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Fall Boots & Booties for Women: Chelsea, Ankle, Knee-High & Waterproof Picks
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items Skip the endless scroll: a good boot wardrobe needs only one Chelsea, one ankle bootie, one tall pair and one that handles rain. These are the Madewell, Free People, Anthropologie, Abercrombie and Nordstrom styles worth the money this fall, from choc...
If I could only buy one pair of boots this fall, it would be this chocolate-brown suede Chelsea. The snipped toe and pull tab make it easy to slide on while I am hunting for my keys, and the Cloudlift padding means it survives a full day of errands w...
Madewell The Lachlan Chelsea Boot
Puddles and wet leaves are no match for these, and the deep green looks so much more fall than black rubber. I wear mine on soggy dog-walk mornings with leggings tucked in, and size up if you plan on thick socks. They are heavy-duty and genuinely las...
Hunter Women's Original Tall Rain Boots in Hunter Green
A sleek knee-high boot is the piece that makes plain jeans and a sweater look like an outfit. This one has a side zip so it goes on in seconds, a round toe that is comfortable, and a stacked heel low enough for standing at a school pickup line. Price...
Madewell The Archival Knee-High Boot
Western boots are everywhere right now, and this laser-cut taupe pair is the budget-friendly way to try the trend without spending a few hundred dollars. The vegan suede is soft, the stacked heel is walkable, and the cutwork looks great peeking out u...
Abercrombie Western Cutwork Boots
Suede that does not panic when it rains is a rare thing, which is why this waterproof bootie earns a spot in my closet. It is my go-to when the forecast is unpredictable and I still want something dressier than sneakers, and it pairs with cropped jea...
Blondo Valli Waterproof Suede Bootie
For true cold, slush and icy sidewalks, this is the boot I point everyone toward. Gore-Tex keeps your feet dry, the Vibram lugs grip like crazy, and the wool-blend lining stays warm even while you stand around at the dog park in January. It is a splu...
UGG Adirondack XXV Waterproof Snow Boot
These are the statement boots for a night when you want to feel a little dramatic. The slouchy foldover shaft is soft suede, the block heel is steady enough to walk in, and the buckle accent keeps it from feeling too precious. Wear them with a mini o...
Free People Felicity Foldover Boots
Of all my ankle boots, this block heel is the one I reach for on workdays and weekends alike. It has a back zip, a tapered square toe that flatters, and a heel just tall enough to feel put-together without hurting by the afternoon. The coffee brown g...
Madewell The Lexie Ankle Boot in Leather
A Chelsea with a lug sole is my pick when the sidewalk is wet and I do not want to look like I am headed for a hike. SOREL builds these waterproof, so puddles do not matter, and the elastic gores make them as easy as slip-ons for quick trips out with...
SOREL Revel Road Waterproof Chelsea Boot
Frye boots are the heirloom of the boot world, the kind you resole instead of replace. This tall saddle-brown pair has the classic harness ring look, and it only gets better as the leather softens. Tuck your jeans into them with a chunky sweater and ...
Frye Campus 14L Tall Boots
If matte rubber feels too casual, the gloss version dresses up fast and wipes clean in a second after muddy walks. The same adjustable buckle and cushioned footbed as the classic, but the shine makes them feel like real fashion boots instead of just ...
Hunter Women's Original Tall Gloss Rain Boots in Black
Blundstones are the comfort boot people swear by, and I get why: no break-in period, a cushioned footbed, and two pull tabs that make them quick to get on. They handle damp grass and light rain, and look great with cropped trousers or a dress and tig...
Blundstone Original Water Resistant Chelsea Boot
For a cowboy boot that feels polished instead of costume-y, the Rue is a favorite. The embroidery is subtle, the heel is stable, and it goes with a denim midi skirt or straight jeans for fall fairs and pumpkin patches. A good place to start if you wa...
Sam Edelman Rue Western Boots
A softer, lower-key bootie than the heeled styles, and it is the one I reach for when I know I will be on my feet all day. The suede is lovely, the shape is sleek enough to wear under wide-leg pants, and it works with a skirt and tights too. A solid ...
Madewell The Idris Ankle Boot in Suede
Black knee-high boots are a classic that never goes out of style, and this one has a clean shape that works under dresses and over skinny jeans alike. If you only own brown boots, a good black pair like this fills the gap, and it looks sharp for holi...
Madewell The Calli Knee-High Boot
This one is for days when you want the coziest possible boot. The moccasin shape is soft and flexible, so it feels closer to a slipper than a boot, and it adds an easy bohemian touch to leggings and an oversized flannel. I like it for relaxed weekend...
Minnetonka x Madewell Baashkinjibigwan Boot
Fall trails and muddy dog-park paths call for something that can take a beating, and this Gore-Tex hiking boot does exactly that. It is warm without being bulky, supportive for uneven ground, and honestly cute enough to wear to a pumpkin farm with je...
UGG Adirondack Meridian Waterproof Hiking Boot
Lace-up booties have a vintage feel that I love in autumn, and this leather pair is hand-finished and gets better with wear. Wear them with a corduroy skirt or high-waisted jeans for a weekend look that is polished without trying too hard. Great if y...
Bed Stu Bia Lace-Up Bootie
The famous yellow stitching and chunky sole, plus a faux fur lining, make this the warmest Chelsea on the list. After the first week of breaking them in, they are comfy for long days, and they pair well with tights and a sweater dress when the temper...
Dr. Martens 2976 Lenore Faux Fur-Lined Chelsea Boots
A fitted tall boot for people who love a slim silhouette, and Sam Edelman has a reputation for good fit through the calf. I think this is the pair to wear with a leather skirt or a knit dress, then keep for years of fall and winter outfits.
Sam Edelman Sylvia Boots
A moto-meets-heritage boot with the signature harness strap, and it holds up to anything from daily commuting to gravel dog-park paths. It is an investment, but once the leather softens it molds to your foot, and I find mine looks better every year.
Frye Harness 12R Boots