How to Wear Open-Toe Booties: 12 Best Outfits For Summer & Winter

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While pumps and sandals are fantastic footwear choices, have you considered wearing stiletto ankle boots or booties?

Open-toe booties can provide more edge than other shoes. The toe-baring design gives off that mysteriously sexy vibe — showing just a tiny bit of skin without being too blatant about it. It spices up a look and makes it a tad more interesting.

You’ll be amazed at how versatile open-toe booties can be. They go with practically any outfit, are appropriate for most occasions, and can be worn in most weather. They look great with shorts, jeans, skirts, dresses, and evening gowns. Just see below how some of Hollywood’s leading stars have worn them in the past:

1. Elevate Your Style: From Casual to Chic with Open-Toe Booties

Whether you’re doing some quick shopping or going to a cocktail party, open-toe booties will help you look great while doing these activities.

They add some oomph to an ordinary pair of jeans, making a simple top-with-short-skirt look party-fabulous.

Kendra Wilkinson out shopping in jeans at Create and Barrell at The GroveKendra Wilkinson out shopping in jeans at Create and Barrell at The Grove in Los Angeles on October 26, 2010 (Credit: WENN)

Kendra Wilkinson shows off her toes in black open-toe bootiesKendra Wilkinson shows off her toes in black open-toe booties (Credit: WENN)

Rosie Fortescue at the launch party for the Odabasj and Macdonald collectionRosie Fortescue at the launch party for the Odabasj and Macdonald collection at the ME Hotel in London, England, on June 25, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

Audrina Patridge flaunts her legs in a mini dress at the 5th Annual Sunset Strip Music FestivalAudrina Patridge flaunts her legs in a mini dress at the 5th Annual Sunset Strip Music Festival at SkyBar in Los Angeles on August 17, 2012 (Credit: WENN)

Audrina Patridge displays her sexy feet in black bootiesAudrina Patridge displays her sexy feet in black booties (Credit: WENN)

Audrina Patridge on a night out at Hemingway's Lounge in HollywoodAudrina Patridge on a night out at Hemingway’s Lounge in Hollywood, California, on August 18, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

2. Fashion Fusion: Pairing Open-Toe Booties with Dresses and Pants

Pants paired with open-toe booties give off a tough-yet-sexy vibe, while dresses paired with open-toe booties are more feminine with an edge.

Both looks are fabulous options, and choosing one largely depends on what style you want to channel.

Dresses: Elegance Meets Edgy

Jessica Wright flaunts her legs while leaving Novikov in LondonJessica Wright flaunts her legs while leaving Novikov in London, United Kingdom, on August 17, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

Louise Roe displays her sexy legs at MTV EMA's 2012 photocallLouise Roe displays her sexy legs at MTV EMA’s 2012 photocall in Frankfurt, Germany, on November 9, 2012 (Credit: WENN)

Pants: Defining Bold Sophistication

Gwen Stefani and members of her band No Doubt leaving lunch at Porta Via in Beverly HillsGwen Stefani and members of her band No Doubt leaving lunch at Porta Via in Beverly Hills, California, on December 1, 2012 (Credit: WENN)

Emma Roberts rocks leather pants at the world premiere of 'The Lone Ranger'Emma Roberts rocks leather pants at the world premiere of ‘The Lone Ranger’ at Disney California Adventure Park in Los Angeles on June 22, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

3. Seasonal Versatility: Open-Toe Booties All Year Round

Spring and Summer: Breezy and Bold

Unlike regular closed-toe booties, open-toe booties are most prevalent during spring and summer. If you want to go out in the sun in style, forgo the comfortable and go for a pair of the more alluring open-toe booties.

Kym Marsh flaunts her legs at White Lion pub in ManchesterKym Marsh flaunts her legs at White Lion pub in Manchester, England, on July 27, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

Kim Kardashian departing from her Manhattan hotelKim Kardashian departing from her Manhattan hotel in New York City on April 24, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

Do you like her black Balmain heeled boots?

Kim Kardashian rocks black open-toed Balmain bootiesKim Kardashian rocks black open-toed Balmain booties (Credit: WENN)

Fall and Winter: Chic in the Chill

Of course, fall is an excellent time to wear open-toe booties. While the weather isn’t exactly warm, you may not feel the need to cover your toes on most days.

Match your open-toe booties with layered separates (tops, jackets, cardigans, or scarves), or wear your pair with a short, leg-showcasing skirt. A dress and a topper like the ones Katie Holmes wore below would also be a great choice.

Chloe Sims at the opening of a new cosmetic surgery establishment, SPM AcademyChloe Sims at the opening of a new cosmetic surgery establishment, SPM Academy, in Essex, England, on May 5, 2012 (Credit: WENN)

Katie Holmes arriving at her home in Manhattan, New York City, on March 27, 2012Katie Holmes arriving at her home in Manhattan, New York City, on March 27, 2012 (Credit: WENN)

Can’t wait to try any of these styles? Which one would you rock first?