subject: The Thigh High Boot: Functionality or Sexiness? [print this page] The Thigh High Boot: Functionality or Sexiness?
Remember Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, with her thigh high boots and tightly fitting mini dresses? Well, thigh high boots is back in fashion for fall/winter 2010-2011! They were seen all over the catwalk last year and this year, but I know what you're thinking. Wasn't Julia Roberts a prostitute in Pretty Woman? Because that kind of boots are often related to prostitutes and professional dominatrix's, it's important to learn how to wear them right. First, what should you wear your boots with? It is best to choose a loosely fitting garment. The length should be short enough to show off the boot and a small section of the thigh, but avoid wearing anything skin tight as this could look too sexy. You can also chose a good pair of support tights to show the shape of the thigh, but hide your skin. Support tights especially go well on plus sized women. Pairing them with leggings and blouse or sweater that goes past the butt also looks chic.Second, what heal height should you go for when purchasing a thigh-high boot? Consider first where you will be wearing them. Wearing thigh-high boots to work could be risky depending on where you work. In some cases they are not appropriate at all. However, by choosing a flat boot you can merely look stylish and not draw too much attention to your sex appeal at work. If you're going to be commuting long distances, a flat boot is also recommended for comfort level. When wearing them leisurely, to the mall or out to lunch with girl friends go one step up and choose a 1 to 2 inch heel. This can look fashionable and sexy at the same time, without being uncomfortable. For a night out on the town with girlfriends, or a date a 3 inch thigh-high boot, when wore with the right garment will draw attention, but not the wrong kind!Third, what height should your thigh-high boot be? Thigh-high is a general term, as there are many parts of your thigh. When wearing a flat boot, the length just over-the-knee looks best. You can pair an over-the-knee boot with a cute pair of skinny jeans for a more casual look. Mid thigh-high boots are great with a higher heel, these are best worn with those lose fitting mini dresses and tunics. There are also boots that go way up the crotch area. These should be avoided! They cross over into dominatrix's image we don't want.When worn the right way thigh-high boots can be a must-have for all woman! By choosing the right garment to wear them with, the right heel height, and lastly the right length they can look fashionable and sexy without being immodest.
