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05 Sep These are the Boot Trends to Know for AW22

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It’s back to school time and Autumn is well on her way. Though we may still be enjoying the sweet linger of summery days, for now, the chillier nights are starting to set in and any day now those sandals are going to be redundant until next year. It’s that tricky transitional time and whilst we are busy contemplating how to appropriately clothe ourselves for all the types of weather coming at once, we don’t want to sleep on our autumn/winter essentials. Luckily for you, we have done the digging to get the down low on the AW22 boot trends you need to know, so you don’t have to. Now your feet will be prepared for autumn even if your head is not, and don’t worry there is lots to get excited about. These are the 7 most important boot trends to know for AW22.

Super Stilettos

If you enjoy a Y2k vibe, skinny stiletto knee boots complete with 00s reminiscent hardware, or brash prints and bright colours are for you. But don’t worry this slick silhouette also comes in sleek and timeless options if minimal is more your style. Either way, they are sassy.

Balenciaga Le Cagole boots feature the same grooved rivets and leather fringing as Balenciaga's iconic bag of the same name. This knee-high pair is set on 90mm heels and comes in white calf leather with a trio of decorative buckles on the pointed toes. These come in white and have a Y2k feel.
BALENCIAGA Cagole leather knee-high boots, £1,550

The iconic Cagole knee-high boots are already all over the feet and calves of many an influencer. The white option is particularly deliciously noughties.

Made from snake-effect leather, these boots from Paris Texas have a metallic gold finish. They're set on stiletto heels with pointed toes and have a slouchy silhouette that comes almost to the knee.
PARIS TEXAS Slouchy snake-effect leather boots, £531

These flashy gold Paris Texas leather stiletto boots touch on so many trends. The slouch, the snake effect, the skinny stiletto heel, and the party people metallic gold finish are all hot topics for AW22.

Mango Crocodile effect knee boots with a stiletto heel and pointed toe. They have a tall knee-high leg. They have a 9cm high Square heel.
Mango High Heel Stiletto Boots, £59.99

This affordable option from Mango are sassy and chic all at once.

Cowboy Boots

You cannot avoid the western influence when shopping for boots this autumn/winter. Whilst cowboy boots are never far from the fashion radar, this season they are having a major moment.

Reformation Olive western cowboy boot is a cowboy-inspired, mid-calf boot with authentic western piping details. It comes in black leather with white detailing and a classic cuban heel.
Reformation Olive Western Boots, £558

These gorgeous specimens from Reformation also come in a mini ankle version.

Paris Texas updates cowboy boots for the modern era, without straying far from their classic conventions. The pair is made from calfskin leather, featuring triple-stitch embroidery, pointed toes, and slanted heels. They come in off-white and light grey with wooden heels.
PARIS TEXAS Leather cowboy boots, £675

Keep your cowboy boots chic in cream like these contemporary Paris Texas numbers.

Topshop timeless black western style cowboy boots. They are ankle length with classic western styling, a low Cuban heel, and subtle square toe.
Topshop Ariel premium leather stitched western boot in black, £105.00

How good are these slick Topshop western boots?

Over The Knee

If you have already moved on from ankle to knee boots and now need a new high, over-the-knee boots are a mini skirt’s best friend this season.

Mango Premium fabric 100% bovine leather on-trend over the knee boots. Tall leg over the knee style with pointed toe and wedge heel. Side zip fastening with 10 cm heel.

Mango Over The Knee Boots, £229.99

This looser fit Mango pair nod to the luxe waders trend that was seen at Acne and Chanel, but with a wedge heel and pointed toe twist.

Crafted in Italy, these Courrèges over-the-knee boots are made from glossy off white vinyl and feature zipped sides for easy fit and tonal logos on the square toes.
COURRÈGES Over-the-knee vinyl boots, £740

These look so retro in an off-white vinyl finish. This whole outfit is so good.

Arket AW22 over-the-knee boots made from a stretchy leather with a tight, sock-like fit. A non-zip style with a block heel, 6.5 cm high. Both lining and sole made from leather. All leather used has undergone a chrome-free tanning process.
Arket Stretch Leather Over The Knee Boots, £299

This stretch leather OTK pair from Arket look so expensive.

Extra Embellishments

Extra embellishments in the form of buckles, steel toe details, and rivets and zips add a tough-luxe or punky edge to boots in any form this season.

