For those who love their winter coats and cold-weather staples, the arrival of spring and summer can feel like a loss. But it doesn’t have to be. Many wardrobe essentials can transition seamlessly between seasons—boots being one of them. Whether chunky, kitten-heeled, motorcycle-style, or flat, there’s a way to style them for warmer days.
**Vogue’s Guide to Wearing Boots in Warm Weather:**
– **With a Button-Up:** Alex Mill Easy cotton poplin shirt, $145
– **With a Strapless Dress:** Matteau organic cotton-poplin midi dress, $517
– **With a Wrap Blazer:** Banana Republic draped twill blazer, $200
– **With a Poplin Skirt:** Gabriela Hearst linen midi skirt, $1,750
– **With a Sporty Knit:** Ami Paris short-sleeve polo, $690
– **With Breezy Pants:** The Row cotton wide-leg trousers, $1,950
– **With Fashion Shorts:** Dries Van Noten lace-trimmed satin shorts, $560
– **With a Linen Mini:** Posse Poppy mini dress, $300
The key to pulling off boots in warm weather is contrast. A sleeveless sundress with sandals is classic, but pair it with knee-high boots for an unexpected twist. A poplin skirt feels fresh with suede boots, while a linen mini-dress gets a modern edge with tall tonal boots and sleek accessories. Even baggy trousers can work—just add a strappy tank and ankle boots for a chic summer evening look.
Here are five Vogue-approved ways to style boots this season:
### **1. With a Strapless Dress and Basket Bag**
Matteau’s strapless midi dress looks effortless with Mango’s brown knee-high boots. Tie the look together with a woven basket bag in the same earthy tones.
– **Dress:** Matteau organic cotton-poplin midi, $517
– **Boots:** Mango knee-high leather, $200
– **Bag:** Dragon Diffusion Grace Cannage tote, $445
– **Jewelry:** Sophie Buhai Full Moon necklace, $1,350
– **Hair Accessory:** Good Squish Cowboy scrunchie, $72
– **Sunglasses:** Celine cat-eye, $460
### **2. With a Poplin Skirt and Preppy Polo**
A poplin skirt is a summer staple—pair it with a polo and Staud’s suede knee boots for a polished yet relaxed vibe.
– **Top:** Ami Paris short-sleeve polo, $690
– **Skirt:** Gabriela Hearst linen midi, $1,750
– **Boots:** Staud Wally suede knee-high, $495
– **Bag:** Saint Laurent raffia shoulder bag, $2,300
– **Sunglasses:** Gucci square-frame, $475
– **Earrings:** Mejuri huggie hoops, $98
### **3. With a Strappy Tank and Linen Pants**
Elevate warm-weather basics like Jane Wade’s layered tank and The Row’s breezy trousers with Toteme’s wedge ankle boots.
– **Top:** Jane Wade rib-knit tank, $390
– **Pants:** The Row cotton wide-leg, $1,950
– **Sweater:** Loulou de Saison cashmere, $400
– **Bag:** Chloé Horse Medal basket, $950
– **Boots:** Toteme Sharp ankle, $890
– **Earrings:** Sophie Buhai garnet studs, $690
### **4. With Silk Shorts and a Lightweight Blazer**
Swap denim for Dries Van Noten’s lace-trimmed silk shorts, layered with a linen blazer and tall kitten-heel boots for a sharp summer look.
– **Blazer:** Banana Republic draped twill, $250
– **Shirt:** Alex Mill cotton poplin, $145
– **Shorts:** Dries Van Noten satin, $560
– **Boots:** Khaite Davis, $1,350
– **Bracelet:** David Yurman cable, $395
Boots aren’t just for winter—with the right styling, they’re a year-round staple.**DAVID YURMAN**
**Bottega Veneta**
Parachute Intrecciato bag
$4,150 at NET-A-PORTER
**With a Mini Dress and Suede Topper**
Linen, suede, and leather—these fabrics might seem unlikely together, but they work perfectly in this look. Start with Posse’s sweet mini dress as the base, then layer on texture with Toteme’s suede overshirt (wear it open for an effortless vibe). Finish with Reformation’s knee-high Remy boots and chic accessories from Lié Studio and Chanel.
**Posse**
Poppy mini dress
$300 at POSSE THE LABEL
**Reformation**
Remy knee-high boots
$498 at REFORMATION
**The Row**
To Go tote
$2,000 at THE ROW
**Toteme**
Paneled suede overshirt
$1,800 at MYTHERESA
**Lié Studio**
The Mary silver-tone jade necklace
$290 at NET-A-PORTER
**Chanel**
Oval sunglasses
$455 at CHANEL