Boots for Fall

This post is sponsored by Børn.

As much as I would love to go through the entire fall alphabet of letters with individual posts, all but a few of you (knuckles to the few!) would get tired. So I won’t bore you. But I paid a little attention to Apples last month, and now I can’t leave out Boots.

This season calls for boots. Yes, even in Florida. In fact, especially in Florida. I’ve appointed myself the one responsible down here for making sure we uphold seasonal rights of passage, and I start early to cover all the bases. That girl walking the beach in a bathing suit and snow boots? Me.

I was recalling boot trends of the past the other day, and there have been some doozies. My purple moon boots, for one (thank you, 80’s). And those brown leather booties from the 90’s with the sweater cuff built in. I loved my gold construction boots (worn with flannel), the high-heeled slouchy booties, the foldover cuffs, the kitten heels, the combat boots. Short, long, slouchy, straight, flat, kitten-heeled–they’ve all served their time. Basically, if I ever won an Oscar, I’d remember to thank Boots in my acceptance speech. But seriously, there’s something about boots that feels cozy and kick-through-a-pile-of-leaves-ish, a grand statement of every good thing that makes up these next two seasons.

I’ve always love knee-high boots, but with a daily schedule highlighted by such events as preschool drop-off and trips to Michaels for fake pumpkins, I’m looking for something more casual and comfortable.

Ta-da!

As always, Børn delivers. Tall, comfy, cute, versatile–all the things. I love the flattering cut of the top of these Borda boots–a little higher in front. And the heel-height is perfect–a bit of oomph but small enough to stay low-key and comfy. I can slide them over skinny jeans for a more casual look or wear them with dresses and skirts for something more polished. Both proclaim the same message: “I bring you tidings of great joy. ‘Tis the season to sip cider.”

Even more versatile, a shortie boot which extends across all seasons. These Børn McMillan boots are super comfy, and the weathered leather and wraparound buckles give them a little bit of an edge.

I’ve sacrificed comfort for style many times in my life, but Børn doesn’t make you choose. You can wear these boots and your baby, and nobody gets hurt. And now that we’ve covered apples and boots in two consecutive posts, all I want to do is combine the two and stroll through orchard rows, wearing these boots. I may have to settle for a citrus grove. Either way, I’ll be the most comfortable ambassador of fall there is. Fall boots for all.

Addendum:  GIVEAWAY HAS BEEN MET (but you can still donate!)

But wait! One more thing. Our friends at Børn have been great supporters of our efforts in raising awareness and funds for Ruby’s Rainbow, an organization that grants people with Down syndrome scholarships for post secondary education programs. October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and Børn asked “How can we help? Can we give away shoes?” We love help, we love shoes, we love Ruby’s Rainbow. So the first five people who donate $50 to Ruby’s Rainbow (donate button is right on their home page) and send a screen shot of their completed donation to kellehamptonblog@comcast.net will get a free pair of shoes or boots from Born–any pair on their site!

*Thank you for your donations! Giveaway has been met. You can still check out Ruby’s Rainbow, and your support is appreciated.