Akin to blue jeans and tailored blazers, ankle boots rank considerably high on the list of wardrobe staples we'll never, ever stop wearing. They come in well-crafted materials, a slew of beautiful colorways, and add height while keeping you comfortable. They're the best friend of the footwear world. And while finding ways to style these mainstays is usually an easy task (they're supremely versatile), there happen to be a few trends ankle boots aren't actually all that suited for.
Ahead, we've rounded up five trends everyone will be wearing this spring that, unfortunately, don't really go with ankle boots. Rest assured, though, we've gleaned which shoes you ought to be wearing thanks to an onslaught of chic looks from your favorite influencers and editors. Scroll down to get the download and shop any gaps in your closet for a fresh start this spring.
The Trend: A-Line Mini Skirts
Wear Instead of Ankle Boots: Knee-High Boots
Give your miniskirt the French New Wave treatment and team it with a pair of knee-high boots. You'll feel like you just stepped out of the Swinging Sixties—guaranteed.
The Trend: Baggy Jeans
Wear Instead of Ankle Boots: Sneakers
Baggy jeans already have a lived-in slightly grungy aesthetic about them, which means finishing off the look with a pair of easy peasy sneakers is a smart choice. Add a southwestern-inspired belt and playful tie-dye top, like Veronika Heilbrunner, if you're up for the challenge.
The Trend: Prairie Dress
Wear Instead of Ankle Boots: Cowboy Boots
Bohemian dresses are spring's bread and butter. Team yours with a pair of cool cowboy boots.
The Trend: Suiting
Wear Instead of Ankle Boots: Strappy Sandals
Styling a suit with strappy sandals helps soften the tailored silhouette.
The Trend: Statement Pants
Wear Instead of Ankle Boots: Kitten Mules
Whether you're opting for feather-trim trousers or brightly patterned pajama pants, a pair of low-heel mules will tie the look together nicely.
Fun fact: This ankle boot trend is going to be everywhere in six months.
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