Welcome to the final stretch of the Fashion Month shoe marathon. After weeks spent wearing trendy sneakers in New York and swapping heels for comfortable shoe trends in Milan and London, fashion’s favorite insiders have touched down in France for Paris Fashion Week, and they’re tapping into fall 2024’s biggest boots trends to round out their show-ready outfits.
This season, the options run the gamut: sleek, classic knee-high styles sit next to bold, printed pairs. Ankle boots are officially back after a few seasons-long hiatus, and slouchy styles have become the boho go-to for the street style set. And, like the rise in suede bags, a slew of suede boots have been spotted in Paris this week. While they mostly come in shades of brown—one of the season’s trendiest colors—you can just as easily find them in classic black colorways, too. Finally, moto boots prove you can add edge to your wardrobe this season without much effort.
If you want to tap into the trends without booking a flight to the City of Lights this season, keep scrolling. I’ve rounded up the chicest street-style-approved fall outfit ideas alongside a few (mostly-under-$500) pairs of boots worth investing in. It’s time to put your sandals back into the closet until they trend again next spring—fall and winter are the seasons where boots reign supreme.
Ankle Booties
Ankle boots are having a moment right now, no matter the heel height or color.
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While I have always kept a few pairs of ankle boots on-hand, so I’m happy to see the trend peak again this season. They’re so easy to style because they go with just about everything, from dresses to jeans.
Marc Fisher LTD Yanara Pointed Toe Bootie
Jeffrey Campbell Sherpal Bootie
SARTO by Franco Sarto Vianca Bootie
Streamlined Boots
Sleek, no-fuss styles were everywhere this season.
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Sleek boots silhouettes popped up on the runway at brands like Gabriela Hearst, Michael Kors, and Prada, reminding us to invest in the classics. Out-there styles may be fun for a party, but you need to have a few practical go-to options for day-to-day wear.
Stuart Weitzman 5050 Stretch-Leather Knee-High Boots
Allsaints Maeve Knee High Boot
27 EDIT Naturalizer Edda Knee High Boot
Slouchy Boots
Slouchy boots are the cool-girl way to elevate your wardrobe this fall.
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The coolest girl you know is wearing a pair of slouchy boots this season. The boho-inspired trend is defined by options that can’t quite seem to keep their shape (or stay up). The extent to which your pick slouches is up to you, though.
Madewell The Dimes Kitten-Heel Knee Boot
Steve Madden Corenne Boot
Moto Boots
Moto boots, with their buckle adornments, add edge to any look.
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Moto-style boots are so, so cool. Wearing them in black or brown with all of your sweetest-feeling dresses and skirts is my definition of the perfect fall work outfit. It seems like the Paris set agrees.
J.Crew Moto Ankle Boots in Distressed Leather
Statement-Making Boots
Opting for a bold pair of boots makes any outfit more fun, as evidenced by the Paris street style set.
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I know I was just talking about the need for a few classic types of boots in your rotation, but I can’t stop thinking about the rise of the “fun boots” adorned with florals, snakeskin, and shiny croc. Acne Studios and Isabel Marant both made a strong case for playful styles, too.
Larroudé X Markarian Flat Boot in Black Wool and Floral Embroidery
Silent D Erena Kitten-Heel Boots
Maryana Pointed Toe Block Heel Knee High Boot
Suede Boots
Suede might not work in the rain or snow, but that hasn’t stopped stylish Parisian attendees from wearing them.
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Suede boots are on the rise right now. Paris attendees favored ones that come in rich brown hues. You can follow their lead when shopping for your preferred pair.
Sam Edelman Sylvia Knee-High Boots
Free People Felicity Foldover Boots
