Amal Clooney Shows Us The Chic Way To Wear Thigh High Boots

At first glance, thigh-high boots seem like a very daunting prospect. But they've been given a high fashion makeover, becoming more low-key than ever before. In fact, they're actually more wearable than you might think. Perhaps, the easiest way of offering styling advice is by outlining what they shouldn't be worn with - avoid low necklines, tight dresses and skirts and steer clear of wearing them with skinny jeans.

This article originally appeared on Harper's BAZAAR UK.

Additional reporting by Hanan Haddad

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THE SHIFT DRESS

Juxtapose the provocative aesthetic of thigh-highs with a classic, prim shift dress for a chic look. Photo: Getty

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HIGH NECKLINES

Unless you're going for a statement evening look or indeed going to a Pretty Woman-themed fancy dress party, avoid plunging necklines. Photo: Getty

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THE A-LINE SKIRT

You probably own most of these wardrobe staples already - an A-line skirt, a cashmere jumper and a jacket. While wearing thigh-highs might feel daring, in reality you're only flashing a small dose of skin. Photo: Getty

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WITH BLOCK COLOUR

Wearing head-to-toe block colour adds a pulled-together, polished edge to an ensemble. Photo: Getty

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THE LBD

As party season arrives, throw caution to the wind and step out in your favourite LBD. Tone down your hair and make-up to prevent looking too overdone, and make sure your dress isn't tight. Loose silhouettes will always look more stylish with thigh-highs. Photo: Getty

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THE 90S SWEATER

There's a temptation with thigh-highs to only wear with them with dresses, but they also look great teamed with a nostalgic sports jumper. Photo: Getty

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THE JUMPER DRESS

Oversized jumper dresses have a nonchalant beatnik appeal especially when worn with thigh-highs. Don't be afraid of teaming them with mini lengths - just as long as the dress or skirt is loose-fitting. Photo: Getty

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OVER TIGHTS

When winter truly sets in, layer thigh-boots over opaque tights for warmth. Photo: Getty

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THE SHIRT DRESS

Give your classic shirt-dress a new lease of life by allowing your thigh-highs to peak out from underneath. It feels strange to conceal part of such a statement shoe, but honestly this is the most 'fashion' way to wear them for day. Photo: Getty

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CHUNKY KNITWEAR

Play with textures by styling thigh-highs with an oversized knit. If you want to wear thigh-highs by day, the trick is to dial down their sexiness and team them with more ordinary pieces. Photo: Getty

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THE STATEMENT COAT

Avoid making your boots the focal point of your outfit by opting for a neutral-coloured pair and teaming with a bright statement coat, as demonstrated by Amal Clooney.

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