I've Worked It Out—This Expensive-Looking Boot Style Always Features in Chic Winter Outfits
With winter moving into sight, I've been honing in on my search for the perfect winter boots to see me through the next few chilly months. Having explored ankle boots, knee-high boots, cowboy boots and more, I noticed that every pair I liked had a very specific quality in common.
Transcending heel height or silhouette, every single boot I found myself falling for featured a sleek pointed toe. Apparently, I'm not the only one drawn to the sophisticated quality of a sharp pointed-toe boot. In fact, it's one of the few boot trends I actually see fashion people reach for year after year.
Whilst there's merit to a chunky, rounded-toe boot, I find that a neatly pointed style is infinitely more elegant. With a streamlined cut, the shoe is narrow and poised, making it far easier to style with a formal outfit. Wearing well with maxi and midi dresses, these boots also style excellently with baggy or straight-leg jeans to add a polished element and (literally) sharpen up your look.
An enduring staple that will withstand fickle trends, pointed-toe boots are the winter wardrobe addition you're guaranteed to get your money's worth from. As they're such a staple buy, brands have had plenty of time to perfect their offerings. Spanning high-street and designer stores, the sleek boot is available at a range of price points and in different cuts, colours and heel heights. And whilst I've settled on a simple black, knee-high pair from Arket, I've also found some elegant options that will look just as good under jeans or trousers.
Sleek, sophisticated and warm enough to see you through a winter's worth of wear, this is the one boot style I'm recommending to all of my friends this season. Already dominating my Instagram feed, it seems to be a hit with all generations, too—and there aren't many fashion items you can say that about.
Read on to discover our edit of the best pointed-toe boots to shop right now.
SHOP OUR EDIT OF THE BEST POINTED-TOE BOOTS:
The burgundy colour trend is taking over this season.
Fashion people are shopping cow print right now.
The stiletto heel makes these perfect for evening wear.
The kitten-heel boots trend is going to be one of the biggest of the season.
The stacked Cuban heel adds a sturdy finish to the sleek black shoe.
A classic pair of black boots is a wardrobe staple you'll keep coming back to.
Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer. Having worked in the fashion industry since her time at university—where she obtained a BA in Journalism from University of the Arts London, Natalie's experience spans journalistic and styling roles. In the early stages of her career Natalie predominately worked on editorial shoots for fashion publications such as British Vogue, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK, before moving into journalism roles.
On completion of her degree she interned in the editorial team at British Vogue and later went on to freelance for the publication. Here, she developed her interest in reporting on the latest fashion news and trends. Inspired by the dynamic nature of the industry, Natalie went on to write for other lifestyle and fashion brands and publications before taking on the role as News Writer for Who What Wear.
With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Focusing on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion, Natalie reports on a daily basis, ensuring that she remains ahead of the trends. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.
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