I’m a fashion expert – the best boots for your body shape including the ones that combat the dreaded muffin top
Is there a boot to suit your body shape?
Stylists Lindsay Barry and Melanie Potro tell Tanith Carey how to pick your perfect pair.
COLUMN: KENDALL JENNER
MID-CALF boots, like Kendall’s cowboy ones look great on anyone with this figure as they draw attention to the most shapely part of your leg.
Stiletto boots can also add curves to your silhouette.
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HOURGLASS: VICK HOPE
HOURGLASS shapes suit most boots, especially short chunky ones.
Shorter length boots are great at showing off your legs.
Try styling a pair of Doc Martens with jeans or shorter hemlines like DJ Vick.
APPLE: KELLY BROOK
DEFINE your curves with a pair of knee-high boots.
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Stylist Lindsay Barry of stylinglab.co.uk, suggests to opt for a V-shaped toe design with a thicker heel to draw they eye down away from the thigh area.
INVERTED TRIANGLE: BILLIE FAIERS
IF you’re more of an inverted triangle shape – with big boobs and a slim waist and legs – go for a narrow over-the-knee boot, or sock-boots.
The tightness around the leg will look like it fits properly without drowning you.
PEAR: VOGUE WILLIAMS
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IF you are more bottom-heavy, opt for boots with a sturdier heel, like a block or wedge, to balance you out.
Anything spindly like a stiletto will make you look like you are walking on pins.
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GOING OUT OUT
BOOTS definitely don’t have to be boring – and this bright red pair are certainly far from it.
Sock boot styles are not only super comfortable but look great on, too.
And don’t be afraid to clash with prints and other colours, like this Karen Millen animal-print skirt and blue Stradivarius bag.
- Blazer, £28, George at Asda – buy now
- Roll neck, £75, Karen Millen – buy now
- Skirt, £79, Ro&Zo – buy now
- Boots, £45.99, Stradivarius – buy now
- Bag, £16, Tu at Sainsbury’s – buy now
WALK ON THE WILD SIDE
ADD some fun to your feet with a printed boot.
These leopard boots from Next will be sure to grab attention in all the right ways.
Pair with this furry bag, also from Next. As well as having a stylish strap, it doubles up as a clutch.
- Shirt, £36, Next – buy now
- Trousers, £39.50, M&S – buy now
- Boots, £49, Next – buy now
- Bag, £32, Next – buy now
TAKE A HIKE
STAY comfortable yet stylish with these hiking boots for from Tu at Sainsbury’s.
With a sturdy sole and laces, they are the perfect boot for autumnal walks.
Worn over a warm padded jacket, this handy cross-body bag from H&M is a great cheap match and just the right size for your autumnal essentials.
- Coat, £34.99, H&M – buy now
- Vest, £49.50, Oliver Bonas – buy now
- Jeans, £29.50, M&S – buy now
- Boots, £30, Tu at Sainsbury’s – buy now
- Bag, £12.99, H&M – buy now
STYLISH SHEARLING
SHEARLING is a big trend this season, so this bag from Next is the perfect tote style to go with all the outfits in your winter wardrobe.
Long boots like these suede ones from Primark are also great to wear with a midi dress.
And they mean you don’t have to wear tights too.
- Dress, £55, Freemans – buy now
- Boots, £18, Primark – buy now
- Bag, £38, Next – buy now
- Necklace, £27.99, Pilgrim – buy now
STAY ON TREND
COWBOY boots are one of the most popular boot styles this autumn.
But you don’t have to spend a fortune to stay on trend. These brown boots cost only £18 from Primark.
Team with a skirt and knit for an on-trend look.
And add some more colour with a punchy bag, like this floral piece from Reserved.
- Jumper, £19.99, H&M – buy now
- Skirt, £49.99, Damart – buy now
- Boots, £18, Primark – buy now
- Bag, £35.99, Reserved – buy now
TOTALLY TONAL
EMBRACE autumn colours into your look with a tonal outfit.
Chunky Chelsea boots like these from River Island never go out of style and will see you through season after season.
Plus a smart larger tote bag such as this one from M&S is a timeless classic.
- Long sleeveless jumper, £75, Karen Millen – buy now
- Trousers, £38, Next – buy now
- Boots, £50, River Island – buy now
- Bag, £39.50, M&S – buy now
BIKER CHICK
TOUGHEN up a floral midi dress like this number from Peacocks with a pair of biker boots.
These boots are all over the high street right now.
And this dark red pair from M&S have something a bit special about them when compared to the standard black options that make up most offerings.
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Pair with a small rucksack, like this one from Reserved which has chain detail and adds an edge to the look.