Lucky included tall riding boots in its fall shoe guide, which is another reason not to feel sad that I won’t be wearing heels for a while.

So along with the leopard-print watch and military-inspired cardigan from Urban Outfitters, I also ordered a pair of tall riding boots—however, these are a variation of the trend, since they’re rain boots and made of rubber. Not exactly high fashion, I know, but since I live in a climate where winter could mean standing in two inches of rainwater, this was a practical decision.

A practical decision with style influence, of course. As always.