Knee-high boots, biker boots, loafers & more. Meet the style staples your wardrobe has been calling for.
Whether you’re a fan of the ankle boot, the knee-high boot, or looking to make the most of this season’s hottest boot trends (hello, western boots!), these are the boots you’ll wear for seasons to come. Whether you’re a fan of the ankle boot, the knee-high boot, or looking to make the most of this season’s hottest boot trends (hello, western boots!), these are the boots you’ll wear for seasons to come.
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How to Style The Must-Have Boots of 2024
Block-Heel Boots
A more updated version of the stiletto ankle boot of last season, the chunky ankle
boot is a shoe that takes you from the office to date night with little ado. Thanks to a lower, sturdier heel, ankle boots offer all-day comfort with an edge of style.
Whether you prefer a pointed or rounded toe, ankle boots work best when paired with a more relaxed ensemble. To style your block-heel boots with pants, the secret is to pair them with cropped pants that stop short just above the top of the boot. Try to aim for a little sliver of skin to help break the ensemble up. Wide-leg trousers can be styled with these boots, but make sure the material is loose enough around the ankle so it doesn’t catch the top of the boot.
A classic combo for block-heel boots is a mini skirt or dress, and, if the weather is a little colder, tights to keep you warm. For a simple yet chic ensemble, try a plain black dress with your block-heel boots, and opt for spotty or patterned hosiery. It just adds a little interest to an everyday look and adds a touch of femininity to the block-heel boot.
Biker Boots
There’s something about the biker boot that keeps us coming back for more every season. Much like the classic trench coat, the biker boot first began as a practical item worn by riders, soldiers and engineers to protect their lower legs. It has since made its way to the fashion forefront, worn by James Dean and Marlon Brando, and favoured by Alexander McQueen, Balenciaga and more. Largely unchanged in design, a biker boot is one of the rare fashion pieces that will always be in style and always on-trend.
As these shoes are quite edgy by nature, biker boots are best worn with contrast pieces. Delicate dresses, big cosy knits, and ruffled or embellished skirts will add a punk-inspired twist to this boot. For an iconic nighttime look, style your biker boot with a boudoir-style dress and oversized blazer. The masculine energy of the boots and blazer will help to tone down the hyper-femininity of the dress. If your biker boot finishes a little further up the ankle or around the knee, try styling it with a shorter skirt or dress to allow for a little breathing room between the boot and hemline. If your ensemble is feeling a little too punkish, try adding on some statement gold jewellery to add polish.
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Knee-High Boots
Ruling supreme both on and off the runway, knee-high boots are quickly proving that they’re not going anywhere. Characterised as a boot that rises to just below the knee, the knee-high boot is one of those rare fashion pieces that strikes a balance between fashion and function: they look good, and keep you warm in winter. This season, slouchy boots are making a comeback to the runway, and we couldn’t be more pleased. These versatile knee-high boots can be worn pulled up to the knee or scrunched down for a more relaxed fit. Who doesn’t love a versatile shoe?
The most common outfit to pair with a knee-high boot is simple: a mini with an oversized statement knit. If you’re looking to scrunch down your boot, you may prefer to swap the skinny pants out for a dress-knit combo to balance out your proportions. Knee-high boots can match any length of dress, although the most flattering length is one that finishes just above the top of the boot.
Western Boots
They say that in the fashion world, history repeats itself. There’s no trend where this rings truer than with the ‘90s and ‘00s revival, and with it, the return of the Western boot (sometimes referred to as a cowboy boot). While this season is not the cowboy boot’s first rodeo in the fashion arena (excuse the puns) the 2024 Western boot is less rugged than its predecessors and instead leans more into a polished finish.
Styling this boot can be a little difficult as it’s more specific than, say, a knee-high or ankle boot, and runs the risk of swaying into costume territory very easily. Keep your outfit simple and polished and avoid any Western-inspired pieces. Indulge in feminine or pretty pieces like ruffled skirts or pastel prints. Classic items like a trench coat also work well with a cowboy boot, or, for date night, a simple black dress.
Loafers
If a traditional boot is not your style, then its fashion cousin, the loafer, is here to elevate your look. Inevitably polished, and transeasonal by nature, the loafer is a versatile staple for any wardrobe. From maxi skirts to leather skirts, floral dresses and leggings, the loafer can do it all. This season, look to academia-inspired chunky silhouettes with exaggerated platforms, and stylish embellishments like buckles.
For a fail-proof style, invest in the classic Penny Loafer. Featuring a horizontal strap or ‘saddle’, that sits across the instep of the shoe, Penny Loafers are the breakout star of the season. For an A+ in winter styling, match a pair of souped-up Penny loafers with warm socks and, if the temperature calls for it, some sheer tights. For an effortless ensemble that strikes a balance between casual and professional, pair your favourite oversized blazer with your loafers, mixing and matching the bottoms to suit the weather.
The Mary Jane
Fashion does repeat itself, and so it follows that the classic-for-a-reason Mary Jane should begin a revival tour. While this is technically not a boot, they do offer more protection than a slide or a heel making it a transeasonal must-have. By definition, a Mary Jane is typically defined as being a round-toed, flat shoe with a single strap across the top. While most of us may equate a Mary Jane with school uniforms, Mary Jane has undergone countless revolutions through fashion, favoured in the ‘20s by dancers and flappers, and then again in the ’60s by fashion It-Girls Twiggy and Jane Birkin and then in the ‘80s and ‘90s, the Mary Jane took on a more punk edge. Now, in 2024, you’ll see this iconic shoe reimagined with a block heel, large buckles and other eye-catching embellishments.
While many may shy away from this shoe, scarred by years of uniforms, the Mary Jane is quite simple to style. The easiest way to style this shoe is to wear it with anything you would usually wear sneakers with. Pair it with some tailored pants and a simple shirt for an instantly elevated office outfit. You can also wear them with a tailored suit to add a touch of femininity to the look. Or go all out with ankle socks, a twee skirt and a matching blazer. Whichever approach you take with this classic shoe, you’ll rest easy knowing this is a shoe you’ll look to for seasons to come.
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