Step into fall with "Over the Knee" boots

It's approaching day by day, degree by degree. Cooler weather is upon us and in order to stay one step ahead, it's time to start thinking about your fall wardrobe. Trend #4 this season is "Over the Knee" boots. The Shoe Hive next door to Hysteria has a great selection and we are here to help you with how to pair them.

Mark & James has made a statement with a deconstructed sweater, a little fur collar and then finished the look with over the knee boots. One reason this look works is that it is monochromatic. Simplicity is key with this look.

The mini is a great way to accentuate the drama of the high boot.

Anne Hathaway rocked a look in one of our favorite films, "The Devil Wears Prada". Take a cue from this look by mixing classic separates and keeping your boots close to the leg (Chanel always nails it) and with a feminine heel. One golden rule to this look, keep the leg covered with a tight. You've taken the risk with the footwear, no need to drive it home with anything overt (no cleavage necessary).

This fur collar tuxedo sweater coat from Autumn Cashmere - available this fall at Hysteria - screams for a black suede over the knee boot. If you are wondering which heel, it is really a personal preference. If your short, go for a platform or a heel. If you played center on the basketball team, go for a flat - they all work with the right proportion on top. Although if this is too near the edge for you, opt for the flat-heeled style, which will keep the look more of a foxhunt classic style.

This dress above from Lorrie Lester is a perfect dress for an over the knee suede boot. This dress is also available in an animal print and solid black at Hysteria for $264.

Try going a little understated with a silk dress and over the knee boots. If the dress is loose fitting you have the ability to go with a bare leg if desired. When choosing your boots this season, keep in mind how tight they fit at the top of the thigh - if they are too tight you may find muffin top thigh - beware of this fashion faux pas. If you find a boot where the top of the back laces up you can achieve a most proper fit. The other extreme is not pretty either so avoid a swashbuckler costume appearance.