Every year, my feet require the gentlest of reintroductions to fall footwear. Since my little baby-soft summer toes and heels take a minute to adjust from wearing anything other than sandals and sneakers, my MO is always to get my hands on any fun new boots well ahead of any actual weather that requires them. And since I need ample time to wear any new fall boots around our apartment before debuting them outdoors, September is prime time for me to start shopping.
Firstly, I’m looking to secure an on-trend suede style ASAP, for maximum wear-time before things get rainy out there. Burgundies and browns feel very fall 2024, and you know I’m always in the market for a classic black leather boot. As a well-documented flat-shoe girly, flat boots are always top of mind, with kitten-heeled styles as my go-to for something a bit fancier—and if a high heel is what floats your boat, I’ve found plenty that would look great with everything from dresses to jeans. From more affordable styles from Mango and Zara to investment-worthy options from Toteme and Khaite, here are 36 of the best pairs of boots you can buy this fall.
Flat Boots
Loeffler Randall
Danny Black Mid Lug Boot
When the aim of the game is to keep your boots tucked up inside your jeans versus catching the hems.
Massimo Dutti
Riding-Style Boots With Detachable Embellishment
Removable hardware means two looks in one.
Asos Design
Antigua Suede Chelsea Sock Boots in Brown
Not everyone’s over lug soles, and that’s okay.
Kitten-Heel Boots
Madewell
The Dimes Kitten-Heel Knee Boot
Another perfect olive hue in case you’re looking for something under $300.
J.Crew
New Stevie Knee-High Pull-On Boots in Suede
J.Crew’s footwear keeps getting better and better.
Michael Michael Kors
Cosmo 40MM Crocodile-Embossed Leather Booties
Brown mock croc always brings a little something extra.