Tackling biker chic

Yesterday I was having a bit of a meltdown in the middle of Debenhams. Having learnt my lesson from my trip last month with less than practical pumps and miles of walking resulting in what can only be described as ballerina worthy injuries, I was desperate for a pair of flat boots which I could wear out on the streets of London (as a student, not a streetwalker despite the way that came out.) Unfortunately, for a person of my stature (I'm 5'2" with the curse of the short legs) practical and attractive normally exist in parallel universes. I'm definitely a fan of the comfort concept but surrounded by the likes of these:

can you blame me for feeling a bit disheartened? I'd wear heels every second of every day if I could do so without the threat of completely ruining my body (read this at the risk of contemplating never wearing heels again: Doctors: High heels are bad for you). So, I finally gave in and bought these:

Possibly the most masculine of the lot but a bargain at £33 (orignally £110). Plus I'm in good Choo company - check these out: BIKER STYLE LEATHER BOOTS WITH FUR LINING. Similiar, no? But at a fraction of the cost.

Then there's the problem of what I'm going to wear with them. I want to look less Hell's Angels and more like Victoria's Secret Angel:

- Gisele Bundchen -

I'm thinking lots of jewellery, patterned tights, floaty chiffon and skinnies of all colours to create a softer look.

Oh, and if you see me walking around looking a bit miserable, remind me that I have lots of heels to go home to.