Jul 11, 2018

These 15 Pretty Dresses Were Meant to Be Worn With Cowboy Boots

by Bianca Nieves

First, we spotted cowboy boots on the S/S 18 runways of Calvin Klein, Margiela, and R13. Then the trend trickled its way down to our Instagram feeds and into street style IRL. We’ve come to the conclusion that cowboy boots can indeed live beyond rodeos, farms, and purely utilitarian purposes. One place we can’t wait to give them a spin? Weddings. And not just ones held in the countryside.

Sure, the pairing might seem odd at first, but the more you think about it, the more it makes sense. These sturdy styles make for an unexpected and fashion-forward choice for a special occasion. Specifically, think midi hemlines that will still show off the right amount of skin, fun slits where your boots can peek through, or silky numbers that’ll contrast your boots in all the right ways.

Whether these dresses are paired with vintage brown, fiery red, all black, or a glossy white faux-croc pair of cowboy boots, the 15 pretty options ahead are a great place to start pushing the styling boundaries, one wedding at a time.

Wrap Dresses to Wear with Cowboy boots to a Wedding

Kitri Rosalie Frill Wrap Dress ($185)

As you can see, a white pair of cowboy boots complements this floral dress perfectly.

Available in sizes 0 to 12.

Off-the-Shoulder Dress to Pair With Cowboy Boots

Wilfred Raison Dress ($135)

Accessorize this off-the-shoulder dress with a pair of tall black cowboy boots.

Available in sizes XXS to L.

Plaid Dresses to Wear With Cowboy Boots to a Wedding

Farrow Sora Dress ~~( $128)~~ $90

The frills on the sleeve and the subtle slit make this plaid dress ideal to style with cowboy boots.

Available in sizes XS to L.

Embroidered Chiffon Minidresses to Wear With Cowboy Boots to a Wedding

Self-Portrait Embroidered Tiered Chiffon Mini Dress ($405)

Play down the sweetness of this minidress with a pair of vintage brown cowboy boots.

Available in sizes 6 to 14.

Leopard-Print Dresses to Wear With Cowboy Boots to a Wedding

ASOS Curve Soft Trapeze Midi Dress ($60)

This cheetah-print dress can either go with red, white, or black cowboy boots and will always look amazing,

Available in sizes 12 to 28.

Jacquard Ruched Slip Dresses to Wear With Cowboy boots to a Wedding

Topshop Star Jacquard Ruched Slip Dress ($80)

The ruched detail is perfect for you to choose how much of the boots you want to be seen.

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Yellow Dresses to Wear With Cowboy boots to a Wedding

Reformation Butterfly Dress ($278)

A length for when you only want to show a little bit of skin.

Available in sizes 0 to 12.

Satin Wrap Dresses to Wear With Cowboy Boots to a Wedding

Nanushka Ezra Satin Wrap Around Dress ~~( $595)~~ $417

You heard it here first: Satin dresses may be cowboy boots’ new best friend.

Available in sizes S to L.

Ruffled Maxi Dresses to Wear With Cowboy Boots to a Wedding

Veronica Beard Cecile Ruffled Floral-Print Silk-Chiffon Maxi Dress ($670)

Cherry red cowboy boots were meant for this dress (and vice versa).

Available in sizes 0 to 12.

Black Wrap Dresses to Wear With Cowboy boots to a Wedding

Whimsy + Arrow Lola Wrap Dress ($168)

A black dress with black boots is always a good idea.

Available in sizes XS to L.

Slip Dresses to Wear With Cowboy Boots to a Wedding

Almina Draped Slip Dress ($109)

We had to include a white dress, just in case you attend a wedding that breaks with tradition.

Available in size S.

Lace Dresses to Wear With Cowboy boots to a Wedding

Zara Contrasting Lace Dress ($50)

The lace detailing at the end will contrast beautifully with your embroidered cowboy boots.

Available in sizes S to L.

Short ink Dresses to Wear With Cowboy Boots to a Wedding

H&M Short Dress ($35)

A short statement dress for tall statement boots.

Available in sizes 0 to 14.

Asymmetrical Satin Dresses to Wear With Cowboy Boots to a Wedding

Mango Asymmetrical Satin Dress ($60)

Switch up the strappy heels for a pair of cowboy boots—you won’t regret it.

Available in sizes 2 to 10.

Striped Dresses to Wear With Cowboy Boots to a Wedding

Ava & Viv Striped Asymmetrical Knit Dress ($30)

Modern silhouettes can also be worn with cowboy boots.

Available in sizes X to 4X.