The perfect date begins with making the right first impression, and that’s usually set by what you wear and how you wear it. If you want a guaranteed eye catching piece of fashion, a hot pair of ankle boots are just the thing to wear. Below are some of the best boot choices that are date ready and fashionably approved.

For a look that’s eye catching and fierce, choose a pair of suede ankle boots in one of this season’s boldest shades. Steve Madden’s Cuddless feature a back-zip closure and come in four great colors, including fuchsia and blue. If your feeling extra brave, choose a pair like, DSQUARED2’s Ankle Boot featuring a Leopard print leather upper. Wearing boots in big bright colors can be a reflection of your own personality, which shows you are fun, edgy and maybe a bit daring.

Alexander McQueen ‘s red ankle boots are just the thing to wear if you’re looking to steal the nighttime crowd’s attention. The double buckle closure combined with the set-back stiletto heel is enough to have stares locked down to your feet all night. Giuseppe Zanotti also features a snake embossed leather ankle boot with a harness strap detail. These wild styles show a fearless fashion sense that proves you’re a risk taker and really not afraid to try anything new.

If you’re just looking for some good clean fun, try DSQUARED2’s Open Toe Pump Frou Camoscio . It’s ruffled fabric and feminine bow accent might mistake him to think you’re a “Goody Two-Shoes” but it’s provocative peep toe and croc leather print could have him realize you often tend to walk on the wild side.

There is a lot that can be said about a woman’s personality by the shoes she wears so make sure when choosing “date night” shoes, you pick a pair that fits your personality just as much as your style.

If you’re ready for a night of clubbing, and want to look sexy from your toes to your head, let’s start with an ankle boot. But not just any ankle boot. This boot is the Planet from GUESS, and it has a spike heel, a full side zipper, and a lace-up front for that flawless fit. As if that weren’t enough, Planet also has leather straps and a buckle, to make every fashionista jealous of the woman wearing it.

Don’t even think about leggings with these. No, lovelies, you want black patterned hose – either a tight fishnet (not the Frederick’s of Hollywood style!), or maybe a pretty floral lace. If you can’t find these, then just choose something sheer.

Next, as we move up your legs, add the ideal skirt. To enhance your Planet look, that skirt is the flirty silk satin skirt from kensie. A short skirt, it bounces from a bright fuschia-pink at the hem to black at the dropped waist. It has a side zip closure, and is gathered below the waist so it swings as you walk or dance. It is 100% silk, so try not to spill on it!

Top the skirt with a cute camisole like the Lucas tank from Joie. Made of black silk, this top features a ruffly hemline to swing away from your body, a tie-back to accentuate your waist, and silk-covered buttons at the scoop neck. You can tie the ribbons above the neck or let them swing free. This shirt is a classic, and it looks just as great with your favorite jeans as it does with the skirt. Top it with a cropped black jacket, left open, and carry a beautiful, elegant, sexy clutch, like the Dina from Nina, in fuschia with black lace, and just enough room for your cell phone, keys and of course your lip gloss!

Dolled from head to toe, you’ll be catching every eye in this ensemble. And to think it all started with a boot!

It’s finally time to ditch the flats and sandals at the office and strut your stuff in some high-heeled boots. Fall calls for the return of the ankle boots and knee-high boots that show off your gams conservatively under a knee-length skirt, but how do you pick out something trendy and functional for those long days at the office? Here are some important tips for selecting the right style of boots for the office:

1. Avoid the stiletto heel boots. Stiletto-heel boots are among the top trends for shoes this season, but that doesn’t mean they’re appropriate for the office. While you might be able to get away with them under a pair of long black pants, they’re sure to raise a few eyebrows when paired with a dress or a skirt.

2. Go for the chunky heeled ankle boots. Ankle boots are back in a big way for the Fall season, and you can find a variety of styles that are suitable for the office. Go for a chunky heel with a square toe if you want to stay comfortable and fashionable for those long days on your feet. Ankle boots are especially flattering with a knee-length skirt.

3. Save the over-the-knee boots for the weekend. Another hot trend for the Fall season are the over-the-knee leather boots. Definitely a style you want to show off at least once this season, but just don’t make it at the office. This look is best reserved for weekends with the girls or date night.

4. Ankle lace boots are a definite fashion don’t. No matter how much your inner rock star wants to play during the 9 to 5 hours, save the ankle laced boots for social hour. These boots are fun, flirty and make a bold fashion statement, but they’re not a good match for the semi-professional office environment.

5. Try platform boots for casual Friday. If you’re dying to wear boots this season but can’t find a match for the conservative dress code, you may be able to get away with a wedge or platform heel boot (or bootie) on casual Friday. Take your pick of rich leather or soft suede in a variety of colors for a classy and trendy Fall look.

Fall is in the air, and many women are looking for the perfect pair of boots that will take them through the fall and winter months. The perfect weekly comfort item for this week is an ankle boot made by a Canadian company called La Canadienne. The La Canadienne Juliette suede ankle boot is the epitome of comfort, style, and functionality.

These suede ankle boots are made of Italian leather, and boasts comfort features such as a memory foam padded foot bed, 2” in heel, and inside zipper. Caring for the these suede ankle boot is a snap, as this weekly comfort item is guaranteed waterproof for six months. In addition to the amazing memory foam padded foot bed, the La Canadienne Juliette suede ankle boot boasts a rubber sole that is both flexible and durable. The lining of the boots also allows your foot to breathe, which should keep your feet from getting unnecessarily hot and sweaty.

