We know, we know. There’s a whole world of shoe trends available to try right now. There are Western cowboy boots, over-the-knee silhouettes, bright colors, and white pairs that channel ’60s mod, but nothing is as valuable to your wardrobe as an old faithful that never steers you wrong. For us, that’s black ankle boots. Predictable? Sure. Wrong? Absolutely not.
The reason black ankle boots are (almost) never a bad choice is that they have versatility. They’re not the statement piece of the outfit; they’re the best-supporting star—the reason any look can come together effortlessly. To drive the point home, allow us to present you with 16 examples of what we mean.
The below is just a sampling of chic outfit ideas that feature black ankle boots. They’re cool, uncomplicated, and ready for copying as soon as possible.
Style Tip: One of the top boot trends of this season is lace-up boots, and we can’t get over them.
Style Tip: A chunky lug sole will add a little edge to a bright and playful dress.
Style Tip: Anna Wintour wears her black ankle boots with jewel tones and animal print. Think about that.
Style Tip: No need to choose between slim-leg jeans or a more relaxed fit. Block-heel booties work all the same.
Style Tip: Welcome sheer tights back into your wardrobe this season.
Style Tip: Update your straight-leg jeans with a fun, colorful coat and graphic sweater like our senior news editor, Erin Fitzpatrick, does in this photo.
Style Tip: Love neon? Your black ankle boots will complement, not compete.
Style Tip: The same can be said for voluminous dress silhouettes.
Style Tip: A midi skirt is the perfect way to show off your ankle boots.
Style Tip: Combat booties balance a feminine and romantic maxi skirt.
Style Tip: Simple black ankle boots will pull even the most casual of ensembles together.
Style Tip: For an of-the-moment look, style rubber lug-sole boots with a cute pair of socks.
Style Tip: Loose, gray jeans will feel ultra-cool with black Western-style boots.
Style Tip: Fall dresses feel decidedly cooler with super-chunky lug-sole ankle boots.
Style Tip: Lace-up booties and midi skirts are one of our favorite current combinations.
Shop Our Favorite Black Ankle Boots
Size Range: 4–11
Material: Polyurethane
Heel Height: Low heel
Size Range: 5–11
Material: Leather
Heel Height: 35mm
Size Range: 5–11
Material: Cowhide leather
Heel Height: 15mm
Size Range: 5–12
Material: Cowhide leather
Size Range: 35–42
Material: Cowhide suede
Heel Height: 45mm
Size Range: 6–10
Material: Cow leather
Heel Height: 1.5 inches
Size Range: 4–11
Material: Polyurethane
Heel Height: High heel
Size Range: 6–11
Material: Leather
Heel Height: 2.75 inches
Size Range: 5–11
Material: Leather
Heel Height: 2 1/2 inches
Size Range: 5–11
Material: Leather
Size Range: 6–12
Heel Height: 2 inches
Size Range: 5–12
Material: Leather
Heel Height: 3.25 inches
Size Range: 5–10
Material: 100% bovine leather
Heel Height: 2.17 inches
Size Range: 35–42
Material: Cowhide suede
Heel Height: Low heel
Size Range: 35–41
Material: Suede
Heel Height: 2.25 inches
Size Range: 5-8
Material: Leather
Heel Height: 1.4 inches
This post was originally published at an earlier date and has been updated.
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