Fashion Trend Report: Over-the-Knee Boots

Over-the-knee boots were all over at the Fall 2009 runways. See how the trend fits your style profile.

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Anna Sui's Modern Boho designs pair perfectly with the over-the-knee boot. Her colorful '60s-inspired Fall collection lights a spark on this trend. Click here for more modern boho accessories to brighten your wardrobe.

Over-the-knee boots are showstoppers on their own. Add a bit of color and suddenly you're making a statement. The subtle shade of plum in Anna Sui's collection made the boots unique, and sticking with a stacked heel keeps them wearable. Plum over-the-knee boots, $239 at victoriassecret.com

At Rodarte, Nicholas Kirkwood's severe, pantslike, skintight boots were paired with short skirts and billowy dresses—the perfect length to show them off.

These boots are not for the timid. That's why they are the perfect style for Rule Breakers. These thigh-high boots take the trend to the cutting edge. Jeffrey Campbell boot, $178 at urbanoutfitters.com

Wearing OTK boots with edgy separates like the leather bomber jacket and updated pencil skirt seen at the Loewe Fall 2009 show are ideal for creating a Contemporary Chic outfit that accents the silhouette.

The stretchy fabric of these boots makes them just as easy to pull on over skinny jeans as tights. Britany2 stretch boot, $210 at topshop.com

Loewe also showcased the trend with a more Classic Sophisticate outfit to anchor the boots, which proves that this versatile fall trend suits any style. The skirt and boot don't quite meet, leaving just a hint of skin showing, giving this classic look an updated twist.

If you’re in need of some added height, create an elongated leg by matching your boots to whatever you are wearing them with. Try these with black leggings or tights for a ripped-from-the-runway look. Captiv black suede boot, $149.97 at stevemadden.com

Other ways to wear the trend: Slouched: This is the ideal boot to take you from the conference room to cocktails. Studded: Boots ornamented with studs, straps, buckles, or zippers are ideal for adding a bit of a rock & roll edge to your outfit. Flat: The practical choice for wearing the trend every day. 1. DKNY Jada Over the Knee boots, $275 at shopbop.com 2. Slouched Michael Antonio Mckenzie boot, $60 at piperlime.com 3. Studded boot, $79.95 at dsw.com 4. Flat side-zip boot, $465 at neimanmarcus.com