Boot Camp

The weather has finally taken a turn for the worse, and the one and only good thing about winter is boots.

This season I have gone a little boot crazy, but one rule I make for myself is to stick to the basics. I have a couple pairs of brown, black and grey. These three colors cover all my bases for the winter months. The key is to mix up hues. There are a million shades of brown and grey.
Almost any store carries boots, and prices go anywhere from $30-$300. But I'm here to help you save money, not spend it! (Although you have my permission to splurge on a pair of Uggs, you warm toes will thank you if you find yourself trudging through a snow storm.) I personally am a fan of department stores. You can almost always find a good deal.
If you are looking for variety at a good price, H&M is the place. I bought a pair of lace up short boots last spring and absolutely love them.

H&M has any style you are looking for and the most expensive boot is $65.95.  My favorites—

 These show H&M's boot diversity, but they also have tall boots, fur lined boots, and heeled boots. Boots are a very versatile shoe, able to be worn with dresses, skirts, leggings, jeans; anything. They can also be accessorized.
Adding leg warmers under your boots adds contrast, as well as warmth. The look works best works with taller, calf-length boots.
If they weather has to get ugly, you might as well look cute.