The Boot Edit: These 10 Pairs Are A TEN!

Hutch Ruffle Shoulder Turtleneck from The Fred Shop / Jeans / Boots (similar)
Photo: Julia Dags

See the brown boots in the photo above? They have been part of my life longer than my oldest daughter- I think they were purchased in 2009 at a Bergdorf Goodman shoe sale. My husband spotted them under a pile of assorted footwear, and I have worn said Gucci boots ever since. This is going on 10 years, people! But alas, the time has come to add some new ones into the rotation- as you can see when you look closely, 10 years of wear and tear is starting to show a bit (can you hear me softly crying at my desk while I write this?)…

Here are 10 boots with the potential to be equally (if not more) amazing as go-to staples season after season:

Top Row from L to R:

Silver Western-Inspired Boot: This brand is new on my radar and I am madly in love with all of their stacked heel styles. Sure. the silver is a little crazy- but the cowboy style makes it somehow everyday-appropriate.

Marine Blue Croc Embossed Boot: Perfect for petite frames, these are super comfy thanks to the block heel.

Suede Pull-On Boot: Generously cut around the calfs so your legs look extra slim tucked in to this pair that gets better with age!

Croc Embossed Patent Block Heel Boot: The current front runner for my next pair of perfect boots that will go with literally everything from summer dresses to warm winter wear.

Embossed Croc, Leather and Suede Boot: A boot that will withstand every possible trend for years to come- plus the pointed toe makes these great for polished professional looks yet also perfect for jeans and a sweater days.

Bottom Row from L to R:

Crinkled Cowhide Boot: Classic and elegant without looking old-fashioned or basic at all.

Ivory and Black Embossed Snake Boot: I am seeing this style on all my favorite fashion influencers, and I know why- they go with everything and work on everyone.

Snake Embossed Pull On Boots: Such a great price for a pair of boots that can be worn year-round, and are equally flattering on all leg lengths thanks to the v-cut at the top of the shin.

Round Toe Caramel Boot: Invest in a pair of these buttery soft boots now, and thank me in 10 years. They remind me so much of my Gucci pair that would have been worth every penny even had they not been on sale back in 2009!

Dark Brown Knee Boot: The toe is somewhere between a pointed and rounded style which makes these boots not only super comfy, but also extra easy to dress up or style casual.