Some call it “back to school” season, but around here, it’s more like “back to boot” season. We love sniffing out the hottest seasonal trends and this year, we discovered that Nine West has all the top styles (think: moto, thigh-highs and cowboy lite) for under $200. So without further ado, here are our favorites. Good luck picking just one.
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Boot Season Is the Best Season and This Brand Has Our Favorite Styles for Under $200
From moto to “cowboy lite”
Best Boots Under $200 at a Glance
Best Knee-High Western Boots
Cowboy-adjacent (or as we like to call it “cowboy lite”), these boots are trendy but not overly so. In fact, we’d even go as far as to say that they’re a wardrobe staple. With features like a block heel (comfort!) and pointed toe (to make your legs look miles long), this boot will see a lot of mileage come fall.
Best Western Booties
In a similar vein, these ruched shorties are a great style if you’re looking for a cowboy boot with an on-trend silhouette. Available in brown, black and a denim that brings us back to the early aughts (in the best way).
Best Knee-High Moto Boots
Moto boots are back, thanks to the current ’90s revival. But expect to see more fashion-forward motorcycle boots adorned with buckles and studs, and often with taller shafts for a more attention-grabbing look, like this pair.
Best Over-the-Knee Moto Boots
4. Nans Lug Sole Over The Knee Boots
Remember in the early 2010s when every single model owned (and wore to pieces) a pair of suede thigh-high boots? Well, those sky-high styles are back, but this time they have a distinctly edgier vibe.
Best Tall Boots
5. Hecee Block Heel Tailored Boots
The return of the tailored boot style is definitely tied to the quiet luxury trend. Featuring low heels and sleek leather or suede uppers, it’s a boot you’ll likely keep forever (so long as it visits the cobbler once a year). When styling it, we prefer to offset any preppy vibes with a hip-hugging ribbed sweater dress, a Mod black mini skirt or a boho nap dress, rather than plaid skirts or riding pants. And whatever you do, avoid leggings or skinny jeans with blazers unless you want to look like you’re lost in the early 2000s.
Best Stiletto Booties
Two major shoe trends for fall 2023 are skinny heels and pointed toes, so why not sport both with this timeless boot silhouette? Simplicity is key here, so opt for a simple single-color boot without much adornment.
Best Foldover Bootie
7. Francis Block Heel Cuff Boots
This funky high-fashion silhouette is a great way to shake up a more classic look without going too outside the norm. Foldover boots have the look of extra material folded over the shaft to create a slight slouch just below the ankle. To avoid looking too bottom heavy, we suggest wearing these with mini lengths or flowy midi skirts rather than jeans or other pant styles.
Most Colorful Heel
Sometimes you want to have a little fun and these booties are just that. Available in six colors from hot pink and moody blue to this wine-soaked red, they’re guaranteed to garner compliments.
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