Kelly's Klicks: What Coats Go With These Boots?

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Q. I have these black Michael Kors Harness Slouch Boots that I love, but I have no clue what coat I should wear them with... Can you help?

A. In short, keep it short and sweet. Show those drool-worthy boots off with a cropped coat (paired with a longish top or sweater underneath to balance out your silhouette and some skinny jeans or a short frock or A-line or straight mini) for a young, hip look.

Or, play up the riding boot vibe with an equally preppy riding coat or military-style coat that's cropped or hits mid-thigh or higher. You'll look chic and polished and stay warm. For an on-trend mod '60s look, go with a playful short swing or trapeze coat.

If you have more junk in your trunk and prefer a longer topper to help smooth out said junk, just be sure to find something that hits above the knee, preferably mid-thigh or shorter, as anything longer would be too overwhelming (particularly on petite frames). Your aim is to show some leg, to keep your silhouette balanced and to choose a hue that flatters your complexion -- and to showcase your fabulous taste, too, of course.

Check out the following sites to snag a cute coat, including the ones seen above:

Active Endeavors
Bluefly
CoutureCandy
Delias
eLuxury
Karmaloop
Macy's
Nordstrom
Pink Mascara
Saks
Shopbop
Target
Urban Outfitters
Victoria's Secret
Yoox

Looking for the same MICHAEL Michael Kors Harness Slouch Boots? They're nearly sold out here at Nordstrom but you can find similar slouchy boot styles at these sites below:

6PM.com
Active Endeavors
Bluefly
Delias
eLuxury
Endless
Gotham City Online
Karmaloop
Macy's
Nordstrom
Pink Mascara
Saks
Shoe Buy
ShoeMall
Shoes.com
Shopbop
Target
Urban Outfitters
Victoria's Secret
Yoox
Zappos

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