*Not* Suede Boots: The Rich-Looking Boot Trend Fashion People Everywhere Are Wearing With Jeans and Skirts for Fall 2025
Suede boots are an It boot trend every fall, but this year, a fresh style is already becoming the favorite: croc-embossed boots. These shoes are everywhere, worn by every fashion person, especially those in London, Milan, and NYC. For example, during Milan Fashion Week, at the Gucci show, model Lila Moss wore knee-high, heeled croc boots paired with a matching croc miniskirt and a black turtleneck. In London, content creator Rikke Krefting Ulstein styled ankle-length croc-embossed boots with white jeans and a long trench coat. I recently wore a pair in NYC with blue straight-leg jeans and a white tee.
Croc-embossed boots walk the line between bold and classic. They are made from stamped or treated leather that closely resembles crocodile skin and come in simple shapes such as flat ankle boots or kitten-heel knee-highs. IMO, they effortlessly enhance any outfit with their depth, elegant shine, and rich appearance. The best part is that there is a range of pairs from brands like H&M, Madewell, and Toteme, catering to all budgets and styles.
If you're inspired to add a pair to your wardrobe this fall, keep scrolling because we've rounded up the best croc-embossed boots. Plus, discover all the ways fashion insiders are styling theirs.
Get the look: Black turtleneck + leather miniskirt + croc-embossed knee-high boots
Get the look: Long trench coat + white jeans + croc-embossed ankle boots
Get the look: Blue straight-leg jeans + croc-embossed ankle boots
Nikki Chwatt is an associate fashion editor based in New York City. She joined Who What Wear in 2024 after writing fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content for WWD, Well+Good, Editorialist, and more. With a passion for personal style and the creativity that comes with it, one of Chwatt's goals is to help others understand that there is no such thing as a “good” or “bad” style; it’s just about putting an outfit together that makes you feel confident in yourself. When she's not writing, you can find her taking a Pilates class, reading a powerful romance novel, or exploring a new wellness spot in Manhattan.
-
A Rich-Looking Closet Is the Vibe—These 30 Amazon Picks Surprisingly Fit the BillSee the affordable yet chic finds.
-
The Fall Shoe Trend Everyone in Paris Is Wearing With Black Leggings to Runway Shows and Dinners at Chez JanouHint: It's not sneakers or ballet flats.
-
I’m a Senior Shopping Editor—Here’s Everything I Highly Recommend Buying From the Mango SaleGet 30% off just about everything
-
Just a Reminder: *This* Is the Best Pant Style to Wear With Every Type of BootThey're model-off-duty approved.
-
It's Boho Chic on a Budget—29 Gorgeous Free People Sale Finds I'm Absolutely LovingUp to 70% off!
-
Everyone in Paris Just Ditched Ankle Boots for This Boot Style That's Way More ElegantAnd super sleek.
-
*Not* Ankle Boots—the Rich-Looking Shoe Trend That's Quietly Taking Over for Fall 2025Shop the style inside.
-
Black Boots Are Fine, But *This* Fall Shoe Color Trend Looks Rich as HellLily James is a fan.
