STYLE
Fashion
Falling for tough boots and sweet bags...
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Need an instant wardrobe updater? Swap your ballet flats for killer boots and that beat up bag for a ladylike purse. Ya don’t have to wear them together, but these pretty pieces a bit of oomph to your skinny jeans and cozy cardis.
Whoa-worthy wedges are worth droppin’ a couple bucks on. It’s best to let these stompers see the light of day with cropped leggings and a tunic or a flowy dress.
Don’t want all the drama? Wear them under a floor-length skirt for some extra height. Throw on a fitted tee for a final flourish.
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Zip-Up Wedges, $33, forever21.com
Calling all artists! A petite, painterly clutch makes sweet outfits sing. We like them for date nights or any time when you wanna look a li’l dressier. So presh.
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Painterly Clutch, $32, anthropologie.com
Kicky ankle boots are spot-on for autumn. They give skinny jeans a grunge feel (check out those studs). Love them with jeggings and a vest, too.
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Ecote Studded Leather Moto Boot, $88, urbanoutfitters.com
It may be fall, but awesome striped totes are too cute for words. Gotta heart the sweet rose accents—the perf dose of girlishness to your school day.
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Jackie Striped Floral Tote, $20, delias.com