Year in, year out, when the weather is cold you can always guarantee two things–one, leather will always come back into fashion, and two, you will see me in knee high boots. Why? Undeniably, there’s just something about the style of the long boot that instantly elevates any outfit.
For that reason, knee-highs are, hands down, my favourite boot silhouette, and although they’ve never officially been out of style, it seems like classic leather knee-high boots are really having a moment of late.
From celebrities to top-tier influencers, everyone is wearing leather knee-high boots, and I don’t think that’s a coincidence. For one, they’re just so chic. It also helps that brands from both the high-street and designer worlds have invested in knee boots in a big way, meaning there’s a pair to suit you, whatever your budget.
Leather knee-high boots offer so much outfit milage to be tapped—they work best now with jeans or leggings, but they’re also the perfect transitional accessory to take your dresses and skirts all the way from winter into spring and autumn. With this in mind, I’ve curated an edit of the very best leather knee-high boots out there (which I inadvertently assembled whilst I was looking for my own perfect pair, and hint: I found them). Scroll on to see my favourites in full.
The boot of dreams.
If Paris Texas aren’t already on your radar, they are a must for killer knee-highs with plenty of attitude.
Every single Who What Wear editor is crushing on these perfect boots right now.
Everything you could ever want from a glossy knee boot.
Classic and on the more affordable end.
Flat boots are in, which means you can tick off fashion and function with these.
The influencer’s boot of choice this winter.
The perfect neutral pair.
These feel super unique for a high street boot.
A minimalist nod to the western trend.
These are right at the top of my wish list right now…
Western boots are quite literally everywhere, but this monochrome pair are IT.
I’m obsessed with the looser, almost-biker-style of this comfortable pair.
Be still my beating heart, yes these are an investment but you would wear them all year round.
I’m obsessed with the square toe and chunky sole on these.
If you’re looking for a boot with subtle cowboy flair, these commanding boots let people know this isn’t your first rodeo.
These are simply iconic.
These boots look so much more expensive than they are.
If you’re on the hunt for a pair to make a statement in, these should be on your radar.
From Kate Middleton to Mary-Kate Olsen, everyone’s wearing riding boots.
Jimmy Choo’s new season boots have a sculptural wedge style heel and elegant pointed toe.
Another chic offering by Gucci that you can cherish forever.
These look so much more expensive IRL. It’s the cream colour and stack heel combo for me, sold.
Pair with your favourite mini skirt.
Wear these with a cream coat to look rich.
Russell & Bromley has it’s fair share of knee high boots this season, this style is favourite.
A contemporary take on Ralph Lauren’s classic riding boot.
The perfect companion for dresses, jeans or tailored shorts.
Statement boots with a thin, elegant heel.
The cute embroidery on these won me over.
The striking stretch material effortlessly hugs the leg to flattering effect.
I’ve fallen for this pink hue which will look so good with creamy tones.
