Boot shopping might just be the trickiest kind of shoe shopping. From finding styles that suit slim calves to muscular calves, narrow ankles to short shins (story of my life), the fit challenges can go on and on! I got to try on lots of fall boots from Sole Society, and am partnering with them to highlight the options that fit the best on me!
Fall-worthy boots:
- Carillo bootie (pictured in today’s post) – Narrow ankles rejoice! The stretch gore panels mean a closer fit around the ankle opening, with no irritation or rubbing when you walk. These look equally flattering on bare legs or with skinny ankle jeans or leggings. Note the Camel here is actually more like a butterscotch, with a hint of dark burnt orange. The Taupe (currently stocked in all sizes) would’ve been my first choice if I didn’t already own booties in that color.
- Ravenna OTK boot – As far as over-the-knee boots go, these are very petite-friendly. I didn’t keep these as I have similar boots, but the stretch suede fabric shaft fit very slim on me (recommended for narrow calves), and the height wasn’t too tall at about 2 inches past my knees. There’s a nifty zipper by the inner ankles that you don’t see often on similar styles. The zipper not only helps with getting in & out, but you can also stick your hand through there to pull down the hem of bunched up leggings or jeans!
- Vixen suede bootie (on final sale) – With a low 1.75″ block heel, these were recommended in my earlier posts as a casual bootie for everyday wear. The cut is slender with a feminine almond toe, so try a half size up if you want to fit socks. The New Camel color here is the closest amongst their styles to a true camel brown (a good dupe for my old booties in this IG post).
Non-boot recommendations:
- The Katarina low pump (see them on me here and here) is one of my favorite shoe purchases of the year. I’ve heard so much good feedback from those of you who also picked it up! I wanted to mention that there is a new low-heeled style that fits the same, but is a regular pump (good for conservative offices) instead of an open, ankle-strap style.
This scarf was love as soon as I received it – the shape is long instead of square, but more uniquely, the two ends are slanted so it will automatically have that “draped” effect. Usually with a square or rectangle scarf, I have to do some folding and manipulating to get the ends to look nice and layered. The material is a cross-hatch woven texture, and sheds less than most of my other scarves.
Thank you to Sole Society for partnering on this post.
Thanks for this! Sole Society don’t ship to Australia 🙁 The Sam Edelman petty boot and Cole Haan Abbot boot look quite popular, but I haven’t been able to discern its circumference at the opening. Does anyone know if those are friendly for us tinies?
Would you be able to recommend a riding boot that does not go above the knee for thin calves?
Do you have any current recommendations for boots that hit below the knee? I have a pair of the brown Ariat York leather riding boots that you recommended a couple of years ago. The height on them is perfect and I’m now looking for something similar in black. Thank you!
aaaaaaagh, you look amazing!! I too also have small ankles as a petite woman. Thanks for sharing as I’m looking to get new booties too.
Joua to the Rescue
I love the color of those boots. The outfit is on point for Fall as well!
XOXO //
SINCERELY OPHELIA
Such a cute look and a beautiful foliage scene!!
I love all pieces, you look so nice
Love the booties, they look so comfy!!
I love Sole Society’s styles, but am really super disappointed that they have discontinued their smaller size range. Used to have 4 and 4 1/2 sizes. So frustrating to see them disappear! I now look at Nordstrom’s girls’ styles and do the best I can.
Comfy and cute booties 🙂 I also love this extremely warm scarf!
BeautyMarkLady
Love the outfit !That skirt is so cute <3
Xoxo,Khloe
Boot season is here! I’m really looking for a new pair of booties, thanks for the great recommendations!
Mei
http://www.piecesofmei.com
What a lovely scarf! And I have boots similar to yours! I recommend checking out Lauren Conrad! Their boots are perfect for petites and add a little heel without it being too overwhelming! Happy almost weekend 🙂
Such awesome recommendations especially for a super petite girl like me!
x
Shloka
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You look adorable, love that skirt on you.
xo
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Wow, I am amazed how well ankle boots go with your skirt. I find that such a challenge as a petite. I often opt for other type of shoes to combine with dresses and skirts, since I have the feeling ankle boots make my legs look shorter (and they are short enough as they are). On you it just looks great here! Lovely autumn outfit. Love, Lieske
Wow …
As winter is coming near boots are my favourite. This post has a good chunk of information for the boots lover.
Will use the tips 🙂
I love this outfit! X
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This camel booties are so beautiful. Love them with skirt!
xx
http://www.mybeautrip.com
I love the booties that you’re wearing so much, and how you styled it with a skirt for such a chic and cute look! <3 🙂 And thank you so much for such thorough reviews of all of these great shoe finds! I'm a bit taller, but I also suffer from the thin ankle problem, so this is super helpful!
XO, Elizabeth
http://clothestoyouuu.com/
I have pretty narrow ankles myself, so I really appreciate all these recommendations! I really love the fun elastic detail on the Carrillo Bootie you’re wearing in this post.
-Helen
http://www.sweethelengrace.com
I always have trouble finding OTK boots that fit me, I have pretty narrow calves and most boots tend to slide down because they’re too loose. Gotta check out the Ravennas! Also, absolutely loving that scarf, it looks so cozy 🙂
– Michelle –
MICHELLE X PAN
Gotta get my hands on the Carillo Boots. Finally a pair of booties made for narrow ankled girls! Thanks!
Charmaine Ng | Architecture & Lifestyle Blog
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Love the earthy tones in this outfit! You always have great recommendations, Jean! I reach for my trusty Steve Madden boots so often! Thanks so much!! 😊
Oops! I meant the Sam Edelman boots. :/
Do you have any recommendations for OTK boots that is under $200 and work for our height?
Hey ~ I just bought some from Macy’s, Steve Madden’s ‘Gorgeous OTK boots’ (they’re black and currently on sale) – I’m 5’1/size 6 shoe but listened to the reviews and got 5.5 and it fits really nicely.