This Boot Trend Comes Back in Style Every Year

While classic black ankle boots will always have a place in our closets (and our hearts), and their bright-white counterparts continue to rule the trend circuit, you can’t deny that a versatile pair of taupe boots should be a go-to staple in your closet, and the color proves itself again every year. Taupe boots can be worn with nearly anything, and they feel like a refreshing alternative to all your black or white pairs. To illustrate our point, we’ve rounded up a few It girl–approved ensembles that feature all shades of taupe. Give yourself a healthy dose of sartorial inspiration and check them all out below. Then, shop each outfit to wear the boot trend all the way through the winter season.

Style Tip: For a look that makes an impact, opt for a a neutral outfit featuring cream and white hues.

Style Tip: Taupe boots will look amazing with other everyday staples such as a shearling coat and jeans.

Style Tip: Lucky enough for warmer weather during the fall and winter? Try tall taupe boots with a tweed mini or midi dress.

Style Tip: Fur accents in your outfit will effortlessly elevate your taupe boots.

Style Tip: Block heel taupe boots help elevate even the most casual outfits.

Style Tip: Swap out your black booties with a pair of taupe boots for a slightly unexpected look.

Style Tip: Pair your taupe boots with the coat of the season.

Style Tip: Monochrome is always a safe bet.

Style Tip: You can never go wrong with this combination.

Style Tip: Knee-high taupe boots will look amazing with an oversized blazer for those in-between weather days.

Up next, check out the best over-the-knee high boots on the market right now.

This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.