The 10 Best Designer Boots Worth the Splurge
The 10 Best Designer Boots Worth the Splurge
It's the most wonderful time of the year: It's boot season. From timeless ankle boots to edgy combat boots to elegant knee-highs that look like they were plucked from the streets of Milan, there are almost too many options on the market—and if you're looking for investment pieces, the search can get particularly overwhelming. Make sure you're getting the best bang for your buck by looking for items you can wear with a number of pieces in your wardrobe, in a style that's trendy but still true enough to your taste so that you won't get tired of them by the time next fall rolls around. Not sure where to start? These 10 designer boots are currently on our wishlist:
1) Gucci Ankle Boot with Horsebit
Gucci
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So your #1 priority is hunting down a pair of designer boots you can get away with wearing to the office. Enter: This sleek black pair, with an asymmetrical block heel and simple gold detailing that's guaranteed to match anything in your workwear wardrobe.
2) Bottega Veneta Tire Leather Chelsea Boots
Bottega Veneta
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Scandinavian style's influence is still sticking around, and the silhouette of the season is the lug-sole boot. Try Bottega's black and white take on the style, which features a cool wave-y design around the base.
3) Gucci Knee-high Boot with Horsebit
Gucci
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Knee-high boots are everywhere–why not get in on the trend with a bold pattern? Python print leather, a stacked heel, and Gucci's signature gold hardware combine for the ultimate statement shoe.
4) Schutz Analeah Lizard-Embossed Boots
Schutz
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As far as investment shoes go, these are on the lower end of the budget spectrum, but Schutz' knee-high boots still look (and feel) luxurious. They're made from a lizard-print leather, and the Western-inspired silhouette makes them stand out from other basic black boots.
5) Gucci Ankle Boot with Buckles
Gucci
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If you're all about comfort, it's worth splashing out on Gucci's buckled ankle boots: The padded ankle and chunky design means they're super easy to walk in.
6) STAUD Wally Tall Suede Boots
STAUD
Made in Portugal with an almond toe and kitten heel, these olive green boots are actually comfortable enough to spend the day in (okay, spend the day sitting at your desk in). Use them to incorporate a bit of color into your fall wardrobe.
7) Khaite Cody Leather Combat Boots
Khaite
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Khaite's take on standard combat boots: A bright white, slightly chunky, mid-calf design that would look just as great dressed down with cozy knits as it would with a frilly mini dress.
8) Stuart Weitzman Lowland Over-The-Knee Boot
Stuart Weitzman
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Stuart Weitzman's over the knee boots are a classic for a reason. They go with everything from midi dresses to your favorite skinny jeans. Plus, they're an easy way to get some extra warmth on those sub-zero days where you don't want to expose even a sliver of skin to the elements.
9) Sunni Sunni Reese Stacked Heel Boots
Sunni Sunni
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These may look like your standard leather ankle boot, with one exception: The square toe makes them feel fresh. Pick up this shorter style to wear under flared jeans for when you want a tiny height boost.
10) Chloé Betty PVC Rain Boots
Chloé
Who said rain boots can't be chic? Sleek, glossy, and with just enough chunkiness in the silhouette to double as a trendy ankle boot, this pair will see you through the rest of winter.
Treat yourself (and your closet) to these designer boots—any one the 10 picks is worth the investment.