Kourtney and Kim got together for a midday lunch date at a friend’s house. They then went their separate ways with Kourtney hitting a few stores to pick up a gift for a friend’s birthday party later that afternoon.

Kourtney Kardashian heads to a friend’s birthday party after going shopping and lunching with ...Read more »]]> Fresh from visiting sister Khloe in Dallas, Texas, Kourtney Kardashian was seen spending some more quality time with her more famous sister Kim in Beverly Hills, California last Friday.

Kourtney and Kim got together for a midday lunch date at a friend’s house. They then went their separate ways with Kourtney hitting a few stores to pick up a gift for a friend’s birthday party later that afternoon.

Kourtney Kardashian heads to a friend’s birthday party after going shopping and lunching with sister Kim in Beverly Hills, California on January 27, 2012

For that relatively low-key day, Kourtney Kardashian brought out her pair of Koolaburra Jaden stiletto biker boots which was first spotted on her sometime late last year. These 5-inch stiletto boots aren’t what most of us would choose to wear on a kickin’ it back day but for someone who’s used to wearing sky-high heels like Kourtney, these probably feel like fuzzy slippers to her.

Well, these boots are lined with soft and luxurious shearling so maybe they do have a bit of a fuzzy slipper-like feel to them.

Just a little bit though because as you can see, these biker boots look nothing like fuzzy slippers. In fact, they could even be considered as lookalikes of the Burberry shearling-lined buckled booties which as many of you may know, are only the most sought-after Burberry boots since the Fall 2010 collection.

Koolaburra Jaden stiletto biker boots, $494.95

Wish we could say that these boots are look-for-less versions of the Burberrys but at nearly $500, sadly, they are not. They do however currently qualify for a 15% discount at Shoebuy‘s once a year winter clearance sale. Shop for these boots at Shoebuy, use the coupon code “SAVE15” at checkout and you’ll get your 15% discount.

If you can wait until Saturday, you just might be able to score these boots at a higher discount because Shoebuy almost always holds a 20% off sale on the weekends!

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From all of us here at Boots4You: HAPPY NEW YEAR!

May you all have a blessed, bountiful and BOOT-iful year 2012.

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We’ve featured so many different boot brands, spotted so many celebrities, and covered so many different boot styles. We’ve also observed plenty of boot trends, many of which came and went faster than you can say “fashion faux pas”.

Not all of them just whizzed past us though; there were some that proved their ...Read more »]]> It’s been a couple of years since we officially started Boots4You. In those two years, we’ve written 400+ posts with over half of them published in 2011 alone.

We’ve featured so many different boot brands, spotted so many celebrities, and covered so many different boot styles. We’ve also observed plenty of boot trends, many of which came and went faster than you can say “fashion faux pas”.

Not all of them just whizzed past us though; there were some that proved their staying power and some that remained steadfast. Now that we have a comprehensive coverage of boots here on our blog, we can confidently point out the boots that stood out as classics, as timeless styles and as “here-to-stays” for us here on Boots4You.

Whatever the reigning trend may be, people always keep coming back to these boot styles on our blog. Clearly it’s because these are the boot styles that you’ll also keep coming back to if they were in your closet. You might as well present engagement rings to these boots because these are the ones that’ll stay with you forever, that’ll remain faithful and that’ll hold true.

Check ‘em out: here are the 5 boot styles that every woman should own:

1. The comfortable boot

Women define comfort differently and so it follows that the comfortable boot is different for each woman. It could be hiking boots for the outdoor gal, worn-in cowboy boots for the cowgirl, or ugg boots for, well, plenty of other women out there!

Why every woman should have a comfortable boot is pretty self-explanatory. This is also the boot that women should choose mainly for its comfort factor above everything else. No sacrificing just for the sake of fashion with this boot!

UGG Australia classic tall boots in sand kimono, $160.99 to $200.99 (as $179.95 to $200.99) at Amazon

2. The ankle boot

Another boot every woman should own is an ankle boot. The ankle boot is the answer to when wearing tall boots is too much of a hassle or you just can’t be bothered with tucking your pants or jeans into your boots.

We’re loving the ankle boot even more now because wearing one is an easy way to adding some chicness to any outfit. Just check out Cameron Diaz at an Oscars party, Sienna Miller at a red carpet event, and Miranda Kerr on her way to a business meeting. Like these celebrities, choose an ankle boot depending on your lifestyle: a low square-heeled one for the working professionals or a platform bootie for those who can afford a bit more of a fashionable flair to their everyday wear.

HK by Heidi Klum Melinda platform bootie, $149.00 at Endless

3. The stiletto boot

The stiletto boot is a must-have because it’s the style that instantly adds a touch of elegance to an outfit while still keeping you warm and protected. We’re talking about the most popular style for the stiletto boot of course: something in a knee-high height with a tapered pointy toe.

