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5 Boot and Skirt Combos You'll Want to Try This Fall

A lesson in proportions.

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Mastering the best skirt-length-to-boot-height ratio can be tricky, so here's a crash course in how to pull off our favorite fall combos.

Miniskirts + Over-the-Knee Boots

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A pair of OTK or thigh-high boots are meant to be paired with a miniskirt. Play it safe in an all black look, or make a statement in contrasting prints. Right now, we're really pushing for the latter.

Valentino Embroidered Over-the-Knee Boots, $2,995; valentino.com

LPA Skirt 32, $350; lpathelabel.com

Short Skirts + Ankle Boots

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Luckily for everyone, a short skirt pairs well with most boot heights. Team it with a classic ankle boot that hits slightly above your achilles tendon to create the most flattering style.

Prada Embellished Leather Boots, $1,450; net-a-porter.com

Mango Lace Skirt, $50; mango.com

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Fitted Pencil Skirts + Slit Booties

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Wearing a fitted skirt with any kind of boots has the potential to look awkward, so go with a stiletto bootie to combat the issue. Even better, try a pair that has a slit down the middle to elongate your legs.

Dorothy Perkins Monochrome Zip Skirt, $44; dorothyperkins.com

Zara High Heel Ankle Boots with V-Cut Upper, $60; zara.com

A-Line Skirts + Knee-High Boots

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No matter the skirt length, an A-line silhouette always looks good with slim, knee-high boots. This denim and suede combo is a subtle way to evoke the '70s trend without going over the top.

H&M A-Line Denim Skirt, $30; hm.com

Tory Burch Sidney Suede Mid-Heel Boot, $550; toryburch.com

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Midi Skirts + Calf Boots

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Cankle boots, those where the shaft sits right below the bottom of your calf, are trending for the season. Pair them with another It-item, a fluted midi skirt, and a sleek blouse for a work-appropriate look.

Stella McCartney Flared Stretch-Wool Midi Skirt, $850; net-a-porter.com

Topshop Harmony Facet Heel Boots, $170; topshop.com

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