I'm Picky, But These 24 Thigh-High Boots Have My Stamp of Approval
Do you hear that faint noise in the distance? It's the imminent sound of our shoes going "clickety-clack" as we step into fall. For me, nothing else embodies fall quite like slipping into a pair of statement boots—it's basically the metaphorical starting bell for the start of the new season. But which footwear is actually worth bringing off the bench for fall? Look no further than thigh-high boots. Hear me out: there's no other boot trend that's going to go up in popularity this season (excuse the pun). While I'd admit that thigh-high boots are not the easiest trend to style (compared to ankle booties or even knee-high boots), that didn't deter designers from embracing them throughout their fall/winter 2024 collections.
From slouchy suede tall boots at Chloé to burgundy-red boots at Gucci, there was no shortage of examples of taller boot silhouettes this season. With so many examples of how to wear thigh-high boots shown on the runway, my hunch is that this style will become the most popular style for the rest of the year. However, if you're not convinced that thigh-high boots are that trend, keep reading. With only a few weeks until fall, I figured I'd round up examples of this footwear trend on the runways to soundproof my argument. Plus, I've curated a selection of the 24 best thigh-high boots based on reviews, quality, versatility, brand recognition, and recent trends—just in case you're ready to embrace this trend. If the idea of thigh-high boots used to scare you, prepare to change your tune.
Olive green is shaping up to be one of the biggest colors for fall, so of course, these boots are a great investment.
We've begun to see square-toe boots surface again this season.
These faux-leather thigh-high boots are a great option for those with a tight budget for their fall shopping.
The woven lamb leather on these boots makes them incredibly luxe.
Consider your search for the perfect pair of bold biker boots done.
With suede boots trending again, this Stuart Weitzman pair is a safe investment.
Western-inspired boots will also remain relevant for the rest of fall.
The studded detail on these boots is so Chloé coded.
The zipper detail on these boots allows you to style them as ankle, knee-high, or thigh-high boots.
Second-skin boot silhouettes also showed up on the runway, so these will tap into multiple trends.
Pro tip: Search for unique shades of suede to really make this style stand out.
Lean into the bohemian aspect of this trend by opting for a slouchy silhouette.
You can shop these suede boots in five other shades, including black, olive, gray, nude, and burgundy.
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a fashion editor living in New York City. What began as a hobby (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a career dedicated to storytelling through various forms of digital media. She started her career at the print publication 303 Magazine, where she wrote stories, helped produce photo shoots, and planned Denver Fashion Week. After moving to Los Angeles, she worked as MyDomaine's social media editor until she was promoted to work across all of Clique's publications (MyDomaine, Byrdie, and Who What Wear) as the community manager. Over the past few years, Jasmine has worked on Who What Wear's editorial team, using her extensive background to champion rising BIPOC designers, weigh in on viral trends, and profile stars such as Janet Mock and Victoria Monét. She is especially interested in exploring how art, fashion, and pop culture intersect online and IRL.
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