FASHION

The 50 Best Boots to Shop This Fall

by Lizzy Wholley

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Photograph by Brianna Capozzi; Styled by Elin Svahn.

Can you believe it’s officially fall? Even if Mother Nature continues to throw us for a loop, it still feels like the right time for a footwear transition. So we’ve gathered our 50 favorite new boots that exemplify this season’s most prominent trends, ranging from combat boots, sleek mod styles and (the one we just can’t seem to buck) even some Western flair. A few of the boldest styles are even modeled by one of W‘s favorites, Grace Elizabeth here. And if you don’t want to trudge through mud in combat boots from Prada, Gucci, Miu Miu or Ann Demeulemeester—though, boy do they look chic!—not to worry, because also included some weather-ready styles (that would look fantastic broken-in). Searching for a bit more panache? Buy into the tartan trend with a pair of yellow Balenciaga boots or try a classic animal print. And what about the knee-high boots sent down the runways of Saint Laurent, Isabel Marant, Chanel, and Salvatore Ferragamo? Take notes and use the “back to school shopping” excuse while you still can.

1ALBERTA FERRETTI

This western mule is perfect for stepping from one season to the next. Alberta Ferretti, black leather mule with buckle strap and western detailing, $895, albertaferretti.com

2GIVENCHY

The latest shape from Givenchy adds a tough edge with a zipper detail. Givenchy, ankle boot with side zipper and heel, $1,595, neimanmarcus.com

3CALVIN KLEIN 205W39NYC

Try a modern cowboy boot with a sporty racing stripe and shiny silver toe caps. Calvin Klein 205W39NYC, black leather cowboy boots with stripe, $1,170, mytheresa.com

4THE FRYE COMPANY

The answer for all those western Chelsea boot dreams. The Frye Company, slip on brown leather Chelsea boots, $298, saksfifthavenue.com

5DUŠAN

Dušan Paunovic adds the perfect amount of detailing to this minimalist favorite. Dušan, slip on leather ankle boot with snakeskin detail, $705, lagarconne.com

6CHLOE

The ultimate lace-up boot with a heel you can wear all day. Chloe, leather lace-up boots, $1,250, saksfifthavenue.com

7R13

Known for their denim, R13 incorporates denim directly into this design with dramatic stitching to boot. R13, knee high leather cowboy boot, $1,095, shopbop.com

8ISABEL MARANT

Pair this stunning over the-knee-boot with a dress or skirt for a new silhouette. Isabel Marant, over-the-knee western boot, $2,300, neimanmarcus.com

9MAISON MARGIELA

Leave the chopped and screwed metallic boots to Maison Margiela. Maison Margiela, pointed toe western boot, $995, barneys.com

10DIANE VON FURSTENBERG

Dress down a frilly frock with this DVF boot. Diane von Furstenberg, lace up boots with a heel, $398, saksfifthavenue.com

11DORATEYMUR

This leg lengthening pointed toe shape brings adds pizzazz with a western buckle. Dorateymur pointed black boots with a kitten heel, $540, lagarconne.com

12GOLDEN GOOSE DELUXE BRAND

Golden Goose provides a classic mid rise western boot with embroidered detailing. Golden Goose Deluxe Brand, knee high western boot with a side zipper, $990, barneys.com

13COACH

The perfectly crafted statement boot from Coach goes well with your favorite fall maxi dress. Coach, lace up boot with western style stitching, $595, coach.com

14CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN

A patent leather lace up boot worth investing in. Christian Louboutin, lace up ankle boots with a 3 inch heel, $1,145, neimanmarcus.com

15ANN DEMEULEMEESTER

Belgium brand Ann Demeulemeester creates a beautifully constructed combat boot. Ann Demeulemeester, black calf leather boots with lacing, $936, lagarconne.com

16MIU MIU

These well crafted block heel boots are a must-have for your fall wardrobe. Miu Miu, lace up leather boots with a rubber sole, $750, barneys.com

17PRADA

A Prada rubber boot will certainly get you through those rainy day blues. Prada, lace up rubber boot with a side zip and buckle, $990, net-a-porter.com

18LOEWE

Leave it to Jonathan Anderson to create a minimal and unique work boot for fall. Loewe leather ankle boot with a front zipper, $750, barneys.com

19GUCCI

Kick up some fall leaves with a sporty sneaker boot hybrid from Gucci. Gucci, ankle boot sneakers with leather detailing, $1,250, gucci.com

20SOREL

An affordable staple that will last through winter subway commutes. Sorel, white combat boots with a side zip, $190, bergdorfgoodman.com

21AQUATALIA

This fitted waterproof boot spans both the sock-ankle and combat boot trend. Aquatalia, $450, aquatalia.com

22FEIT

Designed by Tull Price in New York, this boot is built entirely by hand from natural materials and produced in limited numbers with a carefully selected group of master craftspeople from around the world. Feit, wool lined hiker boot, $800, lagarconne.com