But like with the other boot styles on this list, you can adjust this style according to your own preferences and personality. If it’s not elegance you’re aiming for, you can send whatever else message you want with a stiletto boot! Round toe, buckled, platform or thigh high — really, it’s your pick.

Nine West Fairvinda knee high leather boot,  $90.99 to $97.00 (was $129.00) at Endless

4. The flat boot

The flat boot you choose to be part of your wardrobe essentials should be able to pull all your looks together while still being comfortable. Not to be confused with the comfortable boot, the flat boot is what you wear out of the house after changing out of your comfortable boot!

You could be wearing a simple dress, cut-off shorts or an old pair of jeans but once you slip into your flat boots, you’d look instantly presentable, like you gave your outfit some effort and maybe even a little bit stylish.

We love a flat boot in leather and in a riding boot style. It’s a classic boot that’ll always be in fashion.

DV by Dolce Vita Zela boot, $85.13 to $169.99 (was $169.99) at Amazon

5. The showstopping boot

Last but not least, every woman should own a showstopping boot. It’s the Francesco Scognamiglio glittery and strappy thigh high boots for Jennifer Hudson, it’s the Giuseppe Zanotti diamante booties for Cassie Scerbo, and it’s the Alain Quilici Payson skate booties for Beyonce even though she just wore them on one of her regular working days!

This isn’t really a classic boot style but it’s one that women should own nevertheless.

What’s a showstopping boot for you? Something six inches high, something with an exquisite embroidery detail or something dripping in diamonds? For many, a showstopping boot could just be anything that has the Louboutin signature red sole!

Christian Louboutin Marissa studded platform boot, $2,295.00 at Neiman Marcus

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Get an extra 25% off on thousands of already marked down boots for women, men and kids at this sale. A 25% discount is also being offered on full-priced boots for orders totaling $80 or more. Coupon code to use is simply “BOOTSALE“. As ...Read more »]]>

Endless is reminding us not to be fashionably late (perhaps pertaining to Christmas shopping?) by holding this boot sale at their website right now. What a great reminder, huh? If only all reminders were as awesome as this!

Get an extra 25% off on thousands of already marked down boots for women, men and kids at this sale. A 25% discount is also being offered on full-priced boots for orders totaling $80 or more. Coupon code to use is simply “BOOTSALE“. As always, shipping and returns at Endless are 100% free.

Plenty of new boot arrivals are already included in sale but our top picks are these tried and tested boot styles. These are the kind of boots that you’ll want to wear over and over again. The kind of boots that you’ll want to take everywhere with you. These are also the kind of boots that you’ll be keeping right by the door because these are the boots that you can just slip on, forget about and go.

Here are the 5 best city slickin’ boots you can get at Endless. And all of these are now going at at least 25% off:

1. Dolce Vita Jax bootie

The uber popular Acne Pistol bootie has a certain appeal and these Dolce Vita Jax bootie give us that for less. The squarish toe box has a masculine look but it’s balanced out by that slim ankle, fringe pull tab, and the laidback wooden stacked heel.

Dolce Vita Jax bootie, $154.00 (was $198.00) + an extra 25% off

2. Steve Madden Banddit buckle boot

Get these buckle boots in brown for a worn-in vintage look or get them in black for that edgier rock n’ roll vibe.

Steve Madden Banddit buckle boot, $169.95 + 25% off

3. Steven by Steve Madden Pembrook ankle boot

Much has been said about the suede ankle boot. This Steven by Steve Madden Pembrook is considered the low-cost version of the Isabel Marant Forbes and with Endless’ boot sale, we can overlook many of its variations from the original.

Steven by Steve Madden Pembrook ankle boot, $89.99 (was $99.99) + an extra 25% off

4. DV by Dolce Vita Zela boot

We can never get enough of biker boots here on Boots4You. These DV by Dolce Vita Zelas with the exposed metal zip at the back would be a great addition to our growing collection.

DV by Dolce Vita Zela boot, $92.95 to $96.00 (was $169.00) + an extra 25% off

5. Sorel Snow Angel bootie

This Snow Angel bootie completes our list simply because Sorel has always been our go-to boot brand for times when harsh weather conditions take turn for the worse. We love its easy slip-on low cut and fleece trim. Of course, we chose it in black because what other color is best for a “city slickin’ boot”?

Sorel Snow Angel bootie, $67.99 to $79.99 (was $95.00) + an extra 25% off

Steve Madden Tolteca boots, $199.95

If this is the first time you’re encountering Alex Davis and/or Cobra Society, head on over to our “Jessica Alba Heads to the Doctor’s Office in Cobra Society Otto Boots” first.

Done reading?

