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We've found the best ankle booties for Fall!

By , About.com Guide

Unless you've been pulling a Rip Van Winkle lately, you know that ankle boots are everywhere! But do you have to be a supermodel to rock 'em? I actually ran into runway diva Veronica Webb at QVC's FFANY Shoes on Sale gala, so I decided to ask her. "I love ankle boots," Veronica raved, adding "they really can make a little chiffon dress look tough and give it a new look. They're also great with leather leggings." Well, I'm not sure if I can wear leather leggings, but I do agree that booties will give extra mileage to summer's girlie dresses, especially with opaque tights. As for which styles are hot, here's my top 5:

1. Oh DEER! "Harlow" in Denim, on sale for $39.99

First of all, the price of these shoes is bananas, and they're totally on-trend. Although they have killer 4-inch heels, the dark denim fabric and golf shoe-inspired kiltie front give them a more casual feel, so they'll even work with khakis.

2. Rampage "Ego" in Grey, $54.99

Take a look at the details on these cuties! The bows on the back are perfect for showing off with ankle-length jeans, and the suede is so soft. Just be sure to treat them with a waterproofing spray before wearing out for the first time.

3. Seychelles "One Night Only" in Dark Brown, $120

HSM2's Ashley Tisdale is a big fan of Seychelle's booties, so they must be cool, right? These have a sturdy cone-shaped heel that's a breeze to walk in, and the rich leather will only look more chic as it gets worn in over time.

4. BCBGirls "Tate" in Pewter, $133.95

For those ladies who are afraid to try the full-on bootie trend, this is a great compromise. The plunging cut of the vamp visually elongates the leg, while the silver leather is completely eye-catching. My philosophy on metallic shoes is since they go with nothing, they match everything!

5. Farylrobin "Candle" in Wood, $249.95

For the risk-taker, this is one hot boot! The circle cut-out just begs to be paired with vibrant-hued tights, which will allow a little bit of color to peek through the hole. Bonus: The heel is luxe plum suede, which adds an extra element of surprise.

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