How to wear OTK Boots

How to wear Winter's hottest trend with style..

Read on for some great tips on how to wear Winter's unstoppable trend - the over the knee (OTK) boot.

Plus we've included some photos from the runway for inspiration!.

Tip # 1

Keep your silhouette long and lean by pairing your OTK boots with a tunic or long jacket that ends at the top of your thigh.

Cinch in your waist with a skinny belt.

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Left: Isabel Marant

Tip # 2

To neutralize the sexiness factor of the OTK boot – opt for a flat-heeled style, transforming the look into a more equestrian or foxhunt style.

One of the easiest ways to make an outfit visually interesting is to play with proportions and put unexpected things together. Big with small, tough with luxe, vintage with new (see picture right).

Mix it up and see what you can come up with.

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Right: Hermes

Tip # 3

The rule of thumb is to wear over the knee boots with dresses or skirts that fall about 1-3 inches above the top of the boots (or about 4 inches from the top of your knee cap.)

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Left: Isabel Marant

Tip # 5

When wearing OTK boots, you must be careful about your outfit's silhouette, but that doesn't mean you can't experiment with texture. OTK boots can look great worn with shiny materials and sequins for night.

The general consensus among stylists though, is to avoid black patent or white OTK boots altogether if you want to avoid a tarty appearance. Opt for soft black suedes and neutral tones and classic black smooth.

Left: Giles

Tip # 6

The key to pulling off a fashion look like the OTK boot is confidence .

Finding the best fit, proportion, and look for your own personality and lifestyle is key.

Keep your clothing and tights tonal and create interest by adding texture, like luxe suede, a faux fur, leather jacket or a chunky knit, rather than with contrasting color.

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Right: Pucci

Tip # 7

For a relaxed yet stylish look, OTK boots look great with oversized shirt dresses, knits and jackets.

Think about proportions. If your boots are long & fitted, go bigger on top - think a loose sweater or a big coat cinched in at the waist or oversized scarf .

Another appealing feature of the over-the-knee boot is that many of them can be folded down on or under the knee for a different look.

HERE'S AN IDEA: You can mimic the feel of OTK boots by wearing chunky, knee-topping socks with regular knee high boots and layer over dark tights.

Left: Isabel Marant

Tip # 8

Even summery shorts or dresses can be carried over into cooler temperatures with OTK boot.

Just add knee high or OTK boots for instant flair .

And as the wether gets colder, add a cardigans or a vest for extra warmth and transeasonal appeal.

Right: Verrier

Tip # 9

Wrap around dresses, tailored coats and pencil skirts worn with over the knee boots create a smart Winter silhouette suitable for work or play.

For a super lengthened look, wear a dress/pencil skirt, tights and over the knee boots all in the same color.

And keep in mind that you don’t have to show the entire boot to make the most of them. Think of them more as leggings or stockings.

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Givenchy

Tip # 11

If you’re a super daring fashionista, try over OTK boots with shorts and leggings. If you go with this look, we suggest matching your leggings to either your shorts or your boots–or both!

The shades can be slightly off, but a monochromatic look will lengthen your look and ensure a sophisticated vibe.

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Tip # 12

Over the knee boots can be challenging for certain body types. But that doesn't’ mean over the knee boots aren’t right for you.

If you're short minimize the number of visual breaks by wearing tights' leggings or skinny jeans in the same color as your boots.

If you’re tall, OTK boots can make you look even taller. So opt for a pair of flat suede over the knee boots with skinnies and a long cardigan.

If you have healthy thighs make sure your boots fit. If they’re too tight not only will they be unflattering but you’ll be uncomfortable too! Wear a pair of tight leggings to prevent any "thigh spillage" or go for a looser fitting boot..

Tip # 13