. They hit on the peep-toe, riding, duck, short, wedge, lace up, and the over-the knee, but not really the masculine, which is a huge trend this fall! Perhaps it's because it could fall into numerous other categories, seeing as how the look incorporates so many of the previously mentioned characteristics.

So, what would a short, lace-up, masculine style say about you? I think it depends on what you wear them with. If you pair them with a flirty and frilly dress, they can say "I'm girly and down to earth", with skinny jeans and a tunic, "I like to add just a dash of edge to my ensemble". Regardless of what you wear them with, you will certainly make a statement. Want to try this style on for size? This Bernardo Desert Boot will can give you the edgy, down to earth look you've been lusting for.