I’m a firm believer that you can never have too many boots (just ask my closet). But if you have to choose just a few, these are the three styles no winter wardrobe should go without.

Snow Boots
A must-have for après-ski activities (just pair with leggings and a chunky knit sweater), these boots are also lifesavers on snowy New England commutes.

Riding Boots
A horseback riding staple, you don’t have to be an equestrienne to rock these classic English-style boots. For best results, opt for a pair in rich camel or black patent leather.

Booties
Say hello to your new best friend. From skinny jeans and tights to cocktail dresses with bare legs, booties literally go with everything. Tip: For a casual look, try rocking them with scrunched-up socks.

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By Keriann Coffey, Associate Blog Editor

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Fall is such an exciting time of year. Stores are filling up fast with new merchandise, and designers begin to showcase their newest collections on the runways. As fashion lovers, we all want new things at the beginning of the season because style is fresh and exciting, and luckily for San Franciscans, we are able to wear fall clothing almost year round because of the perpetually cool weather. As American writer Mark Twain said, “the coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco!”

As a stylist, I love discovering fashion ideas before they happen, and I always aim to be a little bit different. Here, a few of my favorite looks for fall:

Fur (or faux fur)
I found the fake fur I am wearing in the photo above almost a year ago. I wear it all the time in San Francisco, even with sandals in the summertime. Though it’s freezing, you still want to feel some essence of summer here. Over-the-top is truly inspirational.

Capes
You can’t have enough outerwear here in San Francisco. The good news about a cape is that all you need in order to pull it off is a pair of skinny jeans. I’m loving knee socks paired with them as well, but it’s not for everyone.

Equestrian
The equestrian trend is back and riding rainboots are the perfect touch for the endless rain in San Francisco. Pull them over your skinny jeans, jodhpurs, or tights – instant rainy-day chic.