Everybody’s Wearing Knee-High Boots
From stilettos to flat riders, there’s a knee-high boot for everyone. Here, COLLEEN ROSS reveals the season’s must-have pairs
When it comes to winter-footwear trends, there’s one style in particular that the fashion set relies on for instantly chic results: knee-high boots. A non-negotiable if you want to see the colder months out in style, this season’s cohort comes in many guises, from flat equestrian riders to high block heels.
The perfect underpinning for both mini and midi hemlines, tall, block-heeled boots are the most classic of the bunch and therefore the most versatile. Aquazzura’s ‘Sellier’ boots come in glossy croc-effect leather that’s perfect for adding texture to pared-back separates. Bally’s ‘Enilda’ boots, meanwhile, have a chunkier heel and wingtip perforations usually found on classic brogues. Embrace the equestrian feel by wearing them with jodhpurs, or pair with a pleated midi skirt. If heeled knee-highs make you feel a little too dressed up for everyday wear, there are plenty of flat alternatives to choose from this season. Khaite’s ‘Colt’ pair is inspired by traditional riding boots and was styled with multiple looks on the fall/winter ’25 runway.
AQUAZZURASellier 85 croc-effect leather knee boots$2,290.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.53737.5 - low stock3838.5 - low stock3939.54040.5 - low stock41 - low stock41.542 - low stock
KHAITEColt glossed-leather knee boots$2,244.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3536 - out of stock36.537 - low stock37.5 - low stock3838.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.540 - out of stock41 - out of stock42
BALLYEnilda buckle-embellished perforated leather knee boots$1,350.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.537 - low stock37.538 - low stock38.539 - low stock39.540 - out of stock40.54141.542
GIANVITO ROSSIHansen 85 leather knee boots$1,850.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.537 - out of stock37.53838.5 - low stock3939.54040.54141.542
There’s nothing like slipping on a sharp pair of power boots to lift the spirits on a cold and gloomy winter’s day (as long as it’s not snowing or icy, of course). This season’s stiletto-heeled knee-highs are perfect for adding polish to your cozy winter wardrobe. Paris Texas’s pair is crafted from glossy patent leather and come in a classic black that works in any sartorial situation. Alternatively, if you prefer a matte finish, Staud’s ‘Sebastian’ iteration is the perfect choice.
STAUDSebastian leather knee boots$740.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock3636.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.538 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock3939.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock42 - low stock
PARIS TEXASPatent-leather knee boots$1,425.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3535.5 - out of stock36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - low stock38 - low stock38.5 - low stock39 - low stock39.5 - low stock40 - low stock40.54141.5 - out of stock42 - low stock
SAINT LAURENTJulia buckle-embellished leather knee boots$2,495.00View Product DetailsSelect a SizeEU 34EU 34.5EU 35EU 35.5EU 36 - low stockEU 36.5EU 37 - low stockEU 37.5EU 38 - low stockEU 38.5EU 39 - low stockEU 39.5EU 40 - low stockEU 40.5EU 41EU 41.5EU 42
KHAITEOna leopard-print calf hair knee boots$2,775.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - low stock36.5 - low stock37 - low stock37.5 - low stock3838.53939.5 - low stock40 - low stock40.541
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