Sandal weather may still be upon us, but it’s time to start shopping for fall boots. New arrivals from designers like Miu Miu, Toteme, and Isabel Marant pair just as well with sundresses as they do with cashmere knits—making them a go-to for effortless transitional dressing.
Across the fall/winter 2025 runways, the prevalence of suede finishes, brown colorways, and moto silhouettes confirmed the new-age boho aesthetic is here to stay. Dark red hues, animal prints, and grungy, utilitarian styles—think block-heeled knee-highs and retro harness boots—offered a touch of rebellious appeal. For those seeking something sleeker, leather thigh-highs commanded attention, while loafer-boot hybrids stole the spotlight as a breakout look.
Ahead, explore these and more top fall 2025 boot trends set to dominate the season.
Dark Red
Etro fall/winter 2025
After reigning supreme last autumn, dark red hues will continue to be a key color trend for fall 2025. Labels like Hermès, Saint Laurent, Etro, and Max Mara positioned burgundy and cherry tones as fresh neutrals on a range of boot styles.
Reformation Gaelle Knee Boot
Donald Pliner Dazha Bootie
Dr. Martens Maybole Chelsea Boot
Utilitarian Knee-High Boots
Burberry fall/winter 2025
Ralph Lauren fall/winter 2025
Many designers revisited classic knee-high boots this season. Wide-shafted, equestrian-inspired silhouettes debuted in suede at Miu Miu and in leather at Burberry, Coperni, and Ralph Lauren. Practical and comfortable, the utilitarian shoes at Sézane and Frye lend a nice contrast to boho dresses and slouchy knits.
Sézane Bridget Knee Boots
Reformation Frances Knee High Boot
Leather and Suede Sock Boots
Toteme fall/winter 2025
Givenchy fall/winter 2025
As pant legs have widened, boot shafts have grown slimmer. At Toteme, Nina Ricci, and Jil Sander, knee-high and thigh-high sock boots offered new ways to style lacy slip dresses and sheer skirts. Meanwhile, ankle style boots help ground this season’s exaggerated barrel-leg jeans and baggy trousers.
Proenza Schouler Trap Over-the-Knee Boots
Studio Amelia Maverick Ankle Boots
Prada Stretch Leather Knee High Boot
The Row Liisa Kitten Bootie
Slouchy Silhouettes
Balmain fall/winter 2025
Rick Owens fall/winter 2025
At the other end of the spectrum are this season’s slouchy boots. Isabel Marant, Balmain, Louis Vuitton, and JW Anderson each put their spin on the look, channeling boho suede boots and other slouchy styles popular in the mid-2000s.
Anonymous Copenhagen Jasmina 50 Stiletto
Zara Split Leather Kitten Heel Boot
JW Anderson Biker Foldover Shaft Bootie
Alexandre Birman Tati Slouch Bootie
Studded and Buckled
Dolce & Gabbana fall/winter 2025
Alexander McQueen fall/winter 2025
Whether you call them boho grunge or indie sleaze, moto boots are even edgier this season. Buckles, studs, grommets, harnesses, and chains brought a rugged twist to iconic silhouettes at Alexander McQueen, Dolce & Gabbana, and Isabel Marant.
Freda Salvador Aeri Harness Boots
Isabel Marant Stania Boots
Snakeskin
Khaite fall/winter 2025
Tod’s fall/winter 2025
For a fresh take on monochrome dressing, brands like Khaite, Zimmermann, Marni, and Tod’s paired sleek snakeskin boots with head-to-toe brown and gray separates. Completing the animal-print footwear revival were leopard and zebra styles at Fendi and Duran Lantink.
Sam Edelman Sylvia 2 Boot
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Stuart Weitzman Babette Tubo 85 Boots
Croc Textures
Patou fall/winter 2025
Luar fall/winter 2025
You’ll also notice plenty of crocodile textures in designers’ fall boot collections. Reptilian embossing added textural interest to Chelsea boots at Toteme, knee-high styles at Patou and Luar, and over-the-knee boots at Ulla Johnson. Subtle yet distinctive, they’re enduring staples with personality.
Toteme Croco-Embossed Mid-Heel Boot
Black Suede Studio Harlow 50 Bootie
Larroudé Kate Boot
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Whistles Darla Croc Boots
Boot Hybrids
Prada fall/winter 2025
Christian Dior fall/winter 2025
On the heels of ballet sneakers, boots are now getting the mashup treatment. At Christian Dior, Maria Grazia Chiuri debuted knee-high boots fused with ballet flats and pumps, while Prada and Gucci added moc-toes and other loafer-inspired details to minimalist leather boots. Expect more labels to unveil their own hybrids as the trend gains momentum.
Open YY Thigh-High Ballet Boots