23RAG & BONE

Test drive this rework of a Rag & Bone icon, this pair features a removable zipper panel so they can be worn as either lace-ups or zip-ups. Rag & Bone, hiking boot with metal zipper or lace-up closure, $595, rag-bone.com

24PROENZA SCHOULER

Proenza continues to impress us with their contemporary, street-ready accessories including these leather hiking boots. Proenza Schouler, hiking boots with neon yellow and white lacing, $695, lagarconne.com

25PAUL ANDREW

Toughen a look but keep it simple with a patent leather combat boot. Paul Andrew, slouchy patent leather boots, $995, saksfifthavenue.com

26DR. MARTENS

Dr. Martens has recently launched their classic style in a completely vegan construction. Dr. Martens, vegan combat boot, $120, drmartens.com

27BALENCIAGA

The label’s key shoe for the new season is the embodiment of the plaid trend. Balenciaga, mid rise yellow tweed boots, $1,750, barneys.com

28JIMMY CHOO

This bold over-the-knee boot transitions from day to night. Jimmy Choo, silver over-the-knee boots, $1,575, modaoperandi.com

29MONSE

Punctuate a trouser with a pronounced plaid from Monse. Monse, kitten heel boots with a zip back, $890, shopbop.com

30BURBERRY

The classic Burberry check makes its way onto a weather resistant boot for a subtle take on the trend. Burberry, checked leather chelsea boot, $680, us.burberry.com

31TIBI

Spice up your 9 to 5 by adding a plaid boot with a fun green toe. Tibi, plaid boots with green patent toe caps, $850, mytheresa.com

32ATP

Stacked on a red kitten heel, this pair packs a punch. ATP, snake-effect leather ankle boot with red heel, $680, modaoperandi.com

33GIANVITO ROSSI

Leave it to an Italian brand to perfect the knee-high cheetah print boot of the season. Gianvito Rossi $2,395 neimanmarcus.com

34BY FAR

90’s inspired brand By Far debuts a chestnut ankle boot with crocodile embossed leather. By Far, leather ankle boot, $526, byfarshoes.com

35GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI

A leopard boot for those with fearless style. Giuseppe Zanotti, leopard print ankle boot, $950, giuseppezanotti.com

36SAINT LAURENT

Never underestimate a stand-out boot with timeless appeal. Saint Laurent, knee high boots with a foldover top, $2,595, barneys.com

37AQUAZZURA

Forgo tights with a boot that does it all. Aquazzura, sheer over-the-knee heeled boots, $995, shopbop.com

38RACHEL COMEY

Stand out from the crowds with a white form fitting knee-high. Rachel Comey, white leather pointed toe over-the-knee boots, $495, needsupply.com

39KATE SPADE

Embellished with a tassel, this boot also makes it easy to create the perfect slouch effect. Kate Spade, $458, suede knee-high boot with tassel drawstring detail. saksfifthavenue.com

40SALVATORE FERRAGAMO

With a new Creative Director, Paul Andrew, holding the reins (also a former shoe designer just like Mr. Ferragamo), this boot is a must. Salvatore Ferragamo, black leather boot with gold heel, $1,590, saksfifthavenue.com

41THE ROW

In an elegant ivory, this leg hugging boot is at the top of any wish list. The Row, $1,895, smooth ivory over-the-knee boot, bergdorfgoodman.com

42MANOLO BLAHNIK

Turn heads with a 60’s inspired block heel go-go boot that happens to go great with a mini skirt. Manolo Blahnik, knee high boot with a block heel and white toe, $1,625, .saksfifthavenue.com

43ROGER VIVIER

The perfect combination of sexy and sophisticated in these pointed toe boots. Roger Vivier, suede mid-rise boot with red stitching, $1,795, rogervivier.com

44TABITHA SIMMONS

Tabitha Simmons introduces a sleek pointed heel boot that is office appropriate in the best way. Tabitha Simmons, kitten heeled lace up boots, $772, farfetch.com

45M.GEMI

A polished kitten heel is a must have for any It girl. M.Gemi, pointed toe boot with a 2 inch heel, $448, mgemi.com

46SUZANNE RAE

For the rebels wearing white after labor day. Suzanne Rae, square toe white leather ankle boot, $555, suzannerae.com

47PIERRE HARDY

A pop of red feels fresh with an angular kitten heel. Pierre Hardy, low heeled red leather boot, $1,195, farfetch.com

48MARYAM NASSIR ZADEH

This gorgeous mid-heel can easily mesh with your entire fall wardrobe. Maryam Nassir Zadeh, shiny black leather boot, $790, modaoperandi.com

49STUART WEITZMAN

Designed with a wider leg, this burgundy boot leans into a 70’s silhouette. Stuart Weitzman, burgundy pointed toe heeled boot, $895, modaoperandi.com

50ALUMNAE

The quintessential riding boot can quickly transform a dress or skirt. Alumnae, polished black leather riding boot, $1,150, shop.alumnae.nyc

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