How to Wear Boots in Summer

While boots certainly keep your feet warm during the chilly months, that doesn’t mean you need to pack them away when storing your winter clothes. You can still don this fun footwear even when it’s hot out with the right style tips. Discover how you can turn cold-weather footwear into summer boots:

Summer Boot Looks

Country Chic

Got a perfect pair of cowgirl boots that you just can’t bear to stow away for summer? This solution is for you! Pair cowgirl boots with a flirty sundress to ignite your country-girl spirit, even if you don’t live out west. This look works with both ankle and taller boots, but the rodeo style is a must-have to complete this shabby chic vibe. If you really want to kick this ensemble up a notch, pair it with a cowboy or sun hat.

Chilly Nights

There’s really no arguing that boots lock in the heat on your feet more than strappy sandals, but that’s not always a bad thing during the summer. When the sun sets, the temperature can drop dramatically, leaving your dare-to-bare ensemble less than adequate for keeping you warm. For those cool nights by the fire, wear a pair of summer boots with jeans and a cardigan or shrug. Unless you’re tucking the pants into the boot, opt for footwear that fits close to your calves. Otherwise, the wider styles could create bulk under your jeans that may widen your frame.

Relaxed Style

The flowy nature of maxi skirts and dresses provide you with the perfect opportunity to don a pair of fun summer boots. Since your ankles will be hidden beneath the long length of these bottoms, you can go with any style boot, regardless of how high it stretches up your calf. As far as color goes, you can contrast vibrant hues with a solid black boot that will give your style edgy appeal. Or, you can pair any pattern dress or skirt with neutral shades on your feet such as brown and bronze.

Breezy Pants

For more coverage during daylight hours, you can still beat the heat by wearing summer boots with a breezy pant style. Choose bottoms with lightweight materials for this ensemble, and save the jeans for cooler nights. As with skirts and dresses, non-jean pants can host a variety of patterns and colors. Therefore, you’re better off completing the look with neutral boots.

Boots & Denim

Women’s boots are versatile enough to be worn with almost any outfit, especially with jeans for a classic and timeless look. Here are some of our favorite boot-and-jean combinations:

Ankle Boots and Cuffed Skinny Jeans

Skinny jeans for women are trendy, but they’re also flattering on every body type and with a variety of different tops. A major fashion-forward way to wear slim jeans with ankle boots is to cuff the hems of the pants right above the top of the booties. Adding a cuff shows off the booties in a cute and casual way. Go for slim-cut jeans in a rich  color or attention-grabbing print to make the outfit even more fun. In fact, if your office is relatively casual, colored or printed slim jeans and ankle boots with a blazer or blouse can be a nice work outfit as well, great for easily transitioning from a day on the job to an evening out.

Knee-High Women’s Boots and Boot-Cut Jeans

Wearing tall boots over jeans is one of the most timeless combinations, and it’s a good choice for all-day comfort, whether you’re running errands or heading into work. Make the look a bit more casual with distressed jeans, or opt for nice, dark-wash pants and women’s suede boots or a genuine leather pair for an ensemble that’s comfortable and effortlessly stylish.

Booties and Wide-Leg Jeans

Wide-leg jeans are ultra-flattering on curvy and triangle-shaped women, since the wide bottoms of the pants balance out curvy lower bodies, for a perfectly proportionate look. If you love the flare jean style, wear a pair with some heeled booties and a fitted or structured top. The heeled booties will lengthen your legs, while a fitted shirt or sweater will balance out the wide pants.

A Classic Pair of Blue Jeans

This is where booties come in. They’re the perfect shoe to wear with classic women’s jeans, and create a continuous vertical line from hip to toe. In addition, some women choose to fold or cuff the bottom of their jeans to show off a little bit of their ankle. This works best with a bootie that is rounded at the top, which is flattering on any body type. 

Over-the-Knee Boots and Slim Jeans

Over-the-knee boots are great for making an exciting style statement without feeling like you’re out of your comfort zone. Pair them with slim jeans, and wear a chunky knit or tunic over the combination to keep it pretty and seasonal. Or wear them to an informal event with a cool leather jacket or colorful handbag.

Bootie Pairings to Love

Sometimes there are shoes that seemingly go with just about everything. In this case, it’s the bootie. Here are some great tips for styling your fashion booties:

A Complementary Dress

It doesn’t matter what season it is, dresses are always a good choice. For one, they’re incredibly versatile. You could sport a glittery cocktail dress at a holiday party or as a professional frock for the office. They’re sophisticated and stylish. However, the shoes part is where it can get tricky. If you’re wearing a dress, most of the leg is exposed, even if you have tights on. No matter the length of your dress, you’re going to want a pair of shoes that give you some height to elongate the look of your legs. Heels can be great, but the lack of traction on a pair of pumps during colder months is a recipe for disaster. Instead, opt for a bootie. These shoes will cover your entire foot so you don’t have to worry about showcasing your tights. In addition, the support around your ankle will make it easy to strut with confidence wherever you have to go.

A Monochromatic Outfit

Like most shoes, booties can come in a wide selection of colors and styles. They can be black with a velvet fabric or bright patent red. If you want to choose a bold color, try pairing your booties with a monochromatic outfit like all black or gray. That way, it will draw attention to your feet, and your shoes will pop!

A Sophisticated Pencil Skirt

Pencil skirts are a must-have item of clothing for most women, and this look goes great with a pair of booties. A neutral-colored ankle boot pairs nicely with a fitted skirt. A brown, tan or suede shade can make the leg appear longer and the outfit balanced.

Now you have plenty of options to play with! So don’t pack away those “winter” fashion boots at the end of the season. Embrace warm-weather style by incorporating this year-round footwear into your wardrobe.