Even if you've never been near a horse, there's a good chance you're familiar with riding boots. They're tall [1], elegant, and sophisticated, and this season, they're back. The riding boots of 2021, though, are a bit more modern, and it's worth noting that if you actually plan on getting on a horse, there are other high-performance options to choose from. But if your style inspiration is Bella Hadid in her Vogue 73 Questions video [2], you're in the right place.
Some of these boots have more of a pull-on Chelsea style [3], while others have buckles and even lug soles. They're all a little bit different, but they're all going to give you that crisp, pulled-together look you're after right about now. Keep on reading to shop our 11 favourites.
A Classic Riding Boot: Sam Edelman Fable Tall Boot
This Sam Edelman Fable Tall Boot [5] ($225) looks so sleek and classic. It's the perfect throw-on-and-go boot that will still have you looking polished and pretty.
A Brown Riding Boot: Schutz Goldie Leather Boot
We love the medium-brown colour of this Schutz Goldie Leather Boot [6] ($188). If you're looking for a new tall boot, this may be the one for you.
A Suede Boot: Ulla Johnson Alps Riding Boots
Suede boots just feel luxurious. We love all the little details on these Ulla Johnson Alps Riding Boots [7] ($950).
Easy Riding Boots: Staud Palamino Tall Boot
These cool Staud Palamino Tall Boots [8] ($495) also come in black, but we love the dark-brown hue. Plus, the thick sole makes it more modern.
A Preppy Boot: Tory Burch Riding Boot
These Tory Burch Riding Boots [9] ($528) are gorgeous. We love the buckle at the top.
A Pretty Boot: J.Crew Knee-High Leather Riding Boots
These J.Crew Knee-High Leather Riding Boots [10] ($313, originally $348) are gorgeous. They're not overly complicated, and they look great with everything from a dress to jeans.
A Shorter Riding Boot: Tamara Mellon Easy Rider Mid Calf
These Tamara Mellon Easy Rider Mid Calf [11] ($795) look great with jeans tucked into them or paired with a midi skirt. Plus, they're super comfortable.
An Elegant Boot: Proenza Schouler Pipe Riding Boots
These Proenza Schouler Pipe Riding Boots [12] ($1,395) are so elegant. Paired with a white button-down and tonal pants, it makes for a very elevated look.
A Luxury Boot: Khaite Derby Riding Boot
If you're feeling fancy, there's perhaps no more useful boot than the stunning Khaite Derby Riding Boot [13] ($1,460). It'll be in your closet for years to come.
A Modern Boot: Sam Edelman Larina Tall Boot
Everyone's obsessed with a thick lug-sole boot this season. The Sam Edelman Larina Tall Boot [14] ($250) takes the classic tall boot and makes it more modern.
Links:
[1] https://www.popsugar.co.uk/fashion/Best-Knee-High-Boots-47284323
[2] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HGsjNOOaRXg
[3] https://www.popsugar.co.uk/fashion/best-chelsea-boots-for-women-48507482
[4] https://www.popsugar.co.uk/fashion/best-cowboy-boots-for-women-47247195
[5] https://www.samedelman.com/product/womens-fable-tall-boot-3021978/black-leather-ec0234554?ref=popsugar.com
[6] https://schutz-shoes.com/products/goldie-low-heel-boot-leather?colour=dark%20caramel&ref=popsugar.com
[7] https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=OHlcvPYhHQM&mid=42352&murl=https://www.shopbop.com/alps-riding-boot-ulla-johnson/vp/v=1/1561067597.htm?fm=search-viewall-shopbysize%26os=false%26colorId=12207%26searchClick=true%26searchResultClicked=Alps+Riding+Boots%26ref_=SB_PLP_PDP_NWL_NB_1%26breadcrumb=Internal%2520Search&u1=___psv__p_48573408__t_w__d_d_
[8] https://staud.clothing/products/palamino-tall-boot-mahogany-black?variant=40418992619693&ref=popsugar.com
[9] https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=OHlcvPYhHQM&mid=1237&murl=https://www.nordstrom.com/s/tory-burch-riding-boot-women/5700230?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort%26breadcrumb=Home%252FAll%2520Results%26colour=006&u1=___psv__p_48573408__t_w__d_d_
[10] https://www.jcrew.com/us/p/womens/categories/shoes/boots/knee-high-leather-riding-boots/BA768?color_name=black&N=6H+MEDIUM&sale=true&noPopUp=true&srccode=Paid_Search%7CSmart_Shopping%7CGoogle%7CSS_ACQ_XPROD_SHOESxxxxxxxx_EVG_ROAS_XXX_COUSA_EN_EN_A_CREW_GO_SH_SSC_xxxxxxxxxx,shop_shoes_x_xxx,PRODUCT_GROUP,71700000070515154,58700006214276318,p57821975783&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=Paid_Search&utm_campaign=SS_ACQ_XPROD_SHOESxxxxxxxx_EVG_ROAS_XXX_COUSA_EN_EN_A_CREW_GO_SH_SSC_xxxxxxxxxx,shop_shoes_x_xxx&utm_content=Shopping&NoPopUp=True&gclsrc=aw.ds&gclid=CjwKCAjwzt6LBhBeEiwAbPGOgZTadEQbz4wQ9Sd0fHVngxk0o-Mf47EESYzblHcAQcdRwx4q5lNmxxoCAHAQAvD_BwE&ref=popsugar.com
[11] https://www.tamaramellon.com/products/easy-rider-short?variant=33305587014&utm_source=google&utm_medium=&utm_campaign=13812903552&utm_content=130153760528&gclid=CjwKCAjwzt6LBhBeEiwAbPGOgahBpF2_mh2SsmdMFF_Aitoc4GX_KMEUXjogkDNOSYmnAitM8PoywhoCt_kQAvD_BwE&ref=popsugar.com
[12] https://www.farfetch.com/shopping/women/proenza-schouler-pipe-riding-boots-item-16290429.aspx?fsb=1&size=27&storeid=10632&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_keywordid=119358544&utm_shoppingproductid=16290429-5157&pid=google_search&af_channel=Search&c=2069190620&af_c_id=2069190620&af_siteid=&af_keywords=aud-297012351539:pla-384855391828&af_adset_id=81772948532&af_ad_id=277393252541&af_sub1=119358544&af_sub5=16290429-5157&is_retargeting=true&shopping=yes&gclid=CjwKCAjwzt6LBhBeEiwAbPGOgVdf87leRCE6f2iOvw3m6YCffCbVN3oH6_BQoEbux0XbO3JXZjqEAhoCgf8QAvD_BwE&ref=popsugar.com
[13] https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=OHlcvPYhHQM&mid=1237&murl=https://www.nordstrom.com/s/khaite-derby-riding-boot-women/5892975?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort%26breadcrumb=Home%252FAll%2520Results%26colour=001&u1=___psv__p_48573408__t_w__d_d_
[14] https://www.samedelman.com/product/womens-larina-tall-boot-3021925/black-leather-ec0234550?ref=popsugar.com