Why Ankle Boots Are A Perennial Fall Essential
No fall wardrobe is complete without a pair of ankle boots – arguably the most versatile shoe there is. Read on to discover the styles to know now
Ankle boots are the epitome of French-girl style – and therefore undeniably chic. Effortlessly cool, with just the right amount of polish, they add an air of insouciance to outfits and slot perfectly into every fall trend, making them a timeless, wear-forever staple no wardrobe should be without.
If you’re looking for a perennial pair, a pointed toe is the way to go. Perfect styled with everything from midi skirts to wide-leg tailoring, they’re a fail-safe in every fashion editor’s wardrobe – and will be in yours, too. Take Gianvito Rossi’s ‘Levy’ pair, for instance, which comes in versatile tan suede. Wear them with faded blue denim and a leather jacket for the coolest take. Elsewhere, Jimmy Choo’s leopard-print ‘Frankie’ boots – a NET-A-PORTER exclusive – have a slightly higher heel and look fierce styled with floaty maxi dresses or drainpipe jeans à la Kate Moss.
GIANVITO ROSSILevy 55 suede ankle boots$1,345.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3536 - low stock36.5 - out of stock3737.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - low stock3939.54040.541 - low stock41.5 - low stock42
JIMMY CHOOFrankie 85 leopard-print pony hair ankle boots$1,525.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.53737.5 - low stock3838.53939.54040.541 - low stock41.5 - low stock42 - low stock
MANOLO BLAHNIKAliera 50 leather ankle boots$771.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size35 - out of stock3636.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - low stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock4141.5 - out of stock42 - low stock43
KHAITENevada leather and leopard-print calf hair ankle boots$1,690.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - low stock36.5 - low stock37 - low stock37.5 - out of stock3838.53939.54040.541 - low stock
If it’s your evening look that needs a boost, consider Saint Laurent’s glossy ‘Ashley’ style the perfect accompaniment to everything from tailoring to lingerie dresses and leather skirts. Similarly, Khaite’s ‘Ona’ boots capture a darkly romantic mood in snake-effect leather and look gorgeous paired with enveloping cashmere coats and slouchy tailoring, as seen on the fall/winter ’25 runway. Meanwhile, Chloé’s beloved ‘Susanna’ boots – originally released in 2008 and set for a major comeback this season – feel a touch more casual, toeing the line between boho and rock’n’roll. From our NET SUSTAIN edit, this pair comes in studded red leather that’s sure to make every outfit pop.
SAINT LAURENTAshley polished-leather ankle boots$1,500.00View Product DetailsSelect a SizeEU 35EU 36 - out of stockEU 36.5 - out of stockEU 37EU 37.5 - out of stockEU 38 - out of stockEU 38.5 - out of stockEU 39 - out of stockEU 39.5EU 40 - out of stockEU 40.5EU 41EU 41.5EU 42 - out of stock
CHLOÉSusanna studded leather ankle boots$1,460.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3637 - low stock37.5 - out of stock3838.5 - out of stock39 - low stock39.5 - out of stock4041
KHAITEOna snake-effect leather ankle boots$888.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock
GUCCIJordaan horsebit-detailed leather ankle boots$1,490.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.537 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.539 - low stock39.54040.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock
For a pair you can comfortably stride around in all day without sacrificing on style, look to brands like Berlin-based Aeyde. From our NET SUSTAIN edit, its ‘Vincent’ boots are crafted in Italy from supple leather in a classic Chelsea silhouette that’ll never date. Alternatively, for something with day-to-night appeal, step out in Paris Texas’ Western-inspired ‘Jane’ boots’ – the chunky block heel promises comfort, while the leg-lengthening pointed toe feels sleek and sophisticated.
AEYDEVincent leather ankle boots$417.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock37 - out of stock38 - out of stock39 - out of stock40 - out of stock41 - out of stock42 - out of stock
PARIS TEXASJane leather ankle boots$895.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size36 - out of stock36.5 - out of stock37 - out of stock37.5 - out of stock38 - out of stock38.539 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock40 - out of stock40.5 - out of stock41 - out of stock41.5 - out of stock42 - out of stock
THE ROWLiisa suede sock boots$1,350.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.537 - out of stock37.53838.5 - out of stock39 - out of stock39.5 - out of stock4041 - out of stock42 - out of stock
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTINKate Max 100 leather ankle boots$1,445.00View Product DetailsSelect a Size3636.5 - out of stock37 - low stock37.5 - out of stock38 - low stock38.5 - low stock39 - low stock39.540 - low stock40.541 - low stock42
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