# Thigh High Boots Suits Costume National Takes a Trashy Look And Makes It Office-OK By Bianca | Published 2009-03-10 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/costume-national-thigh-high-boots References: [style](http://www.style.com/fashionshows/complete/F2009RTW-CNATIONA) At first glance, these outfits look like typical gray suits, but once the pieces are in motion, it's evident Costume National's Fall 2009 collection is a whole lot sexier. Instead of the typical [pant-suits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/12th-tribe-x-corporate-natalie), the Costume National 09 suit bottoms actually consist of shorts and thigh-high boots—a deceptive illusion you *might* be able to get away with at the office: until you sit down. **Implications** - These bold boots are guaranteed to make a statement as your strut down the sidewalk. Not to mention that they come in handy in areas which receive plentiful [rain and snowfall](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-boot). Slip your soles into these [thigh high boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melissa-x-maldito) for a dramatic daily look. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Thigh High Boots:** Thigh high boots are a bold fashion trend that can add a dramatic element to any outfit. - **Office-ok Fashion:** The combination of professional attire with a sexy twist is a trend that allows for self-expression in the workplace. - **Illusion Clothing:** Illusion clothing, like the deceptive suit bottoms in Costume National's collection, is a trend that challenges traditional perceptions of fashion. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can capitalize on the popularity of thigh high boots by creating innovative designs and incorporating them into various outfits. - **Retail:** Retailers can take advantage of the demand for office-appropriate fashion with a sexy twist by offering a range of clothing options that cater to this trend. - **Fashion Accessories:** The fashion accessories industry has an opportunity to create new and unique styles of thigh-high boots that appeal to consumers looking for statement pieces. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Western Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfes-stark-boot.md) - [Stiletto Knee-High Suede Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anatomic-slipon-suede-boots.md) - [Over-The-Knee Plush Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-heights-platform-xtra.md) - [Illusory Doll-Like Heels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illusion-boots.md) - [Edgy Winter Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/naked-wolfe-bambi-boot.md) - [Neutral Dramatic Tall Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-ultra-ultra-tall.md) - [Bird Feather-Inspired Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiss-boots.md) - [High Fashion Workwear Boots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vuitton-and-timberland.md) - [Chic Corporate-Inspired Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/after-hours-collection.md)