These suede ankle boots is made by a very eco-conscious company. Only eco-friendly dyes and protective agents are used in the manufacturing process. In addition, your La Canadienne Juliette suede ankle boots will come in a recycled box.

Not sure what to wear with your new suede ankle boots? Your options are not as limited as you might think. For a casual look, pair these great boots with a pair of skinny jeans and a long sleeved t-shirt . At the office you can wear them with a pant suit. After hours, these suede boots look phenomenal with a pair of dressy jeans and a party top.

If you are adventurous, you can pair your suede ankle boots with some tights, a skirt, and a cute top. No matter what, you will be pleased if you purchase this weekly comfort item. It is the perfect ankle boot for the winter, and is very comfortable and durable. If you are looking for quality and durability, look no further than the La Canadienne Juliette suede ankle boot.

Dressing stylishly is about much more than the perfect pair of jeans, although that’s a great place to start. It’s about putting the right pieces together to make a great outfit that can go from one setting to another with only a couple of changes, and the right accessories.

Let’s start with shopping and lunch with your girlfriends. These great jeans are 7 for All Mankind high waist boot cut jeans in a stretch denim with dark wash, designed to flatter your figure, and to be fashion forward while making a nod to fashion’s past. Top it with this chic tie neck A-line top in a dark sapphire from BCB Generation.

Add a funky jacket like this Gaultier in off-white that curves in to the waist and flares out to the bottom back. The double floret button front adds to its appeal, as do the puffed sleeves. Yes, it’s shorter than the top – that’s OK. The perfect day shoes are ankle boots from Charlie One Horse by Lucchese with a cushioned insole and a two and a half inch heel. Make this outfit really pop with this Damascus Satchel in a spring-time violet, with enough room for wallet, shades, and even a bottle of water.

To change this outfit for an evening out with your significant other, just switch to a Robert Rodriguez jacket in Carbon, with a two button closure and shawl collar that lets the lovely neckline of your top be seen. The three-quarter inch sleeves are accented with double buttons for an extra touch of style. Change your shoes for evening to a pair of sexy gladiator sandals from Promiscuous, in black patent. The final touch? These feminine and oh-so-sexy marcasite and pearl drop earrings from Judith Jack. Keep the satchel because it adds that touch of brightness that gets you noticed.

Styling it is not that hard, you just need the right pieces with great accessories, and you too can be runway ready!

Ankle boots are still all the rage this year with celebrities. They are being worn with dresses, skirts, jeans and trousers. You can find ankle boots all over the red carpet, and then go down to the hottest club in Hollywood and find them there too. The latest celebrities to follow the ankle boot craze are: Mischa Barton, Michelle Williams, Lindsay Lohan, Kate Moss, Rachel Bilson and Jessica Simpson. If you aren’t that sure about wearing ankle boots like celebrities do, then opt for a black pair, like the ones from Calvin Klein , because wearing black will not call that much attention to them. You can still be in style with the celebrity fashion trend but just downplayed a little.

It appears that leopard print has not gone out of style with celebrities. It can be quite tricky wearing leopard print and getting it right, which may be why celebrities have stylists to help them. If you are shy about wearing leopard print, try just wearing a small piece of leopard print. Do what Keira Knightley did and wear a leopard print scarf with an outfit. Or try what Rachel Bilson wore and match a leopard print cardigan with jeans. For the daring person, you can try to pull a Claudia Schiffer and wear a dress that has leopard print all over it. Whatever style you choose, just remember to rock it out like a celebrity would.

If you decide that you want to wear ankle boots with your leopard print clothing, why not throw in another celebrity trend of statement watches? Try sporting an oversized watch on your wrist to fit in with this celebrity trend. Pictures have shown such celebrities as Jennifer Aniston, Kate Moss, Nicky Hilton and Sienna Miller sporting large, statement watches on their wrist. Choose one that is gold or silver and really add some jazz to your outfit.

So, now you have your next outfit planned out for your big event. Leopard print with ankle boots and an oversized watch. You will look just like a celebrity!

We here at Couture are captivated by fashion, especially the adventureous spirit and cutting-edge designs of Japan’s Harajuku. Our very own Ms. M grew up in Japan and is a constant source of information and style. We combed Couture.Zappos and Zappos to bring you one of the many incarnations of that Harajuku flair. We’ve featured the style referred to as elegant ‘Gothic Lolita.’

Styles featured: Be&D ruffle oversized clutch, L.A.M.B. Hidden Platform Red Plaid Ankle Boots, Betsey Johnson Dahlia Multi-tiered Strapless Dress, Tarina Tarantino “Petite Chapeau” Mini Top Hat, Zooey by Alice Heller Point Collar Keyhole 3/4 Sleeve Shirt.

The Couture team is loving every moment of the fall season, what with all of the fashion offerings, how could we not. At this very moment, we are head-over-heels for booties. There’s something about this almost-shoe that’s just too cute, but not saccharine sweet, when paired with a skirt, but can also render that Avengers’ Emma Peele cool yet tough persona with elements like washed metallics, studs, stitching detail or buckles. Our picks: L.A.M.B Camden bootie , Alexander McQueen black booties , Givenchy brown suede booties and Jean Paul Gaultier metallic booties .