Best Boots To Invest In
Boot choices are endless, and let’s be honest, totally overwhelming.
They’re a big investment, not just in cost but in wardrobe space too. These aren’t shoes you tuck away quietly... they take up serious real estate.
So when you’re choosing a pair, you want to get it right the first time, something timeless that won’t just look good now, but work hard for you season after season.
Here are some golden tips to help you choose boots that earn their keepin your wardrobe.
Step One: Understand the difference between a slouch boot and a slim boot. This is where it all starts.
A slouch boot has softness or folds through the shaft, sometimes just at the ankle, sometimes all the way down the front or around the entire boot.
It might even have extras like tassels, embroidery, or hardware details that add volume.
All of that detail makes your foot and lower leg appear bulkier and almost double the size.
That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but it does mean you’ll need to balance that bulk with wider, looser clothing around the leg.
Think: straight or relaxed pants, flowy skirts, or dresses that fall away from the body.
On the other hand, a slim boot, one that fits closer to the foot and ankle with clean lines and minimal detail, is far more versatile.
It works with slim pants, skirts, and even under wider hems without creating visual bulk.
It’s a style chameleon, which means it’ll quietly go the distance in your wardrobe.
Step Two: Before you fall in love with a pair of boots, take stock of what you actually wear in the cooler months.
What kind of jeans, pants, skirts or dresses do you actually reach for when the weather cools down?
Are your jeans more relaxed, loose-fitting, or wider-leg with a chunky cuff?
Do you wear A-line or full skirts that fall below the knee?
Are your go-to dresses floaty and voluminous, or are they more straight and structured?
These details matter, because your boot needs to complement your clothing silhouette, not compete with it.
The goal: Create balance.
Choose a boot shape that works with the lines of your clothing, not against them.
Step Three: Consider the ankle opening.
This is the part most women overlook but it makes all the difference when you’re styling your boots with ease.
Take a good look at the shape and width of the ankle opening on any boot you're considering.
A wide, loose ankle can clash with slimmer bottoms or make your leg line look cut off, especially if you’re wearing a slim skirt or straight-leg jeans that don’t sit flush with the boot.
On the flip side, a neat, tapered ankle creates a smoother line with almost any bottom, whether you’re letting them fall over, or pairing with skirts and tights.
It’s that clean finish that makes everything look more pulled together.
Pro tip: Try your boots on with a few of your go-to winter bottoms beforeyou commit, oh, and warm medium tan will be the most versatile colour.
The Bottom Line:
Boots aren’t just a style statement, they’re a space and budget commitment. So choose wisely.
If they don’t work with what you already wear, they’re not going to get much airtime, no matter how pretty they look on the shelf.
✔️ Know your shapes (slouch vs slim)
✔️ Match them to the bottoms you actually wear
✔️ Check that ankle opening for outfit flexibility
Get those three right, and you’ll find a pair that works hard, looks good, and lasts for years, not just a season.
That’s how you get versatility, longevity, and that effortless feel when you throw an outfit together.
