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13 Square Toe Boots to Lust After Right Now
I went down a rabbit hole to find the most stylish pairs.
It all started a few weeks ago with a trip to Acne Studios’s Greene Street storefront in New York City. Since then, I’ve been able to think of nothing but square toe boots. Suddenly, they seem to be in every browser pop-up, every public bus advertisement, and on the feet of everyone I encounter. The only solution I can think of is to give in and treat myself to a pair.
Naturally, I went down a rabbit hole, scouring the internet for a variety of options to add to my new and improved fall wardrobe. Boots are something I’m willing to splurge on; I stick to quality over quantity with my footwear. What I want is a shoe that will last longer and look luxe enough to elevate even my simplest seasonal layers. After careful evaluation of the market, I feel obligated to dish on not only the exact pair that started this whole journey, but all the other best square toe boots I found along the way. Scroll on for my top picks.
Feast your eyes on the boot in question—a.k.a. the impetus for my square toe spiral. I love a moto boot paired with something unexpected, like a skirt suit. Or, just wear a white tee and jeans, and let the shoes speak for themselves.
Sizes: 35-41
Colors: Black, Greige
Material: Leather, rubber
COS is a go-to for elevated staples, which is precisely what I’d call this Chelsea boot. Wear these over and over again unapologetically this season.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: Black
Material: Leather, rubber
Loewe Toy Ankle Bootie
It’s Jonathan Anderson’s world, and we’re just living in it. I’m always blown away by the brilliant and imaginative creations that come from Loewe, like these boots.
Sizes: 35-41
Colors: Burgundy, Black
Material: Nappa leather
My most stylish coworker recommended these to me. I’ve been eyeing them from my desk and was pleased to find they fit within my monthly budget.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: Black, Dark Brown, Saddle Brown, Almond
Material: Nappa leather
I require height from a fall boot, so these are more of a necessity than a want.
Sizes: 35-41
Colors: Fondant
Material: Calfskin, rubber
These just scream fall, no? A riding boot is all the rage this season, or so I’ve heard from senior fashion commerce editor Dale Arden Chong.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: Whiskey, Distressed Brown, Black
Material: Vachetta
Tabi lovers, step forward.
Sizes: 6-9
Colors: Black
Material: Leather
I recently took these western boots for their first trip around Manhattan... no complaints from me but plenty of compliments.
Sizes: 36-42
Colors: Black, Moka
Material: Leather
Prada Leather Boots
Meg Donohue, associate fashion commerce editor, says she’s “yearning” for these. Flat boots do have a unique appeal, and you can’t argue that.
Sizes: 34-41.5
Colors: Black
Material: Leather, rubber
The on-trend brown hue and wooden block heel are the perfect fall pairing.
Sizes: 35-41
Colors: Coffee Brown, Cream, Alli Brown, Black
Material: Sustainable leather
Here’s a brand that I could rave about for hours on end, and my coworkers can confirm. St. Agni delivers quality, timelessness, wearability, and just a damn good boot.
Sizes: 4-11
Colors: Chocolate
Material: Leather
I swore off the SSENSE sale many moons ago for the sake of my wallet, but can you blame me for going back upon finding these? If you’re in need of “going out” shoes, these are for you.
Sizes: IT 35-41
Colors: Black
Material: Leather, rubber
No doubt, Sézane is having a moment in the spotlight right now, and I’m here to confirm that all the chatter is valid. These glossy boots provide a much-needed alternative to your black footwear.
Sizes: 5-11
Colors: 6 options
Material: Patent leather, rubber
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