While we're thinking about pedicures and sandals, R&B divas Brandy, Ciara and Rihanna are still rocking tall, winter-proof boots.

We spotted Ciara with brown thigh-highs while visiting BET's "106 & Park," and then with a black pair while celebrating the release of her new project, Fantasy Ride. Urban America's resident fashionista, Rihanna, sported a pair of shiny, black platform boots on her way to an event in New York while Brandy was also seen donning black patent leather flat boots at a concert.

We were inspired by their recent jaunts with heftier, taller boots and decided to pick out a few pairs of our own. And, this is actually a great time to buy boots for next season, since most retailers are itching to get rid of their fall and winter stock. Take your pick of any of these trendy pairs of footwear:

-- Whitney Teal

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