Is Every Girl in NYC Wearing These Boots Now?
When she’s not working with big names like Lupita Nyong’o, Jennifer Hudson, and Hilary Swank, celebrity stylist Micaela Erlanger also divulges her fashion expertise in our Ask a Stylist column. From the best places to source vintage to the secret to finding your most flattering jeans, come back each week for a professional’s perspective.
Aside from New York City girls loving the fall weather, they’re also loving one of the season’s biggest shoe trends: sock boots. The sleek style is taking over NYC girls’ wardrobes, and the silhouette makes for a great day-to-night shoe option. These on-trend boots are the ultimate shoes to add to your closet this season to help transition your wardrobe from fall to winter weather and beyond. And whether you style these boots with a skirt, jeans, or leggings, they’re guaranteed to add a new level of chic to your outfits. It’s clear sock boots are here to stay, so today I’m sharing my favorite picks for you to add to your fall boot collection.
Shop the boot style every girl in NYC is wearing right now.

A self proclaimed “vintage-a-holic, and glamour girl” Micaela’s clients include: Lupita Nyong’o, Michelle Dockery, Meryl Streep, Jared Leto, Common, Jennifer Hudson, Hilary Swank, Tatiana Maslany and John Boyega.
The hallmark of Micaela’s work is her meticulous attention to detail and a keen focus on the client’s needs and objectives. With a love for all things beautiful and alluring, coupled with an appreciation of the whimsical, Micaela brings a versatile and fresh approach to styling.
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