From the Alexander McQueen skull scarf to the revival of the Chloé Paddington, there’s never been a better time for an iconic piece from the ‘10s to stage its comeback. However—and rather surprisingly—as a whole, the most prominent styles to make a return aren’t from the 2010s, but rather from the 1710s.
Indeed, from silk scarves tied around the waist and head to the endless billowing lace blouses we're seeing, fashion is currently reliving swashbuckling outfits from the golden age of piracy. The most ubiquitous of these items is the resurgence of slouch boots—a more casual cut of leather adored by both Keira Knightley's Elizabeth Swan in Pirates of the Caribbean and an early-'00s Kate Moss on a stroll through North London.
What Are Slouch Boots?
Slouch boots intentionally gather through the leg, creating a loose and baggy effect. Buccaneer boots (an epithet the best slouch boots will gladly concede) were one of the most prominent shoe trends spotted on the autumn/winter 2025 runways, and thankfully, they didn't look like part of a pirate costume, proving just how versatile this style can be.
Early in the season in New York, Ralph Lauren showed a more literary spin on the drooped boots, teaming them with ruffled collars and tailored bermuda shorts for a silhouette that was more Anthony Bridgerton than Blackbeard.
Elsewhere, in Paris, Zimmermann’s delicate bohemian collection saw gorgeous lace dresses stomp down the runway alongside a pair of brown leather boots with just a touch of sag. The effect was evocative of Elizabeth Bennet, which is especially fitting considering the number of Jane Austen adaptations that have just been announced. (Daisy Edgar-Jones in Sense and Sensibility and Emma Corrin in Pride and Prejudice, amongst others.)
Nicolas Ghesquière, as he always does, took a more futuristic approach at Louis Vuitton, creating a pair of ankle-grazing wedges made of a bouclé-knit fabric that didn’t conform to any specific time period.
Are Slouchy Boots Still In Style in 2025?
And here lies the beauty of slouch boots. Trends may ebb and flow, but there will always be a time when they fall back into favour. You can either buck the cycle and wear them season after season—as we here atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing UK will always recommend doing—or simply store them away and ride out the wave of naysayers calling them dated.
Thankfully, this isn’t a concern when it comes to the best slouch boots of 2025. This year, designers are more attentive to how specific motifs can be as easily "out" as "in", so the slouchiness of these styles is far less obvious than in previous decades. In fact, even the most pared-back dressers are co-signing slouchy boots, entrusting them as a modern (and cool!) boot trend in their own right.
The outfit below, from New York-based content creator and stylist Coco Schiffer, proves that point exactly, with her indigo straight-leg jeans and cropped tailored jacket, both of which you’d find in any discerning minimalist wardrobe.
The sails have been hoisted on this trend, so whether you’re embracing your inner indie sleaze, looking for the next footwear frontier or throwing things all the way back, keep scrolling through for the best slouch boots of 2025.
Shop the Best Slouch Boots
Ever so slouchy and all the way chic.
This entire outfit is just so elevated.
A premium-looking pair that also incorporates the curved-heel trend.
Suede works so well with this silhouette.
These will pair perfectly with a jumper dress.
This glossy crinkle effect is such a high-fashion way of doing slouch boots without being too obvious.
Or, for something quite on the nose, go for this other Khaite pair.
We think Sienna Miller would approve.
Keep it comfy with a flat pair.
No need to shelve those leopard-print boots you bought last season.
These will get slouchier with wear, making them all the more joy-sparking.
Pointed-toe boots will always be chic.
Carrie Bradshaw would wear these.
How to Style Slouch Boots
I hear you: it’s hard to know how to style slouch boots without feeling like you’re attending a Halloween party. (I learned this the hard way after realising mid-way through an industry event that I had unintentionally dressed like Jack Sparrow, and not in an effortlessly chic boho ensemble, as I had originally intended.)
But cast that fear aside. Slouch boots can easily be rotated into any existing boot outfits you've already conjured up. Take the below look, for instance. Yan Yan Chan, a Hong Kong-born, Australia-raised and New York-based model, has simply swapped out a more classic fitted style for something with a bit more room. Even with her distressed leather jacket and multi-patterned maxi skirt, the slouch boots feel in place. It’s this contrast between casual and polished that really helps slouch boots look their best.
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