How To Dress Up A Pair Of Simple Black Boots

Forget about diamonds… Black boots are every girl's best friend! Whether dressy or casual, flat or heeled, ankle length or tall, black boots can take an outfit and turn it from blasé to chic.

Black boots have long been a staple of women's wardrobes. They can be matched to almost any colour outfit, from bright to earth tones and make a smashing fashion statement.

Here are some things you can pair with different types of black boots to dress up any look you're aiming for:

Coloured cigarette pants.
Skinny jeans and cigarette pants look amazingly great tucked into a great pair of black boots. Try a bright coloured pair, something in a great red or hot pink, and make your ensemble really pop. They look great with stiletto, flat riding or chunky heeled boots. Make sure the pants or jeans are the correct length and tapered tightly around the ankle to avoid bunching over the top of the boots.

Brightly coloured or patterned knee high socks
One of the more cute, casual looks is to add a pair of hot socks that will peek out over the boots. For example, argyle socks look adorable when paired with black riding boots or even cowboy boots. It adds a unique flair and a brightly coloured pattern draws attention not only to your apparel, but will accentuate your boots. Fair Isle chunky wool patterned socks also work well with this look, and if you want to take it up a notch, you can put on a pair of over the knee socks with a skirt or casual dress. The long length between the socks and the boots make a great contrast to your getup.

Leggings
Every woman needs a great pair of leggings, which can be thrown on in seconds and are comfortable and cosy in the colder months. Add a hot pair of black stiletto boots and a funky patterned tunic top, and voila! A casual but sophisticated look is born. You can also go for combining leggings, in whatever colour or pattern you fancy, with classic tall black riding boots. Add an oversized sweater and you've got a fashionable look that translates to any occasion.

Leg Warmers
This last look is not for everybody. It's a fashion risk of sorts, and only the truly daring can pull it off with no problem whatsoever. Pull on a pair of funky patterned or suitably coloured leg warmers over a pair of black, casual boots for a unique, trendy style that will definitely get you noticed. This combination is best with flat or low heeled boots, as it can look a bit bizarre with high heeled or stiletto boots. It is an adorable combination when done right, and conveys a great sense of style to others.

Whether you want to stand out or just feel great about your sense of style, a gorgeous pair of black boots can be accessorised with an array of apparel. Just find what feels comfortable for you and the look will translate naturally.