Wondering What Boots to Wear With Skirts? We've Decoded 9 Specific Styles That Work Best

Any trouser-phobe will tell you that skirts aren't only for summer; they open up a world of styling opportunities come winter, too. All you need are the perfect boots to pair with them.

This season, however, it seems there are more boot options to choose from than ever before—pointed-toe, patent, biker, Western, to name but a few—which in turn makes deciphering which styles look best with which outfits all the more difficult. So shifting our focus back to the aforementioned skirt, we decided to uncover the best boots to wear with skirts, with a little help from some of our fashion friends.

Keep scrolling to see nine flawless boot-and-skirt pairings. Then, proceed to shop everything you need to re-create the look for yourself.

See the Best Boots to Wear With Skirts This Winter, According to a Fashion Editor:

1. Pointed-Toe

Style Notes: Sleek, sexy and undeniably cool, pointed-toe boots are back with a vengeance. While you can lean into their sensuality by styling knee-high styles with mini skirts or slinky dresses, you can also follow Sylvie's example and use them to elevate an otherwise casual skirt, like a denim version.

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2. Suede

Style Notes: Sure, suede boots may not be the most practical style for British autumn and winter—but that's what suede protector spray is for! These styles are certainly super elevated, and look so chic when paired with knitted skirts.

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3. Western

Style Notes: Yes, the cowboy boot is back. Avoid looking like you're going for a costume by investing in ultra-chic versions with subtle Western details, whether that's Southern-style embroidery or a cool buckle detail.

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4. Biker

Style Notes: Subtly different to the current Western style, Biker boots are a little more robust, chunky and lean heavily into the metalwork. Use these to toughen up a more delicate skirt like a mini black skirt or a silky slip.

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5. Patent

Style Notes: My Instagram scrolling has taught me that the best winter looks are all about mixing textures, and Anouk's outfit is a perfect example of this in action. Patent boots come in really handy for this, complementing suedes, knitted textures and wool brilliantly.

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6. Pop of Colour

Style Notes: If, like me, your winter wardrobe mainly consists of dark tones, boots are a great way to inject a jolt of colour. This season, burgundy boots are the way to go.

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7. Square-Toe

Style Notes: Pointed-toe may be dominating the boot conversation, but square-toe styles are still holding their own. Personally, I love how they act a slightly tougher edge to skirt-based outfits.

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8. Lug-Sole

Style Notes: Ever since The Row dropped their lug-sole ankle boots, the trend has really taken off. Thankfully, now there are plenty of other options to choose from, too.

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9. Animal-Print Boots

Style Notes: Whether it be leopard, snakeskin or croc, animal-print has seen a major boost in popularity amongst the fashion set. The easiest way to incorporate this bold trend into you winter outfits? Opt for a boot of course!

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