11 Awesome Combat Boot Outfits

last updated 14 August 2019

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There are certain staples of certifiably cool style that we've come to know and have quickly taken note of. Whether it's a leather moto jacket thrown over any look, distressed boyfriend jeans that add an effortless touch, or lace-up combat boots, wearing these items seems to increase how objectively cool your look is (and certainly how confident you feel on a given day). Because we’ll never turn down an opportunity to look infinitely cooler (who would?), we focused in on the last of those three—combat boots. The tough lace-up boots aren't just for those with particularly edgy style, anyone can actually pull them off and succeed in adding that effortlessly cool factor into their outfit. With that in mind, we put together some seriously spot-on combat boot outfits to inspire you to style the must-have shoes.

From wearing faded jeans and a statement-making jacket with a pair of combat boots to pairing them with something softer like a miniskirt and pretty handbag, the following street style moments are proving just how powerful the addition of these boots can be in all your looks. After viewing the combat boot outfits we're loving right now, you'll see just how versatile the shoes can really be. Ready to up your style game? Keep reading to see the looks we fully plan on copying at the moment, and while you're at it, shop our favorite lace-up boots because you'll inevitably want to own a pair, too.

Style Recipe: Jean Jacket + White Tee + Coated Jeans

Proenza Schouler

High Top Leather Combat Boots

The white boots trend is still going strong.

Style Recipe: Bomber Jacket + Turtleneck + Cuffed Jeans

Miu Miu

Logo Embellished Leather Combat Boots

Contrasting laces lend a cool sporty feel.

Style Recipe: Chambray Shirt + Cropped Jeans

R13

Combat Stack Boots

Now that's a platform.

Style Recipe: Long Cardigan + Printed Button-Down + Cardigan

Nicole Saldaña

Platform Combat Boots

This patent pair is so fun.

Style Recipe: Beanie + Infinity Scarf + Motorcycle Jacket

Ash

Witch Combat Boots

Edgy and cool.

Style Recipe: Oversize Jean Jacket + Sweater + Crossbody Bag

Frye

Veronica Combat Boots

Frye's boots will last you a lifetime.

Style Recipe: Chunky Choker + Vintage Jean Jacket + Fringe Bag

Urban Outfitters x Dr. Martens

Dr. Martens Jadon Platform 8-Eye Boot

As classic as combat boots can get.

Style Recipe: Simple Sweater + Chain-Strap Bag + Skinny Jeans

Stuart Weitzman

Lexy Leather Combat Boot

The perfect pair to toughen up your jeans outfits.

Style Recipe: Chunky Knit + Pendant Necklace + Black Jeans

Via Spiga

Kinley Leather Combat Boots

These will pretty much go with anything.

Style Recipe: White Tee + Flannel + Black Skinny Jeans

Zara

Micro Studded Leather Biker Ankle Boots

Zara will never steer you wrong.

Style Recipe: Patent Leather Jacket + Knitted Skirt + Mini Bag

Forever 21

Velvet Combat Boots

Say yes to velvet boots.

This story was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated by Anna LaPlaca.

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Nicole Kliest is a freelance writer and editor based in New York City who focuses on fashion, travel, food, wine, and pretty much anything else that's amusing to write about. After graduating from Pepperdine University with a bachelor's in journalism and creative writing, she started her career back in 2010 as Who What Wear's photo editor and throughout the last decade has contributed to publications including Fashionista, Harper's Bazaar, Elle, The Zoe Report, PopSugar, Fodor's Travel, and several others. She also copywrites and has worked with clients such as Frame, Sea, 3x1, Intelligentsia, and others to develop brand voices through storytelling and creative marketing. She's very passionate about the ways we can improve our sustainability efforts in the fashion industry as well as cultivating content that's diverse and inclusive of all people. When she's not checking out the latest restaurant opening in her West Village neighborhood or riding her bicycle along the West Side Highway, she can be found scheming her next trip somewhere around the world. (Up next is Vienna.)