5 booties you must buy this very minute
It’s the year of the bootie. (Ahem, sorry, we’re not talking about Kim Kardashian and her break-the-Internet stunt). No, we’re giving our sole (pun intended) attention to short ankle boots that are proving to be the most popular shoe style of the season. From edgy to sophisticated to comfy, here are five boots that have earned our must-buy vote. You’ll want to snap these up stat for your most stylish winter ever.
MVP (Most Versatile Player)
Provided by Shoebuy.com
Your shoe rack needs a bootie that can be easily paired with just about anything in your wardrobe. This style can easily play that role: A sleek black bootie with a low heel and gold zipper make it a chic complement to any outfit—from a dress and leather jacket combo to turning your usual jeans and T-shirt into a post-worthy #OOTD photo. (The built-in comfort system will keep your dogs from barking, too). Naturalizer Tipley bootie, $118.95, shoebuy.com
Most likely to succeed (at your commute)
Provided by Nordstrom
If you’ll be dashing through the snow (and the sleet, and the rain), brave the elements in major style with this round-toe Chelsea bootie that lends a cool-girl, moto-inspired upgrade. Plus, the plastic-gore insets at the sides make for a practical and comfy fit. Dare we say rain, rain come our way? Dav Glasgow weatherproof Chelsea rain bootie, $74.95, Nordstrom.com
Most artistic
Provided by Nordstrom
We love a good Boho-inspired bootie to offer a kicked-back vibe to any outfit. This style comes with pushpin-studded belts and a stacked heel for a casual look that can weather all seasons. Try these boots with a comfy knit, jeans and scarf in the winter and remix them with a flowy dress come spring. BP. Train wrapped belted bootie, $99.95, Nordstrom.com
Most likely to play hookie to hit the slopes
Provided by Forever 21
These booties channel an apres ski vibe (even if you’re a city dweller with an affinity for comfy plaid button-ups and knit beanies). Keep your tootsies toasty this winter in faux leather booties decked out with a faux fur upper. Buckled booties, $37.90, forever21.com
Best legs
Provided by DSW
Elongate your legs with a height boost from booties that can easily transition from the office to happy hour. A little edgy, but definitely sophisticated, the ivory, heeled boot is accentuated with gold studded metal straps. Bandolino Meredith bootie, $59.95, DSW.com