Well, now, as you can see, the Steve Madden Tolteca draws inspiration ...Read more »]]> Well that was quick. Designer Alex Davis just barely introduced her Cobra Society Fall 2011 capsule collection and she already has her very own knockoff in the form of this ‘Tolteca’ boot from Steve Madden:

Steve Madden Tolteca boots, $199.95

If this is the first time you’re encountering Alex Davis and/or Cobra Society, head on over to our “Jessica Alba Heads to the Doctor’s Office in Cobra Society Otto Boots” first.

Done reading?

Well, now, as you can see, the Steve Madden Tolteca draws inspiration from the Cobra Society Otto boots. The shaft is made slouchy and it has leather harness straps around the ankle, but the western-inspired style, the Neo-Navajo look,  and Cobra Society’s distinguishable woven wool + brushed leather combination are all there.

The Cobra Society Otto boots in our Jessica Alba feature are the black olive color. So you can better compare the Steve Maddens to the Cobra Societys, here’s the madder root color of the Cobra Society Otto boots which Steve Madden drew inspiration from to make their Tolteca boots:

Cobra Society Otto boots in madder root

Having your original designs copied is never a good thing for most designers but nothing says “It” status like getting your own knockoffs. And judging by how quickly the Steve Madden Toltecas  were made, the Cobra Society Otto boot’s “It” status is pretty much guaranteed.

The Cobra Society Otto boots are $795.00 and may be purchased through Net-A-Porter. The Steve Madden Tolteca boots on the other hand are $199.95 and may be purchased through Steve Madden.

The boots in UGG Collection use the same genuine shearling countless people have come to love about uggs, but what makes them special is they’re handcrafted in Italy using only the finest Italian leather and materials. ...Read more »]]> When I first saw these UGG Collection boots, I couldn’t believe that they were from UGG Australia. UGG Collection has to be an entirely different label, I thought to myself. But no, these boots really are from the same people who brought us “ugg-ly” boots.

The boots in UGG Collection use the same genuine shearling countless people have come to love about uggs, but what makes them special is they’re handcrafted in Italy using only the finest Italian leather and materials. I don’t think I need to mention that these boots are also designed to look more chic, stylish and, well, not anything like the uggs that we know. And with a $495 up to $1,195 price range, these boots clearly aren’t meant to be anything like its predecessors but are meant to be UGG Australia’s way to break into the high end market.

If this is the first time you’ll be seeing these boots and I hadn’t told you that these are by UGG Australia, would you believe that these boots are really uggs? Check out some of the UGG Collection boot styles from the first ever collection for fall:

UGG Collection Cavalieri, $995.00

UGG Collection Donata, $1,095.00

UGG Collection Aniela, $995.00

UGG Collection Giorgina, $650.00

UGG Collection Fiorentina, $1,095.00

UGG Collection Vittoria, $1,195.00

These boots are in the same price range as other luxury labels such as Christian Louboutin, Prada, Yves Saint Laurent and Jimmy Choo. If you had the money, would you spend it on a pair of boots from those luxury labels or from UGG?

You can check out the complete UGG Collection (which also includes handbags) at UGG Australia. You can also shop for UGG Collection at Zappos and Nordstrom.

Marilou Fur Boot, $147.16, Dolce Vita

Keep warm and stylish in this suede and leather bootie which features a nearly 4-inch heel! Wear over tights or skinny jeans. For ...Read more »]]> Go for a sophisticated look this fall with shearling lined boots! Shearling linings and trims bring a touch of luxury to footwear. The sturdy and imposing look of boots are softened by their decoration, so to speak. Check out these stylish shearling boots we found on Endless, and bring on the fabulous autumn style!

Marilou Fur Boot, $147.16, Dolce Vita

Keep warm and stylish in this suede and leather bootie which features a nearly 4-inch heel! Wear over tights or skinny jeans. For better hold, it features a zipper and a slender adjustable strap.

Tevin Boot, $295, 7 for All Mankind

This mid-calf leather boot gives a 1940s vibe with its cognac color and simple design. A rubber wedge sole gives it that modern touch and good traction for roads slippery with snow and frost.

Polly Boot, $230, Juicy Couture

We love how urban chic this is, with its brass buckles and the black faux shearling lining. Notable is its rubber sole which will provide good traction during wet weather.

Candid Bootie, $298, Juicy Couture

Another boot from Juicy Couture, this Victorian-inspired lace up leather boot is also a stylish and reliable footwear for the colder days ahead. It features a wedge heel with arch support and rubber sole for slippery roads.

To refresh your memory, the coupon code to use is “YOURNEXT15“. Enter that at checkout after you’ve done your shopping and the 15% discount should be immediately reflected in your grand total.

Just our luck, Chinese Laundry has got plenty of new ...Read more »]]> The coupon code Chinese Laundry made especially for our sister site YourNextShoes back in September has just been extended. This entire month of October, we can still enjoy a 15% discount on all regularly priced shoes we shop for at Chinese Laundry!