These snake-effect ankle boots from Peter Do are an edgy addition to your footwear rotation. Made from supple leather, the square-toe style is accented with stainless steel details and rests on chunky lug soles.
PETER DO Snake-effect leather ankle boots, £1,409

Snake effect, tread soles, and metal embellishment, these statement boots from Peter Do are ticking so many trend boxes.

Zara black Cowboy-style ankle boots with a metal piece on the side and elastic side gores. Small Cuban heel and pointed toe.
Zara Western Style Buckle Ankle Boots, £59.99

Metal hardware in the any form is a plus this season and these Zara ankle boots nod to the cowboy boot trend too.

The Cagole ankle boots in black feature the same grooved rivets and leather fringing as Balenciaga's iconic bag of the same name. This pair is set on 90mm heels and comes in black lamb leather with a trio of decorative buckles on the pointed toes
BALENCIAGA Cagole leather ankle boots £1,250

Yes to rivets, zips, and buckles.

Stack Em High

Platforms are going nowhere for AW22 and pumped-up platform boots are the way to get your extra height this autumn/winter.

These ankle boots from Versace are made from soft black leather. Set on platform soles with tall platform heels, they secure with practical side zip fastenings. Platforms are going nowhere for AW22 and pumped-up platform boots is the way to get your extra height this autumn/winter.
VERSACE Intrico leather platform ankle boots, £1,055

Add some serious height in these amazing Versace platform boots.

& Other Stories Leather platform boots with elasticated side panels and an almond-shaped toes. Heel height: 10cm / 3.9" These on-trend platform boots come in a deep burgundy red with black elastic Chelsea boot inserts.
& Other Stories Leather Platform Boots, £165

The deep red colour on these platform boots is so gorgeous

& Other stories black knee high leather boots feature a stacked block heel and a subtle front platform sole nodding to the AW22 trend for platform soles. They also have an on-trend for AW22 squared toe. Tonal zipper closure Heel height: 7cm / 2.8" Front platform: 2cm / 0.8" Shaft height: 37cm / 2.8".
& Other Stories Heeled Knee High Leather Boots, £205

This more subtle iteration from & Other Stories is selling fast so be quick if these 70s feel knee-high boots are your jam.

Silver Shine

Heavy metals are high on the agenda this autumn/winter, particularly silver. These showstoppers are going to bring the party to your every day and evening looks.

Zara Cowboy-style silver metallic knee-high boots. They have an on-trend wedge heel side pull tabs and a pointed toe.
Zara Metallic Wedge Knee High Boots, £79.99

This wedge heel, western-inspired pair from Zara have got it all going on.

From the Pre-Fall '22 collection, Khaite's 'Admiral' ankle boots have been made in Italy from silver crinkled-leather for an unexpected yet versatile style. They're set on sculptural 45mm heels and have rounded toes. Wear yours with anything from denim to patterned dresses.
KHAITE Admiral metallic crinkled-leather ankle boots, £770

These silver ankle boots with sculptural heel from Khaite are an easy way to wear the trend if you only want to add a touch of metallic to your look.

Arket silver leather boots designed with a straight, wider-fitting shaft, a pointy toe and a kitten heel. Both upper and sole are crafted from leather that has undergone a chrome-free tanning process. The lining is made from leather that has undergone a metal free tanning process. Heel height 4.5 cm.
Arket Silver Kitten Heel Knee High Boots, £259

So good.

A New Angle

If you are a classic black boot fan then why not try switching up your game with new irregular-shaped heels and fashion-forward sculptural square toes.

Gia Borghini's Gia 15 boots are made from grained and paneled faux leather with snug shafts that hug the ankles. They have square toes, platform soles and high wedge heels.
GIA BORGHINI Gia 15 faux leather ankle boots, £391

The wedge heel trend continues to build this season and this angled stacked pair is going to give you some serious extra height.

These boots are made from Alter Mat – a signature Stella McCartney fabric that feels like real leather and stretches to fit. They have an over-the-knee silhouette, slanted Cuban heels and cowboy boot detailing.
STELLA MCCARTNEY Over-the-knee boots, £945

These over-the-knee boots with slanted Cuban heels and squared-off toes are so statement.

Topshop black leather ankle boots with a sculptural mid-height block heel and sleek square toe. Zip-side fastening.
Topshop Halo premium leather square toe heeled boot in black, £100.00

This sculptural Topshop pair are an interesting twist on a classic black ankle boot. And so chic.

Next up, see what AW22’s hottest colour trend is all about and where to shop the best pieces….

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