
Save this story Save Story Save this story You can have an endless array of the best winter boots, but finding a pair you truly love is easier said than done. From the fit and silhouette to a style that suits your wardrobe, the search for a reliable winter companion can feel endless. That’s where we come in.
The Flat Boot Loeffler Randall Tilly boots Jump to review $650 SHOP
The Knee-High Boot Staud Wally boots Jump to review $495 NORDSTROM
The Buckle Boot Frye Viv engineer boots Jump to review $298 NORDSTROM
The Pointy Ankle Boot Cos Angular heeled boots Jump to review $399 COS
The Croc-Embossed Boot Toteme Chelsea boots Jump to review $950 NET-A-PORTER
The Sock Boot Le Monde Béryl Mica Glove boots Jump to review $945 SHOP
The Western Boot Khaite Clive boots Jump to review $1,680 KHAITE
The Animal Print Boot Herbert Levine Rein It boots Jump to review $2,475 NET-A-PORTER
Whether you gravitate towards something flat, kitten heeled, croc-embossed, or Western-inspired, our intrepid team of fashion editors did the leg work for you, testing out the season’s many options to bring you a definitive guide of the very best winter boots in each category.
It was a tall order, but if there ever were a group of women you can trust for recommendations to narrow down your search, it’s this one.
Photo: Courtesy of David Gannon The Heeled Knee-High “I love a tall boot with a small heel—very witchy—and Staud’s Wally is an all-time staple. These are comfortable enough for my commute to the office and a nice companion for mid-length skirts for fall.” — Elly Leavitt , lifestyle shopping editor
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Photo: Courtesy of David Gannon The Flat Knee-High “Loeffler Randall’s Tilly boot has been in my rotation for the last few seasons—and I keep going back for more! The knee-high silhouette slips under jeans (or over them for a fashion-forward spin), while the flat sole means I can get my 10,000 steps in without a blister. Polished with a subtle equestrian feel, it’s an easy everyday go-to with great traction, too.” — Minty Mellon , shopping market editor
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Photo: Courtesy of David Gannon The Pointy Ankle Boot “I’ve been on the hunt for a new pair of everyday black boots, and this pair from Cos completely won me over. The quality is impressive, better than many options I found at double the price! They’re incredibly versatile and complement my fall uniform of black pants or jeans and a sweater perfectly.” — Mai Morsch , senior fashion editor
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Photo: Courtesy of David Gannon The Buckle Boot “I can’t get through the fall without a study pair of ankle boots. Whether with skirts or a pair of pants, they’re a versatile wardrobe staple that I can rack up 10,000 steps in.” — Alexandra Hildreth , fashion news writer, Vogue Runway
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Photo: Courtesy of David Gannon The Croc-Embossed Boot “I have a particular weakness for cold-weather boots that do all the heavy-lifting when it comes to getting dressed, and these Toteme do exactly that. I love the drama of an elongated toe paired with the richness of croc-embossed leather. There’s something so undeniably chic about the combination: a little bold, a little indulgent, yet surprisingly easy to wear. Even my go-to jeans-and-tee combination, topped off with a leather jacket, suddenly feels a touch sharper, with these.” — Ciarra Lorren Zatorski , fashion editor
Photo: Courtesy of David Gannon The Western-Inspired Suede Boot “I’m very picky about boots—my favorite style is a kitten-heeled ankle boot and the Loeffler Randall suede boots have a western touch to them that I really love. My go-to fall outfit is wearing a leather jacket as a top along with a pair of jeans. I love that the heel height on the Loeffler Randall’s are just the right amount so that even a non-heel lover like myself can wear them all day and night.” — Irene Kim , editorial production manager, Vogue Runway
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Photo: Courtesy of David Gannon The Sock Boot “A heeled boot paired with distressed denim is my go-to for an elevated casual look. Le Monde Béryl’s glove boots, with their sculptural curved heels, add just the right amount of intrigue to an everyday outfit.” —Megan Rodrigues, assistant fashion editor
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Photo: Courtesy of David Gannon The Cowboy Boot “I love a play on a Western classic, and these Khaite boots are the perfect combination of vintage charm and modern edge. This season is all about playing with the unexpected in my styling. Paired with classic surf pants from Elwood Clothing and a plaid blazer, they add a rugged twist to an otherwise sporty look.” —Nicole Martini, associate fashion editor
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Photo: Courtesy of David Gannon The Animal Print Boot “A good coat and a pair of statement boots is pretty much all you need in the fall and winter. I love that these flat Herbert Levine boots can be dressed up day or night. For the office, I have them on here with a pony hair skirt and zip-up knit. — Andrea Zendejas , shopping market editor
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