To refresh your memory, the coupon code to use is “YOURNEXT15“. Enter that at checkout after you’ve done your shopping and the 15% discount should be immediately reflected in your grand total.

Just our luck, Chinese Laundry has got plenty of new boot arrivals up on their website. Just in time for the fall/winter season and well, just in time to use the exclusive coupon code too!

Below are 10 of our top picks from the new Chinese Laundry boot arrivals. The first 5 are the trendier styles while the next 5 are the more classic styles, but all of these do qualify for use with the 15% off coupon code.

Take advantage of this coupon code while it lasts!

Chinese Laundry boots — new arrivals

1. Chinese Laundry Drive Shaft buckled over the knee boot, $150.00
2. Chinese Laundry Too Shy hair calf lace-up platform ankle boot, $169.95
3. Chinese Laundry Riverdance pony hair crisscross strap bootie, $150.00
4. Chinese Laundry Fearsome lug-soled lace-up bootie, $99.95
5. Dirty Laundry Preview metallic lace-up boot, $79.99

1. Dirty Laundry Rumplestilz back lace-up foldover cuff boot, $99.99
2. Dirty Laundry Rush Hour fur-lined nylon shaft boot, $89.99
3. Chinese Laundry Take Me There Sue shearling-trimmed over-the-knee boot, $109.95
4. Dirty Laundry Ringside fur-trimmed distressed boot, $89.99
5. Dirty Laundry Regalia fur-cuffed nylon shaft boot, $89.99

Here we’ve rounded up a handful of lookalikes of not just any All Saints boot but THE All Saints boot: the ‘Damisi’. The ‘Damisi’ features a double-buckled cuff at the top of the boot shaft and though there ...Read more »]]> We know just how popular All Saints boots are. Well, it seems like their popularity has really hit an all-time high this season because so many shoe brands have come out with their own version of the All Saints boots for Fall 2011!

Here we’ve rounded up a handful of lookalikes of not just any All Saints boot but THE All Saints boot: the ‘Damisi’. The ‘Damisi’ features a double-buckled cuff at the top of the boot shaft and though there were plenty of other boots that have this cuff, we limited our picks to those that stayed true to the double buckle style.

So here they are, our top 5 double buckle cuff boots like the All Saints ‘Damisi’ boots. The All Saints boots themselves retail for about $300.00 and though there are a couple on this list that are priced in the $300.00 to $400.00 range, majority of our picks are priced much, much lower than that.

Let’s start with the fifth pick and work our way up:

5. Tapeet by Vicini Z07022

This Tapeet by Vicini boot starts off our list. It’s the only one on this list that has a distressed look to its suede material which as you may know is one of the defining features of All Saints boots. We also love the crepe sole on this boot — it gives it a more laidback feel.

This previously $695.00 boot is now discounted over 40% off at Endless.

Tapeet by Vicini Z07022 ankle cuff lace-up boot, $388.27 (was $695.00) at Endless

4. Sendra City Ranger

Number 4 is this ‘City Ranger’ boot from Sendra. As you can see, it’s got the look of the All Saints ‘Damisi’ boot down pat! If only it were priced lower, this would’ve been higher on our list.

Sendra City Ranger military boot, $400.00 at Zappos

3. Wanted Shoes Depart

Right in the middle is Wanted Shoes’ ‘Depart’ boot style. In addition to the double buckle cuff and the lace-up closure, this boot has also got a kiltie detail at the vamp.

The metal hardware also changes with the color of the boot. It’s silver for the black leather and bronze for the brown leather.

Wanted Shoes Depart buckled cuff lace-up boot, $69.99 at Endless

2. Call It Spring Litrenta

In at number 2 is this ‘Litrenta’ boot from Call It Spring. This boot has a lug sole which isn’t present on the All Saints ‘Damisi’ boot but that detail doesn’t really take away from the design. If anything, it actually might be preferable over the smooth leather outsole. But still, that takes away points from this boot and only makes it end up at the number 2 rank.

Call It Spring Litrenta buckled lace-up boot, $69.99 at Zappos

1. 2 Lips Too Too Livid

So what’s our to pick? This ‘Too Livid’ boot from 2 Lips Too. Aside from resembling the All Saints ‘Damisi’ boot the most, this boot is also the least expensive on this list at $64.95!

Price typically plays a big part in our choices, especially considering that the boot that we’re comparing with is $300.00. We love that this boot gives the most similar look and gives it for A LOT less.

2 Lips Too Too Livid cuffed lace-up boot, $64.95 at Endless

So, do you agree with our choices? As for the distressed look, well, there’s always trying to achieve it through natural means. Scuffing up and wearing out a pair of boots is usually the fun part about owning  a new pair of boots anyways. Certainly beats having to pay hundreds of dollars for that “pre-worn” look!

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