Boots are the backbone of any autumn wardrobe, and this season’s offering is an easy sell for shoe fanatics. Brands have gone head-over-heels (quite literally), for stompy soles, presenting us with a conveyor belt of options: from suede, knee-skimming boots to thigh-highs. While it might feel quite early to start looking for boots when the weather is still (somewhat) sunny, there’s no harm in getting ahead.
What boots are in style for autumn 2024?
Miuccia Prada debuted distressed leather combat boots with laces tied around models’ ankles at Miu Miu and heeled knee-highs at Prada, Matthieu Blazy rendered long boots in Bottega Veneta’s signature intrecciato weave with slanted heels, while Sabato De Sarno explored an equestrian mood at Gucci, with glossy, horsebit-adorned riding boots. The top line? There are a multitude of styles that are “on-trend” – some of which you might already have in your wardrobe.
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How do you pick the perfect pair?
As is the case with any investment item, choosing the right pair of boots for you is all about personal preference. Give yourself a checklist to work through before making a purchase. What purpose do they need to serve? Are you buying for practicality (if so, avoid suede at all costs) or to keep up with the style set? Will you wear them to the park or the office? Do you prefer ankle or knee-highs, textured or plain? Only when you’ve answered all of the above will you be able to make a decision that doesn’t scream “impulse buy”.
How do you style them?
The best thing about boots is that you can wear them with a range of pieces, all year round. Ankle-length boots compliment maxi and midi-skirts; summer dresses look great with knee-highs and combats are the perfect pairing for jeans. Again, styling is a personal preference, but don’t be afraid to go out of your comfort zone.
Here, British Vogue’s edit of the best autumn boots to buy now.
Vogue’s top picks of the best autumn boots
