The original cowboy boot was constructed in 1870 with a Cuban heel and pointed toe for riding horses, and the style hasn’t evolved much since. The lifted heel and sleek foot box translate to elevated, yet functional footwear, ticking two V important boxes on our winter checklist. Paired with a dress and tights, tucked into jeans or thrown under a warm wool trouser, the ways to wear this boot are endless. Below, five ways to pull off cowboy boots with style. Giddyup!
Wide leg pants and a cardigan
Behold, native Texan and cowboy queen Erin Wasson. Her wide-leg denim creates a flattering silhouette for the sleek black boot underneath without feeling country at all. The key with big shapes is sticking to a neutral color palette. Black and white does the trick.
Pop of color
Your footwear is the focal point when opting for a bright red boot. That doesn’t mean the rest of your outfit needs to be boring. Don’t be afraid to go monochrome while mixing textures and fabrics.
Straight-leg denim and clashing prints
The mix of prints and colors in this outfit makes the cowboy boot feel like the least out-there element. It works well with neutral denim and fuzzy cardigan—despite the unexpected yellow—with keeping silhouettes sleek and basic.
For a night out
Go full-on ’90s with slim-cut snakeskin pants and a pair of matching ankle boots like Lucy Williams. When it comes to accessories there are no rules—beads, feathers, sequins—go for it. Ganni’s croc-embellished version here is the perfect heel height and so comfortable.
Mix n’ match
Again, can’t sing enough praise for the versatility of this boot. Suede, leather, blue jeans and a knit. Treat subdued styles as a neutral winter boot to add laidback polish to any outfit.
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