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Boots are the nuclei ofcold-weather outfits.

Kitten Heels

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Kitten heelsare arguably one of the most underrated shoe styles.

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Theyre an elegant, slightly playful alternative to flats, and theyre much more comfortable than their skyward cousins.

Wear them with a pleated knee-length skirt and acashmereturtleneck for a sweet, cozy moment.

Theyre a reliable go-to because theyre comfortable and work with anything from slim-fitting jeans to knee-length dresses.

Close-up of person’s legs wearing silver kitten heel ankle boots and jeans while sitting on top of couch

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Think of the fold-over style as being outerwear for your footwear.

Chelsea Boots

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Chelsea bootslook simultaneously tough and refined.

Wear them with loose-fitting jeans and an oversized button-down.

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Either way, theyre graceful and ideal for evening outings.

Wedge boots are a more comfortableand still dressyalternative to heeled boots for cooler evenings.

Lace-Up

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After many decades, lace-up boots still feel tough and referential.

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Close-up of woman dancing while wearing beige leather fold-over boots

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Close-up of woman wearing striped crew socks, brown Blundstone chelsea boots, plaid pleated mini skirt, and brown sweater

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Close-up of person wearing straight leg jeans, leather shearling jacket, and square-toe black Chelsea boots

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Buckled biker boots in off-white, brown, and black leather sitting in a row

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Tan sock boots placed on ledge by window

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Close-up of Aimee Song wearing black wedge leather boots with studs and zippers

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Close-up of woman adjusting black crew socks and wearing cherry red Doc Martens, rings, and purple crochet top

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Close-up of woman wearing cable knit sweater mini dress and oversized thigh-high boots

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Close-up of woman wearing fringe jacket, black Hermes bag, and black Western leather boots with gold toe cap

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