Hate encasing the entirety of your lovely calves in leather, especially if you are from a climate with a less-than-chilly winter? Mid-calf boots provide enough of an upper to allow for plenty of on-trend embellishment, but they also have more ease of movement. In addition, if you've got lots of below-knee skirts, wearing mid-calf boots kills the frump factor completely. With or without tights, mid-calf boots come in both heeled and flat versions for dressing up or down with ease. Try a pair with tall socks peeking out for a more playful effect, and hunt out non-skid soles if you'll be trekking during the winter.