Fall is here, and you know what that means: pumpkin spice everything, crunchy leaves on the ground, beautiful colours, crisp air, and BOOTS. Sure, we all love the freedom of flip-flops and sandals, but it’s time to kick those to the curb, and embrace the beauty of the boot. Here are our best picks for fall: boots that are cute, stylish, and suitable for every occasion, from the playground to a night out on the town.
Lace Up [1]
One of the hot trends for fall is lace-up boots. I love these from Guess because a) they remind me of my youth and how I used to pair combat boots with babydoll dresses, b) they have grippy soles that will be great on slippery sidewalks, and c) they will pair perfectly with leggings and a long cozy sweater. These ankle boots are the perfect mix of fashion and function, and will serve you well whether you’re running to the grocery store or scaling a climbing structure to rescue a stuck toddler.
Slouch [2]
Speaking of my youth, remember when slouch boots were all the rage? Well, they’re back with a vengeance! It’s time to relive our fantasies of being Clare on The Breakfast Club (I’m not the only one, right? I mean, she ended up with Bender.) by slipping on these beauties from Aldo. Bonus: their low heel means you can sprint after an escaping toddler or just walk with ease to school pickup.
Ankle Wedge Boots [3]
I love a good wedge, although they aren’t as practical as low heels, they are adorable. These gorgeous ankle wedges from The Bay would pair perfectly with a pair of skinny jeans – but don’t forget to cuff your jeans [4] for maximum effect.
Harness [5]
This is a big trend for fall: the harness boot. Belts and buckles wrap around to give any boot a cool Western edge. I love these from The Bay because they not only have the harness look, but they are also slouchy. Two trends in one!
Stacked Heels [6]
Stacked heels are in vogue this fall, which is excellent news for those of us who teeter on a slimmer heel. These sleek stacked heel booties from Town Shoes are perfectly professional, but also versatile enough for wine night with the girls.
Riding Boots (both regular and wide calf) [7]
I saved the best for last. I love, love, LOVE riding boots. I love how they look fabulous with jeans or leggings, but can also be paired with a skirt for a different look. The low heel is comfortable, but still incredibly stylish and chic. These sweet boots from Naturalizer come in both regular and wide-calf, too!